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This modern, simple design certainly isn't high tech. It works by way of natural diffusion and evaporation of water into the air. Photo: Shin Okada
There are a few reasons why humidifiers are essential in winter -- Not only are they important for your health, good for your skin and help to keep static electricity low, humidifiers can also protect your furniture. When humidity levels are low, germs fester and fabrics can deteriorate. (For proper humidity levels, see this helpful Apartment Therapy Re-Nest article.)
But as too many of us know, traditional humidifiers -- the kind we've all seen at Grandma's house -- are pretty darn ugly.
I spotted the Mast humidifier by Shin Okada on TreeHugger, and here's why it's totally cool: no outlet is required.
Made from thin slices of rot-resistant Hinoki, or Japanese Cypress, the humidifier absorbs water from the base and silently evaporates into the air, spreading a lemony scent throughout the home. According to the designer, the water will evaporate from this humidifier 6 times faster than from an open pan of water. Inspired by the mast of a ship, the result is a humidifier that could be mistaken for a work of art -- and doesn't rack up any extra expenses on your electricity bill.
It's not available in the U.S. yet, but it looks like you may be able to buy it here. The Mast will put you back 6,300 yen, or according to Google Currency Converter, about $69.87.
And don't miss Jaime's story on another natural way to purify the air in your home!
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This is supposed to be pleasing to the eye? I don't think so.
ReplyFirst of all, I could build something like this for a LOT less than $70.00 plus shipping, Secondly, I too am getting REALLY tired of wading through all of these self-serving posts that are actually advertisements. I know that they can get around the screening programs by hiding links with dashes and special characters. But, I would think that it would be worthwhile to have someone monitor these comment sections for a while and immediately take down these ads. They could also block the person's login name. Even though these people could change their login information, eventually it would become too much of a chore and they would give up.
ReplyI agree with you, Al. I am interested in people's comments and opinions about the article. I am so tired of wading through "I am a single lonely man," or, "I used to be fat until I discovered...".
ReplyLooks like you could make this with a few Sham-Wows and a pan of water.
ReplyWhat about mineral stains, I'm a singer and this just won't cut it in the cold of the northeast, one needs warm mist. Like most of the sharper Images gadgets, nice to look at, not very practical.
ReplyRoll up newspapers lengthwise , put them into a bucket. Works like a charm, and is great in a bedroom
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