With a constant stay in a room with dry air, the mucous membranes, which should always be moistened, become thinner, their protective functions decrease, they more easily pass bacteria and viruses. The mucous membranes of the eyes and nose are mainly affected - both of them can be excellent gateways for infections.

What instead of a humidifier

Salt solution will help maintain a normal level of moisture in the nasal mucosa. If you experience discomfort, you can buy a pharmacy "flush" - a spray or drops for 300-500 rubles, this is convenient, but expensive. To save money, you can prepare a saline solution yourself: buy sea salt at a pharmacy, dilute it with purified water and use even a pipette or a cotton swab to moisten the nasal mucosa. Fuss is not as much as it seems, but there will definitely be benefits.

There is always more dust in dry air than in humid air.

Dust particles sink down and settle on the surface under the influence of gravity, that is, they must be lighter than air. The higher the level of air humidity, the more the dust absorbs moisture and the faster it settles on surfaces, from where it is easier to remove than from the air. Dust in the air is a direct way to provoke an asthmatic attack or bronchospasm in allergy sufferers and asthmatics. And also for those who for the time being they are not.

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What instead of a humidifier

It is believed that vacuum cleaners with aquafiltration work as humidifiers, releasing purified humidified air outside. How additional remedy this works, but the effect of such moisturizing is limited to the time of cleaning and a short time after it.

Eyes suffer

The mucous membranes of the eyes have already been mentioned, but for them there is a double danger. The skin around the eyes is extremely thin and always dry, as there are practically no sweat and sebaceous glands in it. That is why it ages earlier than the whole face, and special care products are being developed for this zone. The already small amount of moisture in dry air evaporates from the skin very quickly, and the eyelids suffer more than the rest of the face.

In combination with working at a computer, watching TV shows and movies, dehydrated mucous membranes of the eyes and skin of the eyelids give great chances for the development of various kinds of inflammation -.

What instead of a humidifier

You can, of course, drip all kinds of saline solutions that mimic tear fluid, now there are a lot of them in pharmacies. But it is better to constantly be in a zone of comfortable humidity.

Sleep gets worse

The heron withered, the heron dried up, the heron catastrophically did not get enough sleep - the finale is known. Comfort is very important, and we spend a third of our lives sleeping. A humidifier is often bought in the nursery so that the baby sleeps well.

But don't forget about yourself either. A lot depends on the quality of sleep, first of all, working capacity and mood. Using a humidifier - especially with an ionizer (a generator of negatively charged particles that can hold moisture) - improves sleep quality.

What instead of a humidifier

At least wet cleaning before going to bed. No forces? Then a humidifier.

Deterioration of the skin, nails and hair

In summer they are spoiled by the sun, in winter - by heating: moisture from the surfaces of the skin, nails, hair simply evaporates, and internal resources to restore balance and normal state covers are not always enough. The recommendation to drink more water is universal and correct, but drinking plenty of water will not stop the process of evaporation of liquid in warm and very dry air.

What instead of a humidifier

No one has canceled moisturizing and nourishing cosmetic and medical-cosmetic products. But it will be a struggle with symptoms, giving a temporary effect. Moisturizer in combination with care gives an optimal effect.

Bad not only for you, but also for flowers

If you love cacti, you can skip this step. But everyone else houseplants in dry air they suffer a lot, do not bloom, grow worse, which means that they cope worse with their functions as oxygen suppliers in the home. The math is simple: worse conditions - less greenery, less area of ​​leaves and shoots. Less green means less oxygen.

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What instead of a humidifier

Watering and spraying - yes, of course. But with the right level of humidity constantly maintained, the plants feel better.

Can a humidifier hurt?

According to SanPin "Sanitary and hygienic requirements for air-thermal conditions in children's educational institutions", the relative humidity of the air there should be 40-60%. These norms, developed with the participation of doctors, can be taken as a guideline for the "weather in the house."

If you use a steam or ultrasonic humidifier, which can quickly increase the humidity level, you need to control it: a figure above 60% should make you wary. In such an atmosphere it will be stuffy.

