Showing posts with label Humidity. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Humidity. Show all posts

Monday, December 12, 2011

Proper Care of Your Camera - Caring For the Lenses and Keeping Humidity in Check!

Ok, you have completed the process of going to the store or ordering your new camera on line. Now it's time to learn how to care for your expensive piece of equipment. Cameras are very delicate and require dedicated attention while outside of its carrying case.

Keeping Your Camera Dry!
The first thing you want to keep in mind is that you do not want to expose your camera to water, sand, dirt, or other corrosive substances. These can work their way into the microchips inside your camera's mother board and destroy sensitive connections and wiring. If you have to use your camera in dusty, dirty conditions, take a dry cloth and gently wipe the outer casing before returning your camera to its case.

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Caring For The Camera Lenses
The next thing you must remember about caring for your camera is keeping the display screen clean and free of oil build up. Your fingers accumulate grease and oil throughout the day, and it can accumulate on your camera's LCD display, creating a black film that makes viewing your pictures quite difficult. Spray a little Windex on a rag and gently wipe the screen only.

You must also turn your camera off before connecting and disconnecting power sources and transfer cords. It is also a good idea to switch off the power before removing batteries or memory cards so you don't lose what pictures you have saved.

Humidity Control for Your Camera Storage
When using your camera in high humidity, keep it protected from condensation as much as possible. Water will cause your camera's electronic systems to short and will make your camera no longer usable. Condensation can also form on the inside of your lens. If this happens, take your camera to the nearest repair shop and have it cleaned. If you decide to store your camera for an extended period of time, place it in a dry closet and place silica gel packets in the case to prevent moisture build up. Once you take your camera out of the case again, check for any sign of damage or condensation.

You also do not want to leave your camera in a vehicle for extended periods of time. Heat and direct sunlight can damage delicate parts and can actually cause your LCD display to distort. You also do not want to place anything magnetic next to your camera. The force of the magnetic pull can rip connections and ruin batteries.

Proper Care of Your Camera - Caring For the Lenses and Keeping Humidity in Check!

Monday, December 5, 2011

Measure Humidity Levels In Your Home in Fall and Winter, With a Hygrometer

It can be said that while humidity is essential to our health and our homes that Winnipeg in the winter is drier than in humidity than the Sahara Desert. True we all need some moisture as well as humidity in our homes and offices to maintain both comfort and health levels. However either too much or too little humidity can result in any number of problems ranging from condensation on window panes, moldy bathrooms, and musty basements to the full gamut of serious problems and concerns such as permanent damage to building and structures or respiratory concerns and allergies.

The most reliable way to measure the overall humidity in any dwelling is with a standard hygrometer - a fairly small, inexpensive as well as easy to use measurement tool which can be had at most big box or smaller hardware or building construction or heating / air conditioning supply stores and outlets.

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Is there an overall relative humidity (R.H.) rate or measurement that is held in the heating and air conditioning trades as a fair and acceptable health and comfort standard? Yes, overall and in general furnace and air conditioning cooling trades recommend in the range and ranges of 30 %. Remember as well that the term is not simply the one word "Humidity" but rather "Relative Humidity". What this entails is that the measured humid levels and measurements - that is moisture in the air - is relative to the temperature. Moisture is released by air as the temperature decreases, and picked up by the air as the ambient temperatures increase. Thus air that has a low rate when warm or hot, can and will rank a high number as it cools. Acceptable comfortable air when warm - say 75 or 80 degrees Fahrenheit can when chilled to 20 degrees begin to give up its moisture, become humid and "sweat" when cooled or chilled to the lower temperature ranges. Thus in the wintertime and cold weather the humid rh index should be no more than 30 % - thus giving lots of leeway should temperatures decrease yet more. However during the warmer times of year - say during summer - the R.H. relative humidity levels can increase to 60 % maximal range with no concerns what so ever to health or comfort.

What can be done to reduce excessive or high moisture levels in your home or abode? Plenty and most of it is fairly easy, standard and relatively inexpensive. Remember though that the issues may be seasonal so that problems do not creep up in the summertime but will over the cooler winter, fall and even springtime seasons.

Here are some simple steps to consider. First of all reduce moisture loss. Close the bathroom shower and washing machine drier utility rooms during use. Open the windows or better yet install an outdoors leading exhaust fan or fans. If rooms are draughty or chilly then caulk up and seal up air draft leaks, and as well insulate walls and doors if possible.

Improve heat to areas that need it. It may be a simple matter of a heating professional adjusting the heating duct flow balance in your home and / or simply cleaning ducts of dust and wintertime debris to increase and speed up warm air flow from your furnace.

Perhaps your furnace needs to be cleaned and tuned up this fall as well. Lastly do not forget to replace or clean your furnace's air filters. Clogged furnace filters restrict and reduce warm air flow. Throw away disposable filters are inexpensive to replace and can be swapped in a snap. More expensive yet effective electronic air filters need to be cleaned as well. You can simply wash the electrostatic air filters in a sink with warm clean non soapy water or in many cases even placed in a clean water cycle in your dishwasher.

In the end with a little bit of work, effort and rearrangement you should be able to normalize humidity levels in your home so that they are not an issue to health or comfort. That is high enough in the summer yet not to great during the colder and damper winter and fall times.

Measure Humidity Levels In Your Home in Fall and Winter, With a Hygrometer

Thursday, December 1, 2011

How to Care For Orchids Indoors - Temperatures, Humidity and Placement

If you've chosen to grow orchids in your home It's a good idea to be as prepared as possible before you go out and buy your plant. In my opinion, orchids are one of the most worthwhile and rewarding plants you can grow in your home. While it's true that learning how to care for your orchids is a life long pursuit, don't despair because you can still successfully grow them with a good grasp of the basics. We've all got to start somewhere, right?

