David48 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 This could turn into the 'Great Correct Tyre Pressure' debate. For me ... 26C ... but I don't live permanently in Thailand if the Hotel is paying the bill. But closer to 28 if I am ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lannarebirth Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 26 degress at night when I sleep. About 4 months (March, April, May June) per year in non-sleeping areas 27 degrees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripstanley Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 25 degrees. Only on for about an hour, then use the fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fletchsmile Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 (edited) Day time: We use mainly fans, but may turn the a/c on if we've just come in or are eating. Night time in bedrooms: We have the a/c on all night: around 26 degrees in warmer months and around 27 degrees in cooler months. I like the white noise and constant temperature when sleeping. If the a/c is not working for any reason, fans are bearable but it can get warm. We have them serviced and cleaned twice a year, which can mean setting the a/c a degree or so higher or lower; depending on if they've just been serviced or if they'll be needing a service soon. Edited July 17, 2012 by fletchsmile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 according to my wife its set at "refrigerator" I have no idea what she means??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 according to my wife its set at "refrigerator" I have no idea what she means??? My wife is also annoyed when her coffee freezes in the cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 This could turn into the 'Great Correct Tyre Pressure' debate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flying Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 (edited) Continuous 24 when sleeping During the day when home alternate 24 for a couple hours then a couple hours of swing fan Monthly bill runs 1050 THB total Edited July 17, 2012 by flying Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiebebe Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 This is an interesting thread by the OP - I've often wondered the same thing ie whether where you come from makes a difference. I always have the living room AC on 27 and find 26 too cold after a while and 28 too hot - for me 27 is some sort of sweet-spot whatever the season. My bedroom AC needs to be on 25 for me to feel comfortable because two walls are floor-to-ceiling aluminum-framed windows, just single pane, which have high thermal conductance and take more energy to cool. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattayadingo Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 26 deg for my afternoon nap on the sofa. Only on in the bedroom for a couple of hours if I have a woman sleeping overnight otherwise the fan is sufficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLynch Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I have it but don't use it. I prefer open windows with a fan. Try it sometime, learn to like it. Your in Thailand. While your at it, have you tried doing your own laundry or cleaning your room? That is a good still to have also. Builds character. I learned how to like Brussels sprouts as a child ,I still hate them , Cleaning your room may build your character but getting better job and hiring a maid built mine Enjoy your fan ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffreyMcCollum Posted July 17, 2012 Author Share Posted July 17, 2012 This could turn into the 'Great Correct Tyre Pressure' debate. For me ... 26C ... but I don't live permanently in Thailand if the Hotel is paying the bill. But closer to 28 if I am ... So true ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjj Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I have it but don't use it. I prefer open windows with a fan. Try it sometime, learn to like it. Your in Thailand. While your at it, have you tried doing your own laundry or cleaning your room? That is a good still to have also. Builds character. I learned how to like Brussels sprouts as a child ,I still hate them , Cleaning your room may build your character but getting better job and hiring a maid built mine Enjoy your fan ! You make everything about money. Nouveau are we? Or just a prick? Don't you work on an oil rig? Might pay well, but it isn't a good job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I bought an air-con last year, it is still in the storage room. I don't think I am going to install it. it helps that we are at 700 meters. It is never hot at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLynch Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I have it but don't use it. I prefer open windows with a fan. Try it sometime, learn to like it. Your in Thailand. While your at it, have you tried doing your own laundry or cleaning your room? That is a good still to have also. Builds character. I learned how to like Brussels sprouts as a child ,I still hate them , Cleaning your room may build your character but getting better job and hiring a maid built mine Enjoy your fan ! You make everything about money. Nouveau are we? Or just a prick? Don't you work on an oil rig? Might pay well, but it isn't a good job. I learned how to like Brussels sprouts as a child ,I still hate them , Cleaning your room may build your character but getting better job and hiring a maid built mine Enjoy your fan ! Maybe you should adjust your A/c and cool down a bit , I'd love to see where I make anything about money ...maybe it was the thread that discussed..... let me guess... money ! I'm quite tired of folk telling others that if you want to live you shud endure some hardships like cleaning your room ,and sitting in the heat ,eating on the street ,that has been done to death on here . No need for us to calling each others name you prick ! