Does a water bowl on the heating help against dry air in the house?

We turn the heating back on more often and that often means that the air in the house becomes drier. Dry air can cause dry eyes, a itchy throat, sore lips and chapped skin. So annoying. As a solution, many people place a water bowl on the heating. But does that really help?

Little sense

According to a study by scientists at the University of Twente, water bowls are of little use. According to them, you should not fight dry air with humidification, because the cause lies elsewhere. Dry air is caused by poor ventilation, the researchers say.

Good ventilation is therefore the most important. Open the windows regularly, slightly or wide and preferably keep the temperature in the house below 21 degrees Celsius. When the temperature is higher, dust particles in chairs, sofas and carpets are released more easily and they float in the air. This can irritate your eyes and throat.

To clean

Still a water bowl on the heating? In any case, make sure you clean it regularly, otherwise it will become a breeding ground of fungi and bacteria.

Hygrometer

Curious about the humidity in your home? This can be measured with a so-called hygrometer. According to the RIVM The ideal humidity at twenty degrees in the house is between thirty and seventy percent.

Source: RTL News