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Healthy Home: Enhancing Indoor Climate Quality
Did you know that we spend approximately two-thirds of our lives indoors, with a significant portion of this time spent within our own homes? Our homes serve as our sanctuary, a haven of comfort and relaxation for the entire family. However, unpleasant odors or harmful substances in the air can greatly affect the comfort level, and in some instances, pose a health risk. But what can you do to check, control, and optimize your indoor climate?
What factors influence the indoor climate?
These four factors influence indoor climate:
- Temperature
- humidity
- air quality
- Air circulation
You can controle all these factors. By regularly airing out the windows and adjusting the heating correctly, you can create a healthy basis for the perfect indoor climate in your home.
The perfect room temperature:
The perfect indoor temperature should range between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius. The sleeping areas are the cooler rooms between 18 and 20 degrees Celsius, while living rooms like the kitchen, living room, and dining room can be heated to 19-22 degrees Celsius. This is dependent on individual temperature sensitivity. In bathrooms, a temperature between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius is recommended.
Humidity, air quality and air circulation:
As for humidity, air quality, and air circulation, healthy individuals are advised to maintain humidity levels between 40-60%. Regular ventilation can help maintain this throughout the day. Ventilation also promotes air circulation and ensures fresh air supply, positively impacting air quality.
By the way...
Interestingly, clean air typically consists of approximately 78% nitrogen, 20% oxygen, nearly 1% noble gases, and 0.03% carbon monoxide (CO2). The CO2 content is crucial due to its toxic effects and should not exceed 1,000 ppm in a room. Exceeding this limit can lead to physical discomfort like headaches, fatigue, and concentration difficulties.
Numerous reasons to be aware of your own indoor climate. But how can you control and improve the indoor climate?
Testing indoor climate
As the indoor climate has a major influence on our well-being and health, there are a variety of devices that help us to optimize the indoor climate:
- Humidifiers
- air purifiers
- Air washers
- Room air sensors
But what is the difference between the devices?
Humidifiers, air purifiers and air washers
Humidifiers, such as the Oskar from Stadler Form, are essential for maintaining a healthy indoor environment, especially when the room humidity falls below 40%. These devices work by adding moisture to the air, ensuring a consistent level of humidity. The Oskar humidifier comes with an automatic shut-off feature and a night mode for added convenience.
Air purifiers, like the Viktor from Stadler Form, are designed to remove harmful particles from the air, including dust, pollen, odors, and germs. The Viktor purifier uses a sophisticated HPP filter system to clean the air, while its built-in activated carbon filter eliminates unpleasant smells. This makes it an ideal choice for allergy sufferers who struggle with poor indoor air quality.
For those seeking a two-in-one solution, air washers are the perfect choice. These devices combine the functionalities of a humidifier and an air purifier. The George from Stadler Form is an excellent example of an air washer. It works by pulling in dry air, passing it over a moist rotating disk, and releasing it back into the room. It also filters out dirt particles, making it suitable for allergy sufferers.
These devices are particularly suitable for households that already know how they can specifically improve their indoor climate. If you still want to find out, a room air sensor is suitable.
Room air sensor
To ensure you're getting the most out of your smart home devices, consider investing in a room air sensor. These devices, like the Netatmo Healthy Home Coach, analyze the quality of your indoor air and provide tips for improvement. The Netatmo sensor measures humidity, air quality, temperature, and noise levels every five minutes, notifying you when action is needed. With the ability to tailor settings to specific needs, such as those of an asthmatic child, this device can enhance comfort, health, productivity, and sleep quality.
The following video explains how it works in more detail:
You and your loved ones breathe in 12,000 liters of air every day. By controlling your indoor climate, you can positively influence a large part of this. You will find the right helpers in our store