Humidifiers and ionizers are designed to create optimally-comfortable air in the premises, to refresh and clean it. Each device has its own functional features and is aimed at a certain work to "clean" and saturate the air. We will deal with these features and principles of work.
Which device cleans and which one - saturates
Ionizer
Do you know the "fresh air effect" after a thunderstorm and rain? This is the effect that an ionizer creates. It saturates the air with its "vitamins" - negative ions, which compensate for the lack of oxygen in any rooms. Such a device is useful for apartments or offices, where there is a lot of equipment( it absorbs oxygen), and premises that are poorly ventilated.
Humidifier
This device is aimed at removing dust, harmful microorganisms and substances from the air. There are several types of moisturizers and each will have its own "useful" task. If you want to clean the premises of dust - you can use a simple humidifier with an electrostatic filter. The model with a carbon filter will cope with dust, and with unpleasant odors. Effectively remove harmful microorganisms from the air, dust particles, precipitations from chemicals will be able to device with photocatalytic filter. Any humidifier "level" the humidity range to 50-60 percent - this is the level considered optimal for a person.
How useful ionizer and humidifier
Given that each device has its own principle of operation and its distinctive task, the advantages and disadvantages will be associated with the functionality.
Advantages of Advantages of Advantages of Disadvantages of Maintains necessary humidity Additional filters need to be purchased( for traditional models) Cleans air of impurities and allergens High consumption of electricity, especially for steam models Eliminates electrostatic charges High temperature of air heating, which can provoke diseasesrespiratory tract( for steam models) Positive effect on well-being, breathing, heat exchange, hair condition and High cost, especially ultrasonic devices
During the selection of the humidifier, it is worth paying attention to the features of the models - for example, the steam device does not need to be purchased for children's rooms, but it is perfect for a living room. Ultrasonic devices can be installed in any room, they cope with dust, and with the removal of microbes, and with smells, however, are twice as expensive as all the other models.
Ionizer
| Advantages of | Disadvantages of |
|---|---|
| Low power and low power costs | The place where the device is installed must be regularly cleaned of dust |
| Low noise | A large amount of ozone can cause headache, migraine, nausea and lethargy |
| Solves the problem of migraine headachesand sleep disorders | Some models require cleaning the needles( they are discharged) manually, and this process is very laborious and complex |
| Cleans air of dust |
Choosing an ionizer or UVplease note the internal filling of the model and its capabilities. For example, you can avoid the process of replacing filters and cleaning needles by selecting a device that has the function of "self-cleaning" and does not require additional filters.
Also, when setting the operating mode of the device, it is worth to read the instruction. If you install a humidifier in an apartment with a lot of equipment, remember - the humidity should not exceed 60%.
If you install an ionizer in the bedroom, do not leave it turned on at night to avoid a headache. In case you do not know which device is better to choose and want to buy everything at once, pay attention to options 2 in 1 - a model of humidifiers with air ionization function.