Your nursery should offer a comfortable and safe place for your baby to sleep. In order to provide this, the room needs to have adequate ventilation and a temperature that isn’t too warm or cool. Keep the following tips on nursery ventilation and HVAC settings in mind for your baby’s room.

Risks of Inadequate Ventilation and Unsafe HVAC Settings

A nursery that isn’t properly ventilated creates an uncomfortable and potentially unsafe environment for your baby. Indoor air pollutants can build up in the room, putting your baby’s health at risk. Rooms without good ventilation are also associated with an increased risk of SIDS or sudden infant death syndrome. A temperature that is too hot or cold can also make it difficult for your baby to sleep comfortably.

How to Improve Nursery Ventilation

To keep air flowing regularly and prevent your baby’s room from getting stuffy, consider installing a ceiling fan if you don’t have one in there already. Your baby’s crib shouldn’t be right under the fan, since this can cause too much of a draft or breeze on your baby. You can also use a portable fan to improve ventilation or open a window to let in fresh air when it’s warm out.

Keep in mind that the room’s humidity also needs to remain at a healthy level. You can prevent the humidity from getting too high with a portable or whole-house dehumidifier. A portable or whole-house humidifier can prevent the humidity from getting too low.

HVAC Settings for Nurseries

Nurseries should remain at a temperature that falls within a range of 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit all year round. Adjust your home’s thermostat accordingly throughout the year. If your baby’s room doesn’t seem to stay warm enough or cool enough, having zoning done can correct this. With this kind of HVAC system setup, you’ll gain more control over the temperature in your baby’s room.

If you’re looking for help with nursery ventilation in your Peachtree City home, contact Powers Heating and Air today.