If you’re trying to create a small, minimalist space one of the major considerations many people overlook until it’s too late is how to heat & cool the space efficiently, and in a way that supports the minimalist aesthetic.

With some creativity, it is possible to have a space that is heated & cooled efficiently, affordably, and still looks good. Since you are working with energy consumption for a limited space, choosing wisely will allow you to spend less on energy as well. It might be a bit more challenging, but with some creativity, you can achieve it. 

Let’s explore some practical solutions to heating or cooling small spaces. 

Solutions To Cooling Small Spaces

There are many workable options when it comes to figuring out the most cost-effective ways to cool small spaces and manage your energy consumption into more efficient levels. Many traditional cooling systems are inefficient and consume more energy than necessary to condition the air in a tiny space. Consider these options:

1.  Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners

 Simply put, Package Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) are self-contained air conditioning systems that are usually found in condominiums, hospitals, hotels, and apartment buildings. It is designed to work with heat sinks and vents both outside and inside.

This is one of the most common types of cooling systems that you’ll see. Since it goes through the wall, you will not have to worry about it taking up so much space and floor space. It will help cool your small space without taking up space or looking as ugly as a window unit.

2.  Architecture and Style of Home

Some minimalist solutions for cooling your home do not need to be related to electronics or appliances. Because there is a tendency for hot air to rise, one of the solutions to cool your small space is to pull the heat up and out. In other words, proper ventilation is one of the solutions to keeping your small space cool.

If you are still building your home, you can ask the architect or builders to design bigger screen windows and enough space for you or add a ceiling fan. You can place the windows on the upper side of the wall so that heat escapes your room. In addition to that, you can also ask them to install some blinds to avoid the sun’s rays from directly hitting your room and causing the air in the room to heat up.

3.  Shut Down Appliances 

Electrical appliances are the usual causes of heat buildup inside your apartment. Thus, you would want to limit these heat sources at home by turning off those appliances when you are not using them. Aside from helping a lot in lessening the production of unnecessary heat in your small space, you will also conserve energy and lower your electric bill.

Solutions To Heating Small Spaces

As there are solutions to cooling small spaces, there are also some viable solutions to heating small spaces. 

1.  Electric Fan Heaters

A small electric fan heater can circulate a lot of hot air in a small room. This is a heater with a fan to blow the heated air all over your small space. A small electric fan heater operates around 1,500 watts. In addition to this, it does not cost very much to buy. It also does not take up much floor space, so it will fit perfectly in your small space.

2.  Electric Radiant Oil Heaters

These electric radiant oil heaters look like a common radiator that is plugged into an electrical outlet instead of plumbing or gas lines. This device runs more smoothly and efficiently compared to electric fan heaters. At the same time, it does not take up much space. Electric radiant oil heaters are also affordable and convenient to move around. You can usually choose from several models displayed in appliance stores.

3.  Electric Underfloor Heaters

 As the name indicates, electric underfloor heaters are heating systems that can go underneath ceramic floors, laminate floors, and carpeting. Without looking like it’s taking up space, it can make your small space warmer.

Aside from taking up little space, another one of the advantages of this device is the minimal amount of power needed to run it. In addition, the heat is spread evenly throughout your small space. For instance, 180 watts is all you need for a radiant floor heating spread of 6 feet by 3 feet.

The heat starts from the floor and rises upwards to fill up the entire space. At the same time, you won’t see or hear the underfloor heaters as everything is hidden underneath the floor. However, one of the disadvantages of underfloor heaters is the hassle you need to go through when installing it. You will need to have your flooring pulled out to get the underfloor heaters running. This can be more expensive for you compared to the other options listed here.

Takeaways 

Whether you have a large space or not, you can still find solutions for heating or cooling. With the solutions summarized here, you can start thinking of the option that best suits your needs, style, and small space. You can begin scouring home improvement stores for these items to decide which one is best for you.

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