Guide to Choosing a Dehumidifier for Your Office: Criteria for Noise, Aesthetics & Area
14/07/2025
Does your office look modern and professional, yet employees constantly complain about musty odors, sticky paper in the printer, and a stuffy, uncomfortable atmosphere that reduces concentration? The hidden culprit is humidity - a factor that is silently decreasing productivity, affecting employee health, and damaging valuable company assets.
Consulting on choosing a dehumidifier for the office
A dehumidifier is now an essential piece of equipment for the modern office, as important as an air conditioner or a printer. This article will serve as a detailed guide to help office managers and business owners choose the most suitable dehumidifier.
Specific Requirements for Dehumidifiers in an Office Environment
Unlike a factory, an office environment requires a dehumidifier that meets the following strict criteria:
Extremely Low Noise Level: This is the number one priority. A noisy machine will cause distractions and directly impact work efficiency. Models with a low noise level (under 55dBA) and a Sleep Mode are an ideal choice.
Professional & Aesthetic Design: The machine must have a modern design and elegant color scheme that harmonizes with the office interior, contributing to a professional atmosphere rather than looking like a piece of industrial equipment.
Automatic & Convenient Operation: To avoid wasting employees' time, the unit needs an automatic humidity sensor (to turn on/off when the set humidity is reached) and especially a continuous drainage option.
Protecting Health & Assets: The machine helps create a healthy working environment, preventing respiratory illnesses, while also protecting computer systems, servers, important documents, and furniture from damage due to mold.
Analyzing Area & Ceiling Height to Choose the Right Capacity
A dehumidifier's capacity (measured in Liters/Day) must be chosen based on the total air volume (Area x Ceiling Height). An office of 50m² with a 4m high ceiling has a much larger volume of air to treat than an office of the same area with a 2.8m ceiling.
A quick rule of thumb:
Small Office / Meeting Room (< 40m²): Suitable for models with a capacity of 20-25 Liters/Day.
Medium Office (40m² - 80m²): Requires models with a capacity of 50-60 Liters/Day.
Open Space / Large Lobby (> 80m²): Requires models with a capacity of 90-150 Liters/Day or a more integrated solution.
Note: If your office has high ceilings (over 3m) or a multi-level design, you should consider choosing a dehumidifier with a capacity one level higher than what is recommended for the floor area.
The Most Suitable Models for Offices
1. Portable Dehumidifiers (The Flexible Solution)
This is the most common solution for existing offices due to its convenience and lack of installation requirements.
Suitable Models: The Olmas dehumidifier line from DeAir is a top choice, featuring elegant design, low noise, and a variety of capacities.
The Olmas OS-150 dehumidifier has a flexible design with wheels, suitable for large offices
2. Ceiling-Concealed Dehumidifier (The Aesthetic & Professional Solution)
This is the premium solution chosen by architects and investors for Grade A offices, conference rooms, or open spaces that demand professionalism and absolute quiet.
Advantages: Aesthetically perfect as the machine is hidden in the ceiling, ultra-quiet operation, and capable of providing synchronized control for a large area.
Installation timing: Ideally installed during the office construction or renovation phase.
Suitable Models: The DeAir.RE-CL series. These products are made in Vietnam with high-quality components and are ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring quality and durability for the project.
The DeAir.RE-300CL Ceiling Mounted Heat-Pump Dehumidifier is suitable for offices needing continuous dehumidification
Conclusion
Choosing a dehumidifier for an office is a balance between Capacity - Noise Level - Aesthetics - Convenience. Investing in a suitable system is an investment in the health and productivity of your employees and the longevity of company assets.
Don't let humidity reduce your office's productivity and professionalism. Contact DeAir today to receive a consultation from our experts on the most optimal solution for your space and budget.