If the humidity level is constantly exceeded, there is a risk of development in a humid environment (after all, not only the air is humidified, but also furniture, carpets, curtains, floors, walls) of pathogens, such as fungi.

Do you need a hygrometer?

In a steam or ultrasonic humidifier, a hygrometer and an auto-shutdown function of the device are required when the desired humidity is reached. Humidifiers with natural way humidifiers do not need this function, because they “do not know how” to go beyond the norm.

To accurately determine the level of humidity in a room, it is best to use a separate hygrometer rather than a built-in humidifier.

It may seem that a humidifier is a completely useless device for the home. And few people think about the effect that air humidity has on our comfort and well-being. After all, a too dry climate complicates the penetration of oxygen into the body, causes dryness of the mucous membranes, brittle hair and nails, general fatigue and lethargy of the body, and accelerates skin aging. Inconspicuous at first glance, the work of a humidifier has a positive effect on our health.

Why is dry air dangerous?

In order for a person to feel comfortable in the house, the humidity of the air should be in the range of 40-60%. However, in winter time year, its level, as a rule, does not exceed 25-30%. This is due to the fact that heating devices and heating radiators dry out the air. A working TV, gas stove, air conditioner and other household appliances also reduce the moisture content in the air.

When the humidity of the air inhaled by a person drops below normal, the body begins to lose moisture. Even a healthy adult with insufficient humidity can feel headache, dryness in the nasopharynx, decreased concentration and performance. In too dry air, dust circulates more actively, often causing allergy attacks in households.

A climate with low humidity is especially harmful for young children: it dries out the skin and mucous membranes, reducing their protective properties, making breathing difficult and creating discomfort for the baby. In addition, kidney function may deteriorate, and dysbacteriosis may occur.

Unfortunately, neither aquariums, nor fountains, nor an open window are able to provide the necessary influx of moist air, which will raise the water content in the home environment to the required level.

Only a special device, a humidifier, can save the situation and create optimal climatic conditions for a person.

Benefits of a humidifier

The work of an air humidifier has a positive effect on the health of households: children and adults stop getting sick often and for a long time, the skin becomes soft, silky and elastic, and it is less subject to aging. In humidified circulating air, viral activity decreases, therefore, the likelihood of catching acute respiratory infections and acute respiratory viral infections decreases.

Normal humidity also favorably affects indoor plants. Most often they come from the tropics and therefore do not tolerate arid climates very well. With a comfortable amount of moisture in the air, plants develop more intensively, do not turn yellow and bloom more profusely.

The optimal level of humidity is favorable for wooden and paper things in our house. Then furniture, parquet, books, documents, photographs, paintings and frames, musical instruments do not dry out, do not crack and do not collapse prematurely.

How to choose a humidifier

To make sure you need to buy a humidifier, it is worth measuring the humidity level in the room. To do this, there is a special device - a hygrometer. It can be purchased separately and is often included with the humidifier. If the humidity level in the room is much lower than ideal, then a humidifier will become a must-have appliance in the house.

Humidifiers, depending on the principle of operation, are divided into three types: traditional, steam and ultrasonic. In addition, they differ in the presence of additional functions, for example, an ionizer, a remote control remote control, display and various sensors.

Types of Humidifiers

Traditional (or cold) humidifier- the cheapest option, perfect for children's rooms. Water is poured into a special container of the device, which is supplied to the evaporation elements. With the help of the built-in fan, the air from the room is drawn into the device, driven through the evaporator and returned already humidified. Passing through the device, the air is not only saturated with moisture, but also cleaned of dust, dirt and microparticles. Therefore, it is better to place the device in places with the greatest air circulation and close to heat sources.

Humidifiers of this type operate almost silently, have low power and productivity, consume electricity economically and are relatively inexpensive. Achieving and maintaining the required level of humidity in the room does not occur under the control of a hygrostat, but automatically: the drier the air passes through the device, the more intense the humidification is, and when the 60% mark is reached, the process practically stops.

