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Because according to physics heat goes upward from downward and cool air goes upward to downward so it is best to place heater on the floor but air conditioner near the ceiling

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In order to heat a room evenly should heating vents be placed near the floor or near the ceiling of the room?

It would be better to place the heating vent near the floor because the heat will travel up and down, so that way the room would be heated evenly. If you place it near the ceiling, the heat would not heat the floor that well, since the heating vent sucks back in the heat


Why it is more effective for heaters to be place close to the floor and coolers to be place closer to the ceiling?

Heaters are placed closer to the floor because hot air rises, allowing the heat to circulate more evenly throughout the room. Coolers are placed closer to the ceiling because cold air sinks, making it more efficient to cool the entire room by starting at the top and allowing the cool air to gradually descend.


How can I effectively cool a two-story house using fans?

To effectively cool a two-story house using fans, place box fans in windows on the lower floor facing inward to bring in cool air. Use ceiling fans on the upper floor to circulate air and create a breeze. Open windows on the upper floor to allow hot air to escape. This will help create a cross breeze and cool the house efficiently.


Cool air is heavier than warm air.where is the best place in a room to put an air conditioner?

The best place to put an air conditioner is near the center of the room, at a higher level. This allows for better circulation of cool air throughout the room. Avoid placing the air conditioner near windows or doors where warm air can enter easily.


Why can't an air conditioner cool a room?

An air conditioner can cool a room by removing heat from the air and releasing it outside. If an air conditioner is unable to cool a room, it could be due to issues such as insufficient refrigerant, a clogged air filter, or improper sizing for the space. Regular maintenance and proper installation are essential for the optimal performance of an air conditioner.

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In winter where should the heater be placed in the room near the floor or near the ceiling?

Heat naturally moves to colder air. Place the heater on the floor and it will rise to the ceiling, as it is lighter than the cold air.


Why is it desirable to install an air conditioner near the ceiling of a room and not close to the floor?

Installing an air conditioner near the ceiling of a room is desirable because hot air rises and tends to accumulate near the ceiling. By placing the air conditioner there, it can more effectively circulate and cool the warm air that has risen. Additionally, cool air is denser than warm air, so it will naturally sink and spread throughout the room once it has been cooled near the ceiling. This positioning also helps to create a more even distribution of cool air throughout the space.


Are electric floor heaters safe for my home?

As long as you buy a floor heater that was made recently, you should be okay. If you were to buy an old used floor heater, I would be cautious. Whenever you use a floor heater however, you need to put it in a safe place and never leave it on if you go out of the house.


Why are air conditioners place high on the wall and not on the ground?

Because the cool air from the air conditioner is denser than the warm air in the room and sinks. Placed high up the cool air will have time to get further from the air conditioner before it settles to the floor, allowing it to cool more of the room. Placed on the floor the cool air will mostly pool around the air conditioner and very little of the room will be cooled. Some air conditioner are actually placed relatively low in a room, but they have fans and baffles that blow the cold air upwards to the ceiling resulting in the same effect as placing the air conditioner high (maybe even better as the fan blows the cool air not only up to the ceiling but across it, possibly covering a larger volume of the room than cool air falling passively from an air conditioner placed high but without fans).


Is floor a place or a thing?

Uhm.. Floor? It is a thing. You can touch most things, you can touch the floor... It is the 'bottom' of a house, the opposite of a ceiling. People walk on the floor, you keep most of your furniture on the floor.I don't think it is a place, but there may well be a place called Floor.


How can a partition wall be constructed in a room without being attached to the ceiling?

One way to construct a partition wall in a room without attaching it to the ceiling is to use floor-to-ceiling support columns or beams to hold the wall in place. These columns or beams can be securely anchored to the floor and provide the necessary support for the wall without needing to be attached to the ceiling.


What are the steps involved in the electric heater installation process?

The steps involved in the electric heater installation process typically include: Choosing a suitable location for the heater Turning off the power supply Mounting the heater on the wall or ceiling Connecting the electrical wiring Securing the heater in place Testing the heater to ensure it is working properly Turning the power supply back on.


How does the heater controls work on a 2004 Chevrolet trk?

how does the heater controls work on a 2004 chev trk my controler does not change from the floor to the front duck or to the def .and were is the broken unit place in the dash


Why is driver floor wet on Volvo s80?

Place a white towel on the floor of the car if when you press it down on there and the liquid is green its coolant leaking into your car it could be coming from a hose or your heater core


Is it cheaper to have the builder finish the basement?

It is generally less expensive to have everything done as the house is being built. Items involving plumbing, electricity, heating, and cooling, are far less expensive to install when the basement is being built. The equipment only needs to come there once. There is no expense in tearing up the floor, tearing out a wall, tearing out a ceiling, replacing the torn place in the floor, replacing the torn place in the wall, and replacing the torn up place in the basement ceiling and in the floor of the room above. Depending on what will be needed, all will be avoided.


What is a flush beam?

A flush beam is a beam that is flush the the surrounding floor or ceiling joists. Often held in place with metal connectors. It could be a steel 'I' beam, lvl, built up wood. It is used when ceiling height is needed to be maintained.


Should ac vents be placed in the ceiling or floor?

Either way will work ok as long as the system is designed that way from the beginning. The best place for the air conditioning registers (vents) will depend on who designs the system and the construction of your home. In some homes it is not practical to install the registers in the floor that have a concrete foundation. If you have a very low or flat roof it may not be practical to install them in the ceiling. Houses that are cooling most of the year have the registers in the ceiling and home that heat most of the year tend to have the registers in the floor.