Cold wall effect

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Cold Wall Effect

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even if the room temperature is a comfortable 72°F, a cold wall can draw heat from your body, making you feel uncomfortable
room temperature 72°F
heat flow
cold, uninsulated wall

Generated explanation

The illustration shows a person seated at a desk beside a cold, uninsulated wall. The room temperature is identified as 72°F. Red wavy arrows indicate heat flow from the person's body toward the cold wall. The diagram explains how radiant heat loss to a cold wall can make an occupant uncomfortable even when the room air temperature is otherwise comfortable.

Components

uninsulated wall floor

Defects shown

Lack of wall insulation Cold interior wall surface causing occupant discomfort