In a steam humidifier two electrodes heat water and bring it to a boil. Moisture is supplied to the room in the form of hot steam. The device works as long as there is water in it: the liquid closes electrical circuit, through which the current flows, heats up and evaporates. When the water is completely boiled away, the circuit opens and the device stops working automatically.

Humidifiers of this type can be used both as flavors and as inhalers - you just need to add aroma oils or a decoction of herbs to the water.

Steam humidifiers have greater performance and power and, as a result, higher electricity consumption. It is important that the device has a built-in hygrostat so that it can turn itself off when the set humidity value is reached. Since hot steam comes out of the appliance, it should not be placed near furniture or places where people are located.

Ultrasonic Humidifiers- the most popular, modern and effective today. A piezoelectric element immersed in water converts electrical vibrations into mechanical vibration and produces fine mist. Dry air from the room with the help of a built-in fan passes through the water cloud, is saturated with moisture and returned back in the form of fog. Its temperature does not exceed 35°C, so the device is safe for use in children's rooms. Such a humidifier operates silently, has low power and electricity consumption, but at the same time high performance.

The appliance requires a built-in hygrostat to accurately control the humidity level in the room and automatically switch off. The use of purified or distilled water is recommended. As the pre-filters become clogged and worn out, a white coating may appear on the furniture from the impurities contained in the evaporated moisture. Therefore, the filter must be changed once every two months.

Manufacturers recommend completely draining the water from the disconnected device and wiping it dry so as not to provoke the growth of bacteria and the appearance of an unpleasant odor. The air humidifier must be placed at least one meter away from electrical appliances.

Features of models and additional functions

The cost of each type of humidifier ranges on average from 2,000 to 14,000 rubles and very much depends on the characteristics and additional functions of a particular model.

Different humidifiers are designed for different areas served, so you should choose a model based on the size of the rooms in the house. In any case, it will not be possible to process the entire apartment at once - you will have to move the device from room to room.

Power consumption affects device performance and power consumption. We'll have to find a middle ground between efficiency and economy.

The noise level varies from 5 to 70 dB and depends on the design of the device and the fan speed. For the bedroom and children's room, it is better to choose a device with the lowest noise level.

The volume of the water tank indicates how long the device can work until the water runs out completely. As a rule, a five-liter capacity is enough to continuously work all night. The operating time from a full tank is determined by the value of water consumption per day and is 8 to 12 liters.

The value of the maximum air exchange means how much air the humidifier can pass through itself per hour. When choosing a model, you need to calculate that the entire volume of air in the room passes through the filter at least twice per hour.

When choosing a model, you need to calculate that the entire volume of air in the room passes through the filter at least twice per hour.

The presence of a hygrostat and the function of maintaining humidity at a given level allows you not to over-moisten the air in the room and avoid dampness. The operation of the device can also be controlled by a timer by setting required time work.

The humidifier can be equipped with filters of various degrees of purification. The preliminary filter carries out mechanical rough cleaning of large impurity. HEPA fine filters consist of a porous glass fiber material and are capable of retaining particles as small as 0.3 microns or larger. Electrostatic filters remove fine dust particles down to 0.01 microns from the air, retaining them with the help of an electrostatic field. Photocatalytic filters are today considered the best, latest and most durable. Under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, they subject toxic impurities to decomposition and oxidation.

Ionization is another option for air purification. The sprayed water is preliminarily saturated with negatively charged ions, the smallest dust particles contained in it stick together and settle.

It is worth paying attention to the instructions regarding the poured water. Many humidifiers require the use of purified or distilled water, but there are some that work just fine with regular tap water.

Normal air humidity is a factor that affects human health. It prevents the development of many diseases. If the humidity in the apartment is less than 55%, then a humidifier is needed.

A humidifier is a device that saturates the air with moisture. It can be used at home and at work. His work will not distract you. There are several types of devices.

cold type or traditional

This is a tank device. Distilled water is poured into the tank. From it, the liquid gradually flows into a tray with removable cartridges.

