Placement of a dehumidifier

[EZB581]

Would a dehumidifier be more efficient if it was on placed on a shelf off the floor? I'm considering it just to get it out of the way & save floor space.
I'm assuming the most humid air would be heavy & settle along the floor.
So it may be best to leave it on the floor. Thanks!

 

[badmf]

In my experience, keep it on the floor, it will help re-circulate co2 went lites are on and rid the room at plant level first most al your humidity. The humidity doesn't necessarily settle as it is temp driven too.

 

[Guest]

Floor is the best place,and unless you grow in a palace it makes little difference where in the room you place it,I've had it in different areas with identical results

 

[hazeywonder]

I have mine mounted on a shelf at the top of the room. My humidity sensor is at canopy level. I haven't really noticed any difference it still drops the hum, at plant level... I have noticed though, it seems a lot cooler with the heat up top...

 

[MTF-Sandman]

If you've got adequate ventilation in your setup, it really doesn't matter where it's at. I put mine on a shelf so that the runoff will drain into my res and top it off. It's great not having to add water for 2 weeks

 

[EZB581]

I was surprised how much water the unit removes. The container is nearly full after just one night. I will mount it off the floor high anough to drain into a 5gl bucket.