There are several species of orchids that make ideal indoor orchids and I would suggest that if you're a beginner that you start with one of these plants to give yourself the best chance for success. Growing your orchid indoors can be a little more tricky than in a greenhouse where you often have a little more control over the growing conditions, but is still easily achievable if you can match their requirements.

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Phalaenopsis orchid species make fantastic indoor plants, not only are they beautiful orchids with long lasting blooms they tolerate dryer conditions, such as those in a centrally heated home, better than most.

What to look for when buying your orchid

Check for signs of diseases, maturity and general health in your orchids before you buy.

Starting from the top down check the orchids flowers, if they are already wilting you can probably move on to the next plant because this orchid has reached the end of its blooming cycle.

Check for spots or discolouration on the flowers and leaves and make sure to check the underside too and around the crook of the leaves and the stem. Discolouration could be the sign of an unhealthy or diseased plant. The orchids leaves should be thick, green and firm, yellowing leaves could be a sign of over watering or too much light. Dark green leaves could mean too little light.

Check the roots if you can, they should be firm and whitish with darker coloured tips, Soft or spongy roots indicate an unhealthy plant.

Placement

Once you've got yourself the perfect orchid you'll need to find the perfect spot to keep it. Maximising the daylight hours whilst avoiding sunburn is key to caring for your orchids. Indoors you've got to find somewhere with long periods of shaded or diffused light. Eastern or western facing windows often provide the longest hours of sunlight whilst avoiding the strong midday light but to be sure you can use a blind, net curtain or frosted glass to diffuse the light.

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Species of phalaenopsis orchids will be pretty forgiving of dryer air in your home but many orchids prefer a much more humid environment especially tropical and sub-tropical species. A humidity of around 60% is not unreasonable. This is much easier to achieve in a greenhouse but you can increase the humidity around your orchid indoors by using a water tray or humidity tray. Basically the orchid is supported above a tray filled with water, the water evaporates and increases the humidity around your orchid. Pretty simple, but effective too.

Temperature

One of the biggest challenges of growing you orchid indoors is often to provide them with the correct temperature range. The conditions and temperature fluctuations that your orchid prefers may not be ideal living conditions for you. Phalaenopsis especially enjoy the warmth of an indoor home environment but each orchid species will have its own requirements. Try to get a night time temperature drop of around 10 - 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Some orchids will require a much lower temperature during periods of no growth, you may have to relocate your orchids or even move you indoor orchids outdoors to achieve this. Getting these temperature ranges correct will help ensure that your orchid keeps blooming time and time again.

How to Care For Orchids Indoors - Temperatures, Humidity and Placement

Friday, November 25, 2011

Solving High Humidity Problems in the Home

Water and excessive humidity in your home or basement can do a lot of damage and cause unpleasant mildew odors. What can you as a homeowner due to solve the issue of high levels of moisture? First and foremost in the vast majority of cases the problems lies outside not inside your household's walls. Often water in the basement itself is the result of water pooling outside - look at better landscaping and gutter and eaves roughing systems to lead to water away from outside walls of your home. However even with the best laid plans and planning water may seep through cracks - or even almost a deluge into your basement areas. So what work can be done to reduce humidity levels in your home to acceptable levels to work to control or at least hold off baying the situation?

If its simply a matter of dampness in your basement - that cold chill that then results in mildew then the steps required may not involve cracks in basement walls. Look to reduce and eliminate humidity levels in the basement areas and indeed in the whole home. Increase ventilation overall by vents and venting the biggest producers of humidity in your home to the outside air. The usual culprits to consider include appliances such as washing machines, dishwashers and gas or electric clothes dryers.

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The dryers should be vented to the outside air. If vents already exist make sure that the piping and venting is clear and unencumbered. Exterior outlets should not be blocked - they should be clear. The vents themselves may need to be cleared of lint. It is a good idea to have an exterior directed fan in the kitchen and bathroom areas to vent indoor humid air to the outside. If exhaust fans are installed in these areas make sure, like the driers that the passageways are clear, the exhaust ports open and clear as well. In some older homes you may find that the venting is not to the actual exterior of the home, but rather to the attic. In previous times before solid and complete insulation practices this was "good enough" as attics were rather drafty and not air tight. It was easiest and cheapest simply to vent to the attic. If this is the situation expand the venting from the attic to the outside. Some homeowners have dealt with humidity issues in their homes and a house by installing additional vents in the attic them to eliminate and control high humidity levels. It is your choice and heating budget so to speak.

Solving High Humidity Problems in the Home

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Monitoring Temperature And Humidity Inside The Server Rack

The increased utilization of blade servers has caused the control of heat and humidity in the server racks to become much more critical than previously. These units increase the density of the equipment in each rack and therefore the heat generated. Alarms are necessary at the rack level because a single server overheating will not raise the ambient room temperature enough to set off the room alarm sensors. These rack alarms can provide early problem warning and prevent server damage and the associated network problems in a timely fashion.

These alarms can be at the rack, or by email, or by SNMP traps, or by all three methods depending on the system. There are several different types of sensor systems from several different manufacturers, available at present. One of them is a compact environmental monitor with one onboard temperature sensor and in addition the ability to support up to 16 remote sensors. The system is very small so you don't have to change your system. If you receive a problem alert, you are able to identify the rack and power strip having the trouble, and turn off the individual outlet or reboot it.

