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Hi there! �� mom of twin babies here, I have been through a few humidifiers! Question, do you have your own office, or are you in a cubicle?
Here are a few things: 1. Cool mist humidifiers make your space clammy, and they push out a stream of “vapor”, which for you might work out bc you could point it towards yourself. They can breed bacteria, and the ones I have used all leaked all over my table, so beware. Whatever one you end up using, put it in a shallow bowl so that if it does leak, it doesn’t short circuit your computer. 2. If you get cold in your office, I suggest a warm mist humidifier. 2. If you have more space on your floor in your own office, I suggest the best reviewed humidifier listed below. It doesn’t mist which is nice, it has a UV filter to kill any bacteria (usually have to change out once a season, WELL worth it compared to the cool mist ones that break and you have to clean all the time). It also helps circulate air, and you can put tap water instead of distilled water. The other ones require distilled. (I still put Brita filtered water in mine). You could put in on the floor, next to your office plant or something. It has three settings as wel. I figure if you’re going to really get a humidifier, do it right. I’m also not worried about this one leaking all over everything. This is the one we have in our house, though I’m looking for a warm one too. Hope this helps! Honeywell Humidifier on Amazon
P.S this is not a cute little small thing, it’s BIG, but you can put it on your floor. I would suggest this or something like this one.
Big recommendation for this Honeywell. Easy to get your hands in and wipe everything. Very few pieces. Also rec buying some kind of bacteriostatic treatment to help keep it clean.
I’ve been using the Honeywell HCM 350 which has a very easy to clean tank and can run all night. Whoever one you end up choosing, the most important thing to keep in mind with humidifiers is consistent cleaning, at the very least once a week.
I had this exact same problem, brother- I was using high ppm tap water in an ultra sonic humidifier. White mineral dust was coating everything and clogging up my carbon filter. You can switch to distilled water, as was mentioned. Or you can switch to an evaporative humidifier like this. This humidifier doesn't make dust. It uses a replaceable wick/filter which traps the minerals.
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I've been using a cool humidifier for years. Specifically this one which looks like its been discontinued.
It uses less energy compared to ultrasonic and steam humidifiers.
But you have to buy replacement wicks and do a bit of maintenance on them. If you just leave them to constantly be soaked and using it 24/7, you'll end up growing mold on them in like a week.
What I do is have 2 or 3 wicks in rotation so I can let them dry out. I also wash them occasionally with vinegar(make sure you thoroughly rinse them out or they'll make your room smell like vinegar.
The other thing thing(with my model at least) is you can occasionally hear a gurgling sound when the water tank is feeding water. I don't mind because it only last a couple seconds, but just a heads up.
I use two humidifiers in my apartment, one of them from my girlfriend which produces the white residue as you mentioned. The other one I have does not produce white residue, and it's this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The annoying thing is you have to constantly buy new filters for it, and rotating the filter helps as well. So it just takes more effort, up to you if that's worth not having the white residue. Also, yeah I have no idea how people use distilled water for it, it uses gallons of water a day, so I just use tap water.
I have a feeling they're out of stock. We got them off Amazon several months back. Sell like hotcakes in the winter. Might have to do "notify when available" on Amazon or if you're lucky and live in the right state, Nebraska Furniture Mart might have em
I bought a Honeywell HCM350W humidifier off Amazon like 1 month ago. It's pretty small tbh. I haven't done anything with the filter so far and I still wake up with the same benefits to my eyes. The water where I live (Long Island, NY) isn't so hard, and the humidity isn't so bad here either, so I only ever use the humidifier on the lowest setting. However I should probably clean all of it sometime soon
Ultimately the humidifier wasn't what gave me the long-lasting relief that I really needed, and it this point I don't think I really need it anymore (many nights I don't even use it). After about 2.5 months of taking Xiidra (twice a day), I finally noticed some big-time long-lasting relief in my dry eye sypmtoms. The humidifier does make a noticeable difference in how my eyes feel when I wake up, but after 15 minutes that dryness will go away, especially if I take my regular morning dose of Xiidra.
There's only one humidifier that'll cut it realistically and allow you add more plants in the future - Honeywell HCM350W/B - It's not cheap and filters need to replaced monthly but it works and can run 24 hrs on one tank - 4000+ people will vouch for it. I got mine on ebay for $30 ish but I would have paid full price for it. There's one by Taotronics as well but that sprays mist like your current one, the honeywell one is mostly invisible because it works on a complete different principle. Also the Taotronics one's water re-fill is bit difficult from what I read.
sounds good, this is the humidifier i have. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=pe_385040_127541850_TE_item
Currently my heater is just one of them portable electric radiators, i hope... it works but i may need to invest in something else.
