Types of Humidifiers and Filters

Humidifiers come in all forms and use a wide variety of methods to get moisture into the air. Dryness can cause all kinds of problems from damaging wood products to posing health risks in people. Low humidity is common in cold temperatures because cold air retains a lot less moisture.

The most common type of humidifier uses an evaporative filter which simply is a paper, foam, or cloth filter that is saturated with water. The dry air is pushed over the filter allowing the water to evaporate into the air. This method is simply and very easy to use because it is self regulating.

One of the most common types of humidifiers is the cool mist humidifier. It is common in small units and uses an evaporative humidifier filter. The only difference with a cool mist humidifier from the others is that no heating takes place during the process. This makes it ideal for places that are already warm in temperature and do not need the air to be warmed. It is a very safe method of humidification around infants and small children.

The two things to notice about an ultrasonic humidifier are the energy savings and the low noise levels during operation. It works but using a high-frequency vibration to release micro-sized water vapor droplets into the air. These units come with a humidity meter that allows the user to set a target humidity level. Once that target is reached the unit stops to protect against over humidification.

Then there are filter less humidifiers which, as its name suggests, does not require a filter. This mean cost savings in replacement filters. The only thing to do to maintain this unit is the occasion cleaning and refilling of the water tank or reservoir.

When looking to buy a humidifier it is important to know what your options are whether it uses an evaporative replacement humidifier filter or is a filterless humidifier. Carefully consider the size of the room and match with the manufacturers recommended unit size.

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