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Another power management and control system available is able to track temperature, humidity, airflow, and water at various locations from 15 to 100 feet away. This system needs only limited rack space and can control individual power receptacles. Another system on the market utilizes two sensor probes in each rack, one in front, one in back, to better measure the environment in the rack. This gives you a thermographic view of the temperature range in the rack and can be displayed in color for all the different racks in the computer center. This information can be used to determine the size and location of any additional A.C. or fans or blowers needed to correct a cooling system. It can also assist in the rearrangement, if necessary, of the rack layout and separation of a cold aisle/hot aisle system or any rack system, or when additional racks are added to a functioning system.

The control of heat generation and temperature in the data center continues to be one of the most critical areas. The monitoring of the environment has gone from the room, to the zone, to inside the individual server rack to give a much more precise picture of what is happening and allow better response to emergency conditions.

Monitoring Temperature And Humidity Inside The Server Rack

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Air Conditioning - Can Be Used to Remove Humidity and Dampness

Air conditioning has become quite popular among most people in all countries in the world. This appliance is specially imperative in countries where the sun shines brightly and hotly. It's seems like can't live without it since the weather is truly hot and dry outside.

When people think that using the air conditioning can make the temperature cool enough to live comfortably and pleasantly, then they're wrong. The exhaust gas of air conditioner would be truly harmful for the surrounding environment.

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New York Stock Exchange

The fame of air conditioning only rose in the early part of the twentieth century when it was used to ensure that the weather in workplaces was cool enough to allow the workforce to be more productive and work better. Later on, it was adapted for the use in homes and in offices.

In truth, the appliance of the New York Stock Exchange assisted boost the productivity of that August institution and this in turn resulted in making the economy lots more robust and productive as well. It did not take long time before the AC began to be more familiar and everyone that could afford it began to install air conditioners in their offices and homes.

Since the AC could help to remove humidity, it has undoubtedly found widespread acceptance in many countries that have truly humid and hot temperature conditions. However, an air conditioner is not very environmentally friendly and it also consumes lots of electricity.

In conclusion, the use of the AC can make the weather cool enough to live comfortably and pleasantly especially for people who live in extreme weather countries. Nevertheless, the use of air conditioning is not environmentally friendly since its exhaust gas can make the ozone layer become harmed. Also, the use of central AC is one way of making sure that you can enjoy greater relaxation and improve your productivity during the hot weather.

Air Conditioning - Can Be Used to Remove Humidity and Dampness

Saturday, October 29, 2011

How to Keep Humidity Low in My Backyard Shed?

High humidity can do lots of damage to you backyard shed and it's contents. It's a breeding ground for mold and it can attract many different types of pests. It can also cause the wood in your shed to rot and mildew. Humidity is measured by the amount of water vapors found in the air. The humidity is often higher in air tight sheds due to the lack of circulation.

If the humidity is higher than 50%, then you know you have a problem. This is when it becomes a breeding ground for many unpleasant things. Termites and roaches are drawn to the dampness caused by condensation from the high humidity. It can cause the items that you have stored in boxes and other containers to mold or mildew, which in turn can ruin the contents. It can cause lawn equipment and similar items to rust and ceilings to rot.

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Now that you know some of the problems that high humidity can cause, you need to know how to keep humidity low in your backyard shed. One great way to do this is by installing exhaust fans that will allow the air to circulate better. This will help to keep the air much dryer than what it would be normally. Seal off any cracks in your backyard shed where water can seep through and puddle up increasing the humidity. This can make a big difference and it will help to eliminate other problems as well. You may also consider placing a dehumidifier in the shed to help lower the humidity. This is an excellent way to help take the moisture out of the air.

These suggestions can help to keep the humidity low in your backyard shed so you can avoid many of the problems that it can cause. Controlling humidity will not only help protect the items stored in your shed but it will also help to protect the shed itself.

How to Keep Humidity Low in My Backyard Shed?

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Refrigerator's Air Circulation and Humidity

The refrigerator uses the circulation of air, the heat transfer. The fans inside the unit to move air around. The faster the air flows, the faster the heat is dissipated. For this reason, you do not want anything to do to block the airflow. There are three basic types of forced air systems in refrigerators. In the type of cooling ceilings,
a single fan mounted on the roof of the car. This is sufficient for small internal volume and is not used in large refrigerators. Whyhas only one place, could allow the hot spots in the corners of the oven. On the back wall or pole type of cooling system, the airflow is in the air above the top shelf and promotion under the bottom shelf.

The channel-type cooling system is a combination of the first two types. Here, the unit of air flow at or above the ceiling is, and the air is discharged through a series of small air channels to be distributed at various locations on the rear wall of the housing.How important is air circulation? Well, you can make the difference between safe and unsafe raw food just six 55 degrees Celsius. Fish, poultry or red meat spoiling within 18 to 24 hours if their refrigerator temperature of 42 to 45 degrees
Fahrenheit, and you already know, the HACCP guideline temperatures above 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Prefer to risk a lawsuit and the resulting negative publicity from food poisoning allegations, or holdThe air circulates properly your refrigerator?

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Humidity is the amount of moisture (water vapor) in the air. At different temperatures, the air can contain different amounts of water. In the cold, the kind of humidity that we are interested in the relative humidity, or as much of its maximum water holding capacity of air at any time, expressed as a percentage. For example, shows 85 percent humidity, the air holds 85 percent as much water as possible to maintain thisTemperature. Relative humidity significantly affected before the onset and speed of the deterioration of many foods. If the air around the food has kept a very low humidity than, for example, the air naturally increases the moisture from the food itself, the background staining, cracking and drying.

