How to Combat Dry Indoor Air
Dry skin is not your friend. It can make your life miserable, just as dry sinuses and hair can. And yet many homeowners, especially those with forced air heating systems, spend all fall and winter scratching, using tons of lotion, change shampoos and trying new conditioners – and all to remove some of the misery of dry indoor air.
Well, that’s what forced air heat does – it dries out indoor air, thus leading to a host of potential problems. And yet, there are numerous home remedies you can employ for a refreshing new experience.
- Stock up on household plants that add moisture to the air.
- Ease up on the hot water during your shower and cut the length of the shower by a few minutes – you’ll still need to use a skin moisturizer, but probably not as much.
- Air dry your dishes after running the dishwasher.
- Hang clothing items up to dry on portable dryer racks.
- If you have floor registers, place a pot of water near one or more to heat the water and spread the humidity it creates.
- Open your windows -when weather conditions allow – to give dry air a way to get out.
A Whole-House Solution from Correct Temp
While each of the above measures will provide some relief, nothing works better than a whole-house humidifier, professionally installed by Correct Temp. We have multiple options to share with you while helping you choose the one best suited to your home and family.
In addition to softer hair, skin, and fewer sinus problems, a whole-house humidifier will deliver:
- Greater comfort at lower thermostat settings. The greater the humidity content in your air, the warmer you’ll feel at any given temperature setting. That means you can enjoy total comfort with less heat output, and that means you’ll reduce your utility costs.
- Protect your wood doors, floors, and furnishings. Overly dry air saps the moisture from anything made of wood. That can cause wood to crack and warp, depending on the item.
- A better night’s sleep. It’s hard to get the rest you need when you’re constantly having to cope with headaches, dry sinuses, and other side effects of warm indoor air.
- Reduced static electricity. When air is properly humidified, the static electricity in your home naturally eases up. Otherwise, static electricity can cause blankets and clothes to stick together. And, more noticeably, it can cause painful electric shocks every time you touch a doorknob or other metal surface.
The moral of the story is stop suffering needlessly with dry indoor air when now you can do something about it – permanently. Contact Correct Temp today for more information and a free new system quote.
