MindMap Gallery Decoration dry goods series 11 Electrical appliances - water purification, soft water, air conditioning, fresh air, smart home
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Equipment (water)
water purification
Simple home water purification system: pre-filter, water purifier, water softener
After tap water enters your home, the general treatment process is:
It first passes through the pre-filter to filter out the sediment and yellow soup. The water treated by the pre-filter is directly used for kitchen washing and toilet flushing.
The water treated by the water purification machine is used for drinking and cooking.
If you also have requirements for domestic water, you can also install a water softener to reduce the calcium and magnesium ions in the water and reduce the possibility of pipe faucets becoming clogged.
Home water purification system
Prefilter
The pre-filter is the first coarse filtration equipment for the whole house's water, filtering large particles such as sediment and rust in the tap water. The principle is very simple, it is to block these impurities from entering your own water pipes through the filter.
There are several different types of filters available, the common ones are laminated type, downflush type, backflush type, etc.
Recoil type is better
The pre-filter is generally installed after the household water meter, and all water must be filtered by it. If there is a lot of sediment, the water flow will slow down after using it for a period of time. At this time, most of the filter mesh holes are clogged, and you need to disassemble the filter mesh for cleaning.
When purchasing, it is better to choose a filter with a pore size between 30-50 μm. If the filter size is greater than 100 μm, the filter effect will be poor, but if it is less than 30 μm, it is more likely to be clogged. Try not to choose a filter outside the range.
In addition, we should also pay attention to its flux size. Most products are about 3 tons/hour, but the actual measurement is ≥1 tons/hour, which can meet daily use. Households that do not use a large amount of water can choose small-flux filters.
The price of domestic pre-filters is around 300-500 yuan, while most imported ones cost 1,000 yuan.
The popular recoil function is now available in some domestic products. It is impossible to explain the pros and cons one by one. It is recommended to buy it from an established manufacturer or a manufacturer that only makes a single product.
water purification machine
After the pre-filtered water enters the home, if you want to drink it directly, you also need to filter out the finer impurities in the water. At this time, you need to use the multi-layer filter of the water purifier.
Water purifier: The main filter material of the water purifier is ultrafiltration membrane, with a filtration accuracy of 0.01μm.
Pure water machine: The main filter material of the pure water machine is RO membrane, and the filtration precision is 0.0001μm, which is 0.1nm.
Both can be drank directly. The difference between the two machines is whether the water passes through the RO membrane.
A water purification machine has several types of filter elements:
PP cotton
The PP cotton filter element is often placed in the first stage of filtration. It is found in basically all water purification machines. Its main function is to filter out large impurities in tap water first.
Most PP cotton filter elements need to be replaced frequently. If the water quality is poor, it may need to be replaced in 3 to 4 months. If the water quality is good, it should not exceed 6 months. Fortunately, PP cotton is a primary filter element and is relatively cheap. Generally, it needs to be replaced in 3 to 4 months. Between 50-80 yuan.
activated carbon
Activated carbon is a lot of black granular carbon. It has the functions of adsorbing, removing dirt, decolorizing, filtering and purifying. It has super strong adsorption power, and some people even use it to absorb odors in the refrigerator.
Many water purification machines are equipped with pre-activated carbon filters and post-activated carbon filters. In this case, the pre-activated carbon particles are coarser and are used to absorb impurities, odors, residual chlorine and other harmful substances in the water, while the post-activated carbon is set at the last stage of the entire filtration to improve the taste and remove heavy metals such as lead.
The service life of activated carbon filter element is slightly longer than that of PP cotton. It usually needs to be replaced between 6 months and 12 months. The price on the market is between 60-100 yuan.
Ultrafiltration membrane filter element
The ultrafiltration membrane filter element has a filtration precision of 0.01 μm, which can filter out some macromolecular pollutants such as colloids, bacteria, and algae, but it cannot filter metal ions.
A water purifier equipped with an ultrafiltration membrane is the "water purifier" mentioned earlier. Its characteristics are also obvious. Most of them do not require electricity and rely on the water's own pressure for filtration.
The ultrafiltration membrane water purifier does not produce waste water and consumes no water or electricity. It can be called an expert in living at home. However, ultrafiltration membrane water purifiers need to pay attention to the water pressure, which is mostly between 1-3kg.
The filtration precision of the ultrafiltration membrane is 0.01μm, and pure "H2O" cannot be obtained. In areas with good water quality, you can drink it directly. In areas with poor water quality, it is recommended to heat it and boil it before drinking. After a long time, a small amount of scale will still appear in the kettle.
RO membrane filter element
Machines that use this kind of filter element are generally called pure water machines. The manufacturing principle of the filter element is the same, except that the pores in the RO membrane are smaller, so small that they are invisible to the naked eye.
A 0.1nm pore can block almost all impurities and heavy metals, allowing pure H2O to be obtained. The size of this pore is only one millionth that of a human hair.
The pure water machine needs to be plugged in to use, and the electricity drives the pump to apply pressure to the water. Otherwise, the water will not easily pass through the RO membrane for filtration. This process is a physical process, so at this stage, some RO membrane pure water machines that do not use electricity are mostly hype. , at least keep it in doubt.
wastewater rate
Another focus that everyone pays attention to is the wastewater rate, which is generally 1:3, that is, 1 part pure water, 3 parts wastewater. Now some manufacturers have achieved 1:1, 2:1, or even 4:1.
Wastewater is generated because it is not easy for water molecules to pass through the RO membrane. They need to be pressurized to pass. In order to protect the RO membrane, the pressure cannot be too high. Some manufacturers set the pressure so that only about 20% of water molecules can pass through the RO membrane. Water that cannot pass through the RO membrane is wastewater.
A pure water machine without waste water is nothing more than increasing the machine pressure to allow all water molecules to pass through the RO membrane. The most expensive accessory of the pure water machine is the RO membrane. It is not worthwhile to reduce the service life of the RO membrane in order to have no waste water.
In fact, the problem of waste water is not too serious, because the water that people drink every day is very limited, at most 2 liters, so the waste water from the pure water machine is only 6 liters every day, 1:1 or other is even less, which is less than usual mopping the floor. There is much less water.
There are two types of pure water machines: those with water storage tanks and those without tanks. For tank-less pure water machines to achieve immediate filtration, it is necessary to increase the area of the RO membrane and increase the outlet water flow rate.
However, the price of RO membrane is not cheap, mostly around 500-800, so the price of tankless pure water machine is relatively high.
However, in areas with poor water quality, there are still many impurities and harmful substances in the purified water, so it is really not recommended to drink it directly.
Water Softener
Non-essential
Soft water is water that has been treated, has a low calcium and magnesium ion content, and is not prone to scale.
The principle of the water softener is to absorb calcium and magnesium ions through the resin material, causing the hardness of the water to decrease. The resin will "fail" every time, and special salt must be added to restore and regenerate it.
Water softeners do not need to replace the filter element, just add salt regularly, which saves money on the filter element. However, the price of the machine is more expensive than the water purifier, generally between 3,000-10,000 yuan.
The water softener is not small and takes up a lot of space, so be sure to reserve a reserved space. Generally, 1 ton/hour is enough for household use. The machine has requirements for water pressure, mostly between 1.4-3.5kg.
