What does a humidifier do?

Humidifiers work by releasing moisture into the air – creating a more comfortable space indoors. The benefits of a humidifier can sometimes be taken for granted, but when a humidifier is used correctly it can help improve and maintain our health and wellbeing.

Indoor air can become dry during especially hot or cold periods of the year – often when we’re using central heating or air conditioning. Both are well known culprits for contributing to dry air developing in the home, making it difficult to sleep, increasing chances of congestion and drying out our skin. Below we explore the benefits of using a humidifier throughout the home.

How does a humidifier work?

In simple terms, a humidifier features an automated water tank that can speed up the evaporation process by adding moisture to the air. Moisture is emitted until optimal humidity is achieved, which can help prevent skin dryness and sinus issues, as well as reduce the spread of bacteria.

Humidifiers can be used all year round in relation to the surrounding climate and our use of heating or cooling systems. Pairing humidifiers with the use of air conditioning can allow people live at a comfortable temperature, especially for those in humid climates.

What are the benefits of a humidifier?

A humidifier will add moisture to the air automatically - an intelligent system that can bring comfort and relief to your indoor space. Below, we’ll delve into air humidifier benefits for our health and air quality overall.

How often should you use a humidifier?

It’s valuable to understand the benefits of a humidifier, but the correct application and usage of a humidifier will provide optimal results overall.

Typical usage periods are 12 hours per day³, usually coinciding with the hottest or coldest parts of the day, when air may be at its driest. However, the length and frequency of humidifier use can change depending on the climate, your use of air conditioning and the size of the space being humidified. It’s also important to consider where you will place the machine, if the room is too small with a large humidifier – moisture may end up building in the air and creating dust mites if not monitored.