Tips for installing air conditioning in a false ceiling

In the middle of a heatwave, many of us miss the same thing: air conditioning. There are several types of air conditioning, but the most popular option is undoubtedly ducted air conditioning in false ceilings.

This type of air conditioning provides much greater savings than other types. It is usually installed in false ceilings, so you will feel the cool air without even having to see the unit. In addition, the fact that it is located in a demountable ceiling means that, whenever there is a need to access the wiring, this can be done without any building work or problems. It undoubtedly offers a number of advantages; however, you need to know when to use a false ceiling.

However, when someone is considering installing air conditioning, the same question always arises: is it worth installing ducted air conditioning? The answer is simple: if you want to air-condition more than one room, the answer is yes. This type of air conditioning makes it possible to air-condition more than one room without having to install more than one unit.

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How is ducted air conditioning installed in a false ceiling?

The ideal time to install air conditioning is during the building works on the home, as this way the system will be completely concealed, including the indoor unit, the interconnecting pipes, the electrical installation and the drainage.

 

However, in most cases this is not possible, and in these cases having a demountable ceiling is a great advantage for anyone who wants to install air conditioning. In most cases it can be done without building work, and the only thing to take into account is the height at which the false ceiling must be refitted. The minimum heights are 220 cm for corridors, kitchens and bathrooms, while in bedrooms and living rooms the height must be 240 cm.

 

To determine the height that the false ceiling will take up with the air conditioning installation, it is essential to establish the airflow that will be moved. To do so, the required capacity must be calculated on the basis of the floor area of the home, the number of people who live in it, its orientation, its insulation and the type of dwelling, among other factors.

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Advantages of ducted air conditioning in false ceilings

Installing ducted air conditioning has several advantages over other types of climate control, including the following:

 

• They are quieter: ducted air conditioning units stand out for being much quieter than other models.
• Aesthetically, it is much less noticeable as it is not visible thanks to the false ceiling. This is a highly valuable aesthetic advantage in your home.
• It means significant savings in energy and money. Air conditioning is an investment; however, ducted air conditioning will allow you to save money.

 

At THU we are specialists in false ceilings. If you are thinking of installing air conditioning in your home and you have, or would like to fit, a false ceiling, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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