When the air has a high relative humidity, some of the moisture to foods that should be kept dry is supposed to compress, causing them to soften or grow mold or bacteria. Fortunately, most ofFood must also be in a relative humidity of 80 to 85 percent. To achieve this ideal, the producers are worried that the refrigerator evaporator coil is large enough at low temperature several degrees to the desired temperature of the device can be used. This difference reduces the amount of moisture that collects on the evaporator coils and keeps the moisture in the body instead of the refrigerator. If the temperature of the coils' is too low, but the moistureturn to ice crystals and to
the coils.

In this case, the airflow is blocked by the system and the humidity of the fridge is full. As you can see all the factors is a delicate balance to achieve, with the cost of food and food quality on the game. In short, it is difficult to keep frost from the coil, but necessary to keep them free of frost, so they can be operated properly. The addition of heat to the environment in order to defrost the coils can affect the temperature of foodinside. A fairly new concept from Hussman Modular Defrost of Bridgeton, Missouri, does just what its name indicates: defrosts the coil in sections. The automated system defrosts coils at no more than nine minutes per section, and never defrosts adjacent sections at the same time, all programmed by an electronic controller capable of running up to six walk-ins.

The idea works for walk-in and reach-in refrigerators but not freezers. It maintains food quality and saves energy by keeping the compressors from working overtime to compensate for frozen coils. Another humidity-control suggestion for inside refrigerated space was pioneered by Humitech International Group, Inc. of Dallas, Texas. Humitech uses a mineral product called sorbite to absorb moisture and odors.

We mentioned most foods do well at 80 to 85 percent relative humidity, but fresh fruits and vegetables are exceptions. They require more humidity, up to 95 percent. To increase moisture content, you can slow down the air circulation. This explains why there are separate, closed produce bins in most refrigerators-to hold in natural moisture from the vegetables and to restrict airflow.

Freezers maintain an average relative humidity of only 30 to 35 percent. Any more moisture would automatically raise the temperature because it would hit the coils, freeze in place, and block the airflow, causing the freezer air to become warmer. The low humidity of freezers requires special food storage precautions. Use moisture- and vapor-proof wrapping to prevent the surface damage we know as "freezer burn" from occurring if any moisture condenses on the food.

Refrigerator's Air Circulation and Humidity

Monday, October 24, 2011

Why Temperature and Humidity Matter When Growing Plants Indoors

When you are purchasing houseplants, pick the right plant for your environment, instead of trying to change your home to accommodate the plant you have chosen. Keep in mind the temperature at which you keep your home; different plants will thrive at different temperatures. Some like cool temperatures, in the 50s and 60s, while others enjoy 70 or even 80 degrees.

If you turn your thermostat down at night, your plants will be able to cope. In the wild, after all, they are used to a 10 to 15 degree drop in temperature at night. Because your plants are probably going to be near a window, make sure that there are no drafts that will make your plants too cold. Be aware that the temperature near a window is often several degrees colder than the temperature on the other side of the room. Especially if you live in an old home or have casement windows, be aware of where you are placing your plants.

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Not only can your plants get too cold, but they can overheat, as well. While most plants can adapt to the heat levels inside the typical home, excess heat or too high temperature can lead to reduced humidity, which can damage your plants. Many houseplants are used to more humid environments than in the typical home. Plants need moisture not only through their roots, but also in the air, which they absorb through their leaves. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to increase the moisture available to your plants. Do not try to do this by soaking them with too much water every time you water them; the moisture must come through the air, not through the soil. There are a few things you can do to make the air around your plants more humid.

If the air in your home is not humid enough for your plants, you can purchase a humidifier to place near them. These keep the humidity around them at a constant level, which will help your plants thrive. A less expensive alternative is to fill pans of water near your radiators. This water will evaporate, adding moisture to the air. Most plants also enjoy being sprayed lightly with water from a spray bottle. When done once or twice a week, this spraying will keep the foliage hydrated. Misting your plants can help keep them from drying out in a low-humidity environment. It also cleans the leaves of the dust found in a typical home, and helps keeps insects from settling on them. However, be aware of the needs of your plant. Some, like African Violet or others with hairy leaves, an actually be damaged by misting. If you mist an African Violet, the leaves will grow white spots and begin to decay.

Be aware of your plants' requirements such as humidity and not too high temperature when bringing them into your home. While many can adapt to the conditions of the typical home, you should monitor the temperature and humidity so that your plants can thrive.

Why Temperature and Humidity Matter When Growing Plants Indoors

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Correcting Crawl Space Humidity in the Summer - 3 Things That Help

Homeowners with crawl spaces have some things in common. The biggest problem, besides water, that all houses have with them is a large amount of moisture in summer.

As the Earth warms, the water evaporates from the soil and air. With an area teeming with limited head room, and usually dirty floors, the humidity has a direct link to the airspace.

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Limited space means that there are fewer places to put the moisture that is created. Because of these smells, odors,and humidity can quickly create and cause problems to the floor and walls of the space scanning. Above all, can feel the humidity and moisture in the rest of the house.

So how do you keep your crawl space moisture and humidity under control?

These 3 steps can help limit and control the humidity in a cavity, while the correction and filtering air that is present in the area. After all began more than 40% we breathe the air in the crawlspace. Improving air quality inCrawlspace cleaner, healthier air in the rest of the house.

Step 1: Wrap the crawl space - this is another way of saying "separate interior from the outside of the house with vapor barriers and high density film can be installed behind and keeps moisture from entering the room at the first place. Air, but can still pass.

Step 2: Close all windows - Keeping the scan area to keep out moisture. NormallyHouse and apartment buildings to open windows or doors of the room, hoping that the moisture and humidity is discharged from the house vent. On very wet in a state that actually works the other way. They may have openings, columns, windows and more moisture during the summer months. Keep windows closed and seal gaps, increase your ability in the crawl space moisture control.

