Winter is the period of the most severe drought in the apartment.Central heating batteries dry the air, and dust and animal hair cause allergies in children and adults. Today we will tell you how to deal with these problems. They say that thanks to air purifiers and humidifiers, you can forget about children's night coughs, dry and dusty air, and allergies forever. Today we will examine this issue in detail. What types of air purifiers and humidifiers are there? All these devices are divided according to their purpose. There are three types:
- air purifiers - capable of completely cleaningair from dust, tobacco smoke, odors, can carry out bactericidal treatment, and some models are equipped with an ionizer and air freshener, which not only humidifies and purifies the air, but also relaxes.
- humidifiers - these devices simply increase the humidity in the room and are also divided into three types. About them a little lower.
- climatic complexes - combine in one case a humidifier and an air purifier. They can work together or separately. Sometimes they are called "air sinks".
Stepan Bugaev, interior designer — Dust —is a huge problem of our time, especially in big cities. And not only allergy sufferers want to get rid of it, but also everyone who takes care of their health and wants to breathe clean air without bacteria. Air purifiers are a filter system that helps clean the air in the house. There are both mobile purifiers and those built into the ventilation system. Mobile ones take up a lot of space and, as a rule, effectively clean the air near them. Built-in purifiers help to clean all the air in the room more efficiently. There are purifiers with an ionization function. Opinions about the benefits of ionization are very different. Some consider this function to be fiction, some talk about its undoubted benefits. Ionization saturates the air with oxygen and helps fight pathogenic bacteria, ionization is also a preventative measure against flu and other viral diseases. Air humidifier: which is better If everything is extremely clear with air purifiers, then humidifiers come in different types, and they are divided into three categories:
- traditional - the easiest to use andoperation. The case has a fan that blows air through a replaceable paper cartridge, pre-soaked in water. Thanks to this, the air is slightly humidified and cooled. The cartridges of such a humidifier have an antibacterial impregnation, which is enough for 2-3 months. Evaporation in traditional humidifiers occurs without heating the device, so the air humidity is regulated independently. The higher the humidity, the slower the evaporation, and vice versa. If the air temperature in the room is high, the steam will flow more intensely. For this reason, in winter, it is recommended to place the unit near the battery.
- steam - the work of two electrodes immersed inwater, to which the current is supplied, ensures the operation of this type of humidifier. The current passing through the water heats it, it boils and evaporates. It looks like a simple electric kettle. It is recommended to choose a steam cleaner with a hygrostat (an air humidity sensor that turns off the device immediately upon reaching the set humidity). When the humidity drops, the hygrostat will turn the device back on itself. There is one danger associated with steam humidifiers - hot steam, which can easily burn you. Therefore, they are absolutely not recommended for rooms where there are children or animals. And you should definitely not use distilled water in them - it conducts electricity.
- ultrasonic - split water into tiny particlesdrops. Water from the tank, falling on a plate vibrating at a high frequency, splits and is thrown out in the form of a small cloud. The fan drives dry air through this cloud of tiny splashes, fills it with moisture and sends it further into the room. Here, filters are needed to purify the water from harmful impurities. Or it is worth using distilled water. Of course, there are also models with a function of preheating the water to destroy bacteria and microbes contained in the water. The probability of burns in an ultrasonic humidifier is excluded, and if you do not want the furniture to be covered with a white coating, do not use tap water for it.
Stepan Bugaev, interior designer — RoleHumidifier in a living space is extremely important. Too dry air is harmful for people suffering from allergies, such air can cause headaches, dry skin and many other problems. This is especially relevant in winter, when the heating is on in our apartments, or in summer, when air conditioners are running. Humidity standards for living spaces range from 30 to 45 percent and are divided into zones - residential and common areas have different standards. Humidifiers can be mobile and built into the ventilation system. Several years ago, there was a real boom in mobile humidifiers. Now, humidifiers are increasingly built into the ventilation system. The main disadvantage of mobile humidifiers is that they need to be constantly monitored - fill the tank with water, sometimes twice a day. In a room with wooden furniture or decoration, it is extremely important to constantly maintain a certain level of humidity. If this is not done, the wood begins to dry out, which is unacceptable, so constant monitoring of the water level in the humidifier is needed. This imposes certain restrictions on personal time: it is difficult to go somewhere for several days. Built-in humidifiers are directly connected to the water supply, they themselves maintain the selected level of air humidity. Air humidifiers have a relatively low power consumption. Moreover, this applies to both built-in ventilation and mobile models.
Our opinion:— Do not forget that you need to carefully monitor the humidity, because high humidity is no less harmful than low humidity! Just like dry air, it can cause diseases or promote the development of fungi if the apartment has poor ventilation. Climate complexes: clean and humidify at the same time In climate complexes, manufacturers use plastic discs with a perforated surface. Rotating like millstones, they collect droplets of moisture that the fan evaporates. They are very economical in water consumption, so the continuous operation time is longer than in conventional humidifiers. Most often, these devices are equipped with a cartridge with water, through which the air coming from the fan is blown. Water traps dust and makes it heavier. Therefore, all the dust remains on the cartridge, and the fan "distributes" clean and humidified air to the room.
Functionality and beauty TodayManufacturers of household appliances for the home try to make them not only functional, but also beautiful. So you can not worry at all that a large air purifier will spoil your interior. On the contrary, it can perfectly fit into a minimalist style or high-tech. And some models - even into classic styles.
