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Humidity in the Home

In Home Improvement

Humidity Meter

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OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE:
OUTDOOR HUMIDITY:
THERMOSTAT SETTING: *
INDOOR HUMIDITY:
* Running an air conditioner will regulate indoor humiidty between 30-50%.

Effects of Indoor Humidity

Indoor humidity can affect your health and your home. Below are some of the possible effects.

Too Dry (below 30%)

  • Damage to wood floors, furniture, musical instruments
  • Static electricity; electronic equipment damage
  • Increased dust
  • Respiratory, throat and skin irritations

Too Wet (above 50%)

  • Termites, cockroaches and other insects
  • Condensation and stains on walls, ceilings and windows
  • Flaking paint and peeling wallpaper
  • Mold, mildew, dust mite growth; allergic reactions

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