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Here at Esquire, we believe your living space should be a reflection of who you've worked so hard to become. All it takes are a few upgrades. These are the stylish (and functional) items worth buying to make your house a place you're proud to call home.
Up now: air conditioners for the hottest days of summer.
Best Window AC
LG LW1216ER Window AC (12,000 BTU)
Got a piping hot apartment and a window big enough to fit an AC unit? LG's is the strong and silent type—with 12,000 BTUs, it can cool a 550-sq-ft space, without rattling any eardrums. It also has a timer, an energy saving function, a remote, and an easy-to-clean filter.
$349, amazon.com
Best Budget Window AC
hOmeLabs Window AC (5,000 BTU)
If you need a machine to stir up a little breeze in a small space, go for this hOmeLabs option. It might be simple, but it's mighty enough to cool down 150 square feet so you can sleep soundly through the night.
$156, amazon.com
Best Smart AC
Frigidaire Cool Connect Smart Window AC (10,000 BTU)
This window unit is wi-fi connected, so you can control it from your phone, thus saving energy and money. It'll take the heat out of a 450-sq-ft room in no time.
$379, amazon.com
Best Ductless AC
Pioneer WYS012-17 AC with Ductless Wall Mount (12,000 BTU)
If you don't want a clunky device hogging your window space, spring for Pioneer's ductless unit. One part is installed outside, and it pipes cool air to a sleek inside unit. Installation is more complicated, but it's worth it for the "whisper quiet" fans and subtle indoor decor.
$728, amazon.com
Best Freestanding AC
Costway Portable AC with Dehumidifier (10,000 BTU)
Costway's standing unit cools, dehumidifies, and fans the room without you having to sacrifice your window view. It also has wheels, making it a more flexible option.
$236, amazon.com
Best Standing Fan
Dyson AM07 Air Multiplier Tower Fan
Dyson's blade-less tower fan is a technological marvel with 10 different airflow settings, an oscillating base, and practically no sound. For a fan, it does a damn good job of cooling an entire room.
$389, amazon.com
Best Table Fan
Decobreeze Retro Metal Fan
Sometimes, you don't need state of the art technology. You just need a vintage-style fan (this one comes in multiple colors) to set on a table and switch on.
$65, nordstrom.com
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