Keep it cool

Chill out

Air conditioning systems can be quite difficult to operate efficiently because most people, especially children, like to have windows and doors open when it is sunny outside. Some air conditioning units can also affect asthmatics and those with allergies and sinus problems because as air is cooled and recycled it becomes drier and more likely to pick up irritants and circulate them through the room. If this is the case in your nursery you may be interested in a different type of system - Scott's evaporative air coolers work most efficiently when windows and doors are open and fresh air can be circulated around the room. There are three types of cooler available and they can all be moved from room to room to operate where they are needed most. The Millenia has a three-speed fan to give optimum airflow while reducing operational noise levels to a minimum. The Millenia is CFC-free and filters out dust and smells so does not affect sensitive skins, eyes or noses. The All Seasons air cooler can also function as a fan, humidifier and heater, providing 2000 watts of heat. The 600 PAC is a 'personal cooling unit' which fits on to a tabletop or windowsill and is effective over 10 m2. All the coolers are capable of reducing room temperatures by 25 per cent, so that air drawn into a room at 27oC will be blown around at 20oC. The coolers use less energy than a 100 watt light bulb and can be positioned anywhere where there is a power supply. Priced from 169.