Dehumidifiers for the Home and Office

Dehumidifiers reduce humidity in homes, offices, or rooms used by a large number of people. Under the circumstances existing in a room, they can extract moisture from the air and make the room habitable. There are various types of these machines available for use. Browse through the fans, heaters, and air purifiers category at Staples and check out quality appliances.

Benefits of using dehumidifiers
When there is high humidity in a room, it's likely to increase bad odors and affect those prone to asthma attacks or other health conditions. Furthermore, high humidity may cause the growth of mold and mildew. Dehumidifiers convert rooms that are damp to dry with conducive conditions. The use of these devices protects homes and offices from condensation. Too much moisture causes furniture damage or paint to peel off walls.

Differences between mechanical and desiccant dehumidifiers
A mechanical device has compressors to remove moist air and pass it over a coil to remove water. This gives a good balance to the circulation of air in a room. Desiccant dehumidifiers use drying agents like silica gel and zeolite. The drying agents, when heated, absorb the water and dry the air in rooms. Mechanical models are ideal in rooms with high humidity, while desiccant devices work in rooms affected by low temperatures.

Do dehumidifiers make noise?
The hum of a dehumidifier is reasonable and does not interfere with normal conversations. However, some devices are noisy and may cause some noise pollution. Mechanical units tend to be louder than the desiccant type.

What considerations should you make before buying a dehumidifier?
A key determinant before making a purchase is the size of the area that needs humidity management. You can determine the amount of moisture in a room by calculating the amount using pint measurements. There is a wide range of dehumidifiers to choose from, ranging in size from portable, small, and medium to units suitable for commercial use.

The other consideration is efficiency. A useful machine should start and stop automatically through the use of a humidistat. Any automatic type can detect when to start and stop after absorbing moisture from the air. This makes it convenient for the user.

A dehumidifier should also have a filter that is easy to remove, clean, and insert back into the device. Cleaning the filter is part of good maintenance practices that give the device long-lasting durability. A clean filter guarantees dry, breathable air.

All the water collected from the machines can either water indoor plants or fill steam irons. The water is not safe for human or pet consumption.

Can the machines run for more than 24 hours?
The appropriate number of hours to run is approximately 12 hours a day. The time frame also depends on the needs of a home or an office. In an office setup, the machines are only usable during the official working hours. During these hours, the workers can enjoy a dry atmosphere. In homes, the machines work best during the day when there is a lot of activity.