Step 3: Install a dehumidifier - to seal gaps in the area of ​​sealing and encapsulation, a dehumidifier can easilyaddress any remaining moisture. Specific dehumidifier units (which, to get a little 'research), not only removes moisture from the air, can also filter the air force and movement.

Install a dehumidifier in a crawl space encapsulation to play to your advantage to get the most out of your money to get. The installation of a dehumidifier in the preparation of the forces under your house dehumidifier removes moisture from the cavity near thecontinuous moisture coming from the floor, walls, windows and whatever gaps there are in the foundation walls.

Keeping the humidity level under control will keep your AC costs down, help keep you comfortable in the summer, and limit the amount of mold and mildew that can grow below your first floor.

Correcting Crawl Space Humidity in the Summer - 3 Things That Help

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Remove Humidity Using Whole House Dehumidifiers

If there is excessive moisture in the house, will perform a series of complications, such as causing the growth of mold and other bacteria that cause diseases. That's where dehumidifiers come in handy.

There are several types of dryers to choose from. The whole house dehumidifiers are just some of the options you can choose. As the name suggests, whole house dehumidifiers to remove moisture from the entire house. There are a number of advantages to using thisModel that are the best option for you. For example, there is no need for any separate room dehumidifier. With several dehumidifier is not only inconvenient but also costly in the long run. The accumulated costs for the purchase of shares will be higher. Operating costs will be higher than any single unit of energy consumed.

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Why do you need a whole house dehumidifier, in the first place? There are actually many good reasons. Maybe your house is left emptyFor some time, in which case it will be good opportunities for the development of molds and fungi. These things are multiplying rapidly on wet surfaces. They are not only dangerous for your family, but also harmful to health. To free a whole house dehumidifier to help the moisture thus preventing the formation of mold.

Just as the houses are of various sizes so that the whole house dehumidifier with different capacities. This is one of the factors that you should think about how to look for the besttype for you. If your house is fairly small, such as an ordinary condo, a 50 or 65 pint dehumidifier will be sufficient to handle it. On the other hand, if you have some sort of bungalow, you may need a unit with a capacity of more than 130 pints.

Why shouldn't you just use an air conditioner instead of a whole house dehumidifier? You may wonder. Although an air conditioner will also remove moisture from the air, it will end up making the house colder. This means that there are seasons when using an air conditioner will not be suitable. When you use a whole house dehumidifier, you will be able to maintain a comfortable level of warmth in your house. The colder seasons will therefore be more bearable.

This takes us to the next consideration when it comes to selecting a suitable dehumidifier. If you want to deal with a fairly high level of humidity, you will need a device of bigger capacity. It is therefore not just the size of your house that matters but also where it is located depending on prevalent weather conditions. When you install a whole house dehumidifier, you will have a central place for regulating the temperature and humidity in your entire house.

Here are other things you should bear in mind.

· Fairly large tank

· controls that are easy to read and understand

· Wheels for ease of movement

· Hose connection for easy diversion of collected water

These are some of the things that will help you to make the best selection.

Remove Humidity Using Whole House Dehumidifiers

Friday, October 14, 2011

Wine Cellar Temperature and Humidity, What is Ideal?

The ideal temperature and humidity of a basement would do well to the natural features of the legendary French wine caves, which are recognized are almost perfectly imitate.

Keep the rest of the world, while the cellars 55-57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees C) and with an average of 60% relative humidity usually requires some form of the special wine cooler. For proper control of cellar temperature and humidity, the system must take into account and to managenot only the temperature of the cellar, but also the vagaries of the climate where you live. It's hot / dry? Hot / wet? Cold / dry? Cold / wet? If the system is also needed to keep the heat supply to maintain the correct temperature in winter? These are all important factors in building or refurbishing your basement.

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Understanding the temperature

55-57 degrees F (14 degrees C) is considered the ideal temperature for storing and aging wine properly. If the temperatureconstantly fluctuates up or down by several degrees, your wines will be affected and can age prematurely.

Some refrigerators are using a device in-bottle liquid temperature, adjust the device when it signals a change from 2 to 4 degrees of temperature in the liquid. Unfortunately by the time the wine inside the bottle isolated to respond to fluctuations in the air in the basement has already moved many of the critical level. A wall with a thermostatRange of + or - 1 degree F is ideal. Cellar at room temperature below 55 degrees F should be protected by a heating coil. Without the ability to heat, a cooling device can not do anything if the set point temperature in the cellar under control. The best system is one in which it is incorporated into the heating and cooling by the thermostat itself.
How can the problem of temperature

In all cases, the quality should be a primary consideration. The first cheapThe price is soon forgotten when the wine cellar cooling unit is not stressed and wine. Unit must be assessed in the cellar near the intended operating temperature and humidity. This means that about 55 degrees Celsius and 60% relative humidity. Make sure the unit you buy wine for use, non-domestic use has been designed. Since there are many other variables to consider that the number of bottles in the cellar or cubes before recording to select the type and size of a cooling device, isbetter when the calculation is to be a professional with a load calculation program. These variables can also rate the opening of the doors, lighting, insulation in the room, doors and windows, the frequency of cases of sale, etc.
Why is it important to moisture?

The humidity is a critical element often overlooked in the design cellar. 50% - 70% accepted as adequate, with 60% of the ideal.
If the humidity is above 70%, it is likely that mold and degradation of labels andglue. When the humidity is below 50%, corks will begin to dry out resulting in loss of liquid in the bottles and possible degradation of the wine.
How to Resolve the Humidity

First step should be the installation of a vapor barrier around the entire room. A minimum of 4 mil plastic is recommended with seams overlapped and taped. The vapor barrier is installed on the outside (or warm side) of the cellar insulation. This is to prevent condensation from forming on the vapor barrier, potentially causing mold. A cooling unit alone cannot add moisture or humidify cellar air. It needs a humidifier to do so. The best option is a humidifier integrated into a cooling unit so it operates and distributes the moisture evenly in the re-circulating air. However, a free-standing humidifier can also be installed in conjunction with a cooling unit as long as this is controlled by a high-quality wall-mounted thermostat.

