Setting your thermostat correctly will help you stay comfortable all-year-round. It may help to know that each room has different heating and cooling needs. Understanding the needs of every part of the house and what different activities require can help you decide on the ideal thermostat settings.
Continue reading to learn the best temperature settings for your home.
Family Dinners
The perfect temperature for dining rooms is 77.9°F. This temperature is also ideal if you’re having a get-together with friends. It allows you to enjoy meaningful conversations and delectable meals while staying cool and comfortable. However, you may still need to adjust the temperature depending on the number of people in the room.
For Babies
You might need to adjust the temperature of your furnace if your baby is too hot or too cold. You’ll be able to tell if they are by feeling their ears or chest. The ideal temperature for a baby’s room is between 65°F and 74°F.
Bedroom
Turning down the temperature a little in your bedroom can help you sleep easier. The setpoint for your body temperature also goes down when you’re attempting to sleep. Set the temperature in your bedroom to 66°F for better sleep.
For Houseplants
Some plants are sensitive to temperature shifts, while others aren’t. You don’t want your houseplants to wither because you have the wrong thermostat setting. To keep your precious plants alive, keep the temperature between 60°F and 78°F.
For Pets
Most animals have natural methods for coping with everyday temperature changes. This isn’t the case for tropical amphibians and pet fish. The ideal temperature for your pets is between 64°F and 78°F.
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