Finally, because soft water contains a large amount of sodium ions, it is corrosive to iron pipes and is not drinkable.
Installation matters
As the first line of defense for water purification in your home, the pre-filter should be installed after the main valve and water meter. Pay attention to the direction of the flow during installation. Generally, the pre-filter will be marked separately.
After installing the pre-filter, you can then install the water purifier. Before installation, you must determine the location and choose a place close to the water supply and drainage and not exposed to direct sunlight. Most people install it in a cabinet under the sink.
Water purifiers generally use a separate faucet, which can be installed on the reserved hole in the soap dispenser or drilled in the sink. The faucet also has single-opening and double-opening types.
After everything is connected, leave it for at least 20 minutes. Some water purifiers will have a water quality display, either on the machine or directly on the faucet. Blue means you can drink it directly, orange means you can't drink it directly, etc.
If you want to install a water softener, be sure to reserve water channels during the water and electricity renovation! !
soft water
Hardness value TDS
The softness and hardness here refer to the amount of dissolved solids in the water. Generally, the hardness value TDS is used as an indicator, and the unit is mg/L. The higher the TDS value, the more dissolved substances are contained in the water, that is, the higher the hardness of the water.
Disadvantages of hard water
Water with a TDS that is too high will seriously damage the water pipeline. Over time, scale will form inside the pipeline, which will affect the water flow. Moreover, scale does not conduct heat and the heating effect will be greatly reduced. This is why the shower head feels like the water flow is getting heavier after being used for a long time. The smaller it is, the reason why the water temperature is not hot - there is scale inside the water pipe.
In addition, if the water is hard, the skin will be tight and airtight after bathing. The essence is that the calcium and magnesium ions in the water react with the soap base in bath products to form soap scum, which adheres to the skin, causing dry and sensitive skin;
In the same way, hair will feel astringent and not smooth enough after washing (it is said that washing hair with hard water is more likely to cause hair loss);
When washing clothes, you need to pour more washing powder to make it foam, and the washed clothes will be astringent;
Towels will become stiff after being used for a long time;
So how "soft" can water become after being filtered by a water softener?
According to the national standard "Household and Similar Purpose Drinking Machine Treatment Devices GB/T30307-2013", the hardness of the water after filtering by the water softener should not be greater than 50mg/L.
The concept of national standard is "market access threshold", which is the most basic requirement. When we buy a water softener, it must at least meet the national standards.
If the following three conditions are met and you have plenty of money, it is recommended to install a water softener:
1. Located in areas with high water hardness, especially in northwest and northern China.
If you have no idea about local water hardness, you can check it on the official website of the water supply group;
Or test it yourself. It is more accurate to use drops and test strips, or buy a TDS pen for tens of dollars. Roughly, you can boil a kettle of water yourself to see if there is scale, and check whether there is a lot of scale in faucets and other places.
2. Households equipped with smart toilets.
When installing a smart toilet, you must remember to connect soft water, otherwise the water used to flush the butt will be relatively hard, and the nozzle will easily get clogged if used for a long time, and it will definitely not be as comfortable as soft water...
3. High requirements for quality of life.
Wash your face, wash your hair, take a bath, and do laundry in pursuit of comfort;
Home appliances such as water heaters and washing machines are all high-end models that cost a lot of money to buy. To protect the life of the appliances, they must also be installed with soft water.
How does a water softener soften water?
There are three types of water softeners available on the market, with different working principles: resin exchange, nanocrystalline TAC physical scale inhibition, and silicon-phosphorus crystal.
Among them, silicon-phosphorus crystal is harmful to human body if its concentration is high, and it is mainly used in industry.
There are two main types of home water softeners: resin and nanocrystalline, but I recommend you choose resin.
resin exchange
Resin exchange uses potassium and sodium ions in the resin to replace calcium and magnesium ions in the water, allowing the calcium and magnesium ions to bind to the resin, thus reducing the hardness of the water.
The resin filter element is a consumable material. When the calcium and magnesium ions adsorbed by the resin reach saturation, the resin needs to be regenerated. The method is to add salt so that the water softener can be recycled.
Wastewater needs to be discharged during resin regeneration, so in addition to reserving upper and lower drains, remember to reserve drains in advance.
Nanocrystalline TAC Technology
Nanocrystalline TAC technology is said to "require no electricity and produce no salt water." The most obvious difference is that it does not need to add salt, and it is more convenient to maintain. However, the filter element needs to be replaced about once every six months to one year.
This technology packs calcium and magnesium ions into nano-scale crystals invisible to the human eye. This crystal has stable physical properties and will no longer form scale.
Essentially, the calcium and magnesium in the water has not been reduced, but this "nano calcium and magnesium" will not turn into scale visible to the naked eye. This is more embarrassing, and it is equivalent to "only playing half the role."
On the one hand, it does protect the pipelines from scaling, but on the other hand, it does not improve the user experience. Should the skin be dry or dry, and the hair should be lost or hair loss... Moreover, the price of nanocrystal water softeners is more expensive, generally 1w. This money is enough for me to buy a resin water softener and RO water purifier. How fragrant it is!
What is the difference between a water softener and a water purifier?
I want to install a central water purifier directly. Do I need to add a water softener?
Although the central water purifier can remove residual chlorine, rust, bacteria, etc. in the water, it cannot remove calcium and magnesium ions in the water and cannot provide more comfortable living water.
Soft water requires constant addition of salt, so won’t it feel salty when I brush my teeth?
Human taste buds are affected by the chloride ions in sodium chloride. When the chloride content in the water is high, the water will have a salty taste. When the main cation is sodium ion, the water will have a salty taste when the chloride salt reaches 250mg/L. It is the potassium and sodium in the resin that exchange ions with hard water. Even if the sodium content increases, people will not feel the salty taste when the chloride ion content is low~
Can soft water be drunk directly?
Soft water cannot be drunk directly, and it is not recommended to boil it before drinking.
Reasons why soft water cannot be drunk directly:
Soft water only removes calcium and magnesium ions from hard water, but does not remove bacteria and viruses in the water. Therefore, soft water is "unclean" and cannot be drank directly. At the very least, it must be boiled.
At present, only water filtered by ultrafiltration machines and RO machines can be drank directly without boiling.
Reasons why soft water is not recommended for drinking after boiling:
After boiling soft water, although the bacteria and viruses are removed at high temperature, the sodium content in the soft water is still high. Just like from a health perspective, it is not recommended that you put more salt in cooking, and it is not recommended to drink high-sodium soft water.
Tips to avoid when purchasing a water softener
1. Look at the price
Regular water softeners will have a health license approval document, and the model, place of origin, and the service life of the resin and components will be noted next to it.
Generally, the service life of water softeners under normal maintenance is about 10 years. Brands of water softeners with a price of more than 10,000 yuan and those with a price of less than 10,000 yuan are the same, and there is not much difference in lifespan.
In fact, the lifespan of a water softener worth over 10,000 yuan is not necessarily long, and the difference in filtration effect is not that big. The advantage is that the resin regeneration time is shorter without delaying use, and it saves more salt and water. To put it bluntly, it is a good user experience, and you can do it if you have enough budget. , if you have a budget, just buy a cost-effective model from a domestic brand.
2. Look at the amount of water...
3. Look at the resin...
4. Look at the valve head...
How to match water softeners with other water purification equipment?
