Advice — Air Conditioning

When hot weather hits, most of us want the same thing: fast relief and a cooler, more comfortable room. The big question is whether a fan will do the job or if you need a portable air conditioning unit instead.

If you’re looking to cool a room, an air conditioner is the superior choice as opposed to alternatives like fans or leaving the window open. However, when buying an air conditioner there is a lot to take into account, from room capacity to noise levels and more!

Discover the magic behind air conditioning units - from cooling your home to even heating it. Learn about key components, how they function, and the bonus utility of air conditioners as dehumidifiers. It's more than just a cool breeze, it's science at work!

Stay chill this summer with our comprehensive guide on beating the heat. Be it simple tricks like window management and DIY cooling solutions, or investments like air conditioning units, we've got you covered. Dive in and transform your home into a cool oasis!

Struggling to choose between a portable and wall-mounted air conditioner? Discover key differences in price, running and installation costs, renter-friendliness, and features. Find out which one is worth the price and suits your lifestyle.

Want to make your summer bearable in the UK? Learn how to optimize your air conditioning unit with our top tips! From maintaining cleanliness to smarter thermostat use, discover the key to a cooler home and lower energy bills!

When a fan simply won't cut it, should you choose a portable air conditioner or an air cooler? We have used 5 judging criteria for scoring these to ensure a fair comparison. Read more to see which one is more suited for your needs!

Tired of sticky, sweltering conditions? Our experts are too! That’s why we’ve complied this list of our favourite portable air conditioners.

Whether you have a portable air conditioner or a evaporative air cooler, getting it ready for winter is an important step to keeping it in top condition year after year. In this guide we’ll look at our top tips to make sure you’re pulling out the same high quality unit next year that you put away this year.

So you’ve just bought a new air conditioner, dehumidifier, or other appliance but – uh oh! How do you get rid of the old one? It can’t just go in your wheelie bin, so what can you do? Why is safe disposal important?

Whenever you’re shopping for an appliance, it’s likely that you will see the sound level (in decibels) listed in the features. But what does it mean? What is the difference between dB and dB(A)? In our article below we’ll look at what a decibel means in the real world.

A portable air conditioner can be a godsend during the sweltering English summer, but they can be a big investment to only use a handful of weeks throughout the year. However! Did you know that air conditioners come with a range of additional features that can make them useful all year round?