Humidifiers release either cool or warm air to help increase the humidity level in your indoor space.
They come in two different types; warm mist humidifiers or vaporizers and cool mist humidifiers. A cool-mist humidifier is an appliance used to dispense cool moisture into the air you breathe to heighten the relative humidity levels of your home. They emit cool vapors to add moisture to your indoor air. They utilize a filter that catches water impurities and is easy to clean. These humidifiers are ideal for use in warmer weather and in regions that experience a warmer climate. They can also be used during colder climates when your HVAC system is causing your air to be hot and dry. There are two types of cool mist humidifiers, ultrasonic and evaporative. While they may be working towards a common goal, they function with different technologies to achieve optimal humidity levels in your living space. The ultrasonic humidifier is the most commonly used humidifier type, widely preferred for its quiet operations. An ultrasonic humidifier works by creating ultra-fine water droplets by vibrating a metal diaphragm at sonic speed. The droplets are then fanned from the unit and into your living space, resulting in increased humidity levels and a cooling sensation. You must take care when using your ultrasonic humidifier since the mist emitted may easily carry bacteria and other particles into the air you breathe. An evaporative humidifier works by sucking in from your living space, and passing it through a moistened filter or wick to add moisture, then fans this hydrated air back into your indoor space. Evaporative humidifiers generally pose fewer health risks compared to ultrasonic humidifiers.