where we live, its not extremely humid, but not extra dry either, I want to cool our upstairs bedroom in a poorly insulated apt would this work?
1691271
This Kuulaire is twice the size of an air conditioner and uses more electricity, but I've heard it is better for the environment. I bought one which sits in storage as I have found an air conditioner to be a more convenient option. I guess it depends on your preferences whether you choose to purchase this or not.
1597862
Not really. The more humid it is, the worse this does. You can get it to continue working with ice and such, but then you're not really getting actual effect from the device as much as a fan over a thing of ice/iced water.
2080564
I really didn't think much of this unit. I don't know if it could be used in a humid environment but would try to contact the manufacturer.
948555
Google "redneck air conditioner". You take a styrofoam ice chest, cut a hole for the fan to blow air into the ice chest. Then use a piece of PVC or other tubing to direct the cold air towards you. It will make things more humid but it's apparently a decent option for cool air.
842321
Yes it would. That is precisely what dehumidifiers are designed to do. By lowering the moisture content in the air, you would also be able to set the ac temperature higher and still be comfortable.
639086
I don't think so. I have it in a bedroom with the door closed and I can't get it to get above 35 % humidity. The bedroom has new windows, ceilings are 10 feet. I want to love this, but no matter what setting I do, it won't get me the optimum humidity.
1898485
I have owned 2 of these fans over the years & I love them. Both of mine were installed indoors in my family room . As long as it won't get weather on it, I think it would work in the space you are asking about.
237156
We built a 12'x10' office in our warehouse and insulated it very well. The heat works great and the ac works good considering it can get up to 115 degrees here in the summer. It is a quality product. I think it should work for you but it very rarely gets below freezing here.
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I Think So... I've been using this fan in my bedroom and it works pretty good but a window fan is better. it circulates the air better plus it feels cooler. (P.S. I've Used only the regular fan on this, not the humidifier. Thanks for your question.
786970
Almost silent wouldn't describe this unit. It's not overly noisy, but given you're description of use, I'd also be concerned of the moisture this would be putting into the air and how it would affect your equipment over time. Also, if the closet hasn't any exhaust for the heat to blow out somewhere, this or any other A/C won't be very efficient.
1568451
It will help a little, but it won't cool the whole floor to an acceptable level. Only the room you have it in will get acceptably cool. The other 3 rooms will feel like there isn't much cooling going on(even if you close all the windows).
1023995
I think it will do fine in a room that size. Depending on the configuration, you might need a supplemental fan to circulate the heat, since the unit's fan isn't all that powerful. BTW: My unit is very quiet. It started making a bit of noise during oscillation when I put it out this year and with some investigation, I found the screws holding on the back panel needed tightening. A few minutes with a screwdriver and the heater is now wonderfully quiet again. Altogether a very satisfactory purchase.
1657533
I would have to say no. We bought it to place in our garage, turned office and it was too loud and can be messy. It just didn't cool nearly like they said it would. We live in the Houston area, and as you know it's very hot and humid here too. I wouldn't waste my money :)
1380328
As long as there is good air circulation, I think it would be ok. You might do a ceiling temperature check using a charcoal grill where you plan on placing the unit prior to ordering.
2106629
if it's not too humid and the air is blowing on you from less than 8', yes. Nice cool, humidified air. Can be made to fan across area and could cool two or three people adequately. I have three units and really love them inside.
166333
It has to be able to have free air circulation. If the cabinet is totally enclosed it would not cool well once the heat built up
11554
I would not recommend it. You are putting humidity into the air and with nowhere to vent the humid air you will end up with a sauna. Even with a window open, this did not cool at all for me.