How Do You Remove Scale Deposits From Humidifiers?
Humidifiers are commonly used to add moisture to the air in homes, particularly during the heating season. Moisturized air can relieve some common health discomforts, such as dry nose and mouth, and can limit common household annoyances, such as static electricity and cracks in paint and on furniture. Most humidifier problems can be traced to hard-water scale deposits, which can ultimately cause humidifiers to stop working. Routine cleaning with some simple ingredients can reduce or eliminate scale buildup and keep your humidifier working like new. Unplug the unit. Remove and empty the water tank. Remove the humidifier head from the unit to reveal the water reservoir. It will just unsnap and can be snapped back together during cleaning. Dump any debris from the reservoir and rinse well with water. Fill the reservoir with either white vinegar or specially made humidifier descaler, available at virtually any department store. Snap the humidifier head back onto the unit so that the electr
