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casey_ap t1_iu5rluo wrote

I don't have a humidifier I would recommend. What I will say is for the best results, only use distilled water.

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Xyspade t1_iu65fcm wrote

That becomes pretty impractical and expensive though when you need a gallon every two days or more.

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jstwnnaupvte t1_iu6m4bw wrote

I bought a cheap home distiller a few years ago & it paid for itself in weeks (I have three humidifiers so I was running 2 gallons a day.)
If you’re not using distilled water, you’re going to spend more buying new humidifiers more often in the long run.

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Xyspade t1_iu6mzsd wrote

I didn't even know distillers are a thing! But wouldn't you have to clean those out too? lol

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jstwnnaupvte t1_iu6ne5z wrote

Unfortunately, yes. Our area has especially hard water, so it’s kind of a pain in the ass, but it’s worth it not to waste so many plastic jugs / keep my houseplants (& sinuses) happy all winter.
ETA: this one is the one I have they have nicer ones, but this little one has served me for three years now.

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