Wine Cellar Temperature and Humidity, What is Ideal?

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Deciding on the Best Humidifier for Baby Room Humidity Level Control

When determining the best humidifier for your baby's room comfort, there are several factors to take into consideration. One of the main factors to help you decide what type to buy will be the reason for purchasing one. If your baby suffers from any respiratory problems you should consult with your pediatrician regarding whether to buy a warm mist humidifier or cool mist humidifier, as oftentimes one type will be more beneficial than another in providing your baby with the relief they need.

There are some safety concerns regarding warm mist or steam humidifiers. This type of humidifier uses a heating element to boil the water so that it can be diffused into the room as a warm vapor. If you are considering purchasing a floor unit and there is a chance that your baby or toddler could touch it, you may have more peace of mind in buying a cool mist humidifier instead. This factor is particularly important if the humidifier will be left on in the room while your baby is alone, sleeping.

Humidity Control

As far as deciding which type is the best humidifier for baby room humidity control, all humidifiers do the same thing; raise the level of humidity in a room. A suitable humidity level for a baby's room is anywhere from 45 to 50 percent. Both warm mist humidifiers and cool mist humidifiers are able to reach these levels. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that warm humidifiers produce a warm vapor that's streamed into the air, whereas cool humidifiers expel a cool mist into the room.

Cool mist humidifiers require a little more maintenance and cleaning than the warm humidifiers do and some models can tend to be a little noisier also. The noise level may not be a problem if your child sleeps soundly but it can be disturbing if your little one is a light sleeper. The cool mist type are also beneficial during the hot summer months as they help to cool the surrounding air as they increase room's overall humidity. Warm mist humidifiers boil water, thus the vapor is usually considered more hygienic. However, if you keep your cool mist humidifier clean, this is not usually a problem.

As to which is the best type, much will depend on your baby's needs and how well they sleep through the night, as well as how often you are able to clean and maintain the humidifier. When buying the best humidifier for baby room comfort and humidity control you will need to weigh the pros and cons of both humidifier types and make your purchase accordingly.

Deciding on the Best Humidifier for Baby Room Humidity Level Control

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Where to Buy Frigidaire Dehumidifiers FAD704TDP - Get the Best Price to Save Your Home From Humidity

Are you looking for where to buy Frigidaire dehumidifiers like the FAD704TDP at a great price? Many people like you are searching for large capacity 70 pint dehumidifiers right now because not only is high humidity very uncomfortable to live with, it is also really bad for the health of your home! When you finish reading this article you will find where you can get a great deal on the Frigidaire dehumidifier you are looking for now.

But first, why should you buy a dehumidifier to protect your home from high humidity?

Humidity Control

Admittedly, a high moisture level combined with hot summer air will leave you sticky, hot, and feeling irritable - most people are well aware of the effect high humidity has on their energy level and their mood! But did you know that your home and porous furniture and other belongs can feel the ill effects of high humidity levels too?

Here are three common problems found when there is too much moisture in the summer air inside your home:

It can cause wallpaper to peel and paint to crack, peel, and chip. It can result in anything made of wood warping, particularly woodwork and trim, furniture, and expensive hardwood floors. The wetness creates the perfect environment for mold, mildew, and bacteria to get a foothold in your home and flourish.

The Environmental Protection Agency reports that the ideal relative humidity range for the home is between 35 and 50 percent. In this range, you will feel good, and so will your home.

A great way to maintain the suggested range is to buy a dehumidifier like the FAD704TDP with automatic humidity controls and set it to this range.

So, where to buy Frigidaire dehumidifiers for a great price?

A simple online search will return lots of sites featuring all sizes of dehumidifiers for sale, and they all offer the convenience of shipping them straight to your home. However, it can be a bit overwhelming to search through all of the stores on the internet, looking for the very best deal.

An easy alternative is to go straight to someone who has taken time to explore what is out there and who can let you know where to find the best combination of savings, coupons, free shipping, special time-sensitive offers, satisfaction guarantees, and everyday low prices. Only when you consider all of these things together can you be assured of getting the best overall deal when you purchase a dehumidifier.

Where to Buy Frigidaire Dehumidifiers FAD704TDP - Get the Best Price to Save Your Home From Humidity

Monday, October 10, 2011

Guitar Maintenance Tips - Temperature And Humidity Control

The care of the guitar is not difficult, but you can ruin your pretty valuable tool in a few weeks or a few simple rules for care.

The best way, guitar is your life can be extended, the temperature and humidity. High humidity causes the wood to swell and distort it, add a little heat, and melt the glue joint, not good. Low humidity leads to reduced to what the guitar cracks and seam separation. The heat expands and cold woodTreated. Temperature changes can also cause something called hair cracks or checking the temperature which, when fully developed small cracks guitar is like the tears of an ancient painting. This often happens when you bring in guitar from the cold in heated seats. Normally, the dust makes the guitar in a bad light, but in extreme cases, prone to leave the wood. If you take the guitar from a cold to warm room, try to leave a chance for a little 'heat up togradually.

Humidity Control

Winter and summer are the hardest on guitar. In winter, dry air from a heated house is particularly hard. It 'good to invest in a humidifier and keep the guitar in the same room as most humidifiers are not out of the room you are working or a whole house humidifier. In the summer, while many guitars heavily damaged the rear of the truck left, super hot. The heat causes the adhesive to prevent loosening, so that the guitar in the hot sun or somewhere veryheat.

