Console evaporative humidifier. Works by adding invisible moisture to your environment by moving dry air through a saturated wick. Maintaining proper humidity levels between 30 to 50% in your home, office, and workplace has been scientifically proven to help prevent the flu and allergies. Proper humidity hydrates your skin, alleviates dry eyes, scratchy throats and can reduce snoring. It also protects fine furniture, musical instruments, collectibles and wood floors. Proper humidity makes you feel warmer allowing you to lower your thermostat setting which will save money. The MA1201 is a dependable, attractive unit that will meet and exceed all of your humidification needs. Use of a ceiling fan helps distribute moisture output.