Hello,
we have a nice living room with a fireplace, but when we heat the room, the air becomes very dry. You can tell by the dry nose, which I find quite uncomfortable. What can be done to increase the humidity in the air?
we have a nice living room with a fireplace, but when we heat the room, the air becomes very dry. You can tell by the dry nose, which I find quite uncomfortable. What can be done to increase the humidity in the air?
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MODERATOR29 Dec 2010 22:12Hello Dämmunsinn,
Ventilation is not just about achieving a certain indoor humidity level. More importantly, ventilation reduces the concentration of pollutants in the indoor air—especially carbon dioxide levels. We all know what "stuffy" indoor air feels like. Ventilating makes the air (i.e., the carbon dioxide concentration) comfortable again.
Winter air conditions are not necessarily ideal for humans; it is breathable, yes, but it can also cause watery eyes and a runny nose. This is not something you want for your home.
It is undeniable that the mucous membranes in our nose require a minimum level of humidity; below 30%, these membranes no longer function properly, allowing bacteria and viruses to penetrate the dried-out mucous membranes more easily and cause inflammation.
Ventilation is not just about achieving a certain indoor humidity level. More importantly, ventilation reduces the concentration of pollutants in the indoor air—especially carbon dioxide levels. We all know what "stuffy" indoor air feels like. Ventilating makes the air (i.e., the carbon dioxide concentration) comfortable again.
Winter air conditions are not necessarily ideal for humans; it is breathable, yes, but it can also cause watery eyes and a runny nose. This is not something you want for your home.
It is undeniable that the mucous membranes in our nose require a minimum level of humidity; below 30%, these membranes no longer function properly, allowing bacteria and viruses to penetrate the dried-out mucous membranes more easily and cause inflammation.
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Dämmunsinn-130 Dec 2010 10:45Hello Hertwek
So now we actually have completely dry air outside? We couldn’t survive in that, right? Most people think so. We would all have to stay in our humid, moldy houses. Yet we go outside anyway and breathe this wonderfully dry, cold air. And we actually feel very comfortable. Why?
Because dry, cold air is the best for humans.
Best regards from Dämmunsinn-1
So now we actually have completely dry air outside? We couldn’t survive in that, right? Most people think so. We would all have to stay in our humid, moldy houses. Yet we go outside anyway and breathe this wonderfully dry, cold air. And we actually feel very comfortable. Why?
Because dry, cold air is the best for humans.
Best regards from Dämmunsinn-1
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MODERATOR30 Dec 2010 12:45Hello again,
Comfortable homes have nothing to do with being damp and moldy. Dampness and mold are very unpleasant consequences of poorly constructed and/or used buildings, just as dry and warm barrack-like conditions are a negative result of bad construction.
A runny nose and watery eyes are not comfortable for me; probably hardly anyone except you would want winter weather inside their home. How do you come to your conclusions—personal experience, training, verifiable tests? I am very interested.
Comfortable homes have nothing to do with being damp and moldy. Dampness and mold are very unpleasant consequences of poorly constructed and/or used buildings, just as dry and warm barrack-like conditions are a negative result of bad construction.
A runny nose and watery eyes are not comfortable for me; probably hardly anyone except you would want winter weather inside their home. How do you come to your conclusions—personal experience, training, verifiable tests? I am very interested.
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Dämmunsinn-130 Dec 2010 17:21Hertweck schrieb:
How do you actually come to your conclusions—personal experience, education, verifiable experiments? I’m very interested. Hello,
Primarily my 60 years of life. And also 40 years working in construction. I have seen and experienced everything, from winter high-altitude mountain construction sites to the Libyan desert. (and survived) Yes, and also as a homeowner. (without insulation)
My problem is that I don’t like writing. However, I would like to help people.
Regards
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Dämmunsinn-127 Mar 2011 16:19Hello everyone,
It is quite a shame that NO ONE is interested in our most important basic need, the air we breathe.
Best regards
from Dämmunsinn-1
It is quite a shame that NO ONE is interested in our most important basic need, the air we breathe.
Best regards
from Dämmunsinn-1
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Norbert-130 Mar 2011 14:20I can recommend checking out moebel.de - Möbel Einrichten Wohnen - ICH FIND'S EINFACH for this topic. They offer several options for air humidification from various manufacturers. I personally had the same problem and chose a subtle porcelain humidifier set, as it was also the most affordable option.
Best regards
Norbert
Best regards
Norbert
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