If the budget is limited, the general recommendation is: pre-fill soft water and drink directly
The pre-filter is a coarse-filtering metal filter used to block large particles of impurities such as rust, sediment, and insect eggs. The principle is not complicated. It costs a few hundred yuan to buy, and it is recommended that everyone install it in their home.
Direct drinking machines are divided into ultrafiltration machines and RO machines. The former uses activated carbon and UF ultrafiltration membrane, while the latter has an extra layer of RO reverse osmosis membrane.
The advantage of using an ultrafiltration machine is that it is low-cost and can be used in many scenarios. The entire kitchen water (cooking, drinking, supplying dishwashers and other equipment) comes from the ultrafiltration machine. It does not need to be specially designed for "absolute safety of drinking water in one sip". The whole thing is relatively expensive. of RO machine.
However, there are still calcium and magnesium ions in ultra-filtered water, and there will still be scale when boiled (similar to bottled "mineral water"). For those who are more particular, if you want to be absolutely safe and don't want to wait for the water to boil, you can use an RO machine.
The filtration precision of the RO membrane is 0.1nm (nanometer), and what is filtered out is pure water molecules H2O, without any other substances (similar to bottled "pure water").
However, today's direct drinking machines also come with two types of filters. If you want to drink mineral water or purified water, you can be satisfied, so you don't have to worry.
For the configuration of "front soft water for direct drinking", the waterway design is roughly:
Exiting from the front, the troops divided into two groups, going into the bathroom to find the water softener and into the kitchen to find the drinking fountain.
Because it is not recommended to drink soft water, the water path for soft water should be completely avoided in the kitchen. For equipment like dishwashers in the kitchen, if you want to use soft water, just add dishwashing salt separately.
Some things to pay attention to when installing a water softener
Be sure to select a water softener model before installing or modifying water and electricity. If your home has been renovated and you still want to install soft water, you can only choose a wall-mounted machine. It can only be used for bathing and laundry. The water volume is small, and the smart toilet may not be used.
Waterway installation location: after the pre-filter and central water purifier, before the water heater, washing machine and wash basin
Water points: In addition to the water inlet and outlet, don’t forget there are also sewer pipes
Electricity point: The independent five-hole socket should be higher than the water inlet and outlet of the equipment and no more than 1.5 meters away from the equipment.
Equipment (air)
Central air conditioning
1. Under what circumstances is it better to use central air conditioning?
①Split machine and multi-line machine
Split air conditioners are our common common air conditioners, either wall-mounted or cabinet-type. They are composed of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. If each room is equipped with an air conditioner (internal unit), then many outdoor units may be hung on the exterior wall of the building, and the noise will be relatively loud.
Multi-split is what we call central air conditioning. One outdoor unit can be connected to multiple indoor units. One outdoor unit connected to two indoor units is called "one to two", three to three is called "one to three", and so on. . The structure of the multi-split unit is more complex than that of the split unit, and the cost is higher. For the same cooling capacity, the overall price of the multi-split unit is higher than that of the split unit.
Duct air conditioners are an air conditioner between split air conditioners and multi-split air conditioners. They can be understood as one-to-one central air conditioners and are cheaper than central air conditioners.
The advantage of central air conditioning is that the indoor unit is usually installed in the ceiling and does not occupy floor space; while the outdoor unit usually only requires an outdoor air conditioning position. The indoor unit has air outlets and return air outlets, so the air volume can be controlled gently and softly, and the noise is relatively small.
Taken together, central air conditioning is more suitable for houses with a relatively large area, a large number of rooms, long-term temperature control in the rooms, and a room that is not too high (a ceiling of ≤30cm high is required to hide the internal unit).
PS. The internal unit of the duct machine is also hidden in the ceiling. If you have a limited budget and want to save space, you can also consider the "living room duct machine bedroom wall-mounted machine" solution. At least the living room no longer has a bulky vertical cabinet machine. .
②Differences between air conditioning and heating between north and south
Southern regions are more accepting of central air conditioners than northern regions, also because central air conditioners have a certain heating function, while most northern regions with central heating do not need to care for this.
Air conditioning and heating use refrigerant (fluorine) to transfer outdoor heat into the room. When the outdoor temperature is too low, the refrigerant's ability to evaporate and absorb heat will decrease. In order to maintain the indoor temperature, the compressor must work hard and the motor will wear out. , the lifespan is shortened, and it consumes electricity. In the south, where winter temperatures are relatively mild, a compressor with better performance and high-quality refrigerant can fully meet the heating needs.
2. How to choose central air conditioning
①Compressor - the core component
What affects the refrigeration performance of the air conditioner is the compressor, which is equivalent to the "heart" of the air conditioner. There are three types of compressors, reciprocating, rotor, and scroll. When central air conditioners are of the same brand and power, the scroll type is more expensive than the rotor type, and the rotor type is more expensive than the reciprocating type.
②Power
The power of an air conditioner is generally called "horse". One horse corresponds to a cooling capacity of about 2500W, and the temperature control area is about 12 square meters.
③Frequency conversion technology
Frequency conversion allows the air conditioner to work at different frequencies. The main benefit is energy saving.
Divided into DC frequency conversion and AC frequency conversion. DC variable frequency motors consume less energy than AC variable frequency motors and are more expensive to build. This is reflected in the fact that air conditioners with variable frequency are more expensive than non-variable ones, and DC variable frequency motors are more expensive than AC variable frequency ones.
④Refrigerant
Freon is mostly used as refrigerant. When you mention Freon, you will think of damaging the environment. In fact, Freon is a brand registered by DuPont in the United States. The refrigerant that destroys the ozone layer is Freon R22. Now it is gradually replaced by Freon R410.
⑤Brand
The main domestic brands include Gree, Midea, and Haier, while the main imported brands include Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Hitachi, etc.
In terms of pure technical level, the level of domestic air-conditioning manufacturers is between the two. Foreign companies each have their own advantages, such as Toshiba, the originator of inverters, Hitachi with advanced scroll technology, and Mitsubishi with solid quality.
Daikin entered the Chinese market relatively early and has accumulated a good reputation over the years. The frequency conversion technology of central air conditioners is mature (what Daikin calls VRV technology) and can flexibly control the temperature of different indoor units.
Mitsubishi Electric mainly has three series, Lingshang, Lingyao and Bingyan. Lingshang is suitable for small apartments; Lingyao uses a branch box to simplify the pipeline and facilitate maintenance; Ice Flame heating is relatively strong.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries mainly has two series: SCM and KXZmini. SCM specializes in small apartments of 80 to 100 square meters; KXZmini is more expensive and focuses on whole-house customization, such as villas with many rooms.
⑥Price reference
For example, for a 120-square-meter three-bedroom and one-living room, if you buy a one-to-four six-horse central air conditioner, the domestic brand price is about 25,000, and the imported brand price is about 50% more than this.
3. Installation of central air conditioning
Three points of product and seven points of installation - that is to say, the quality of the air conditioner is not the only factor that affects your final temperature control effect. No matter how good the air conditioner is, if it is not installed well, it will have poor cooling effect, loud noise, water leakage and even adverse effects. The issue of service life.
①Installation steps
Because it involves ceiling and pipeline layout, the installation of central air conditioners is much more difficult than ordinary air conditioners. At the beginning of the decoration, usually on the day when the water and electricity are handed over, the person installing the central air conditioner should discuss the installation plan with the foreman, plumber and designer.
