How Do You Freshen A Cool Mist Humidifier?
Cool-mist humidifiers are very popular, especially in the dry winter months. Humidifiers need more cleaning than just replenishing the water supply to have a fresh, cool mist blow into your home. Use the following tips to learn how to freshen your cool-mist humidifier, so that you can smell and sense the difference. Follow the directions for cleaning your cool-mist humidifier provided by the manufacturer. This will give you a good, basic cleaning. Look up the manufacturer online for a copy of the instructions for cleaning if you have lost your original directions or owner’s manual. Change the filter as recommended by the manufacturer. Once you’ve looked at a used filter, you will understand why it needs to be changed and kept fresh. Rinse the water tank each day that you are using the cool-mist humidifier. At least once a week, add about a cup of white vinegar to the water tank, fill it with water, and let sit for at least an hour. Rinse the water tank thoroughly before refilling with