Air is sucked in by the fan and falls on wet cartridges. Dust remains on them and clean and moist air comes out.

Steam

It got its name from the fact that it emits hot steam, like a kettle. His can be filled with any water. It will not affect work.

Ultrasonic

The most advanced devices from the group of humidifiers. They have high power and small size. Humidifies large rooms in a short amount of time.

They work quietly. The principle of their work is to convert electricity due to ultrasound into vibration, which forms steam. It comes out and humidifies the air.

Contraindicated for those who will not clean it regularly. In the humidifier, due to poor-quality water and untimely cleaning, microbes will develop at a high rate. During evaporation, they enter the room. The room is covered with a whitish coating, where conditions are created for mold and other harmful bacteria. To avoid these problems, use distilled water and flush the humidifier.

Air wash

This device has a built-in fan. Distilled water is poured into it, which wets the small drums.

During operation, air passes through the wet drums, is moistened, cleaned and returned to the room. She is works silently, consumes little electricity. Expensive.

The benefits and harms of the device

Evidence of why you need a humidifier in the apartment, and what advantages it has:

• It saturates the air with moisture, making it more useful and comfortable for a person. Breathing becomes easier, the skin is less flaky and looks healthy.
• It is beneficial for newborns, because their mucous membrane is very tender and dries quickly. Because of this, they form crusts in the nose, which prevent free breathing.
• Dry air harms a person by dehydrating the body. The blood gradually thickens, worse circulating through the vessels. Frequent headaches, poor health begin.
• Beneficial for asthmatics and those who suffer from diseases of the cardiovascular system.
• Parents will need a humidifier if their children often suffer from bronchitis or sinusitis. Children's overdried mucous membrane is a favorable environment for the development of harmful bacteria.
• Reduces the amount of dust in the room, which is especially useful for pregnant women. Its excess leads to allergies or infectious diseases.
• Air that is too dry causes dermatitis or rashes in infants. As soon as the humidity increases, all the problems in the child disappear.
• Lack of moisture reduces the process of working capacity, harms normal sleep, causes redness of the eyes.
• Humidification is useful for plants, furniture, parquet, because it shrinks and deforms less.

Among all the advantages of the analyzed household device, it also has disadvantages:

• The steam humidifier may cause burns if not handled carefully because the steam emitted is very hot.
• The continuous operation of the steam appliance significantly increases the temperature in the room, which makes it stuffy and hot.
• A cold humidifier needs to be cleaned inside. If this is not done, then over time dust will accumulate in it, harmful microbes will develop. During operation, they will be released along with the steam.
• The paper filter of ultrasonic instruments requires regular replacement every three months.
• Humidifiers consume a large amount of electricity, they need to be filled with purified water.
• A quality device will cost a lot of money. Then it will last a long time and will work without interruption.

When choosing a humidifier for home, you need to pay attention to the opinion of doctors.

The opinions of doctors about the benefits and harms of a humidifier are as follows:

• too high humidity (more than 80%) can cause angina, which affects adults and children;
• humidity indicator for a child 50-70%;
• humidity index for adults 45-60%;

Steam humidifiers are widely used in medicine. They install nozzles for inhalation and treat them with patients with respiratory diseases.

According to doctors, the use of the device in question is useful in winter and summer, when air conditioners are turned on. They dry up the air.

When the device is needed

There are several important reasons why you should use the device at any time of the year.

Reasons for use:

• Too dry air in winter due to the operation of batteries, heaters.
• If after dinner there is always a lot of sunlight in the apartment, it provokes heat and drying of the air.
• Constantly large accumulation of dust associated with the location of the house near the road or industrial facility.
• Too high outside temperature in summer and low in winter leads to a natural decrease in humidity.
• When the humidity level in the room is less than 40%.
• The reviews mention that the humidifier significantly increases immunity, improves the general condition.

