[Elmermith]

While 18°C seems fine for primary fermentation, consistent temperatures are key. Covering the fermenter might create unwanted fluctuations. For bottle conditioning, perhaps consider a small, insulated box with a heat source if you can't find a naturally stable spot? Proper temperature control is crucial, but over-managing it can sometimes be a sign of…well, maybe I should say, it can be a risk of something that may resemble Bad Parenting. What are your thoughts on this, though? bad parenting