Do you know of any budget fans/hepa solutions?
I have been meaning to go to home depot to look again but all the ones i find online are like $250+
CO2 will also be added in a few stages (the sensor is so expensive like 50 bux).
The exact models look like they’re out of stock on Amazon, but this is what I run in the bedrooms (one per bedroom) and this is the larger one that I run for the downstairs living area. Both models are Honeywell, and I’ve had them for six years now- worth the investment. :) I only use distilled water in them, which seems to help make the filters last longer.
I have this Honeywell for my bedroom. Not sure why it says cool mist because it's definitely evaporative.
It has two very small LEDs that are not very bright and easily covered. It uses UV to sanitize the water. No humidistat, but it has a physical switch so you can put it on a timer or controller. Also the base and tank are dishwasher safe so that's nice.
I have this bigger one for the rest of my apartment. I think I have an older model than the one linked but my display just has green segmented numbers, not overly bright, but again easy to cover.
If you have light (and space) your shower is the best humidifier! I have neither so I bought a honeywell from Amazon and I love it!
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Lots of humidifiers can absolutely be used with hardwood floors! I use an evaporative Honeywell, there is no visible mist from humidifiers like this and nothing around it gets "wet" like older humidifiers tend to do. It's no different than summer weather on hardwood floors. I also have one of these that directs the mist like 4 feet up, and again none of the flooring around it gets damp or wet at all. And finally, I have one of these on a shelf next to some calatheas. It puts out just enough moisture to keep the plants happy but certainly not enough to affect flooring.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088KK88NH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 option for a light. Sorry I didnt get back to you yesterday after I said I would. The light is a new one I found that has good light rating for more a decent area. This will cover a 3x3 or 4x4 with good lighting. The nice thing with this one is that it has an adjustment to set the amount of lighting you want for x amount of distance. this is something I struggled to find with my current lighting which was 50 bucks. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VBKDHKQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ^ is my first one. Very good but very bright but no adjustments Today is the last day for prime day which they have discounted these items. I ended up getting another of the parfactworks lights just in case cause the price is good and I know it works.
One pro to the parfacts one is you can daisey link them. Neither one of these have fans or anything to cool them. They stay pretty cool and quiet.
I have two of the below and really like them. Easy to refill, easy to clean, filters are not too expensive. But you can find cheaper options or go all-out with really expensive ones with extra air filtering, etc.
I grow in 4x 2x4 tents and use one of these in each tent during veg .. I would definitely recommend them
I got another one that you can set timer :) Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3ZjxCb7XTGJ84
This humidifier has changed my life
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I bought one of these a month ago & like it:
Really easy to keep clean (empty out at night & let the filter air-dry to prevent mold) the water reservoir lasts about 12 hours on high. If you really need to clean it, you can put it in the dishwasher & purchase a new filter for about $10 a pop. I keep it downstairs in the living area so it only brings the humidity up about 4-5%, so it would probably do a lot better in a smaller room. If I had the money I would look into one of those whole house humidifiers that hook up to the ac unit, but for now, this works well enough. :)
I also picked up this hydrometer to keep track of the humidity is in the house:
Does it have to be warm/cool mist? I got a Honeywell HCM-350, which is a evaporative model (uses a fan with a filter to humidify the air), and it works well at keeping my room at ~40-45% humidity. Here's a review, along with their recommendation for warm/cool mist options.
I bought the Honeywell HCM-350 based on this roundup review, and I'm very happy about it. The design is super simple and ingenious.
Previously I had two warm mist humidifiers. Cleaning the hard water scale on the heating elements was such a pain, since they are affixed to the unit. I had to disassemble them and soak them in citric acid water in the bath tub for hours, then scrub and rinse, repeat. They are also relatively loud.
Now I just take the paper wick out once a month and soak that in citric acid water, rinse, and put it back. Even if the wick is all plugged up I can just go buy a new one pretty cheaply.
