Ron Kirk 
I spent three winters in a drafty apartment where the humidity dropped to 17 percent. My skin cracked, my sinuses burned, and every morning felt like I had swallowed sand. That is when I started testing warm mist humidifiers, and I have since run more than a dozen models through over 200 hours of real-world … Read more
When dry winter air hits, I reach for a humidifier before I reach for medicine. After testing more than a dozen units over the past three seasons, I keep coming back to one brand. The best Vicks humidifier delivers relief that actually lasts through the night, and brings more options than ever. Our team spent … Read more
When winter temperatures drop and you want the warmth of a real fire without the hassle of hauling wood, a direct vent gas fireplace becomes the obvious choice. These sealed combustion units draw outside air for burning and exhaust gases directly outdoors, which means they are safe for bedrooms, bathrooms, and modern tightly-built homes. Unlike … Read more
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