How to Choose the Best Air Conditioning Setting for a Humid and Damp Home

As the cooler temperatures of winter and spring begin to set in across the Northeast, families are confronted with an additional worry - how can they protect their homes from mold and dampness? While a dehumidifier is an effective measure, are there other air conditioning or cooling methods which can be used to ensure the air remains free of moisture and fungi?

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When it comes to the winter and spring seasons, families in the Northeast region of Vietnam have to deal with extremely uncomfortable humidity. However, not every household has a dehumidifier to cope with this weather phenomenon. Can an air conditioner replace it? Let’s find out in this article!

Refer to: 12 simple and effective ways to quickly eliminate humidity indoors

1 The impact of humid weather on our lives

Impact on health

Impact on health
Impact on health

High humidity creates favorable conditions for bacterial growth, causing skin diseases such as red rash, chickenpox,… Humid air also affects skin excretion, leading to joint diseases, headaches, cardiovascular diseases, chronic diseases in the elderly.

In addition, people with weak immune systems are more prone to respiratory diseases such as colds, coughs, asthma…

Impact on daily life

Impact on daily life
Impact on daily life

Moist air creates opportunities for bacteria, mold, fungi, insects to grow and develop. It not only causes diseases for humans but also affects household items, making the floor wet…

2 What mode should houses with humidity turn on the air conditioner?

What mode should houses with humidity turn on the air conditioner?
What mode should houses with humidity turn on the air conditioner?

When the house is humid and without a dehumidifier, the Dry mode of the air conditioner will be a helpful assistant for you. In this mode, the air conditioner will work similarly
to a dehumidifier. Instead of releasing cold air like the Cool mode, the Dry mode helps dry the air, reducing excessive humidity and making us feel cooler.

3 Precautions when using the air conditioner in humid weather

Precautions when using the air conditioner in humid weather
Precautions when using the air conditioner in humid weather

Only use the Dry mode when the humidity is above 70% and use this mode for about 1-2 hours to prevent dry skin, dry eyes,… In addition, only use the air conditioner at a temperature
of 25-27 degrees Celsius, avoid choosing a temperature too different from the outside temperature.

This is just a temporary solution to replace a dehumidifier in urgent situations, because it is not designed to dehumidify specifically, this function of the air conditioner consumes
a considerable amount of energy.

Through the article about turning on the air conditioner in humid houses, we hope to have helped you answer questions about this issue. Wishing you success and good health.

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