I use two when it gets really dry out and I have never had a problem with them. Just make sure that you're diligent about disinfecting it. I have a Honeywell and a Crane Drop. Both work. The crane does not have a filter and needs to be washed out with white vinegar every week or so to avoid contaminants (ie mold) going into the air, but you can visually see the spray coming out of it. On the other hand, The Honeywell requires a filter and I only use either of them about 3-4 weeks out of the year.. So it's an annual purchase for me. I still wash it out with white vinegar about half so often as the Crane for safety. It's got a cooler mist (so far as I can tell) and you can't see it, but it works well. It's also easier to fill with water and has a larger basin. I'm not sure what your budget or room is like, but if you consider either of these I'd suggest the Honeywell. It's just got a larger footprint, so make sure that you have the space.
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Mine is the Vicks warm mist humidifier sold on Amazon (I think it's currently the #1 bestseller in humidifiers).
I love it. I've bought two (I needed them for two different places), have had them for three years and love them. Would highly recommend.
The auto shutoff function is great! I also run it while I'm at work, since it just turns itself off once it's out of water. I don't use the Vicks serum/liquid vaporizing feature, but I've heard people say that it's useful during cold season.
Whatever you choose, make sure to buy one with warm/hot steam, not cold mist. The cold mist humidifiers spritze the air above them with cool water. It definitely doesn't truly humidify anything. I've tried several of them with no luck. Also, they tend to over moisten the area right around the humidifier (since most of the "mist"/water spritz falls to the ground) and can subsequently cause mold.
Running a warm most humidifier has he added benefit of cutting down on heat costs -- depending on the setting, it can raise the temperature of your room up to 10F (low setting can prevent this). Also, they don't require filters or any added purchases.
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yep just talked about it in other comment. it will need to be something like this . something that when it's flipped on, as soon as you plug it into the wall (aka when the inkbird feeds it power) it would start running, and not just power on and go by their sensor/smarts
Agreed. I bought a humidifier for my bedroom during the winter a couple of years ago and couldn’t understand why my pothos suddenly had a winter growth spurt! (We also don’t keep the radiator on in the bedroom.) Now I try to give them all humidity but I think I have to get another one. I have this vicks one which needs cleaning so rarely I love it, but it’s currently out of stock. Highly recommended!
Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier, Medium to Large Rooms, 1 Gallon Tank –Vaporizerand Warm Mist Humidifier for Baby and Kids Rooms, Bedrooms and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EHFVQSGP8QST2PEPEMD4
Yeah man I’d remove the dome after it breaks soil. I’m going to guess you need a warm misting humidifier. https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Filter-Free-Moisturized-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier&qid=1609859161&sprefix=warm+mis&sr=8-3 Cool mist releases cool mist and warm releases warm. I use a cool mist one inside my tent.
I have this humidifier. It helps keep the dry air under control as I have sensitive skin as well and also for those who get sore throats from the dry heat of gas wall heaters. I like this one in particular because it's super easy to take apart to clean out any gunk or lime scale that might get in there because of our hard water, so it's lasted me 3 years so far.
Aww that sucks so much!! I've been having troubles sleeping to, what's helped me is using a humidifier that you can add an inhalant to. I'm not into essential oils but I do notice that I sleep a lot better when I add a few drops of lavender oil.
I grow my Bloody Marys on the windowsills, south west facing, they like a lot of light. I think they like the temperature change through the day and the area near the windows is more humid from the outside air leaking in.
In the winter I use a vaporizer near the neps ( like this, which ever one is one sale that week https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Shut-Off-Gallon-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA )
That doesn't look like a Bloody Mary.
I grow my ampullaria in almost the same conditions as Lady Luck and ventricosa. The ampullarias want less light. I had a lot of trouble getting mirabillis to adapt to the lower humidity, even here in Houston.
I run humidifiers under the plants in the winter, like this one, but which ever brand is on sale when I buy them.
https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Shut-Off-Gallon-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA
I bought this one for a 3x4x7 tent and placed it outside of it by the little window and it worked wonders. I have a ridiculously strong fan so keeping humidity up was a hell of a challenge before the rainy season started.
Check this one out. I have this one (mine is the black plastic version of this) and it works great.
What is your room like? Really big open space with a lot of fresh air coming in or a smaller space with more air output than input?
The best way is to get a fogger. You can also get a 5 gal bucket with a bubbler and a box fan gently blowing air over it
Or something like this https://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479005951&sr=8-2&keywords=humidifier
You can play with how much fresh are you are bringing in too. If outside the RH is low and cold just decrease intake.