After consultation, in line with the principle of "small pipes give way to big pipes", the central air conditioner should be installed first (if there is fresh air, the fresh air should be installed first, the general fresh air pipe will be thicker than the central air conditioner), the air pipes and liquid pipes should be laid, and the air pipes should be laid in advance. Set the power supply location, and then install the water and electricity pipelines.
Start hoisting the indoor unit first. The position of the indoor unit should be considered to shorten the distance between the pipes as much as possible, because the longer the distance the refrigerant flows in the pipes, the greater the loss; there should be a small distance between the indoor unit and the roof to avoid When working, it resonates with the roof and damages the body.
After the indoor unit is hoisted, pipe laying begins. The pipe laying route diagram should be a drawing jointly decided by the central air-conditioning merchant, plumber, and designer.
Pipes are generally copper pipes. Since the refrigerants currently used have relatively high pressures, the welding requirements for the pipes are relatively high. After the pipes are laid out, vacuum must be extracted or high-pressure nitrogen must be filled to check the welding quality of the pipes (there is a branch box inside the pipe). The machine requires almost no welding).
After the pipes are laid, the outdoor unit should be installed. The outdoor unit should be installed in a well-ventilated place with as few obstructions as possible within one meter around it.
The last step is to install the air outlet, return air outlet and fluorine filling test. The position of the air outlet should be away from the bedside or sofa. Combined with the indoor furniture placement and lamp trough design drawings, the advantage of the central air conditioner's soft air output should be maximized.
The general air return method is "side out and back down", that is, air is out from the side and air is returned from the bottom. The air outlet and return air outlet should not be too close to avoid "short circuit" in the air path.
The air vents are generally made of aluminum alloy louvers, which are strong and durable. However, water may drip from the air vents. They are usually white. If you want to make other colors, you usually have to pay more. There are also ABS plastic or wooden air vents, which are not easy to drip. There are many shapes and colors, and you can customize them according to your needs. Choose from ceiling styles.
In addition to the air outlet and return air outlet, remember to leave a maintenance opening (the return air outlet is often used as a maintenance opening), otherwise the suspended ceiling will have to be dismantled when maintenance is needed.
Pay attention to ask whether the brand's installation team is professional and reliable. Most of the mainstream domestic brands now outsource installation. You need to directly connect with the installation master and coordinate the relationship.
There are also pipeline welding problems that may not have been discovered in the pipeline test at the time. However, after a period of time, the problem may be leaking fluorine, or the cooling function may be damaged, and the ceiling must be removed and the problem must be started again. There are even mistakes in installing the outdoor unit of the air conditioner on the indoor balcony.
②Installation price
The installation fee is generally included in the total price of purchasing a central air conditioner, and the installation fee and accessories generally account for 20 to 30% of the total price.
If the installation is outsourced, the price varies from place to place. The installation fee for most home-improvement central air-conditioning contractors is between 1,400 and 1,500 yuan. The tooling is different, and it depends on the material of the copper pipe.
If you install an air-conditioning extension pipe, the price of the extension pipe is about 110 yuan per meter; if you want to buy a complete set of air-conditioning connecting pipes, the price is 300 yuan per set; if you want to buy copper pipes directly, copper pipes are sold by weight, and the price is About 55 yuan per kilogram. Of course, the specific situation needs to be analyzed in detail, these are just references.
Fresh air system
What exactly is Xinfeng?
Fresh air and central air conditioning are two completely different systems. Functionally, fresh air is responsible for air quality, and air conditioning is responsible for temperature. The pipes they use are also different.
Although there is now a central air conditioner with its own fresh air on the market, it is a "so-called" fake fresh air. Because it only adds a filter to the air conditioner, although it can purify the air, the air only circulates indoors and is not completely renewed from the outside in.
A real fresh air system must achieve indoor and outdoor air circulation. It can not only introduce fresh air from the outside into your home, but also discharge the dirty indoor air.
Although fresh air was largely recognized by everyone due to the smog, in fact, the earliest mission of fresh air was to exchange air. Ventilation indoors and outdoors can be achieved without opening doors or windows.
Only later, as air pollution became increasingly serious, various purification and filtering functions were added to ensure that the air you breathe indoors is fresh and clean even if there is a lot of smog outside.
If it is winter, will the air brought in by the fresh air system make the room colder?
Many of today's ducted fresh air systems have a heat exchange function, which allows the air entering and exiting the room to exchange heat inside the fresh air unit (not air exchange), recovering part of the heat that wants to escape, that is to say, the fresh cold air from the outside The air can be "heated" several degrees before being introduced into the room.
Heat exchange can greatly reduce the energy consumption of heating in winter and air conditioning in summer.
Is it necessary to install a fresh air system?
If you have relatively high requirements for the air quality in your home, it is highly recommended to install a fresh air system, especially for families with elderly people and children.
Even if there is no smog, indoor air pollution cannot be underestimated. Formaldehyde release from decoration, harmful particles in the air caused by germs, pollen, air dust, and smoking...the harm caused by these substances is even more serious than smog.
Can an air purifier be used instead of fresh air?
I'm afraid not. Although both fresh air and air purifiers can purify indoor air, there is still a big difference.
The difference is: with the doors and windows closed, a house equipped with fresh air can still be ventilated from the outside, ensuring that the room is always in an oxygen-rich state, the air humidity is also very uniform, and the comfort level will be much higher.
The purifier can only exchange air in the room, and the air exchanged is the air in the room. Oxygen cannot come in and carbon dioxide cannot go out. After a long time, it will feel stuffy.
Advantages of fresh air
As we all know, the most effective way to remove formaldehyde is ventilation. The main function of fresh air is to filter and exchange air, and the air purifier cannot do it at all.
Although there are air purifiers on the market that specifically remove formaldehyde, they mainly use the principle of activated carbon to adsorb formaldehyde. However, once the adsorption is full, it will no longer be effective and the filter element must be replaced.
Disadvantages of fresh air
Fresh air also has some disadvantages, such as noise. Regardless of price, all fresh air machines will make noise when operating, but the noise level is different.
The later maintenance cost is relatively high. It is necessary to regularly replace or clean the filter material, clean the air vents, pipes, etc.
However, air purifiers also make noise, and the filters must be cleaned or replaced after a certain period of time.
What are the categories of fresh air?
Air supply method:
①One-way flow
It refers to only air supply (mainly positive pressure) or only exhaust air (mainly negative pressure). The air replacement capacity is poor and there is no heat exchange function, but it is cheap and suitable for small spaces.
It is generally not recommended to choose one-way flow. If you must choose, be sure to choose the "positive pressure" type, that is, the air supply type only.
The positive pressure type simply sends filtered fresh air into the room, making the indoor air pressure greater than the outdoor air pressure, and squeezing out the dirty air through window cracks, etc., so the airtightness of doors and windows is not required.
②Two-way flow
With both air supply and exhaust, the air circulation effect is much better than one-way flow, and most of them have heat exchange functions, but they are expensive.
Generally, fresh air systems with two-way flow and heat exchange function have high requirements for the airtightness of doors and windows. Otherwise, the air will escape too much through the cracks of doors and windows, and the value of heat exchange will be compromised.
