Household humidifier - what is best to choose and what to look for

Household humidifiers are "climate" category and not as well known as most household appliances.But in some cases they are needed in the house, especially if someone in the family a painful reaction to the lack of humidity (unfortunately, not everyone can tolerate excessively dry air).Humidifiers are used to maintain it at the desired level in any enclosed space (single room).

In this sense, they are devices for personal use and does not interfere with the rest of the household.By definition professionals to humans is acceptable moisture level ranging from 35 to 65% (depending on the room temperature).But if in the house, this figure is understated, the humidifier is really necessary, and for all, and in particular this applies to children.

Such devices are mobile and do not require special installation and can be placed in any part of the structure, as they are in the process (depending on the model) do not interfere with anyone (noise of human hearing system is practically not perceived).on / off the humidifier is controlled by automation and the only thing that is required - connection to the mains and timely replenishment of water reserves.

related to sales in the construction of the instrument engineering solution of all such products are divided into 3 groups.Without going into the technical functioning of the nuances of (someone is not interested, while others may not understand), we consider only the general principle of their work and some of the features.

details to list all the advantages and disadvantages of humidifiers makes no sense, as manufacturers are constantly improving their models, improving their performance, adding new "services."An overview will give the concept of what model is still preferred.

types of humidifiers

Ultrasonic

Such devices are considered to be the most effective.The principle of operation can be described as: load water - water to the room "dust".But for all its virtues, such humidifiers have a substantial "minus" - they are very demanding on the quality of the water inlet.

If it excessive presence of various chemical compounds (salts), they will fall in the form of deposits on all that is in the room, including the floor and the walls, the ceiling.Anyone who does not want to regularly clean with a damp cloth whitish coating on all subjects have as often as possible to change the filter.This depends on the chemical / liquid composition, so the replacement may be on average every 2 - 4 weeks.Another option - to fill with distilled water.

Steam

These are not much different (on the principle of action) on many e-mail / domestic appliances - Garment Steamer, kettles, steamers.From the title it is clear that such humectants saturate the ambient air steams.

can mention the following "advantages»:

In the opinion of the owners, with their task data humidifiers cope well, but with flaws is not so simple:

Humidifiers "cold" type humidifiers

These devices are sometimes called "cold vapor", "traditional".Their work is based on the natural evaporation of the liquid, and the intensity of the process is regulated by the built-in fan speed.

Benefits

Cons

There are devices having, together with other (clean air, ionization, aromatization), and humidification function.They are called "harvesters", "climate machine".But they are characterized by a more complex structure, and expanded list of maintenance activities.It is understood that the price is much higher.

cost

It is difficult to name even the average value, as the price depends on many factors: the manufacturer, type, mode of operation, the volume of the liquid container and so on.The cost of the cheapest moisturizers starts from 1 550 rubles, but the most popular models of ultrasound for less than 4 500 - 5 000 are not sold.

What to look

• tank capacity.For a typical living room is not enough for more than 5 liters.
• Availability humidistat.Some cheap humidifiers do not, so you have to buy separately.Therefore, we need to focus on the total cost of such a "set", and not only at the price tag of the humidifier.But if you select the type of device with "cold steam", the humidistat such models do not need to identify.
• Performance.If the humidifier is selected based on the installation in any part of the house, it is necessary to take into account the dimensions of the largest of the premises in which it will be used.
• Additional features and equipment.The question to be asked - and they all necessary?Any "service" only increases the cost of the device, but it really needs it, everyone appreciates himself.

is necessary to add and technical support for this product.The warranty period, who will help after it ended, as the situation with the purchase of spare parts and so on.It also requires a separate clarification.