Showing posts with label family care humidifier. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family care humidifier. Show all posts
Friday, November 21, 2014
Cheap HAC-504 Radio Shack Humidifier Wick Filter
item works fine less expensive way to still be able to use my large humidifier the other ones are so expensive tyThe product was shipped within a few days and was exactly what I ordered. You can't ask for much more!!
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Cheap Holmes HWF100 Humidifier Replacement Filter
{NOTE: the Holmes HWF100 and Bionaire BWF100 are interchangeable}
I bought a bionaire humidifier that uses 2 of these wicks. They're a necessary evil, because the humidifer wont work without them.
My humidifier (a Bionaire BCM645) is basically a glorified self-refilling water bowl, with a pair of wicks dangling down into the water in the lower backside of the unit ... the wicks absorb water upwards, and the humidifier (basically a vertical tube with an exhause fan up up equipped with a humidistat) draws airflow in crosswise through the body of the wicks down below in order to blow humidified air out the top ... it's a simple design that sorta works.
The problem is that mineral deposits build up in these glorified (and overpriced) sponges, and they lose their ability to wick water upwards fast enough to keep up with the rate of evaporation ... the result is that they become dried out and crusty (and slowly stained with mildew), and only stay wet on the part that's dipped in the water.
Now, here's the annoying part, and why I only gave this product 3 of 5 stars ... they're needlessly fragile by design. The manufacturer WANTS you to keep reguloarly buying replacement sponges, just like inkjet printer manufacturers want to keep selling you overpriced ink cartridges. Even though I have fairly soft water, and use a carbon block filter, these wicks only seem to last me about 2 weeks per pair, by default, before they lose their ability to absorb/wick moisture and/or fall apart. Perhaps someday someone will make longer-lasting reuseable cloth replacement filters, but as of this writing, there dont appear to be any available ... because it's against the manufacturer's fiscal interests to make and sell such.
You can save money 2 ways:
1) SHOP AROUND: you can save as much as 50% by shopping around for the cheapest supplier, and scoffing at any implied manufacturer product loyalty. How ? The replacement filters for Holmes (HWF100) and Bionaire (BWF100) are functionally identical and interchangeable. They come 6 to a package (3 pairs).
2) RINSING: These wicks are rather fragile resist the urge to wring them out when rinsing them, or you'll damage them. Instead, fill a sink with body-temperature water, let them soak for 5-10 mins (to let the deposits soften & par-dissolve), then gently press them flat (while submerged) a few times. Then drain them (dont wring them) and reinstall. That should extend their performance by another week or so. Each subsequent rinse will yeild only half the benefit though. At best, you'll be able to double their lifespan.
Bottom line: I dont really recommend these wicks ... but if your humidifier requires them, there isnt much choice. However, if you use the tips I listed above, you can save up to half the cost, and make them last as much as twice as long.
Fortunately, just by stuffing the new filter into my machine, it worked Ok. I really hate returning stuff. It is just frustrating when they show a picture and you receive something else.
I bought a bionaire humidifier that uses 2 of these wicks. They're a necessary evil, because the humidifer wont work without them.
My humidifier (a Bionaire BCM645) is basically a glorified self-refilling water bowl, with a pair of wicks dangling down into the water in the lower backside of the unit ... the wicks absorb water upwards, and the humidifier (basically a vertical tube with an exhause fan up up equipped with a humidistat) draws airflow in crosswise through the body of the wicks down below in order to blow humidified air out the top ... it's a simple design that sorta works.
The problem is that mineral deposits build up in these glorified (and overpriced) sponges, and they lose their ability to wick water upwards fast enough to keep up with the rate of evaporation ... the result is that they become dried out and crusty (and slowly stained with mildew), and only stay wet on the part that's dipped in the water.
Now, here's the annoying part, and why I only gave this product 3 of 5 stars ... they're needlessly fragile by design. The manufacturer WANTS you to keep reguloarly buying replacement sponges, just like inkjet printer manufacturers want to keep selling you overpriced ink cartridges. Even though I have fairly soft water, and use a carbon block filter, these wicks only seem to last me about 2 weeks per pair, by default, before they lose their ability to absorb/wick moisture and/or fall apart. Perhaps someday someone will make longer-lasting reuseable cloth replacement filters, but as of this writing, there dont appear to be any available ... because it's against the manufacturer's fiscal interests to make and sell such.
You can save money 2 ways:
1) SHOP AROUND: you can save as much as 50% by shopping around for the cheapest supplier, and scoffing at any implied manufacturer product loyalty. How ? The replacement filters for Holmes (HWF100) and Bionaire (BWF100) are functionally identical and interchangeable. They come 6 to a package (3 pairs).