It is best to choose a two-way flow fresh air system.
Installation method:
①Ceiling type
The ceiling type is a duct type, that is, air is supplied and exhausted through ducts.
The suspended ceiling type is suitable for families that have not yet been renovated or have just started to renovate, because the fan needs to be hidden through the suspended ceiling, and the pipes can be routed to the ceiling or to the ground.
The ceiling-mounted fresh air system has high air replacement efficiency and high aesthetics. However, it will occupy a certain floor height, and regular pipeline cleaning and replacement of consumables are also troublesome.
The two-way flow and ceiling-type fresh air system has the highest installation rate. It has an air inlet duct and an exhaust duct. The air inlet duct is divided into each room to send filtered fresh air to the room; the exhaust duct is in each room. The room also has separate pipes to suck out the dirty air in the room and discharge it to the outside.
Generally, there are more indoor air supply vents than exhaust vents, so that the indoor air pressure will be slightly greater than the outdoor air pressure, which can prevent unfiltered air from entering the room through door cracks and window cracks.
②Wall-mounted
Wall-mounted fresh air is ductless, and the purification effect is not as good as the ceiling-mounted one.
Suitable for installation after decoration. The installation is simple and convenient. You only need to drill 1 or 2 ventilation holes on the wall. No pipes or ceilings are needed. The price is also relatively cheap, and later maintenance is more convenient.
③Cabinet type
Cabinet-type fresh air fans are both ducted and non-ducted.
The duct type is similar to the ceiling type, except that the position of the fan is different, but the air duct layout and purification effect are similar, and the price is not cheaper than the ceiling type. It is best to install it before decoration, otherwise you will have to use the exposed pipe.
The non-ducted type is somewhat similar to a vertical air conditioner and is suitable for installation after renovation. The installation is relatively easy. There is no need to arrange air ducts. You only need to drill 2 holes in the wall. The air supply effect is not as good as the duct type.
What are the main concerns when purchasing fresh air?
① Fan: mainly depends on three parameters: air volume, noise, and power
Air volume:
Representing the ventilation effect, household fresh air fans mainly include 150 air volume, 250 air volume, 350 air volume, etc., which means that the air output per hour is 150/m³, 250/m³, and 350/m³. The air volume is generally determined based on the actual usable area and floor height of the home, as well as the number of air changes per hour.
Let’s give a simple estimate: For example, a house of 100 square meters, excluding the bathroom, kitchen space (no fresh air is needed, and has an independent exhaust system), and cabinets and other spaces, there is still 80 square meters, and the floor height is 2.7m. According to the requirements, the number of air changes per hour in the whole house is 0.5~2.0 times/h. If the air is exchanged once per hour, the required air volume is: 80㎡*2.7m*1h=216m³/h.
For ducted fresh air fans, during the actual installation process, due to duct bends, restricted openings, etc., some air volume losses will occur, so most ducted fresh air fans cannot reach the actual air volume. It is best to configure 130% of the estimated value. ~150% air volume.
The air volume loss of non-ducted fresh air fans is particularly small.
Generally, a 150 air volume fresh air fan is suitable for a house within 70 square meters. A 250 air volume pipe can be used within 120 square meters, and if it is larger, it will have to be a 350 air volume pipe.
noise:
Generally, the greater the air volume, the greater the noise. At high speed, the noise can be controlled at about 40 decibels, which is similar to the noise of a refrigerator.
Remember not to choose a fan with a small air volume because of excessive pursuit of low noise, otherwise the value of the fresh air system will be greatly reduced. If you really need quiet periods, you can adjust the air volume yourself.
Power: generally more than 100 watts. The weak gear only has tens of watts, which is equivalent to an electric fan.
②Pipeline
There are two types of pipes: PVC hard pipes and PE hoses.
PVC hard pipes are the same as the white drain pipes used at home, but the pipe diameter is not necessarily the same. It is currently the mainstream and affordable. It is a large thick tube that runs from the beginning to the end, and then branches on the tube. Therefore, the air volume will weaken in places far away from the fan.
PE hoses are one or two thousand more expensive, and are equipped with an air distribution box (similar to a water collector for floor heating). The pipes are short, and the inner wall of the hose is smooth, so the air volume loss is less.
In addition, under the same diameter of the wall top opening, the cross-sectional diameter of the PE pipe is smaller than that of the PVC pipe, which will cause the local wind speed to increase, so the PE pipe has a better air supply effect, but at the same time it may increase the noise.
③Filter material
Filter materials are mainly divided into filter filtration and electrostatic adsorption.
The filter structure is usually a primary filter and an advanced filter with multiple layers. The more advanced filter type is HEPA, which can effectively filter out particles above PM0.3, not to mention PM2.5.
Electrostatic adsorption is also called electrostatic dust removal. It uses an electrostatic box with aluminum wire inside.
Both methods have their own pros and cons. The filter filter is more thorough, but the filter element needs to be replaced regularly. The advantage of the electrostatic method is that there is no need to replace the filter element, it can be taken out and washed with water. The disadvantage is that some ozone will be released.
Nowadays, many people choose the combination of filter and electrostatic precipitator when installing fresh air, which has better effect.
④Heat exchange
The higher the heat exchange rate, the better. The heat exchange rate of household fresh air systems currently on the market can generally reach about 80%.
When buying, pay attention to two English words: HRV and ERV. HRV is sensible heat exchange, regardless of humidity regulation. ERV is a full heat exchanger and can achieve limited humidity adjustment function. It is best to choose full heat exchange for higher comfort.
There are three main materials for heat exchange cores: paper, aluminum foil, and polymer film.
Paper has a high heat exchange rate, but has a short service life, is prone to mold growth, and cannot be cleaned, so it needs to be replaced regularly; aluminum foil has a low heat exchange efficiency and cannot exchange humidity, but has a long life, can be cleaned, and is more expensive than paper; polymer heat exchanger It can be said that the exchange core overcomes all the shortcomings of paper and aluminum foil and is ideal.
Fresh air brand and price
The relatively well-known fresh air brands mainly include Yuanda, Panasonic, Bronco, Honeywell, etc. But to say which brand is better, it is difficult to choose, and there is no way to compare, because each brand focuses on different areas. We can only choose the fresh air system that suits us based on our own budget and needs, comparing the parameters of various brands and models. In addition, installation and after-sales service are also very important reference indicators. Here is a simple comparison of three brands:
①Yuanda
Basically, it is the leading brand among domestic fresh air fans, focusing on cabinet-type machines. The fan is original and has a 2-year warranty.
The representative models include SF250 and SC250, both of which are cabinet machines. The maximum air volume is 250m³/h, the heat exchange core material is aluminum paper, the pipes are PVC hard pipes, HEPA13 level advanced filters are used, and there is electrostatic dust removal.
The host installation fee and pipeline price are 21,500 yuan for SF250 and 21,200 yuan for SC250.
②Panasonic
It is a famous Japanese brand, and the fans are also original and come with a 5-8 year warranty.
There are three representative models: FY-25ZDP1C, FY-RZ28DP1, and FY-25ZJD1C. The maximum capacities are 250m³/h, 280m³/h, and 250m³/h respectively.
They are all full heat exchangers, the heat exchange core material is paper core, and the pipes are PE pipes. The filter material is a three-layer filter.
