 Posted 3/29/2008 8:07:00 AM
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I've recently purchased a 3000 square foot two-story home on the Maine coast. The home foundation is slab-on-grade and has no cooling (rarely needed here - window ventilation is usually sufficient) and has baseboard hot water heat. I'd like to control the humidity during the summer months for comfort and to keep the clothes in the closets from feeling damp.
I thought I would start with a single Sante Fe RX and see how that works, but was wondering about placement (bedrooms are upstairs and everything else down) and any recommendations about opening windows for outside ventilation.
Thanks,
Joey
Joey
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Posted 3/31/2008 8:38:44 AM
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joey (3/29/2008)
I'd like to control the humidity during the summer months for comfort and to keep the clothes in the closets from feeling damp.
I thought I would start with a single Sante Fe RX and see how that works, but was wondering about placement (bedrooms are upstairs and everything else down) and any recommendations about opening windows for outside ventilation.
JoeyLocate the unit in the central area where dehumidification is desired and the noise is acceptable. As you suspect, operating the dehu when the windows are open is not benefical. Avoid opening windows during damp conditions because moisture penetrates the materials in your home. A good idea is to operate the dehu when the home is closed or uoccupied. Leave all the interior doors open to allow the moisture to equalize throughout the home. I suggest a setting of 50%RH to start with. One unit will control +2,500 sqft. of home. Thank you for the opportunity. Keep up posted on results. Ken
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