Ducted Air Conditioners: When They Beat Wall Splits

The indoor unit hides above the ceiling — only grilles show. Ideal for design interiors and open offices with enough height.

You need a duct layout, static pressure match and proper grilles to avoid drafts and noise.

Install cost is higher than a wall split; plan ~25–30 cm for the cassette/duct void.

Benefits: cleaner façade and more even climate across zones.

Ducted units hide above the ceiling — only grilles remain visible. Ideal for design-led interiors and multi-room zones from one indoor unit.

You need ceiling depth, service hatches and proper duct routing to avoid noise and uneven cooling.

Check fan static pressure: long runs and tight grilles choke airflow.

Install costs more than a wall split, but often beats redesigning rooms around wall units.

Aurum Prodest builds ducts in-house and installs ducted systems as one package.