What is your ideal room temperature?

8/16/2021 (Permalink)

The ideal room temperature is different for everyone, it is a daily battle to find a happy medium.

How many of you at work fight over the thermostat?? It’s always a battle what should the temperature be. It is a daily battle, someone is either too cold or too hot. People in your office are probably turning the thermostat up and down several times a day! It’s no secret that finding the right temperature is important and not everyone will be pleased. So, what’s your ideal temperature?

It used to be that the ideal temperature was 70-73 degrees was the best temperature. However, new studies show that warmer is better. 77 degrees is where they say it should be.  OSHA's recommendations for workplace air treatment set federal standards for temperature and humidity levels. Regardless of business size, the minimum temperature for indoor workplaces is 68 degrees Fahrenheit and the maximum is 76 degrees Fahrenheit.

There are a few factors to consider when trying to figure out the perfect temperature for your workplace.

1. How many women are in the office?
   1. They say women work more in warmer weather
2. How many windows are in the office?
   1. Large windows will bring more natural sunlight and will make it warmer
3. How tall are the ceilings?
   1. High ceilings create drafts, which will make it feel cooler.
4. Humidity?
   1. Don’t forget to factor in humidity. When it's humid people are more likely to feel tired and sweat more. Although when it’s cooler, it could cause dryness. 40% humidity is what you want year-round.

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