If you're going camping, or just want to cool a small room down without running the actual air conditioner, this DIY portable unit can get the job done.

Close the Doors If you're trying to quickly cool a small space, like a bedroom or office, close the door to limit airflow from adjoining rooms and hallways.

It’s also worth knowing that air conditioners are measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). The higher the BTU, the more powerful it is. A portable AC with 7,000 BTUs should cool a small room of ...

You don’t need an air conditioner if your whole house is keeping you cool. The idea of “evaporative cooling” goes back centuries. Now it’s seeing new life in the shape of a brick–the 3-D ...

There isn't a clear superior option between window units and portable options. Choosing between the two largely depends on your home, windows, and personal needs. That said, window air conditioning ...

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I work in a relatively small office room with no windows. The ventilation isn't great, either. Due to company policy, I can't work with my door open most of the time. And when I'm on break and ...

Size matters when you’re buying a window air conditioner. An air conditioner that’s too small will struggle to keep a room at a comfortable temperature. A model that’s too big will cool a ...

The “Small/Cool NYC” pop-up exhibition in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, offers rooms you can explore created by designers you know — and some you may not.