Remember though, your plants should be getting really good air flow
I think the one I got might be ultrasonic because I could see the mist wafting out of it haha, it was ~$30 on amazon IIRC...pretty sure it was this one.
Unless I come across a more affordable cool air humidifier I was planning on holding onto the one I ordered and using it in the garage if I upgrade to a garage grow :)
Any suggestions? This is what I had: http://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420904188&sr=8-1&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier
I sent it back because it left a big pool of water under the reservoir so once you pick it up it spills everywhere. To me that seems like a design issue and I did not want to deal with that throughout the life of the humidifier.
These are just examples. Not really suggestions. I don't own either of these.
If you have a controller like the inkbird, get this style with the physical on/off. This one doesn't rotate tho. There's ones that do rotate with the same style switch.
If you want the built in humidistat, it's going to take readings at the unit, which could be a few Rh off from where you're plants are.. No big deal? Like this one.
Look for top fill if you want that convenience.
Vicks warm mist is the best one I've found. I hate the ultrasonic "cool mist" ones that are popular right now because they are more drying (I tried a few and took them back). The old fashioned steamy Vicks one really raises the moisture level of cold winter air and helps my sinuses! I find I don't need it in summer when it's naturally humid where I live, but I can't be without it in winter.
This is the one I’m currently using https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Filter-Free-Moisturized-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_gZHvFb6HK49G3
I have this one, which I love, but needs some upkeep to keep the element clean from build up. Idk if other humidifiers are similar, but it can be annoying.
I have this and it's worked fine for 8 years. Audible but I consider it pretty quiet.
I have used this for a few years https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA (obviously with no vicks in it) you have to clean it every week or so but my birds had no issue with it.
I've been growing all my orchids indoors in semi-hydro for about a year. ( you can see many photos of the plants here if you are interested http://herselfshouseplants.com/ )
I couldn't find clear plastic either, and most of the orchids need heavy pots to keep them from tipping.
I use clear glass, no holes. ( shallow dishes for phals, deep ones for dendrobiums )
I fill the water to just below the lowest roots, or about a half inch deep if the roots are at the bottom. I let the water dry out till it's damp at the bottom but no water sitting before filling back up to where ever I set the water line for the plant. The deeper the container the higher the water line.
It's been great, I have not lost a single plant and all of them are thriving.
I use a humidifier in the winter, one per ~1000/sqft ( any one like this will work, http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1455206120&sr=8-5&keywords=humidifier )
I don't have them on timers, most have 2-3 levels and I adjust the level to keep the humidity reasonable 40%-60%
I've used this one http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1453472997&sr=8-3&keywords=vaporizer
Any of that type will work, I just grab what ever is cheapest when I'm buying them. Pretty sure they all come out of the same factory somewhere. ;p
This is what I have at home. It is considerably cheaper at Target.
It's not going to have enough airflow if you place it under the covers.
Your better solution may be to elevate it and get a warm air room humidifier and place it on the same table as your CPAP. I also agree you should get it off the floor: air intakes on the floor are just horrible for sucking stuff up. Even getting it 6" off the floor makes a huge difference (ask anyone who works on computers)
If it's still too cold, maybe a heating pad placed behind the machine (not under) below the air intake would help warm it up. Probably go with an under-tank reptile one, as they are designed for continuous use unlike a medical one. You'd probably want to put styrofoam underneath it and some tiles or something on top for thermal mass, and maybe place an aluminum heatsink on top to help warm the air.
I know what you mean. I keep mine pretty close to the front of my bed so that helps. This is the one I have: http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA
No film or buildup - nothing bad to speak of to be honest. I bought this one from amazon (but only paid $35): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FWXKTA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001FWXKTA&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=DVT2UGYHWVAKA6WO but I returned it because it was a pain to refill it every day and also the top snapped apart and I couldn't get it to go back together.
I bought my replacement at Costco for $70 but here it is on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENWEJK8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ENWEJK8&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=MG2R4LCCP7DQHA7U
I like this one much better. But I realize they're both a bit out of your price range.
I vastly prefer warm mist to cool. I find that cool mist humidifiers can actually cause me to get sick since they make a room cold and damp as opposed to humid like a warm mist humidifier. My skin feels softer when I use the warm mist.
I've used this one since high school, and it is amazing.