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villagefarang Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 23 or 24 just depends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinnieTheKhwai Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 according to my wife its set at "refrigerator" I have no idea what she means??? That's 6 degrees up from '7-11'. I have it at 26 or 27. Once I start using aircon though I can't turn it off and move on to a fan.. When going to bed with fan only and the windows open then it's no problem, and I actually sleep better. (On nights that aren't too hot & muggy) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mca Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 Only when I sleep, and 18c. I like it cold when I sleep. Nice and warm under the covers, but cold on the outside. Precisely. Tip toe across the freezing bedroom to the loo for a middle of the night piss and then back and dive under the covers. Heaven! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeyserSoze01 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 26 or 27 in the hot season. Always use fans too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morakot Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 Usually, 29 degrees, or just on dehumidify mode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 23 or 24 just depends. Humm ... villagefarang, I surprised by that. Just that you have lived he for so long that you would be more insensitive to the heat. I find that when I first return to Thailand the heat knocks me around for a day or two ... maybe a week if it's April ... but my body slowly adjusts after that ... same with the chilli ... but in reverse! . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatballs Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I usually set it at 24. That is too cold if I leave it going. I turn it on and off throughout the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWMcMurray Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 23 degrees in the bedroom and 24 or 25 for downstairs (when used) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villagefarang Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 23 or 24 just depends. Humm ... villagefarang, I am surprised by that. Just thought that you have lived he for so long that you would be more insensitive to the heat. I find that when I first return to Thailand the heat knocks me around for a day or two ... maybe a week if it's April ... but my body slowly adjusts after that ... same with the chilli ... but in reverse! . I thought you might be surprised with your assumption that heat becomes a nonissue over time. After living here the first several years without A/C, I remember how pleased I was to be able to afford my first noisy old window type unit in my studio apartment.Over the years I found that besides being cool and comfortable, the A/C helps to dehumidify the air which helps the clothes hanging in the closet, towels and bed linens. I feel it is good for electronics like the computer and the flatscreen TV as well. The A/C helps to filter out pollutants, both noise and smoke. With the screens and windows closed there are no bugs. Then there is the most important reason of all, Cookie. Our 45 kilo golden retriever calms right down when you put her in an air conditioned room. I can afford the 4000 baht electrical bill so why not. We open up the house in the morning and enjoy a lovely breeze blowing through from north to south, or the other way around, depending on the season. Later in the day when things heat up I close the big sliding glass doors to the TV/computer/dog room and turn on the A/C. The main living area is facing north and with the very high ceiling stays fairly comfortable with windows open and a fan or two. I suppose I could try to live like I once did many years ago but I don’t see the reason. I see it as a matter of choice and preference. I just prefer A/C, at least part of the time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
true blue Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 0, as in zero, 24/7. We have lots of fans in our place, no A/Cs at all. Thanyaburi Mac, Pathum Thani same here never use it(a/c)prefer fans,even in the car like windows open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyKid Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 (edited) I like cool.. Not home though..that is my computer temp Edited July 18, 2012 by CrazyKid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flying Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 (edited) I see it as a matter of choice and preference. I just prefer A/C, at least part of the time. I agree for all the reasons you stated & especially the dehumidifying. Also....I often wonder about core temperatures & how it affects what we tolerate individually. My normal temperature is not what most call "normal"... 98.6 F/ 37 C My normal temp is 97F / 36.11 or even a little less Dont know if that makes a difference but wonder if it does. Edited July 18, 2012 by flying 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canman Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 I see it as a matter of choice and preference. I just prefer A/C, at least part of the time. I agree for all the reasons you stated & especially the dehumidifying. Also....I often wonder about core temperatures & how it affects what we tolerate individually. My normal temperature is not what most call "normal"... 98.6 F/ 37 C My normal temp is 97F / 36.11 or even a little less Dont know if that makes a difference but wonder if it does. Another advantage which i used to justify to the boss for having the AC in the bedroom set to frostbite is the colder it is; the less likely you will have any stray mosquito's flying around and biting while you sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 18c works fine for me all the time. Just two air cons in the house but they keep most of the place cool. Our electric bill was less than ฿1800 with the air cons running much of the day and night it is a well known fact that keeping a doghouse at 18ºC doesn't cost an arm and a leg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aehn Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Usually only turn it on for a few minutes before sleep, AC around 28. Other than that, never use the AC. I am from Scandinavia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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