{"id":41919,"date":"2019-05-21T09:23:44","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T09:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proair.ee\/why-is-the-indoor-air-dry-during-the-heating-season-and-how-can-this-problem-be-solved\/"},"modified":"2019-05-21T09:23:44","modified_gmt":"2019-05-21T09:23:44","slug":"why-is-the-indoor-air-dry-during-the-heating-season-and-how-can-this-problem-be-solved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/proair.ee\/en\/why-is-the-indoor-air-dry-during-the-heating-season-and-how-can-this-problem-be-solved\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is the indoor air dry during the heating season, and how can this problem be solved?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>New homes and office buildings often present certain challenges. Energy-efficient buildings tend to have dry air during the heating season. <\/p>\n<p>It is generally accepted that normal and healthy indoor humidity levels should remain within the range of approximately 35\u201355%. Well-heated rooms, combined with our cold fall, winter, and spring and the dry outdoor air, cause indoor humidity levels to drop very low. <\/p>\n<h2>What problems does dry air cause?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Problems with dry air:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Low humidity can cause problems for people who are hypersensitive or have allergies; in such cases, it is recommended to use a portable humidifier, for example, in the bedroom and living room, where people spend most of their time.<\/li>\n<li>He cites static electricity as another problem associated with low humidity.<\/li>\n<li>Eye irritation<\/li>\n<li>In addition to the aforementioned effects, dry air puts a strain on the lungs and hinders the transport of oxygen into the bloodstream. This may be accompanied by fatigue, headaches, and difficulty concentrating. <\/li>\n<li>In excessively dry air, wooden furniture (antique furniture), hardwood floors, and musical instruments may crack, and dust is more likely to become airborne.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why do you need a humidifier?<\/h2>\n<p>For example, a room temperature of approximately 20\u00b0C, at which the maximum water vapor content of the air is 17 g\/m\u00b3. If there is a large temperature difference between the outdoor air and the indoor air, moisture must be actively added to the indoor air. This is because the air entering the room from outside is even drier than the air inside a heated room.  <\/p>\n<p>Opening a window during cold weather makes the air in the room even drier, because even drier air is brought into the room, which in turn exacerbates the problem.<\/p>\n<h2>Which humidifier should I choose?<\/h2>\n<p>You can choose from the following options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cold vapor humidifier<\/li>\n<li>Hot steam humidifier<\/li>\n<li>Ultrasonic Humidifier<\/li>\n<li>Air Washer<\/li>\n<li>The cold mist was humidified using an air purifier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cold vapor humidifier<\/h3>\n<p><strong>How a cold-vapor humidifier works:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The fan pumps air, directing the flow onto the wet filter element. The moisture-saturated air flows back into the room. The filter is in constant contact with water.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>Advantages of cold mist humidifiers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The droplets are so small that misting is safe\u2014it does not spread chemicals, viruses, bacteria, or limescale.<\/li>\n<li>Power consumption up to 60 W.<\/li>\n<li>Perfect for a children&#8217;s room, living room, or office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Hot steam humidifier<\/h3>\n<p>Their design and operation are similar to those of a household kettle.<\/p>\n<p>Water is fed into the heating system and converted into steam. However, without a hygrostat, the reliability of this system is questionable\u2014uncontrolled operation of the device can lead to excessive humidity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Advantages of hot steam humidification:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>high productivity<\/li>\n<li>operate in water of varying quality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Disadvantages of hot-steam humidifiers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Power consumption &#8211; 300\u2013600 W;<\/li>\n<li>the need to purchase a separate hygrostat to maintain optimal humidity;<\/li>\n<li>Risk of burns from hot vapors\u2014the temperature of the air plume at the outlet is approximately +55 \u00b0C;<\/li>\n<li>the sound of boiling water.<\/li>\n<li>Risk of burns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Ultrasonic Humidifier<\/h3>\n<p>The use of ultrasonic vibration in the development of the humidifier has made it possible to achieve an optimal balance between efficiency and energy consumption.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Advantages of an ultrasonic humidifier:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Quiet operation of the device\u2014on average, about 25 dB;<\/li>\n<li>setting the humidity level;<\/li>\n<li>Disadvantages of installing an ultrasound device: higher costs and the need to replace the cassette periodically (once a quarter).<\/li>\n<li>They require distilled water. Otherwise, salt deposits will form on the floor and furniture. