Which type of AC is best for loft conversions?
Loft conversions are at the top of the house, so they tend to also become one of the warmest rooms in the house, although great for extra space. Air will rise, and warm air accumulates in the large roof area where there is often limited natural ventilation. We need an AC unit to live comfortably in the summer months, as well as a good quantity of heat through them for the cold winter season.
Tiles/slats that are exposed to direct sunlight, especially for south-facing rooflines
Narrow windows
Insulation that prevents not only heat from leaving but also from entering.
What AC options work best
For most people doing loft conversions on a residential house, the wall split system option is what you will be looking at. It runs quietly and efficiently while providing solid temperature control without using valuable floor space, making it the best thing since sliced bread.
Multi-split system ducted air conditioning options – One outdoor unit can work multiple indoor units with a multi-split system when you need a comfortable climate in any room, whether it’s a bedroom, en-suite, or office area. This is tidier and less expensive than the multiple systems. For Air Conditioning Stroud, visit Ace Comfort Cooling, suppliers of Air Conditioning Stroud.
In those circumstances where layouts are strange or wall space is seriously limited, a little ducted model (in a cupboard or under eaves) with hidden vents is a solution. That looks pretty clean, but potentially a lot of work requiring some careful planning.
Key considerations in lofts:
Unit size – don’t make them too small for a heatwave, or too big (feels draughty)
Location of the outdoor unit: Can you reach it? How much noise will there be, and pathing work for air flow?
Condensate drain: It should be drained safely
Sound levels: Relevant for loft bedrooms
Choose an on-site survey to find out what would work best for your loft’s dimensions, layout, and exposure.