Unless you want your guitar to resemble the sand dunes, avoid extreme temperature and humidity changes. Always keep your guitar from radiators, hot air ducts, freezing drafts, attics, garages, and so on. My friends guitars got ruined because his parents decided to store them in the attic while he was away, he had five. All of them got warped and now they are all useless. I felt very sad for him, because I know he at least paid a grand for each one of those guitars and he is not what you would call a rich person.

One of the best ways to survive the climate change is to buy a good guitar. Guitars made with aged, properly finished, air-dried, quartersawed wood are the best. Guitars made of cheap plywood are the worst. Usually American made guitars are of the best quality, they are made in the climate-control factories, unlike some cheapies made in Taiwan.

So as you can see taking care of your guitar is not hard, but you do have to be careful.

Guitar Maintenance Tips - Temperature And Humidity Control

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Indoor humidity: Can humidity level in your life?

The important thing to remember is that the perfect indoor humidity is not the same depending on where you live. If you live in a warm, humid climate like Florida, is 40% to 50%. If you live in a cool, dry climate, perfect indoor humidity between 30% to 40%. Some very dry climates such as in desert areas may even be lower, so you have room to add moisture in the air from a humidifier. Some people like wet, and some like it dry, it depends on who you talktoo.

Depending on body type and gene pool, the human body can lead to a climate that is needed to adapt. The human body is not good, with continuous changes in the back and forth. An example is as follows: the hot and humid climate in Florida, going in and out of the air conditioner can be harmful to health.

Humidity Control

If the humidity is above 50% for too long, you are likely to be a rapidly growing population of dust mites that affect allergy sufferers also experience.

AThe space, the moisture content in air is a strong smell of mold. Humid air is an ideal breeding ground for mildew, algae, mold and fungi that can cause health problems such as asthma and allergies. The best approach is to solve the problem because it does not improve with time. A temporary solution is a humidifier, until it solves the problem and to be rehabilitated.

The latest models of dryers on the market are equipped with humidity controls to keep theValues ​​below 50%. There are many manufacturers of humidifiers, go to Consumer Reports and people control the results of tests for what is best for your money to buy.

If you have one of those people who have problems with your breasts are due to low humidity, this is bad for you. I know that every winter a problem for many of my clients, because of dry skin, itchy eyes and dry breasts. Some people may get sick even from this state and I think it is aIndoor air quality problem, if only because of low humidity in the air. A humidifier can be of good quality to contribute to this condition in the winter season for all of us. A humidifier to help the moisture in the air again with this condition. They can also be programmed to work on your furnace, air conditioning or in the bedroom for this space.

There is also a good idea to have a good quality hygrometer you need to check the humidity in your home. As I mentioned in a previousParagraph of the population controls Consumer Reports for their latest test results, and the hygrometer is the best for your money. Do not buy a low-cost model your local dealer. The best thing is go to Google and search the Internet for "better quality hygrometer" for the right one. If you buy one, make sure that the price of more than $ 50. Remember, you get what you pay in hygrometer.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us or visit our website. We specialize inIndoor air quality for people with asthma, allergies, and the chemically sensitive.

Indoor humidity: Can humidity level in your life?

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

The monitoring and measuring the relative humidity

Laboratories and other environments that require very specific humidity (RH), you must be careful precautions taken when the rule conditions. Biological and pharmaceutical studies of incubation are examples of this type of environment. Even small changes in relative humidity have a dramatic impact on the product or result.

How RH is important for a process, should be closely monitored and measured. In addition, parts storage and shipping process must be controlledEnsure consistency. If not properly controlled, the productivity, quality and cost of a process can be adversely affected.

Humidity Control

One way to keep track of relative humidity is the use of humidity data logger. These compact tools allow continuous measurement of the RH during the entire process of production or research. The moisture data logger can help prevent costly errors, saving time and money. From beginning to end, so these valuable tools can help specific conditions during a criticalProduction process.

If you are considering humidity data loggers are devices that there are some important things to note. The data logger can just make a big difference in improving the process of doing. A high quality loggers also save time and frustration.

Proper certifications
First, all data loggers, it should be a manufacturer, duly certified and meets the required standards for their products to come. And 'the certainty that the device loginbe safe and reliable in any environment, must be used.

Moisture data logger should ATEX certification for Intrinsic Safety. They should also serve as FCC Class B digital device is certified. And perhaps most importantly, the software for all data logger with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 must comply. When the relative humidity levels are essential for the production, you should consult the logger is of the highest quality and standards.

Ease of Use
For maximum efficiency and maximum benefit fromYour humidity data logger, to ensure that all aspects require a little training and are easy to use. The device should be small, and wireless. This allows it to as close as possible to the product site, for more accurate results.

The included software should be easy to use. To save time and speed up the process of data collection. It can also accelerate high-frequency, data logger collection of data to consider. This type of devicecontinuously collect data so that real-time.

Flexible application
So make sure your device data logger humidity environments where you need to be used. High quality data loggers can be used in a temperature and environmental conditions. It should also be for any number of processes where you need to be using it.

With more flexibility, you can create a humidity logger that is compatible with other types of dataForestry machinery. If the production process requires a number of loggers, will be important that all with one software interface.

The monitoring and measurement of relative humidity can be critical in a sensitive production process or study. If accurate results are required, do not take risks. Implement a logger, humidity data in the system and get the best results.

