How to choose the right size air conditioner: why does BTU matter?

When it comes to keeping your home or office cool and comfortable, it's important to choose the right size air conditioner. There are many factors that affect temperature retention, but the most important one is the BTU ratio.

BTU is a measure of cooling capacity. The right BTU makes the difference between a perfectly cooled space and an inefficient, uncomfortable environment. In today's blog, I'll tell you why BTU ratio is important when choosing an air conditioner and how to calculate the right capacity for your space.

What is BTU?

BTU is a unit of measurement used to determine the amount of heat energy an air conditioner can produce per hour. Simply put, BTU is the cooling capacity of an air conditioner. The higher the BTU ratio, the more powerful the air conditioner is. However, this does not mean that bigger always means better. A powerful air conditioner that is not suitable for the room can lead to higher costs, which is not the right decision. It is better to buy an air conditioner that is designed for your room, and for that, you need to consider several factors.

Factors affecting BTU:

1. Room Size. Larger rooms require air conditioners with higher BTU to cool the room efficiently. Generally, 9000 BTU air conditioners are used for 20-25 square meters, 18000 BTU air conditioners are used for 50-65 square meters, and 24,000 BTU air conditioners are designed to cool 70-80 square meters.

2. Thermal insulation and construction. Well-insulated rooms or buildings may require lower BTU because they are better at keeping cool air in.

3. Climate and sun exposure. Hotter climates and sunny rooms may require air conditioners with a higher BTU ratio because it will be difficult to maintain the temperature due to sun exposure.

Consequences of a wrong BTU ratio:

Choosing an air conditioner with the wrong BTU ratio can have negative consequences. Choosing a smaller capacity air conditioner may increase energy consumption and costs, but it will not cool the room evenly.

To choose the right size air conditioner for your needs, consider the size of your room, ceiling height, window placement, and home insulation.

The above tips will help you make your decision, but if you haven't decided which air conditioner is perfect for your home, visit Citadeli stores, get professional advice and take advantage of discounts.