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Air Washing &#8211; Humidification and Purification<\/h2>\n<p>Unlike the household appliances mentioned above, &#8220;seibid&#8221; have a dual function\u2014they filter large dust particles from the air and humidify it at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>The device does not have any replaceable filters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits of air washing:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Low noise level<\/li>\n<li>Removing dust particles larger than 30 microns from the air;<\/li>\n<li>Safety in Use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Disadvantages of air washing:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Power consumption &#8211; 120\u2013400 W;<\/li>\n<li>slow absorption of moisture;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The cold mist was humidified using an air purifier<\/h3>\n<p>Purify the air with a multi-stage filtration system<\/p>\n<p><strong>Advantages of cold mist humidifiers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Removes viruses and bacteria from the air<\/li>\n<li>Removes allergens and pollen from the air<\/li>\n<li>Removes chemicals from the air<\/li>\n<li>Removes larger dust particles and pet hair from the air<\/li>\n<li>Low power consumption \u2013 up to 60 W<\/li>\n<li>Does not cause limescale buildup<\/li>\n<li>Equipped with sensors that detect dry air, dust, smoke, and other pollutants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do I choose the right device?<\/h2>\n<p>We recommend always seeking advice; perhaps a specialist can offer their perspective based on experience and calculate the irrigation needs according to the specified parameters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The following should be taken into account:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>unit capacity based on the room&#8217;s square footage<\/li>\n<li>tank capacity, which determines the continuous operating period<\/li>\n<li>noise level<\/li>\n<li>installation and design method<\/li>\n<li>additional functional<\/li>\n<li>value for money<\/li>\n<li>moisture performance<\/li>\n<li>energy consumption<\/li>\n<li>night mode<\/li>\n<li>safety<\/li>\n<li>device lifespan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The most popular humidifiers for everyday use. Demand for these models stems from their reliability, ease of use, operational efficiency, and competitive pricing. <\/p>\n<h3>Coway APM-1010 DH Air Purifier and Humidifier<\/h3>\n<p>Air purifier and humidifier.<\/p>\n<p>This solution features a combined filter system, meaning the filters are designed to remove all possible contaminants from the air. It includes a washable pre-filter, a filter for volatile organic compounds, an activated carbon filter, and a patented clinical HEPA filter. <\/p>\n<p>Natural humidification ensures droplet sizes of 0.1 \u00b5m, which are significantly smaller and safer than those produced by other humidification systems. Coway humidification is safe for the human respiratory tract and does not trap viruses, bacteria, or chemicals. <\/p>\n<p>Anti-Flu HEPA filter \u2013 a patented clinical filter that removes microparticles, viruses, and pathogenic bacteria from the air, with a filtration efficiency of 99.97%.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/proair.ee\/koik-tooted\/ohupuhastaja-ohuniisutaja-coway-apm-1010-dh\/\">CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS PRODUCT \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>We have chosen COWAYCO, LTD as our strongest partner.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/proair.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/coway.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-362\" src=\"http:\/\/proair.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/coway.png\" alt=\"Why is the indoor air dry during the heating season, and how can this problem be solved?\" width=\"900\" height=\"488\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>COWAYCO LTD.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Coway\u2019s Research and Development Center, specifically the Environmental Technology Research Institute, approximately 370 researchers are working to develop technologies that address all aspects of life. Coway is focused on developing sustainable and innovative technologies to ensure clean and healthy water and air quality, leveraging our top scientists and state-of-the-art research facilities. <\/p>\n<p>The Coway Research and Development Center has adopted new technologies and developed innovative products to ensure a healthy living environment for customers. A professional research team conducts in-depth studies all the way through to product design. Coway leads the industry by studying water properties, air quality, customer habits and behavior, and the spaces where devices are used, while continuing to expand its investments in research and development.  <\/p>\n<p>Since December 2015, Coway has developed 16 different air quality indices by collecting more than 100 million air quality samples from approximately 1,300 households. The air quality index allows us to quantify the impact of pollutants on health and offer filters that are best suited to each customer\u2019s needs.  <\/p>\n<p>Coway holds a total of 3,530 intellectual property rights (as of December 2015), including more than 1,800 patents related to water and air.<\/p>\n<p>In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of Coway products, Coway plays a leading role in developing products that improve energy efficiency. Its efforts to develop environmentally friendly products and services and reduce energy consumption have earned local and international recognition for 11 consecutive years, up to the present day. <\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s that simple!<\/p>\n<p>Jaanus Liba, CEO of Pro Air O\u00dc.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New homes and office buildings often present certain challenges. Energy-efficient buildings tend to have dry air during the heating season. 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