You may think you’re just adding moisture back into the air, but if you don’t know how to clean a humidifier, running the machine could actually be causing a major problem in your household. “Stagnant ...

Running a humidifier can be a great way to add moisture to dry indoor air. But keep in mind that dirty humidifiers can create a dangerous environment. Uncleaned machines can emit harmful particles ...

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When the air in your home is uncomfortably dry, humidifiers can be a life-saver. But the appliance that prevents you from waking up with parched sinuses, dry skin, or a scratchy throat might be ...

Shop TODAY independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. Using a humidifier, especially in arid environments, adds moisture to ...

A humidifier is one of those things that’s not really on your radar until you need it. Say, when the temperature turns frosty and your skin’s so dry it’s scaly. Or when you—or your kids—come down with ...

Humidifiers can be an essential tool during the colder months. They can also be disgusting. Without regular cleaning and maintenance, a humidifier can turn into a cesspool of bacteria and mold. Most ...

In the dry months of winter, a humidifier is a godsend, infusing the air with moisture and doing its part to keep your skin and sinuses from getting parched. Since you’re probably regularly adding ...

Hallelujah: It’s nearly time to turn off the furnace. And with that rite of passage comes a second one, stowing away the humidifier. As most experts recommend performing maintenance on humidifiers ...

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