{"title":"Air conditioners and fans","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eAn air conditioner provides immediate cooling. Ideal on hot days, because you can set the temperature in your home exactly the way you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eAdvantages of air conditioners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eYou have full control over the temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eModern air conditioners can also heat, making them extra versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eSome models are energy-efficient (A++ or higher) and use environmentally friendly refrigerants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eDisadvantages of air conditioners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eThey consume relatively more electricity, especially older models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eInstallation can be expensive and sometimes invasive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eThey make noise – which can be perceived as disturbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eFans: simple and energy-efficient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eA fan does not cool the air, but provides air circulation. This makes the room feel cooler, even though the temperature doesn't really change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eAdvantages of fans:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eThey are cheap to buy and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eThey consume far less energy than air conditioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eThey come in all shapes and sizes – from tabletop models to ceiling fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eDisadvantages of fans:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eThey do not actually cool the air, only the feeling of coolness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eIn extreme heat they are often not sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eThey have no extra functions like heating or dehumidifying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eWhich is more sustainable: air conditioner or fan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eIf we look purely at energy consumption, the fan wins easily. An average fan uses between 10 and 50 watts per hour. An air conditioner can easily consume between 500 and 2000 watts, depending on the type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003eBut... it's not black and white. If you choose a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003emodern split air conditioner with heat pump function\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can use it all year round – also for heating. And in the long term that can be more sustainable than gas-fired heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eWhat suits your situation best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003eSmall budget or only need cooling on warm days?\u003c\/strong\u003e Then a fan is a fine, sustainable choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eLooking for cooling and heating in one system?\u003c\/strong\u003e Then an energy-efficient air conditioner is a smart investment – especially if you want to live gas-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003eStill unsure? Also consider hybrid solutions, or ask for tailored advice. At Gaslooswonen.nl you'll find a handy overview of sustainable appliances for every situation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/2490\/0440\/collections\/image-20250331100525_45c37590-1fdc-48cd-a5c2-0c5e4591fe7e.jpg?v=1773303806","url":"https:\/\/www.infraredheatingstore.com\/collections\/air-conditioners-and-fans.oembed","provider":"Infraredheatingstore.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}