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Hi there! �� mom of twin babies here, I have been through a few humidifiers! Question, do you have your own office, or are you in a cubicle?
Here are a few things: 1. Cool mist humidifiers make your space clammy, and they push out a stream of “vapor”, which for you might work out bc you could point it towards yourself. They can breed bacteria, and the ones I have used all leaked all over my table, so beware. Whatever one you end up using, put it in a shallow bowl so that if it does leak, it doesn’t short circuit your computer. 2. If you get cold in your office, I suggest a warm mist humidifier. 2. If you have more space on your floor in your own office, I suggest the best reviewed humidifier listed below. It doesn’t mist which is nice, it has a UV filter to kill any bacteria (usually have to change out once a season, WELL worth it compared to the cool mist ones that break and you have to clean all the time). It also helps circulate air, and you can put tap water instead of distilled water. The other ones require distilled. (I still put Brita filtered water in mine). You could put in on the floor, next to your office plant or something. It has three settings as wel. I figure if you’re going to really get a humidifier, do it right. I’m also not worried about this one leaking all over everything. This is the one we have in our house, though I’m looking for a warm one too. Hope this helps! Honeywell Humidifier on Amazon
P.S this is not a cute little small thing, it’s BIG, but you can put it on your floor. I would suggest this or something like this one.
Big recommendation for this Honeywell. Easy to get your hands in and wipe everything. Very few pieces. Also rec buying some kind of bacteriostatic treatment to help keep it clean.
I’ve been using the Honeywell HCM 350 which has a very easy to clean tank and can run all night. Whoever one you end up choosing, the most important thing to keep in mind with humidifiers is consistent cleaning, at the very least once a week.
I had this exact same problem, brother- I was using high ppm tap water in an ultra sonic humidifier. White mineral dust was coating everything and clogging up my carbon filter. You can switch to distilled water, as was mentioned. Or you can switch to an evaporative humidifier like this. This humidifier doesn't make dust. It uses a replaceable wick/filter which traps the minerals.
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I've been using a cool humidifier for years. Specifically this one which looks like its been discontinued.
It uses less energy compared to ultrasonic and steam humidifiers.
But you have to buy replacement wicks and do a bit of maintenance on them. If you just leave them to constantly be soaked and using it 24/7, you'll end up growing mold on them in like a week.
What I do is have 2 or 3 wicks in rotation so I can let them dry out. I also wash them occasionally with vinegar(make sure you thoroughly rinse them out or they'll make your room smell like vinegar.
The other thing thing(with my model at least) is you can occasionally hear a gurgling sound when the water tank is feeding water. I don't mind because it only last a couple seconds, but just a heads up.
I use two humidifiers in my apartment, one of them from my girlfriend which produces the white residue as you mentioned. The other one I have does not produce white residue, and it's this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The annoying thing is you have to constantly buy new filters for it, and rotating the filter helps as well. So it just takes more effort, up to you if that's worth not having the white residue. Also, yeah I have no idea how people use distilled water for it, it uses gallons of water a day, so I just use tap water.
I have a feeling they're out of stock. We got them off Amazon several months back. Sell like hotcakes in the winter. Might have to do "notify when available" on Amazon or if you're lucky and live in the right state, Nebraska Furniture Mart might have em
I bought a Honeywell HCM350W humidifier off Amazon like 1 month ago. It's pretty small tbh. I haven't done anything with the filter so far and I still wake up with the same benefits to my eyes. The water where I live (Long Island, NY) isn't so hard, and the humidity isn't so bad here either, so I only ever use the humidifier on the lowest setting. However I should probably clean all of it sometime soon
Ultimately the humidifier wasn't what gave me the long-lasting relief that I really needed, and it this point I don't think I really need it anymore (many nights I don't even use it). After about 2.5 months of taking Xiidra (twice a day), I finally noticed some big-time long-lasting relief in my dry eye sypmtoms. The humidifier does make a noticeable difference in how my eyes feel when I wake up, but after 15 minutes that dryness will go away, especially if I take my regular morning dose of Xiidra.
There's only one humidifier that'll cut it realistically and allow you add more plants in the future - Honeywell HCM350W/B - It's not cheap and filters need to replaced monthly but it works and can run 24 hrs on one tank - 4000+ people will vouch for it. I got mine on ebay for $30 ish but I would have paid full price for it. There's one by Taotronics as well but that sprays mist like your current one, the honeywell one is mostly invisible because it works on a complete different principle. Also the Taotronics one's water re-fill is bit difficult from what I read.
sounds good, this is the humidifier i have. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=pe_385040_127541850_TE_item
Currently my heater is just one of them portable electric radiators, i hope... it works but i may need to invest in something else.