The quality of Panasonic's fresh air is reliable, but many users have reported that some of Panasonic's installation teams are not professional and the installation quality is not good. Because its installation services are outsourced.
Host installation fee and pipeline price, the costs of the three models are: 14,980 yuan, 13,989 yuan, and 15,442 yuan.
③ Bailang
A famous American brand, it first started selling range hoods and ventilation fans, and later developed a fresh air product line. The fans are manufactured by domestic manufacturers.
Representative models include: NOAH2.5, THINO15&DFB purifier, and Smaeto2.0H. The maximum air volume is: 330m³/h, 240m³/h, 230m³/h.
They are all full heat exchangers. The heat exchange core material uses a polymer fiber base material and has a long service life. Pipes can be made of PVC or PE, and the filter material is a three-layer filter. Installation services are also outsourced.
Host installation fee and pipeline price, the costs of the three models are: 24,499 yuan, 20,029 yuan, and 13,009 yuan.
Installation of fresh air system
As the saying goes, 3 points for machine, 7 points for installation. The quality of installation directly affects the effectiveness of fresh air. Since the two-way flow and ceiling-type fresh air systems are the most popular and the most complicated to install, we will mainly talk about its installation.
① Make an appointment for installation
The sooner you find a fresh air vendor, the better. The installation of fresh air usually starts during or just after the demolition is completed, and should be completed before the ceiling is installed at the latest.
The design planning can be carried out earlier and matched with the floor plan first, and the final plan can be determined on site during the structural demolition and modification.
The merchant will send a dedicated person to come to the site to measure and determine the location of the fan, the air return and return method, and the layout direction of the pipeline, etc.
②Fan installation
Generally, kitchens, bathrooms, and balconies are chosen as the installation locations for fans. These areas do not have high requirements for floor height and have little noise impact.
The fan cannot be installed in a place with high temperature to avoid thermal deformation or damage to the filter and heat exchange core; it cannot be installed in a place with high humidity to avoid causing a short circuit.
The installation height of the fan needs to be about 30cm. The installation must be firm and cannot be attached to the top, because the fan will vibrate and requires a certain amount of space.
An inspection opening must be left at the fan, especially when it is suspended from the ceiling. Otherwise, if you want to replace the filter element or clean it in the future, you will not be able to do it.
After installing the indoor unit at the construction site, be sure to cover the fan with plastic film to prevent dust, cement, etc. from entering the fan and affecting its service life.
③Pipeline installation
The layout of ducts has a very important relationship with the efficiency of fresh air supply.
The shorter the duct, the better. If you can, go as straight as possible to reduce the number of corners. Try not to use 90-degree sharp turns, otherwise the wind resistance will be great. It is recommended to use two 45-degree air ducts to form a 90-degree one. Branch pipes should use Y-shaped inclined tees as much as possible.
Drilling holes must avoid wires in the wall, and try to avoid opening holes on beams, pillars, and load-bearing walls to avoid touching steel bars and affecting the safety of the building structure.
Lintels can be used, but they may cause a certain loss of air volume and sacrifice part of the floor height.
If the floor height itself is not high and you must drill holes, it is best to ask the property manager in advance if it is possible. The hole must be drilled close to the ceiling, the ceiling cannot be too low, and the hole diameter cannot exceed 1/4 of the beam height. Generally, the fresh air supply duct needs to be drilled with at least 80mm holes.
For a ceiling-type fresh air system, you can consider running the pipes along the four sides of the roof, so that there is no need for a suspended ceiling in the center and the feeling of depression is reduced.
④Host and pipeline connection
The main unit and the air duct are connected with a hose. The connection between the air duct and the joint hose needs to be reinforced with a pipe hoop to ensure that it does not fall off or leak. Vibration-proof and noise-reducing measures must be taken at the joints.
⑤Settings of outdoor air inlets and exhaust outlets
The distance between the outdoor air inlet and exhaust outlet should be kept at least 1.5m to prevent freshly discharged dirty air from being sucked in again.
The outdoor air inlet should not be placed together with the exhaust outlet of the gas water heater or the exhaust outlet of the range hood. There should be a minimum distance of 1.5m, otherwise the fresh air will be sucked in with poisonous gas!
⑥Indoor air supply and return air outlet settings
Indoor air outlet design is generally divided into two methods: "top air supply and top return" (top air supply) and "floor air supply and top return" (floor air supply).
Send and return:
The air supply vents and return air vents are both in the ceiling, and air circulation is completed through these two air vents. In this way, the pipes are hidden in the suspended ceiling, there are many openings, and the diameter of the air duct is large. If the lintel is installed, it will have a greater impact on the setting of the suspended ceiling.
It is best to keep a distance of more than 1 meter between the air supply outlet and the return air outlet to prevent the fresh air that has just been sent in from being sucked back in again.
Send top reply:
The air supply vent is at the bottom of the floor or wall, and the return air vent is in the ceiling.
If the suspended ceiling is restricted, you can choose this method. There will be fewer suspended ceilings and no need for too many lintel openings, but the ground will also occupy some floor height and increase installation costs. The pipe must use a flat tube, the thickness of the flat tube is about 3cm.
Although the ground air supply theoretically has better air circulation than the top air supply, the flat tubes of the floor air supply have reinforcement ribs in the middle to increase the load-bearing capacity. If the tube is flat and has a partition in the middle, the wind resistance will be large and the air volume will be reduced. However, the floor air outlet is indeed better to clean.
⑦Debugging and acceptance
Power on, debug and accept, confirm whether the host is running normally, whether the pipe connection seal is normal, whether the air volume is appropriate, whether the noise is loud, etc.
How to maintain the fresh air in the later period?
If the fresh air is not maintained, it is easy to occur: the filter is clogged with dust and the air volume becomes smaller; the concentration of PM2.5 in the outdoor air is getting higher and higher; the noise is getting louder, affecting rest, etc.
Replace or clean the filter regularly. High-efficiency filters cannot be cleaned and can only be replaced. For ordinary filters, you can follow the manufacturer's instructions. Some can be washed and some can be vacuumed, but it is recommended to replace them after cleaning them once or twice.
The filter should be replaced or cleaned at least twice a year. In places with heavy smog such as Beijing and Hebei, to ensure good filtration effect, it must be replaced or cleaned every two to three months.
There is also dust accumulation on the indoor air vents, especially the exhaust vents. Over time, they become dirty and dirty, which affects the appearance and is unhygienic. They also need to be wiped with a damp cloth.
The outdoor air outlet is usually dirtier. If the air outlet happens to be on the first floor, then you can do it together. If it is a high-rise building and involves high-altitude operations, it is better to ask professional maintenance personnel to do it for safety reasons.
Pipes should also be cleaned regularly. During the long-term use of fresh air ducts, some dust will gradually accumulate on the inner walls of the ducts, so they need to be cleaned regularly. The cleaning cycle is generally about 3-5 years.
In order to reduce customers' concerns, some salespeople often explain that "the air in the pipeline is filtered, so the inside of the pipeline will always remain clean." In fact, this is wrong. However, pipe cleaning is troublesome and requires special machines for cleaning.
Recommended essentials for decoration
1. Prefilter
It is used to prevent large particles of impurities such as sediment and rust from entering your water pipes and obtain cleaner tap water. highly recommended!
