Air washer
Air washers are 2-in-1 devices. They combine a humidifier and air purifier in one and thus ensure an ideal indoor climate for dry and polluted indoor air. During humidification, dirt is simultaneously washed out of the air and only clean, optimally humidified air is returned to the room. Find the right air washer now.
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What an air washer can do for you
The best of both worlds: An air washer combines the functions of an air purifier and humidifier to not only purify the air of pollutants, but also to humidify it.
You protect the well-being of your whole family: like air purifiers and humidifiers, air washers are safe for use in living spaces, including children's rooms.
The unpleasant effects of dry air are a thing of the past: Air washers alleviate complaints such as irritated eyes and provide noticeable relief.
Restful sleep through humidified and clean air: an air washer helps to make your nights more pleasant.
Improve your general well-being and concentration: with an air washer, you can stay in an optimally humidified and clean environment.
No more statically charged hair or objects: an air washer minimizes static electricity and the associated annoyance.
Help with illnesses and allergies: Symptoms such as coughs, sore throats and colds are reduced by optimally humidified and clean air. Air washers also remove pollen and other allergens from the air.
Low operating costs and maintenance: As air washers do not require filters, there is no need to regularly replace expensive filters. This not only saves money, but also reduces the ecological footprint.
The world of air humidification and air purification
On our information page about humidifying the air, we explain what the ideal humidity level is and the causes and effects of excessively dry air indoors. On our information page about cleaning the air, we explain the causes and effects of polluted indoor air.
Buying and air washer: what do you need to consider?
You can measure the relative humidity in a room with a hygrometer. This must be placed on an elevated surface in the center of the room, not directly next to doors or windows. The sensor needs a few minutes to adjust to the temperature in new locations. The recommended value for relative humidity is between 40 % and 60 %.
A different appliance is required depending on the size of the room. You therefore need to know the size of the room in which you want to use the air washer. Length x width of the room (e.g. 5 x 6 meters is 30 m2) gives the room area. If the doors are permanently open, the area of the neighbouring room must be added. The room height is multiplied by the area (30 m2 x 2.5 meters = 75 m3) to determine the volume. And for minimum energy houses with controlled ventilation, the room size must be doubled.
As air washers work via a water system (filtered particles remain in the water), regular cleaning is a must. The easier the water base and disc pack are to handle, the easier and quicker cleaning is. With some appliances, such as George, individual parts can even be cleaned in the dishwasher. It is therefore worth looking at the handling before buying.
How an air washer works
Air washers work by means of discs that rotate in the water. The air is drawn in and passed over the rotating disc pack. Particles, pollen, fine dust, bacteria, viruses and animal hair are washed out of the air in the water tank. At the same time, the air absorbs moisture. The clean and humidified air is then released back into the room. In this way, the air washer acts as an air purifier and humidifier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, air washers can be very useful for allergy sufferers as they can filter allergens such as pollen, dust mites and animal dander from the air, which reduces the burden on allergy sufferers . And optimally humidified air can also alleviate allergy symptoms.
Yes, air washers are effective in reducing dust particles in the air. They wash out floating dust particles and thus improve the air quality in closed rooms.
Air washers can remove bad odours to a limited extent. An air purifier with an activated carbon filter is suitable for targeted and efficient odour removal. Activated carbon adsorbs odours and neutralises them.
An air purifier is designed to remove pollutants such as dust, pollen, allergens and other particles from the air. A humidifier, on the other hand, is designed to increase humidity, which is particularly useful in dry air. An air washer is a combination of humidifier and air purifier. Air washers are particularly useful in dry and dusty environments.
