"And when it gets too humid, it's bad for our health as well as our homes. In fact, the two are connected: humidity lets mould and dust mites flourish and they, in turn, can trigger asthma and allergies. Dehumidifiers can make your indoor environment more comfortable by reducing the amount of moisture in the air. Because of this, they're also a great laundry-drying hack. I use mine to dry clothes fast, and for a fraction of the cost of tumble drying."
"Not sure if you need one? You can buy a hygrometer cheaply the one I used for testing cost less than 10 to check your home's relative humidity and make an informed decision. Should you opt to buy one, do your research at reputable sources (like, hint, the Filter). Researching this piece, I was shocked to learn that customers had been duped into buying very basic dehumidifiers for well over the odds."
"At a glance Best dehumidifier overall: Ebac 4650e 329 at Ebac Best budget dehumidifier: VonHaus smart dehumidifier with laundry mode 139.99 at Amazon Best combined dehumidifier and air purifier: Devola Platinum Hybrid DVHA20L 199.99 at Devola Best dehumidifier for drying laundry: Duux Bora Smart 299 at Amazon Best quiet dehumidifier: MeacoDry Arete Two 299 at John Lewis Best compact dehumidifier: Devola DVH12L 128.99 at Devola"
Excess indoor humidity increases mould and dust mite growth, which can trigger asthma and allergies. Dehumidifiers reduce indoor moisture, improving comfort and helping dry laundry more quickly and economically than tumble dryers. A hygrometer can measure relative humidity cheaply to determine need. Some consumers have been sold basic dehumidifiers at inflated prices, so buyers should research reputable sources. Consumer testing identifies top models across categories including overall, budget, combined dehumidifier/air purifier, laundry drying, quiet operation, and compact designs. Using a dehumidifier can also accelerate drying of plaster and paint during DIY projects.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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