The pre-filter must be flushed regularly because dirt will slowly accumulate on the filter screen and eventually block the water flow. According to reports from group friends, the filter that had not been flushed for two months had just been removed, and the black water sprayed out in a spectacular way.
2. Lots and lots of sockets
Instead of blindly pursuing a large number, consider what appliances to use and add sockets to prevent situations: the rice cooker and the hot water kettle compete for one socket, the socket in the bedroom is blocked by the bedside table and cannot be used, or you want to lie on the sofa and play with your mobile phone , but the socket is one meter away and the charging cable is not long enough!
3. cupboard drawers
Inside the cabinet, if you can make drawers, don’t make compartments. The compartment requires you to bend down and look inside, but when you pull out the drawer, you can see what you are looking for at a glance.
In addition to drawers, you can also use a pull-out basket for similar reasons, but the pull-out basket has a high space and can hold large bottles of condiments.
4. Quartz countertops
Quartz stone is hard, wear-resistant, pressure-resistant, high-temperature resistant, corrosion-resistant, and has only slight bleeding. It is currently the strongest and most durable countertop material.
Other materials such as natural marble are easy to crack and bleed; wood and artificial boards are not heat-resistant; acrylic is not heat-resistant; stainless steel is good in all aspects, but it is easy to leave scratches, and most people say it is ugly...in short, it is not as good as quartz. Stone is cost-effective.
5. Lamp under the wall cabinet
Kitchen ceiling lights are usually in the middle of the ceiling, and when people are working in the kitchen with their backs to the ceiling lights, their bodies and wall cabinets will cast a shadow. Add a light strip under the wall cabinet to illuminate the operating area, and the dishes will become bright and attractive, making you feel better while cooking.
6. Counter Basin
The water on the kitchen counter goes into the basin, which is super easy to clean. Undercounter basins have high installation requirements. If the installation is reliable, the quartz stone countertop can support the weight of the stainless steel undercounter basin. If you are worried about insufficient support on the countertop, you might as well search for various support frames on Taobao...
▲Use brackets to assist in fixing the sink
7. Beauty seam/porcelain seam
Ordinary seams, especially white seams, may have been stained before the decoration is finished and cannot be wiped clean; while white seams are dirty, just brush them with a small brush and they will be as white as new, and dark seams will be as white as new. It doesn't look dirty at all.
Both beauty seams and porcelain seams are made of resin-based materials and have similar appearances. They are available in many colors including gold, silver, black and white. It’s just that the porcelain seam is made of epoxy resin, which becomes harder and more durable after solidification. As the name suggests, it feels like ceramic to the touch.
8. Good security door, good lock cylinder
Class A is the highest level of security doors currently stipulated by the state, and Class C is the highest level of locks currently stipulated by the state, so please be sure to use Class A security doors and Class C locks.
Also, please note that the anti-theft door only needs to be strong, but not luxurious in appearance. It is easy to be targeted by unscrupulous elements...
9. Broken bridge aluminum windows
Strong, sealed, with excellent thermal insulation, heat insulation and sound insulation properties. "Broken Bridge Aluminum" is essentially an aluminum alloy, but with a nylon insulation strip in the middle.
Broken bridge aluminum windows are very expensive. When a friend heard that it would cost 25,000 yuan to replace the windows in his 90-square-meter house, he looked shocked and despairing...
Here is a reference price for you: mid-to-high-end, good-quality broken bridge aluminum windows are about 1,000 yuan/㎡ (70 profiles, top-grade hardware, measurement, installation, and various auxiliary materials are included).
10. Shoe changing stool
It’s easy to forget to make room for it when designing your entryway. However, putting on and taking off shoes while sitting is really much more comfortable and convenient than standing!
Or combine a shoe cabinet with a shoe changing stool to efficiently utilize every inch of space.
11. Sensor lights in wardrobe
Open the cupboard door, turn on the light, change clothes, and your mood will be different before going out. First roughly determine the location of the wardrobe, reserve wires on the wall during the water and electricity renovation, and then connect the wires to the lights later. If you forget to leave the wire, you can only use the rechargeable battery sensor light.
▲Cut a small hole in the back panel of the wardrobe and put the wires through
12. mirror cabinet
When washing in the bathroom, the most convenient place for human hands to reach is the mirror. It would be a waste not to store commonly used items behind it.
Moreover, the mirror cabinet brings the mirror closer to the person's face, so you can see more clearly when looking in the mirror.
There is also a clever friend who carefully determined the location of the socket in advance and placed it in the mirror cabinet. In this way, charging razors and electric toothbrushes can be hidden in the cabinet. Nothing can be seen when the cabinet door is closed, and the bathroom is refreshing.
13. Smart toilet seat
Clean, hygienic, healthy, not cold in winter, good experience. If there are two bathrooms at home, you can install one in the main bathroom and leave the guest bathroom alone for comparison in daily use.
The smart toilet seat needs to reserve a socket. If you forget it, it will be very troublesome to install this artifact later. The socket is usually next to the toilet, about 30cm above the ground, and as far away from wet areas as possible.
14. gas water heater
The biggest difference between a gas water heater and an electric water heater is that there is no limit to the amount of hot water the gas water heater can use. You can burn as much hot water as you want, and you can turn on the shower as much as you want.
Electric water heaters have limited capacity, and there is only so much water in one tank. Taking a bath is very painful especially in winter. You may run out of hot water halfway through the bath, and you have to lather and wait for the water to heat up again.
Because gas safety is involved, when purchasing a gas water heater, be sure to choose a big brand that can provide reliable installation services.
If the gas pipes and gas meters need to be moved, be sure to call the local gas company and never allow the decoration workers to touch the gas pipes casually.
15. Little Kitchen Treasure
If the water heater is installed in the kitchen, which is far away from the bathroom, then a small kitchen treasure must be installed under the wash basin in the bathroom. It will be very happy to wash your hands and face in winter.
In the same way, small kitchen utensils can be installed under the kitchen sink or laundry pool that are far away from the water heater, greatly reducing the pain of washing dishes and clothes in winter.
Xiaochubao is divided into water storage type and instant heating type. The water storage type is very "huge" and requires enough space in the cabinet. The instant heating type is smaller but consumes a little electricity.
As a reminder, the space under the bathroom sink is usually relatively small, and some may not be able to accommodate small kitchen treasures.
16. Heating
Whether it is electric heating or water heating, whether it is radiator or floor heating, the choice depends on the situation, but it is much more comfortable than blowing hot air from the air conditioner in winter. Friends in the south who do not have central heating must not forget this.
17. smart home
How to play smart home
One of the ways to play is to turn off the lights without getting out of bed
Demand scene: I forgot to turn off the desk lamp on the desk before getting into bed. Climbing out and turning off the light in the middle of winter is torture. In one word, cold!
Solution Smart Socket Cell Phone/Wireless Switch
smart socket
Smart sockets are often used with non-smart appliances, turning them into semi-smart appliances that provide power statistics, timing, and countdown functions.
But, this gadget is actually quite big. If the socket is located behind the furniture, it is likely that the furniture cannot be placed against the wall, because the thickness of the smart socket is the same as that of an ordinary plug...
wireless switch
If you forget to install a certain light switch panel on the bedside during decoration, wireless switches will also be a good remedy; wireless switches can also serve as switches for all electrical appliances in the home.
