Mold, bacterial growth, and infections can come from a house that is too wet.

Finding a balance is partly about getting the right humidifier, and learning to use it wisely.

Ideally, the inside of your house should sit between 25 and 50 percent humidity.

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That isnt what makes a humidifier good.

One of the7 best humidifierswill do the trick.

Warm vs.

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These elements require more power to operate, which can raise energy costs more than their cooler brethren.

Further, they are harder to clean since the heater builds up deposits of minerals far more quickly.

For more information, it will also help to know the difference inultrasonic vs. evaporativehumidifiers.

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Cleaning is fairly remedial and maintenance doesnt take any special know-how.

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Crane Cool Mist Drop - humidifier

Honeywell HCM-350 - humidifier

Vicks Warm Mist - humidifier

Sunpentown SU-9210 - humidifier

Venta Airwasher LW25 - humidifier

Seneo 3.0L Ultrasonic - humidifier

Vornado Evap2 - humidifier

Warm vs Cool Mist - humidifier