Dry indoor air can cause various problems such as nasal congestion and dry skin and lips.
Increasing the humidity in the air is the best way to solve this problem.
Various manufacturers of electronic equipment offer humidifier products that can increase the humidity of the air in the room.
However, as with other household appliances, running an air humidifier has various important warnings, including preventing significant damage to the home.
This is also related to the location of placing the humidifier in the room. When running the humidifier, avoid placing it near wood such as hardwood floors, on wooden furniture, even near wood trim and cabinets.
This is because the moist air produced from a humidifier can soften fibrous materials in your home.
Bryan Buckley, brand manager at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning says moisture can cause wood to warp over time as the fibers loosen, which results in breakage.
"When running the humidifier, keep the humidifier away from fibrous items, including books and paper. Also, keep a distance from electronic equipment to avoid potential electrical damage caused by a humidifier leak," says Buckley.
Another humidifier placement suggestion is about making sure the appliance works effectively when it needs it and preventing exorbitant electricity bills.
"Avoid placing the humidifier near radiators or vents as this will cause an incorrect reading and cause the humidifier to function at a higher capacity than required," says Buckley.
The best place to put a humidifier
Buckley recommends placing the humidifier in the areas of your home that need it the most, such as the driest room or the room you spend most of your time in.
For example, if you work from home (WFH) and have a stuffy nose, place a humidifier in your workspace. After that, put it in the living room during the day and keep it in the bedroom while sleeping.
However, there are some best practices for keeping the humidifier functioning optimally to reduce the risk of damage to other parts of your home.
In general, keep the humidifier about nine centimeters from you, including during sleep.
For ideal circulation, Buckley suggests placing the humidifier on a raised non-wood surface such as a side table or shelf, which will also protect against possible water leaking onto the floor or wood trim.
Even if storing the humidifier in an ideal place, remember that using it requires very little maintenance.
Too much humidity can quickly promote the growth of mold and mildew, which can make a room smell damp and musty.
Read More
5 Tips for Caring for Cactus Plants Indoors to be Fertile and Healthy
7 Giant Cactus Plants That Are Suitable for Keeping Indoors
6 Safe Ways to Get Rid of Bedbugs in Beds
Tips to Make a Narrow Bedroom More Comfortable
In addition to cleaning the humidifier regularly and emptying it when not using it.
Buckley suggests using a simple and inexpensive device called a hygrometer to prevent too much humidity in your home. This tool is used to see the humidity in the room.
If the reading is above 60 percent humidity, it's time to turn off the humidifier . Conversely, 30 percent or lower means your home is on the dry side.