Nobody likes a stuffy office, and sitting in a warm room with stale air isn’t amazing for our concentration, and probably encourages people to want to leave as quickly as they can. The good news is that we don’t need to endure a stuffy office, we can do something to make the space a lot more comfortable.
Improve the airflow
Start off with the obvious things like checking that vents are open, filters are clean and furniture isn’t blocking the air supply. Windows can help too, of course, but opening them all day isn’t always practical when it is noisy outside or if it’s the middle of winter.
It’s also worth checking the outdoor unit and any visible ductwork on the AC system for leaves and dust because that can reduce airflow, making the system work harder while the room still feels stale.
Reduce heat before it builds up
Sometimes the problem isn’t just poor ventilation, but too much heat entering through the windows. Solutions including blinds, reflective film and external shading can all help. Brise Soleil systems from companies like this one //alusystems.uk/brise-soleil-solar-shading/, block strong sunlight before it reaches the glass while still allowing daylight into the room.
Don’t forget too that computers, printers and kitchen appliances all give off heat, so switching off equipment that’s not being used can take the edge off the stuffiness.
So, a stuffy office isn’t something you need to just put up with, and if you do these little things, you can help keep cool and productive throughout the day.