Cause of moisture
Like any indoor moisture source, indoor fountains help increase indoor humidity levels. Planting dense or heavy vegetation around the house reduces air flow and keeps humidity high. Cooking in a kitchen without a hood or showering in a bathroom without a ventilation fan also increases the humidity inside the house. Laundry rooms are also humid rooms, especially those where the clothes dryer is not air-conditioned. Living in a dry climate and central heating of houses and dry winter weather can cause health problems.
Moisture effects
According to the Environmental Protection Organization, the indoor humidity should remain between 30 and 60 percent. High humidity inside the house reduces the quality of the air you breathe. Failure to maintain a normal level of humidity is one of the main reasons for the growth of fungi and bacteria inside the house. Fungus and mold grow when fungal spores grow in areas of the house that have a constant source of moisture and high humidity. People with mushroom allergies can experience dangerous side effects from inhaling fungal spores, such as wheezing, difficulty breathing, coughing, itchy eyes, nasal congestion, and skin rashes. Fungal growth damages the structure of a home the longer it grows there. People in homes with very low humidity may experience chapped lips, nosebleeds, and dry sinuses.
Notable points
Reducing the indoor humidity level is important to keep the home environment healthy and free of fungus. People who want to put a water fountain in their homes may consider that the climate where they live is humid, and they should try to reduce the humidity level. Relative humidity can be reduced by using air suction hoods in kitchens and ventilation in bathrooms. To prevent side effects and fungus growth, regularly monitor your indoor humidity level. Measure your indoor humidity with an indoor hygrometer, available at a hardware store. If your humidity is too low, running a humidifier indoors can help add moisture to the air. Some indoor fountains are specifically designed as humidifiers, sending water particles into the air. Be sure to thoroughly clean your water fountain or humidifier to prevent dangerous bacteria from building up in the air when the unit is running.