Where apply

The main purpose of a humidifier is to saturate the air masses with moisture. This should be done to avoid dizziness, loss of strength, infectious diseases, allergies. Humidity of at least 55% is needed for both humans and plants that grow indoors.

Devices also trap dust, harmful microparticles. They are needed in cities where the air is more polluted from exhaust gases and factories.

With a humidifier, you will improve your health, increase immunity. It is better to fill the device with distilled water. It will increase the duration of work and will benefit the body. Clean regularly to avoid the spread of bacteria.

Today, the humidifier has become a familiar device that can be found in almost any apartment or country house. Consider why it is needed, the scope of its application, as well as those cases when the presence of this equipment in the house is simply necessary.

To begin with, it is worth deciding on the terminology. A humidifier is a device used to increase moisture content in the air, which decreases due to several possible reasons:

1. The use of additional heating devices - convectors, thermal fans, etc., which very much "dry" the air in the room, literally burning oxygen.
2. Improper organization of air flows in a residential area (apartment, house). This happens due to improper design, incorrect location of windows and doors. In this case, the humidifier must be at least in the bedroom and rooms where the owner spends a lot of time.
3. The "sunny" side of the windows, because of which the apartment can always be hot and unnecessarily dry.
4. Extremely high and low temperatures, when the level of moisture in the air decreases for natural reasons (summer and winter).

It should be mentioned that there is a kind humidity level coefficient, which is necessary for a comfortable life and ensuring an optimal level of operation for equipment:

1. For humans, it ranges from 40 to 75%. This information comes from a lot of research. The calculation was based on the “comfort zone”, when breathing is even, and a person does not have to apply additional efforts to take a breath (unconscious breathing). By the way, in the desert, the humidity is about 30%, and breathing becomes difficult, it attracts attention, while in some apartments, during the heating season, with completely clogged windows, the humidity can reach up to 25%.
2. In the case of plants, the coefficient is not lower than 50%. For normal growth, most domestic flowers require high humidity, which mimics the natural conditions of their original habitat.
3. Books and antiques - from 40%.
4. Furniture - from 35%.
5. Electrical appliances (including large Appliances and complex devices based on microchips and motherboards) – from 45 to 65%.

This table is very conditional and depends on many factors and performance characteristics.

The context for the desired level of humidity may vary depending on the circumstances in which the person or object is located.

Main Applications

To the question of why you need a humidifier in the apartment, you can easily answer the following:

• First, for reasons taking care of your health. Dry air is not good for human body, besides, not all indoor plants are able to maintain their existence in an "arid climate", they need moisture, not only in the form of constant watering, but also in the form of the necessary moisture content in the air of a closed room. The human body needs moisture just as much. In conditions of low humidity (below 40%), people may experience weakness, discomfort, lack of strength, dizziness, and a whole range of symptoms that can be mistakenly attributed to diseases. In fact, it is worth bringing the humidity level to the comfort zone, and some of the problems can be eliminated.
• Secondly, humidifiers are needed for ionization (it is better if the device has such a function) and cleaning the room from dust and microscopic dirt. Dirt and dust settle in the existing filters, which, after washing or replacing, are ready for use again. This is a very important factor that makes the device useful, and in some cases (poor environmental conditions of the area in which the house is located) completely irreplaceable. In addition, the humidification function has a positive effect not only on health, but also on the entire microclimate of the apartment (flowers), and ionizers saturate oxygen with negatively charged particles.
• Thirdly, humidifiers are needed for those who experience various kinds of problems with the respiratory system and for a comfortable life they need to maintain a certain level of humidity. Special mention deserves the function of inhalation, which is present in the humidifier. It is often used in hospitals and clinics.

Practical benefits

Some users are wondering if a humidifier is really needed. Theoretically, it is always necessary, in almost any dwelling, since the level of humidity is rarely able to independently be maintained at the proper level. This is facilitated by constant climate change, a sharp drop in temperature and humidity, magnetic storms and many other natural aspects.