Do you know of any budget fans/hepa solutions?
I have been meaning to go to home depot to look again but all the ones i find online are like $250+
CO2 will also be added in a few stages (the sensor is so expensive like 50 bux).
The exact models look like they’re out of stock on Amazon, but this is what I run in the bedrooms (one per bedroom) and this is the larger one that I run for the downstairs living area. Both models are Honeywell, and I’ve had them for six years now- worth the investment. :) I only use distilled water in them, which seems to help make the filters last longer.
I have this Honeywell for my bedroom. Not sure why it says cool mist because it's definitely evaporative.
It has two very small LEDs that are not very bright and easily covered. It uses UV to sanitize the water. No humidistat, but it has a physical switch so you can put it on a timer or controller. Also the base and tank are dishwasher safe so that's nice.
I have this bigger one for the rest of my apartment. I think I have an older model than the one linked but my display just has green segmented numbers, not overly bright, but again easy to cover.
If you have light (and space) your shower is the best humidifier! I have neither so I bought a honeywell from Amazon and I love it!
I use these
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Lots of humidifiers can absolutely be used with hardwood floors! I use an evaporative Honeywell, there is no visible mist from humidifiers like this and nothing around it gets "wet" like older humidifiers tend to do. It's no different than summer weather on hardwood floors. I also have one of these that directs the mist like 4 feet up, and again none of the flooring around it gets damp or wet at all. And finally, I have one of these on a shelf next to some calatheas. It puts out just enough moisture to keep the plants happy but certainly not enough to affect flooring.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088KK88NH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 option for a light. Sorry I didnt get back to you yesterday after I said I would. The light is a new one I found that has good light rating for more a decent area. This will cover a 3x3 or 4x4 with good lighting. The nice thing with this one is that it has an adjustment to set the amount of lighting you want for x amount of distance. this is something I struggled to find with my current lighting which was 50 bucks. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VBKDHKQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ^ is my first one. Very good but very bright but no adjustments Today is the last day for prime day which they have discounted these items. I ended up getting another of the parfactworks lights just in case cause the price is good and I know it works.
One pro to the parfacts one is you can daisey link them. Neither one of these have fans or anything to cool them. They stay pretty cool and quiet.
I have two of the below and really like them. Easy to refill, easy to clean, filters are not too expensive. But you can find cheaper options or go all-out with really expensive ones with extra air filtering, etc.
I grow in 4x 2x4 tents and use one of these in each tent during veg .. I would definitely recommend them
I got another one that you can set timer :) Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3ZjxCb7XTGJ84
This humidifier has changed my life
https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HCM350W-Germ-Humidifier-White/dp/B002QAYJPO
I bought one of these a month ago & like it:
Really easy to keep clean (empty out at night & let the filter air-dry to prevent mold) the water reservoir lasts about 12 hours on high. If you really need to clean it, you can put it in the dishwasher & purchase a new filter for about $10 a pop. I keep it downstairs in the living area so it only brings the humidity up about 4-5%, so it would probably do a lot better in a smaller room. If I had the money I would look into one of those whole house humidifiers that hook up to the ac unit, but for now, this works well enough. :)
I also picked up this hydrometer to keep track of the humidity is in the house:
Does it have to be warm/cool mist? I got a Honeywell HCM-350, which is a evaporative model (uses a fan with a filter to humidify the air), and it works well at keeping my room at ~40-45% humidity. Here's a review, along with their recommendation for warm/cool mist options.
I bought the Honeywell HCM-350 based on this roundup review, and I'm very happy about it. The design is super simple and ingenious.
Previously I had two warm mist humidifiers. Cleaning the hard water scale on the heating elements was such a pain, since they are affixed to the unit. I had to disassemble them and soak them in citric acid water in the bath tub for hours, then scrub and rinse, repeat. They are also relatively loud.
Now I just take the paper wick out once a month and soak that in citric acid water, rinse, and put it back. Even if the wick is all plugged up I can just go buy a new one pretty cheaply.
