What do I need to do to air condition my environment?

The answer to this question obviously depends on what type of environment you are trying to cool. For instance, an office has higher heat gains than a lounge due to more electrical equipment and people occupying the space.

A room with a large south facing window is going to become hotter on a sunny day than a room with a north facing window and will therefore demand a more powerful air conditioner.

The information below gives details on the advantages and disadvantages of each type of air conditioner we offer and gives an indication of what type of situation they are suitable for.

If you are looking to install air conditioning in either a home, office or computer server room then click the Applications link above for more information on your specific application, including details on how to choose the correct size of unit.
 Wall-mounted split systems
Advantages:
  • Powerful outputs to cool large areas

  • Very quiet operation

  • Lots of features and functions

  • Attractive and unobtrusive designs

  • Good air distribution


    • Disadvantages:
  • Needs to be professionally installed

  • More expensive than portable or window units

  • Has separate internal and external units that must be joined requiring drilling and permanent fixing


    • Suitable for:
    Lounges, bedrooms and other rooms that require quiet cooling, and any large area up to 64m2. Areas bigger than this can be accomodated with multiple units. More info
     Through-the-wall / window air conditioner
    Advantages:
  • Cheap to buy

  • Relatively easy DIY installation

  • One self-contained, integral unit

  • No condensation tank to empty

  • No need to leave window or door slightly open


    • Disadvantages:
  • Quite noisy

  • Not suitable for large areas

  • Must be installed on an external wall


    • Suitable for:
    This type of unit is ideal for conservatories as it can be installed through the top of the brickwork below the windows. It is also suited to installation through a sash window - simply sit it on brackets and close the window on to it. Other popular installations include portacabins, stationary caravans and small offices. More info
     Portable systems
    Advantages:
  • Cheap to buy

  • No installation required - simply turn on and vent exhaust hose

  • Great temporary cooling solution that can be stored when not in use

  • Ideal for spot cooling a single area

  • Portable - can be used in more than one area


    • Disadvantages:
  • Quite noisy

  • Not suitable for large areas

  • Need to leave a window or door open to vent exhaust hose

  • Some models build-up condensation in a tank that needs to be emptied regularly


    • Suitable for:
    Economic cooling of small rooms up to 38m2 or spot cooling an area, for instance a desk, in a larger space. More info