If a person realized that this device is still necessary for him for everyday use, it remains to answer one more question, namely, why do you need a humidifier at home? In addition to the advantages listed above, one can also note keeping some things which require a certain constant level of air humidity for long-term storage. It is no secret that rare silks and clothes made from certain types of fabrics do not like a dry climate, the structure of the fibers of the fabric is such that without the necessary moisture, they simply begin to dry out.

A few words about the dangers of low humidity levels and the benefits of humidifiers:

1. Books and magazines, as well as collectible stamps and coins, must be stored in a specially humidified room. Antique metals and paper are extremely sensitive to arid climates. However, it is important to observe the measure here.
2. Furniture, especially wood and chipboard, is also not very well preserved in low humidity. Wood (even its most durable varieties) begin to dry out, cracks may appear on the surface of objects.
3. Do not forget that an arid climate (less than 30% moisture in the room) is a source of harmful diseases, since in dry conditions the dust becomes light ("volatile") and is not in a bound state, but swirls around the room. With proper moisture, dust particles swell and settle on the surface of objects, from where they can be easily cleaned off. And a significant part of them gets into the purifier itself and remains on the filter. Thus, the climate inside the house becomes cleaner and safer.
4. Dust tends to get inside the equipment, especially in places where static electricity accumulates. A thick layer of dust can lead to breakage, so it is recommended to clean the devices from dust from time to time. Although the use of humidifiers does not completely solve this problem, it helps to significantly reduce the level of “dustiness” in the room, and ionization “disperses” dust, further improving the microclimate of an apartment or house.
5. Dry skin can often be associated with low humidity in a house or apartment. And this is another argument in favor of why a humidifier is still needed. Sometimes it is enough to start using the device to make sure that daily use of body and hand creams is not necessary at all. The skin is not the only thing that can be exposed negative impact. Due to lack of moisture, all mucous membranes, eyes, nose, and even throat suffer. Constant dry mouth is not always synonymous with thirst, it can be in an excessively dry climate. Watery eyes - pretty common problem, especially it is familiar to those who suffer from allergic diseases. For such people, a humidifier is simply vital, because “dry” dust carries the main allergens (pollen of flowering plants, wool, etc.).

As you can see, the wide scope practical application humidifier at home, speaks of its versatility and usefulness.

Conclusion

Humidifier - what is it for and why is it needed? As practice shows - to ensure a constant level of humidity in the house, as close as possible to the ideal. Additional features include air purification from harmful dust and saturation of oxygen with negatively charged ions. As a result, there is a decrease in the negative factor affecting health. The risk of allergic reactions, bronchial and asthmatic complications decreases due to air purification and saturation. Humidifiers are a useful and affordable device.

Today, air humidifiers are gaining more and more popularity. They are such household devices that make it possible for a long time to maintain the required level of humidity within the premises. About what a humidifier is, what is their purpose and how it works, we will tell in this article.

Appointment of air humidifiers

Such devices are used in cases where there is an insufficient level of air humidity within the premises. This, in turn, is often among the common causes of a large number of different diseases. This is explained by the fact that a reduced indicator of air humidity in an apartment or office in most cases increases the perception of the human body to various infections, as well as various respiratory diseases.

Such problems quite often entail peeling of the skin of the hands and face of a person who is constantly in it. This problem is especially relevant in the winter period, since it is on such days that the humidity within a room or office is much lower than the normal level. All of the above problems can be solved by using a humidifier.

It is worth noting that the lack of humidity harms not only people. Plants also perceive this negatively, including, of course, indoor flowers, they always need favorable conditions. There is a part of the plants that are distinguished by a special love for moisture, which will require daily spraying, they will also need to be placed near water vessels or covered with moistened gauze. Agree, this is a very troublesome exercise, and the effectiveness can be called into question. For these purposes, devices that humidify the air are also suitable.

The principle of operation of the air humidifier is based on processes during which natural evaporation processes are performed. This is how most of these devices work. The technology involves the supply of evaporated moisture into the space of the room. There are also such varieties of such a device that provide for the forced evaporation of moisture.

What are the varieties?

