Despite what you think, cleaning your cool mist humidifier isn’t that hard. You’ll just need about an hour and some simple things to give your cool mist humidifier a deep cleaning. To clean a home humidifier, you’ll need white vinegar, water, gloves, and clean towels. Each type of cool mist humidifier might be made differently, but all will include an operating base and water tank. If your cool mist humidifier has extra pieces, cleaning them is the same. But it’s important that you steer clear of any control panels and electronics to be on the safe side.
You’ll want to unplug your home humidifier from the wall and disassemble it. Empty the water tank and unlock or unlatch other removable parts from the base. If there’s an air filter, remove it, too. These can be cleaned using water and left to air dry. Now pour the white vinegar into the home humidifier’s base and let it soak for about 30 minutes to break down any buildup. Use a soft brush or towel to clean any stuck-in buildup.
To disinfect the home humidifier, mix one cup of white vinegar into one gallon of water and fill the tank. Let stand for 30 minutes and then use tap water to rinse out the base. Lay out all the parts of the home humidifier so that it air dries. Assemble and then fill the cool mist humidor tank to start enjoying the effects of fresh and soothing humidity in your space again.
For best results, you should clean your room humidifiers at least once a week, especially if you use it on a regular basis. Doing weekly deep cleanings will ensure that the room humidifiers won’t be compromised by bacteria or mold spores that can be harmful to you and your family. Air Innovations’ MH-701BA Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with Aromatherapy is a great option since it features an antibacterial tank and a permanent ceramic filter that never needs to be replaced (which means fewer parts to clean). The cool mist humidifier also includes a remote control and a 1.7-gallon water tank, making it perfect for extra-large rooms. It has a 96-hour run time and is available in multiple colors. But all of Air Innovations’ room humidifiers still need a deep cleaning once a week or more if you’re using it a lot!