Opinion of those who already have humidifiers andAir purifiers: Maria Romanenko, lawyer: - We bought a Holmes humidifier about two years ago, but since we live in a warm climate, we hardly needed it. And only this winter, when the air became so dry that our skin was cracking, we started using it. It is definitely a very useful thing. The main thing is to take care of it properly so that it works long and effectively. You can also treat a cough by adding a couple of drops of some aromatic oil to the water. Oksana Kashchenko, editor-in-chief of roomble.com: - I have two small children, and like any mother, I try to take care of their health. As soon as the first child was born, we bought a humidifier and put it in the room where my daughter slept. Then the second child was born, and a second humidifier was bought for another room. With the humidifier, the children breathed more evenly at night in winter. But the eldest coughed every night. The only thing that helped was opening the window. And then we learned that in addition to humidifiers, there are also air washers. We bought one, so to speak, to try it out. And since then, we no longer run to open the windows at night. My daughter has stopped coughing, the air in the room is incredibly fresh and there is no “sauna” effect, which used to happen with a humidifier. Zhenya Lukina, accountant: - I bought the simplest Polaris humidifier, “to try it out”. I must say, I don’t notice much of a difference in air humidity with and without it, maybe I need to measure it with a special device, or maybe the room is just larger than the one the humidifier is designed for. I like that you can adjust the steam level in it, and it is almost silent. But the downside is that if you pour non-distilled water or boiled water (necessarily cooled down) into it, scale will form (it will have to be cleaned off at least once a week), which settles as a white coating on furniture and equipment. So, what is the benefit of an air humidifier?
Where to buy humidifiers and air purifiersIf we have convinced you of the need for this device, or you have been planning to buy it for a long time, we are ready to help you choose the right model. We have selected eight of the best air purifiers and humidifiers that you can buy with home delivery. 1. Traditional humidifier Aircomfort HP-501 Price - 2,990 rubles. r. Manufacturer: Italy Store: mircli.ru Can humidify a room of 50 square meters. Has a built-in hygrostat. Perfect for a child's room, as it is extremely safe, has a low noise level and automatically turns off when the set humidity level is reached. Specifications:
- weight - 3,6 kg;
- power consumption - 30 W;
- water flow rate - 400 ml / hour;
- the volume of the tank is 4.4 liters;
- Dimensions (width) - 370 x 145 x 320.
2.Ultrasonic humidifier REDMOND Price — 3 199 rubles. r. Manufacturer: America Store: multivarka.ru Ultrasonic humidifier REDMOND RHF-3307 allows you to control the humidity level and thus create the most comfortable conditions at home or in the office. Capable of covering an area of up to 45 square meters. Specifications:
- power - 27 W;
- water consumption - 300 ml / hour;
- water tank - 3 liters;
- is the function of air ionization;
- night illumination.
3.Humidifier Stadler Form Oskar O-020 Price — 4 893 rubles. r. Manufacturer: Stadler Form (China) Store: tehnosila.ru Stadler Form Oskar O-020 White has a stylish design and excellent characteristics. It has a low noise level, there is a hygrostat that maintains the user-set level of air humidity, upon reaching which the device automatically switches off. There is a water level indicator — the model stops working if there is none. Thanks to a special filter located in the tank, the liquid is disinfected. Specifications:
- weight - 3,8 kg;
- power - 18 W;
- the volume of the tank is 3.5 liters;
- electronic control.
4.Air purifier AIC KJF-20B06 Price — 7,890 rubles. r. Manufacturer: AIC (Italy) Store: appliances.wikimart.ru Traditional humidifier with built-in air purifier. Capable of purifying up to 40 square meters. Works on a carbon filter. Perfect for any room, including children's. Completely safe. Specifications:
- maximum air exchange - 200 m3 / hour;
- there is ionization of air;
- there is air aromatization;
- in the kit - remote control;
- attaching timer.
5.Air purifier Philips AC4014/01 Price — 9,640 rubles. r. Manufacturer: Philips (South Korea) Store: enter.ru Philips air purifier with electronic control processes up to 55 square meters. It not only copes with the task of air purification perfectly, but also looks perfect in the interior. Specifications:
- type of cleaning - filtration;
- Weight - 6 kg (with packing - 8 kg).
6.Traditional air humidifier with ionizer TIMBERK THU UL 09 Price — 1,949 rubles. r. Manufacturer: TIMBERK (Sweden) Store: 220-volt.ru Easy to use and inexpensive air humidifier of the traditional type. Perfect for small rooms up to 25 square meters and children's rooms. Specifications:
- power - 16 W;
- there is ionization of air;
- type - desktop;
- there is a flavor;
- weight - 1,25 kg.
7.Air humidifier NEOCLIMA NHL-220L Price — 1,750 rubles. r. Manufacturer: NEOCLIMA (Greece) Store: electrovenik.ru Floor-standing ultrasonic air humidifier. Designed for small rooms, up to 20 square meters. It is safe for children and pets. Specifications:
- weight - 2 kg;
- there is a fan speed adjustment;
- capacity of the water tank - 2,6 liters;
- power - 30 W;
- noise level - 35 dB.
8.Air humidifier REDMOND RHF-3302 Price — 2 789 rubles. r. Manufacturer: REDMOND (China) Store: eldorado.ru A small stylish air humidifier, suitable for small rooms up to 20 square meters. Perfect for a child's room. Specifications:
- the volume of the tank is 2.8 liters;
- power - 25 W;
- body - plastic;
- there is an indication of the water level.