I use two when it gets really dry out and I have never had a problem with them. Just make sure that you're diligent about disinfecting it. I have a Honeywell and a Crane Drop. Both work. The crane does not have a filter and needs to be washed out with white vinegar every week or so to avoid contaminants (ie mold) going into the air, but you can visually see the spray coming out of it. On the other hand, The Honeywell requires a filter and I only use either of them about 3-4 weeks out of the year.. So it's an annual purchase for me. I still wash it out with white vinegar about half so often as the Crane for safety. It's got a cooler mist (so far as I can tell) and you can't see it, but it works well. It's also easier to fill with water and has a larger basin. I'm not sure what your budget or room is like, but if you consider either of these I'd suggest the Honeywell. It's just got a larger footprint, so make sure that you have the space.
Mine is the Vicks warm mist humidifier sold on Amazon (I think it's currently the #1 bestseller in humidifiers).
I love it. I've bought two (I needed them for two different places), have had them for three years and love them. Would highly recommend.
The auto shutoff function is great! I also run it while I'm at work, since it just turns itself off once it's out of water. I don't use the Vicks serum/liquid vaporizing feature, but I've heard people say that it's useful during cold season.
Whatever you choose, make sure to buy one with warm/hot steam, not cold mist. The cold mist humidifiers spritze the air above them with cool water. It definitely doesn't truly humidify anything. I've tried several of them with no luck. Also, they tend to over moisten the area right around the humidifier (since most of the "mist"/water spritz falls to the ground) and can subsequently cause mold.
Running a warm most humidifier has he added benefit of cutting down on heat costs -- depending on the setting, it can raise the temperature of your room up to 10F (low setting can prevent this). Also, they don't require filters or any added purchases.
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yep just talked about it in other comment. it will need to be something like this . something that when it's flipped on, as soon as you plug it into the wall (aka when the inkbird feeds it power) it would start running, and not just power on and go by their sensor/smarts
Agreed. I bought a humidifier for my bedroom during the winter a couple of years ago and couldn’t understand why my pothos suddenly had a winter growth spurt! (We also don’t keep the radiator on in the bedroom.) Now I try to give them all humidity but I think I have to get another one. I have this vicks one which needs cleaning so rarely I love it, but it’s currently out of stock. Highly recommended!
Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier, Medium to Large Rooms, 1 Gallon Tank –Vaporizerand Warm Mist Humidifier for Baby and Kids Rooms, Bedrooms and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EHFVQSGP8QST2PEPEMD4
Yeah man I’d remove the dome after it breaks soil. I’m going to guess you need a warm misting humidifier. https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Filter-Free-Moisturized-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier&qid=1609859161&sprefix=warm+mis&sr=8-3 Cool mist releases cool mist and warm releases warm. I use a cool mist one inside my tent.
I have this humidifier. It helps keep the dry air under control as I have sensitive skin as well and also for those who get sore throats from the dry heat of gas wall heaters. I like this one in particular because it's super easy to take apart to clean out any gunk or lime scale that might get in there because of our hard water, so it's lasted me 3 years so far.
Aww that sucks so much!! I've been having troubles sleeping to, what's helped me is using a humidifier that you can add an inhalant to. I'm not into essential oils but I do notice that I sleep a lot better when I add a few drops of lavender oil.
I grow my Bloody Marys on the windowsills, south west facing, they like a lot of light. I think they like the temperature change through the day and the area near the windows is more humid from the outside air leaking in.
In the winter I use a vaporizer near the neps ( like this, which ever one is one sale that week https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Shut-Off-Gallon-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA )
That doesn't look like a Bloody Mary.
I grow my ampullaria in almost the same conditions as Lady Luck and ventricosa. The ampullarias want less light. I had a lot of trouble getting mirabillis to adapt to the lower humidity, even here in Houston.
I run humidifiers under the plants in the winter, like this one, but which ever brand is on sale when I buy them.
https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Shut-Off-Gallon-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA
I bought this one for a 3x4x7 tent and placed it outside of it by the little window and it worked wonders. I have a ridiculously strong fan so keeping humidity up was a hell of a challenge before the rainy season started.
Check this one out. I have this one (mine is the black plastic version of this) and it works great.
What is your room like? Really big open space with a lot of fresh air coming in or a smaller space with more air output than input?
The best way is to get a fogger. You can also get a 5 gal bucket with a bubbler and a box fan gently blowing air over it
Or something like this https://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479005951&sr=8-2&keywords=humidifier
You can play with how much fresh are you are bringing in too. If outside the RH is low and cold just decrease intake.
