Why does an apartment need a humidifier? Advantages and disadvantages of modern devices

An indicator of 45-55% is considered to be a comfortable level of air humidity for a person and surrounding objects, and it is extremely rare in residential premises. In this case, to unequivocally answer the question whether an air humidifier is needed in the apartment is not easy. Despite the obvious advantages of the functional apparatus, you can not close your eyes to its weaknesses.

If to summarize all the positive and negative points, it is worth noting that additional humidification of the atmosphere in the room is necessary. But you just need to approach the process thoroughly and with all responsibility. It is important to understand how to choose the best option for the device or to properly use the tools at hand.

The harmful effects of insufficient humidity in the room

Numerous tests and experiments made it possible to understand what will happen to the body of an adult if the humidity level in the apartment drops below 30%. At the same time, the strength of the negative impact on a small child in comparison with these data will increase significantly.

Steam humidifier

• The mucous membranes of the eyes, nasopharynx and bronchi begin to dry out. This will manifest itself in the form of redness of the eyes, cracking of the lips, the appearance of ulcers on the mucous membranes. There will be a feeling that sand was poured under the eyelids, dry crusts will form in the nose, the throat will start to tickle, it will be harder to breathe.
• Immunity will decrease markedly, diseases will often manifest.
• The condition of hair, skin and nails will worsen.
• Chronic fatigue and migraines will appear.
• If you do not use at least wet cleaning as a humidifier, the air will fill with dust, and this is a very strong allergen.
• Even furniture, books, plants, equipment and flooring with insufficient moisture content become unusable.

An atmosphere with a humidity index below 20% is considered unsuitable for life, because even in the Sahara it is at least 25%.

What to consider when choosing a device

Before you choose and purchase an industrial air humidifier or start using improvised products, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of their application. Some people introduce these devices into their lives, not quite understanding why they are needed, how, when and why to use them. As a result, they receive negative reviews that confuse other consumers.

• Humidifier is used at very high temperatures. The result is a sauna effect, and apartment residents only suffer from a climate similar in characteristics to the Amazon jungle. Usually this happens in families with young children, where parents try their best to warm the baby, not realizing that he does not need it. Comfort temperature is 20-23ºС. When purchasing a humidifier, it is recommended to take care of the thermometer.
• After installing the device, the residents of the apartment began to hurt, especially the children. Everything needs control! High air humidity is indeed a catalyst for the active reproduction of microorganisms, but only if these indicators are higher than normal. This can be monitored separately or simply select a device with a hydrometer or special sensors.
• Polished furniture, mirrors, glass and a TV screen are covered with a whitish coating. This is really possible, but only if you choose an ultrasonic humidifier and fill it with not distilled, but ordinary water full of mineral salts.Steam air purifiers emit pure steam into the atmosphere, so in this case such control of the liquid is not needed.

Tip: Do not believe the reviews of those who have tried the humidifier and encountered one of these problems. These are indicators of improper use of the device. To choose the best device, it is better to ask for opinions with links to specific technical specifications, device features and recommendations for its convenient use.

Ultrasonic humidifier

Home-made and modern humidifiers - types and features

Today, in any large store of household appliances, you can look after and choose a suitable humidifier. At the same time, a smart device will not only ensure the fulfillment of a given goal, but also additionally clean the air, ionize it and perform other useful actions.

• Standard steam cleaner. The simplest option, which is characterized by high rates of moisture, does not emit harmful impurities into the atmosphere. Among the shortcomings, it is worth highlighting a high rate of power consumption and such a side effect as heating the air (you do not use it in summer)
• The ultrasonic device. It is almost noiseless, copes with atmospheric humidification even in large rooms, emits a temperature slightly higher than environmental indicators. Before choosing such a humidifier, you need to evaluate the additional costs. It will have to be refilled with distilled water, you can still install a special filter. The liquid will have to be added quite often. In this case, a built-in or separate hydrostat is required, otherwise the air can be very saturated with moisture.
• Sink for air of cold evaporation. It consumes a minimum amount of electricity, does not allow overmoistening of the atmosphere, ordinary ordinary tap water is enough to start up. Simultaneously with humidification, air space is cleaned. With all this, the humidifier is large in size and high cost. To maintain the operation of the device, it is necessary to regularly change the water and clean a special coating.

Some people do not understand why to buy not the cheapest unit, if you can do it with improvised means:

1. Aquarium. Universal humidifier, the functionality of which depends on the volume of the container. Water simply evaporates during the day, moisturizing the air. If you enable the aeration function, then the rate of evaporation of moisture can be increased.
2. Home fountain. Not even the largest unit will cope well with humidification and at the same time decorate the room. It is best to fill such devices with filtered water.
3. Houseplants. Even one green pet (fern, monstera, hibiscus and others) will improve the air condition in the room. And if it is a whole green wall, then additional devices will be frankly superfluous.
4. Spraying liquid using a spray gun. It is necessary to process not only “air”, but also curtains, walls, furniture.
5. Homemade designs. Craftsmen have come up with many options for high-quality moisturizers that can not only saturate the atmosphere with moisture, but also fill it with a pleasant aroma. It can be a regular basin of water (with the addition of essential oil), placed near the battery. The edge of the towel is lowered into it, which is laid out on the dish.

The presence of a humidifier significantly facilitates the breathing process, positively affects the state and mood, improves immunity. You just need to decide on your needs and choose the right unit.