There are four main types of humidifiers in use today. These include the following categories:

1. Classic humidifiers. They are also called cold vapor humidifiers;
2. Steam type devices;
3. Recently, ultrasonic models have become more and more widespread;
4. The so-called "air washers", which are presented in the form of humidifiers-cleaners of air masses.

Let's consider each of the varieties in more detail. Let's start with traditional devices. It is worth noting that the principle of operation of this type of air humidifier is "cold" evaporation. The specialized sponge of the evaporating element is fully moistened.

Further, the built-in fan sucks dry air masses from their premises. The following steps are related to running through a moistened sponge. As a result, it becomes possible to achieve the most rational humidification of the air in the room. In addition, there is no need to install additional control devices.

Traditional humidifiers are characterized by their relatively low prices. Replacement filters are also cheap. In addition, low power consumption will also save money. If we talk about the weaknesses of this kind of air humidifiers, then here we can indicate the lack of the ability to maintain an accurate level of humidity, in most cases there will be some error.

Steam humidifiers should also be mentioned separately. These types of air humidifiers are also often referred to as hot steam humidifiers. This is explained, first of all, by the fact that in the course of their activity such devices use hot evaporation technology. This type of device is equipped with a special heating element, which helps to turn water into steam. Some of the benefits of these humidifiers include:

• Excellent performance;
• Relatively low cost;
• Efficiency.

Performance figures are undoubtedly an advantage, but entail the disadvantage of increased energy consumption. There is also a weak side here, which consists in the inability to strictly maintain a specific level of humidity within the room, you will have to put up with the error.

Ultrasonic humidifiers and air purifiers

If we talk about how this type of humidifier works, then we can immediately note greater efficiency of this technology. A special piezoelectric component is placed in the frame of the ultrasonic humidifier. He, in turn, with the help of vibrations high frequencies is engaged in the transformation of ordinary water into micro-sprays. Dry air is also sucked in here using a fan. This is done through the formed "water fog", after which it diverges throughout the room. Air purification is carried out through the use of a special filter.

It is also worth noting that manufacturers of humidifiers of this type have laid the possibility of maintaining humidity in a strictly defined value. In addition, in most cases, models are equipped with a timer and a gyrostat. The small noise during its operation can also be attributed to the number of advantages. However, here it was not without drawbacks, and in this case it lies in the high cost of a replacement cartridge. In principle, you can not use it without it, but in this case you should use distilled or at least filtered water for pouring.

Above, we have considered devices whose main purpose is to improve the humidity in the room. There are also such devices that are able to combine humidification with air purification as a result of its filtration. Such devices are called humidifiers-air purifiers. This type of humidifier is also classified into two more types of devices - climatic complexes and the so-called "air washers".

It is also worth noting that the climatic complex is characterized by the intake of polluted air within the premises. Further specifications humidifiers allow you to blow low-quality air masses through the system, within which there are special filters and water. Thus, as a result, not only humidified, but also clean air will be obtained. Speaking about the advantages of climate complexes, one can immediately note the implementation of the most real complex cleaning of the air flows in the room. At the same time, it is moistened to the level that is needed in a given situation. The weak side is the need for regular replacement of filtration components.

We also separately note air washers, which have a slightly different principle of operation, although they have exactly the same goals. They are designed to take air from outside the room, after which it passes through a system consisting of plastic discs that rotate in the water. As a result, various harmful impurities will be removed from the air. The latter include dust, hair of cats or dogs, as well as pollen from flowers and others. The air will also be humidified to a natural level.

Among the advantages that air washers have is that there is no need to replace replaceable elements. And this, in turn, allows you to save a lot during the use of the device. As in the previous version, in parallel with the humidification of the air masses, they are cleaned. However, they cannot cope with unpleasant odors.

Finally

So, in our article, we tried to answer the question as fully as possible about what a humidifier is, what are its varieties, their strengths and weaknesses. It is important to take responsibility for the choice of this device. We hope that the information provided by us will be useful to you in practice.