Remember though, your plants should be getting really good air flow
I think the one I got might be ultrasonic because I could see the mist wafting out of it haha, it was ~$30 on amazon IIRC...pretty sure it was this one.
Unless I come across a more affordable cool air humidifier I was planning on holding onto the one I ordered and using it in the garage if I upgrade to a garage grow :)
Any suggestions? This is what I had: http://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420904188&sr=8-1&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier
I sent it back because it left a big pool of water under the reservoir so once you pick it up it spills everywhere. To me that seems like a design issue and I did not want to deal with that throughout the life of the humidifier.
These are just examples. Not really suggestions. I don't own either of these.
If you have a controller like the inkbird, get this style with the physical on/off. This one doesn't rotate tho. There's ones that do rotate with the same style switch.
If you want the built in humidistat, it's going to take readings at the unit, which could be a few Rh off from where you're plants are.. No big deal? Like this one.
Look for top fill if you want that convenience.
Vicks warm mist is the best one I've found. I hate the ultrasonic "cool mist" ones that are popular right now because they are more drying (I tried a few and took them back). The old fashioned steamy Vicks one really raises the moisture level of cold winter air and helps my sinuses! I find I don't need it in summer when it's naturally humid where I live, but I can't be without it in winter.
This is the one I’m currently using https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Filter-Free-Moisturized-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_gZHvFb6HK49G3
I have this one, which I love, but needs some upkeep to keep the element clean from build up. Idk if other humidifiers are similar, but it can be annoying.
I have this and it's worked fine for 8 years. Audible but I consider it pretty quiet.
I have used this for a few years https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA (obviously with no vicks in it) you have to clean it every week or so but my birds had no issue with it.
I've been growing all my orchids indoors in semi-hydro for about a year. ( you can see many photos of the plants here if you are interested http://herselfshouseplants.com/ )
I couldn't find clear plastic either, and most of the orchids need heavy pots to keep them from tipping.
I use clear glass, no holes. ( shallow dishes for phals, deep ones for dendrobiums )
I fill the water to just below the lowest roots, or about a half inch deep if the roots are at the bottom. I let the water dry out till it's damp at the bottom but no water sitting before filling back up to where ever I set the water line for the plant. The deeper the container the higher the water line.
It's been great, I have not lost a single plant and all of them are thriving.
I use a humidifier in the winter, one per ~1000/sqft ( any one like this will work, http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1455206120&sr=8-5&keywords=humidifier )
I don't have them on timers, most have 2-3 levels and I adjust the level to keep the humidity reasonable 40%-60%
I've used this one http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1453472997&sr=8-3&keywords=vaporizer
Any of that type will work, I just grab what ever is cheapest when I'm buying them. Pretty sure they all come out of the same factory somewhere. ;p
This is what I have at home. It is considerably cheaper at Target.
It's not going to have enough airflow if you place it under the covers.
Your better solution may be to elevate it and get a warm air room humidifier and place it on the same table as your CPAP. I also agree you should get it off the floor: air intakes on the floor are just horrible for sucking stuff up. Even getting it 6" off the floor makes a huge difference (ask anyone who works on computers)
If it's still too cold, maybe a heating pad placed behind the machine (not under) below the air intake would help warm it up. Probably go with an under-tank reptile one, as they are designed for continuous use unlike a medical one. You'd probably want to put styrofoam underneath it and some tiles or something on top for thermal mass, and maybe place an aluminum heatsink on top to help warm the air.
I know what you mean. I keep mine pretty close to the front of my bed so that helps. This is the one I have: http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA
No film or buildup - nothing bad to speak of to be honest. I bought this one from amazon (but only paid $35): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FWXKTA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001FWXKTA&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=DVT2UGYHWVAKA6WO but I returned it because it was a pain to refill it every day and also the top snapped apart and I couldn't get it to go back together.
I bought my replacement at Costco for $70 but here it is on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENWEJK8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ENWEJK8&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=MG2R4LCCP7DQHA7U
I like this one much better. But I realize they're both a bit out of your price range.
I vastly prefer warm mist to cool. I find that cool mist humidifiers can actually cause me to get sick since they make a room cold and damp as opposed to humid like a warm mist humidifier. My skin feels softer when I use the warm mist.
I've used this one since high school, and it is amazing.