Axekick
join:2005-05-01
Saint Louis, MO
 ·Charter Pipeline
| reply to kba4
Re: window AC BTU
I cannot imagine a 200 square foot room requiring larger than a 10,000 BTU air conditioner. As noted, going to high will force the air conditioner to kick off too quickly, resulting in uncomfortable humidity levels. Also, the frequent on-off cycle will run your electric bill up.
I would encourage you to seek out current high efficiency window units as they're far superior to older units and cost only slightly more. Check reviews online, as with most products every manufacturer tends to have good and bad models.
I live in the St. Louis area and have a 174 ft^2 room, with one east facing window and one west facing. That room is easily cooled by a 8,000 BTU unit easily in temperatures up to 103 degrees. |