Through the mobile phone App, you can set three click switch methods: long press, short press, and double click. Therefore, one wireless switch can control multiple electrical appliances. For example, if it is set to double click the switch, all the electrical appliances in the home will be powered off.
Game 2: Get up at night and no longer have to be in the dark
Requirement scene: When I woke up at night, the room was dark, and I accidentally stubbed my toe on the corner of the bed, which was so refreshing.
Solution Body Sensor Gateway
Use the gateway to match the human body sensor and set it up as a night light: the sensor is placed on the ground next to the bedside, and the gateway is plugged into a socket near the ground, so "the light turns on when a person arrives."
The human body sensor is very small and can be placed horizontally, vertically, or stuck on a 2cm diameter surface in any position. You can buy a few more and place them wherever you need at home.
The gateway is like a brain. Basically, all intelligent instructions must pass through it before it can be realized. So, no matter how small it is, it is not only a gateway, but also a night light, a doorbell, an alarm, a light sensor, and a colorful ambient light. , speakers, Internet radio... With the gateway combined with other devices, the possibilities are endless.
Tip 3: Prevent carelessness in the kitchen and bathroom
Demand scene: Soup is simmering in the kitchen and TV series are playing in the living room. What to do, watch the soup or follow the TV series? This is a question. . .
Solutions Smoke Alarm Natural Gas Alarm Gateway
Smoke alarms and natural gas alarms are installed upside down on the ceiling. They can be pasted or drilled. Once the concentration of surrounding smoke or natural gas exceeds the standard, an alarm sound will gradually increase. After connecting to the gateway or air conditioner companion, you can send reminder notifications to the mobile app.
Similar to smoke alarms, there are water immersion sensors, but they cannot sound an alarm by themselves and must be paired with a gateway. When the water level is higher than 0.5mm, the gateway will alarm to reduce losses caused by forgetting to turn off the faucet, burst water pipes, etc.
Game 4: Anti-theft
Demand scenario: I always feel uneasy when my home is unattended, and I am afraid of thieves sneaking in when I sleep deeply at night.
Solution door and window sensor gateway smart camera
Door and window sensors are placed in pairs and attached between the door frame and the door, or between the window frame and the window. When the door or window is pushed open, the two sensors are misaligned, the gateway emits a high-decibel alarm sound and flashes a red alarm light, the smart camera is turned on, and the video is uploaded to the cloud. , and notify the mobile app at the same time.
As for the size of the alarm sound, people who are sleeping deeply will definitely be woken up anyway, and thieves will most likely be scared away. If there are elderly and children at home, please use it as appropriate. In addition, be sure to set a warning period, otherwise it may scare you.
Other ways to use the door and window sensor: stick it on the entrance door, and when someone opens the door to go home, the smart entrance light will light up; stick it on the window, when the window is closed, the smart air purifier will turn on, and when the window is opened, the smart air purifier will turn off.
With door and window sensors and human body sensors, the role of wireless switches has been greatly reduced. In the past, lights could be turned on by pressing the switch, but now people turn on lights when they pass by. Therefore, wireless switches are only entry-level, and sensors are the real... intelligent.
Tip 6: Turn on the air conditioner in advance and let the cool breeze come in
Demand Scenario These days, even the Northeast is popular with SKR people! When I get home from get off work, my home feels like a steamer!
Solution Bluetooth temperature and humidity meter/temperature and humidity sensor human body sensor smart car rearview mirror gateway/air conditioning companion
In summer, when the Bluetooth thermometer and hygrometer detects that the temperature in the home exceeds 30 degrees, and the human body sensor detects that there is someone in the home, the air conditioner is turned on. With the smart car rearview mirror, the position is within 100 meters of the home, and the air conditioner companion is remotely controlled, and the air conditioner is turned on. Once you get home from get off work, you can enjoy the cool environment.
Temperature and humidity sensors and Bluetooth thermohygrometers can both monitor the temperature and humidity at home, but a Bluetooth thermohygrometer with a display is more recommended. Otherwise, you need to open the mobile app every time you want to check the temperature and humidity. Sometimes you will be happy to open your phone, but gradually you will find it too troublesome and give up.
Be careful not to place them in too high or too low a position, otherwise the measured temperature may be different from the body temperature.
The smart car rearview mirror comes with a GPS, which can be set to perform certain operations within 100 meters of a certain range. Children who do not drive can also use mobile phone GPS to achieve the same function. However, according to personal testing, whether it is the rearview mirror or the mobile phone, the GPS geofencing effect is not very good. Often people arrive at the door of the house, and the air conditioner still does not respond. . .
Table of Contents -- A must-see for decoration! The most comprehensive and clear knowledge about decoration and construction
Decoration Tips Series 1: Decoration Preparation and Decoration Process
The first step in renovation: house inspection
Decoration preparation stage
Decoration process
clarification on the start of construction
Main material introduction and installation sequence
Explanation of decoration terms
Decoration Essentials Series 2: Decoration Budget and Quotation
quotation
budget checklist
Renovation suggestions
A Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls
Decoration Tips Series 3: Demolition and renovation of second-hand houses
demolition
Old house renovation
Problems with wall & floor renovation of second-hand houses
Decoration Tips Series 4: Water and Electricity Renovation - Waterway, Circuit, and Switch Layout
waterway
water pipe
circuit
Strong and weak electricity
Switch socket layout
Decoration dry goods series 5: Carpentry - panels, whole house customization, ceiling
Board type
How to choose the board?
Familiar board brands
Whole house customization
Finishes, edges and hardware
Formaldehyde release
carpentry ceiling
Integrated suspended ceiling VS gypsum suspended ceiling
wall-mounted system
Decoration dry goods series 6: Bricklaying - ceramic tiles, floor tiles, beautiful joints
ceramic tile
tiling
thin paste method
Floor tiles on the wall
Beautiful sewing
water proof
Drainage slope
Decoration Tips Series 7: Oil Works - Wall Construction, Latex Paint
wall construction
Wall cracks
Wall leveling
latex paint
Decoration dry goods series 8: kitchen, cabinets, bathroom, toilet, shower room
kitchen
cupboard
sink
Nakajima Design
bathroom
toilet
shower room
floor drain
Decoration dry goods series 9: walls, wallpapers, floors, threshold stones
wall
wallpaper
wall covering
Diatom mud
ground
floor
baseboard
threshold stone
Decoration dry goods series 10: doors, windows, sealed balconies
Security Doors & Smart Locks
wooden door
Sliding doors
invisible door
barn door
Broken bridge aluminum windows
Seal the balcony
interior window
Decoration dry goods series 11: Electrical appliances - water purification, soft water, air conditioning, fresh air, smart home
Water Purifier
Water Softener
Central air conditioning
Fresh air system
Necessary items for decoration
smart home
Decoration dry goods series 12: lamps, lighting design, furniture
lamps
buy a good lamp
Common sense about lamps
lamp design
furniture
bed
TV cabinet
Tatami
Decorative panels
Decoration dry goods series 13: Decoration style, soft furnishing design
Decoration style
Nordic style
modern style
Classical
industrial style
Costume Design
curtain
Mattress
Decoration Essentials Series 14: Storage Layout and Space Utilization
A clutter-free home: How to create a storage layout that suits you
Storage system
Use the space
House renovation