What types of humidifiers are there?
On top of the versions of humidifiers divided by how they work, there are also types of humidifiers based on the distance humidified. ¤ Tabletop ¤ The tabletop humidifiers are the one-room units. They are small, range from $20 to $100, and require often refilling. You probably will not find many impeller tabletops, these days, but you will find the other types. They can release 2 to 4 gallons per day. ¤ Console ¤ Consoles humidify multiple rooms. They cost from $75 to $150. The tanks are bigger than in tabletops, so they do not need to be refilled as often, but they are more difficult to handle. All of these are evaporative systems. They can release 8 to 14 gallons a day, humidifying up to 2,000 square feet. Consoles tend to be noisy. ¤ In-duct ¤ Connected to your household heating system, in-duct humidifiers take care of your entire house. Any version of humidifier can be in-duct. They cost a lot up front, from $90 to $200 and then another $100-150 for professional installation; but t