Slant Fin Humidifier

The slant fin humidifier is a brand of ultraviolet humidifiers that use an innovative process to produce a humidification mist that's almost 100% germ-free. By combining boiling water with the germicidal power of ultraviolet light, slant fin humidifiers deliver a warm mist that contains no mold, spores, or bacteria.

This type of warm or cool mist humidifier has been subject to independent tests in laboratories that has verified that this method of humidification is much healthier for asthma and allergy sufferers when compared to standard humidifiers that can provide an environment conducive to bacteria and molds in their water tanks.

The slant fin humidifier not only boils water to produce a mist it also uses ultra-violet (UV) light to kill mold, bacteria, and other allergens. In addition, most models also include a vaporization slot for medicine.

The importance of humidification has never been more poignant because we spend our time indoors during the winter and home and office heating can dry out the air and cause the humidity level to get very low. This can cause your nose, throat, and even your skin to dry out causing redness, itchiness, and general discomfort. That's where a humidifier comes in to increase the humidity to a more comfortable level.

Slant/Fin humidifiers can serve up to 400 square feet and their UV bulb is typically good for around 2000 hours of use. They also come equipped with a mineral absorption pad which helps reduce the amount of mineral dust in the air in households with hard water. In addition to portable units, these humidifiers can also be integrated with your furnace to provide whole-house humidification.

Consumer reviews of the slant fin humidifier note that the units will require a lot of maintenance and regular cleaning (thirty or so minutes every five to seven days). Mineral pads also need to be frequently replaced and, even though the mineral absorption pads help, using distilled water in the humidifier is recommended. Reviewers note that the units are very quiet and provide adequate humidity along with very simple operation.