The monitoring and measuring the relative humidity

Friday, September 16, 2011

How to manage the humidity in your home

Have you ever been out and just feels super hot, do not appear for the temperature too high? Well, this is due to moisture. It does seem as if it was much warmer than it actually is. That's why so many people is not the heat that will lead you to say, it's the humidity. Of course, the funny thing is that most people only talk about the humidity. Well, what's in your house? The humidity can be just as bad at home and outside. EventuallyThis means that you are going to run the air much more than trying to keep cool. I mean, why do you think a whole house dehumidifier. Sure, you can get that for some sectors, but try to carry themselves with a dehumidifier, to each of your room is not worth it. The purchase is one that goes to each room, at a cost of around way too much money. Today we reflect on how the dehumidifier is installed throughout the house and how much better can make your life speak!

First, awhole house dehumidifier is actually installed as part of the existing housing heating and cooling. This dehumidifier does not need help from you, which is another good thing. It measures the condition of your home, and say to himself, when the time comes on again. Not only that, but this whole house dehumidifiers have a way of cooling the outside air and puts it in the mix with the air your home. This gives you a mixture of fresh air outside in the process, maintainYour house smells great and less stuffy.

Humidity Control

This whole house dehumidifiers are easy to install and are really the best answer to all your moisture problems. The best thing about this dryer is, is there to help you control your indoor mold problems. Even if the shape is very difficult to get rid of if you have it, there are ways to keep in front of him. For example, you can actually use this dehumidifier to maintain the natural moisture in your home, inin turn will keep the mold growing in the home, or die than in the first place.

People are always looking for ways to save on cooling your home, and this could be one of the best ways of being. You can actually keep the house cool, and keep everything for free form only, from one of these humidifiers. No more sitting around the roast home, because it is so moist, the inside is. Take control of any problems that you could do with a time for all at the same time,You can keep the mold and save money. It 'really a win, win situation. If you want to save money, stay cool and keep your instrument for free just by adding a small unit at home, why not? This could be the answer that you and your family will be waiting a long time.

How to manage the humidity in your home

Sunday, September 11, 2011

The importance of the humidity sensor

A humidity sensor is a device that measures the comparative humidity in a certain area. While it is complicated, it is also important to our daily life. We will discuss how it works, and how our daily life is affected by it. Also, we will be describing the details of different prototypes.

Affiliated with humidity is water, and sensors are usually electronic, so we know that much. There are two types, an analog and digital sensor. For an mechanical one, three components are necessary. First, the exterior is made out plastic. Secondly, there is a small capacitor in the interior made of film-like glass or ceramics. The interior is insulated by a polymer. For a digital sensor, microchips are used instead of a capacitor and polymer.

Humidity Control

Polymer is a topic in itself. It has a biological synthesis which is perfect for absorbing and emitting. This affects the analog, making it intellectually simpler. The amount of water vapor in the air, is then absorbed by the Polymer material. This polymer is then based on the relative water vapor. This changes the scale of the electrical capacitor, which shifts the analog input.

A digital sensor has several chips. Some are essentially a data-loggers and other converters. There is also a small analog-in between the various chips. Data Logger chips, analog, digital moisture. This information is then transmitted to a chip that displays the information.

There are severalDefects in analog form. An analog contains a large amount of polymer in the polymer so that it wears out, changed the whole balance. Also, since there are many components of a calibration is necessary. To configure the unit with a lot through trial and error is difficult. Another problem is the current balance in the condenser. This leads to an increase in spending on electronics, but this also means less money.

There are many advantages for the digital world. The interior is notconsist of polymers, but is used as a protective sheath. This allows for efficiency, without the collaboration. In addition to the duration of the collaboration, is easily replaceable. In analog form, the polymer not only be filled in, must also worked.

In our environment we have built into our technology, a moisture sensor. Our air conditioning is needed to determine how much the temperature must be lowered. Modern dryers they use to stop the carthe proper time. Cars, our daily transportation, have one located in the exhaust manifold to control in-car temperature. Cutting edge jets and shuttles use them to control oxygen and temperature levels. Now with advance technology we have even learned how to determine which crops a block of soil can sustain.

In a world with many new concepts and ideas, possible insignificant ideas are tossed. However a humidity sensor is part of technology. They are necessary to maintain the infrastructure of our daily life. They will represent the future. Whether it is the latest tablet, or laptop, they are here and present.

The importance of the humidity sensor

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

How desirable to measure the humidity

In each house, it is important to have the right humidity during certain conditions, not only to feel comfortable, but also to stay healthy. But many of us, of course, to bring the issue of moisture and most of the time, you get a bad feeling in our homes, especially in extreme weather conditions. But there are several factors before we can decide what is the ideal humidity for our country.

The construction of the house plays an important role in knowledgeideal humidity. Houses built with a vapor barrier to keep more heat in the walls, which then lead to more moisture in the colder months. The baffles also help to prevent condensation in the walls. During the warmer months seem to homes without adequate ventilation results more water vapor through the walls, damaging them and causing mold on the walls.

Humidity Control

People are well suited to moisture, which varies from 20% -60%. But the ideal is, depends on theOutside temperature. When the outdoor temperature at 20 degrees Fahrenheit and above, the recommended relative humidity 35% -40%. When the outside temperature of 10 degrees, the humidity should be 30%. For 0, -10 and -20 degrees Celsius, the humidity should be 25%, 20% and 15%.

To control the humidity in your home, you can create a simple in this way. The first is three ice cubes in a glass of water. Stir a few times then wait threeMinutes. If the humidity is not formed outside the glass, this means that the air is too dry in your house, and you have a humidifier. Too much moisture on the contrary, it causes condensation on windows too much too often. It also causes deposits of mold and moisture on walls or ceilings. To ensure that you maintain the ideal humidity in the house and keep you and your home in good condition, remember to keep these tips in mind.

How desirable to measure the humidity