How to Clean a Humidifier |Basics | Better Homes & Gardens

[@HK8HK]

the base inside the jar filled with water can not be washed, this is the main reason. there is a layer of dust on the base.

[@isabelleparise5607]

I made some search and I am sharing. WARM MIST HUMIDIFIER Warm mist humidifiers use an internal heating element that boils water before releasing it into your environment as an invisible, soothing mist. Because this type of device heats water before evaporation, it can eliminate any bacteria or mold that may begin to grow in certain parts of the humidifier. This is one of the reasons why the warm mist humidifier is considered one of the healthiest humidifiers on the market.

[@mathijs8258]

I would be very carefull using bleach right after already using vinegar. Also make sure to read the instructions of your specific humidifier to see what they recommend about maintenance and cleaning.

[@Fractorification]

Baking soda and vinegar works best. Removes the moldy smell.

[@lew708]

I think that they should rename this video to How to clean and disenfect a humidifier…They are showing two separate processes here which should not be done together.

[@taosoni7197]

some one please help. I think I used the wrong oils, first eucalyptus oil then the essential oils. now its like the there is a build up that seems like its burnt on the inside and so I thought this will just be how the inside of my humidifier looks...so I just continue to drop the essential oils and turn it on but its like it doesn't blow nice and strong and also It doesn't smell so good. I want to say I have tried everything to get it cleaned but nothing.

[@theclockmax]

Be careful with the process. Seems a bit dangerous if you ask me. I think you’re better off getting a pre-mixed cleaning solution

[@Adeline9418]

All you need is vinegar. Don't need a brush. Put lid on and shake. They're making it complicated and dangerous!!!!!!

[@user-gy3yi1yu6e]

That does not remove slime at all in the tank. What I do is dump table salt in and a bit of rubbing alcohol and shake it. Removes all the slime deodorize it.

[@Adeline9418]

​@@user-gy3yi1yu6eactually all you need is to only use distilled water in it. That's it!!!