Air Conditioner Covers
Air conditioner covers aren’t made to hide your air conditioner from others sight, neither to make people guess what’s that box for. Actually nobody is confused in determining what is under the air conditioner cover. Everybody knows that air conditioner covers are required to prevent air conditioners from negative effects. However, what is the exact function of these covers?
Air conditioners hate to be exposed to cold drafts, condensation, extreme heat or dew; small insects and dust can also harm air conditioners, therefore they need protection. Air conditioner covers are simple means to prevent all abovementioned risks.
Types of covers
Dust covers are washable, as they are made of plastics, vinyl, Dacron or terylene. Such covers are fastened by Velcro fasteners or plastic zippers. They cover the whole air conditioner; still the button controls and the duct remain uncovered. You can find a great many dust covers up market today. They are sold in different colors and sizes; however the standard size is the most common. Having taken specifications from the company that placed the order, some manufacturers provide Custom Covers.
Weatherizing covers are more complex ones, and inevitably more expensive. They are made of polyurethane, plastics or metals. These covers are very reliable and effective; they prevent even the smallest negative impact, as they are designed to cover air conditioners tightly. Most weatherizing covers have direct attachments with the back and front faces, but some covers are attached by duct tape, mess or caulk. More complicated covers are capable of reducing noise and vibration air conditioners create.
Portable air conditioner covers envelop portable air conditioners completely. These covers are made of synthetic materials, such as plastics. They use zippers to prevent any exposure that can result badly for your air conditioner. Portable air conditioner covers are offered in different sizes and colors.
An air conditioner cover isn’t supposed to be dull and boring. First they can be of different colors. Second there are aesthetic air conditioner covers that fit to the comfortable atmosphere of your living room. These covers not only protect your air conditioner, they are interesting design object that is sure to impress your guests.
Regarding prices, well, it depends. The simplest Dust covers are sold at price of $20. But those of more detailed design (Custom Covers or Weatherizing Covers) are likely to be much more expensive.