2) RINSING: These wicks are rather fragile resist the urge to wring them out when rinsing them, or you'll damage them. Instead, fill a sink with body-temperature water, let them soak for 5-10 mins (to let the deposits soften & par-dissolve), then gently press them flat (while submerged) a few times. Then drain them (dont wring them) and reinstall. That should extend their performance by another week or so. Each subsequent rinse will yeild only half the benefit though. At best, you'll be able to double their lifespan.
Bottom line: I dont really recommend these wicks ... but if your humidifier requires them, there isnt much choice. However, if you use the tips I listed above, you can save up to half the cost, and make them last as much as twice as long.
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This was delivered 2 weeks later than promised and it is not the same filter as shown in the photo. It is a cheaper version and did not have the round button attached to the filter like the original has. It had a plastic square that could be attached anywhere but really won't stay put when attached so I just left it off.Fortunately, just by stuffing the new filter into my machine, it worked Ok. I really hate returning stuff. It is just frustrating when they show a picture and you receive something else.
Best Deals for Holmes HWF100 Humidifier Replacement Filter
I have a hard time finding filters for my Sunbeam cool mist humidifier. These are a little long, but when trimmed they work fine. They come 3 to a pack and the unit needs 2 filters at a time, so I buy 2 packages at a time.Honest reviews on Holmes HWF100 Humidifier Replacement Filter
Walmart in my area, St. Louis carries the same filter but has Sunbeam package Filter # hwf100 / sf235 for $8.00 for the 3 pack. The package says different Humidifiers that it will fit. Holmes & Sunbeam are 2 of them.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Holmes HWF100 Humidifier Replacement Filter
I have had a Holmes tower humidifier for several years and it requires two of the HWF100 filters. This particular model forces air through the bottom at the back and through the filters out the top. I guess like most filters, the top of the filter dries out quicker than the bottom where water is absorbed. To get a longer life from the filters I reverse the filters top to bottom about 2 times per week. This extends the life of the filter about 2 times. Other brand filters don't live up to the quality of the Holmes HWF100. Prices vary so shop around.
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Discount BUL7933-NUM Humidifier
List Price: $134.21
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I've been looking for a humidifier without having to replace dirty filters periodically, and this humidifier came up in my search. I've decided to give this humidifier a try, and so far, it's working well with no dirty filters to replace and no bad smell from the humidifier at all.
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Cheap BestAir H65-C Holmes HWF-65 Replacement Wick Filter
I've been searching for a filter replacement for our humidifier for some time and finally found it. It fits like those made by the manufacturer (Holmes)and seems to work very well. All in all, a good value.
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Was unsure of the BestAir brand. But tried it because of the great price. It fit's my older model Holmes 1850 perfectly!Best Deals for BestAir H65-C Holmes HWF-65 Replacement Wick Filter
This filter was exactl what I was looking for to use with my humidifier..works like a charm..will be purchasing moreHonest reviews on BestAir H65-C Holmes HWF-65 Replacement Wick Filter
This filter is of good quality and at a great price. I would highly recommend this filter. We stocked up for next winter.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for BestAir H65-C Holmes HWF-65 Replacement Wick Filter
I have had good luck with these though others report spotty quality. For the price it is a good dealThursday, March 27, 2014
Crane Orange Drop Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Color - Orange Reviews
We like these so much we got two. We have one in the living room and one in the bedroom. We only put distilled water in it because we have learned our lesson with hard water. It is very quite, cuts down on static electricity in the room. We snore less because of the humidified air in the bed room. The best thing about it is that it is cold air humidity. It never feels hot and stick even when you sit right next to it.
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I chose this based on color alone, and it was supposed to be the deep orange shown here. The item arrived a very pale orange and doesn't Match the room whatsoever. It's too late to send back, not to mention it would cost me additional monies. There are others posted where the color is accurate by other sellers. They need to update the picture.Saturday, February 15, 2014
Review of Jarden HAPF300D-U2 Holmes Replacement Filter
List Price: $41.00
Sale Price: $26.85
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This product fits exactly in place and works well. I wish I replaced my filter sooner it was filthy. OEM has bracket attachment with "insert this way arrows" but this one has just black brackets not an issue since theres only one way to insert it.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Buy Serene House - Donut Black - Ultrasonic Scentilizer Aromatherapy
As per the instructions, the effect is best with room temp water. With that said, the effect is quite nice, and the music is soothing. The aromatheray strength is dependent on the oil used and the amount, however, can be effective. The reason for four stars is no remote. You plug a small hole with a device provided to turn off the musice. THe power and music holes are recessed and somewhat hard to reach. THe inside white water container has a max fill line which is worthless. This is due to it being white also and virtually invisible. It would have made sense to make the max line more visible. I have read reviews complaining it is a high maintenecnce devise. This is not any harder to take care of than washing a cereal bowl. I would recommend this, it just has a couple quirks as noted.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Buy Lennox Healthy Climate Aprilaire Space-Gard 201 Replacement Filter
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