People whine: “But it’s just boiled then re-condensed, how special can it be?” Very special, my friend. Distillation removes 99.9% of dissolved solids. That includes heavy metals like lead and copper.
Remember that whole Flint, Michigan situation? Nobody wants trace metals in their bedroom fog. Distilled water is basically the VIP security guard of H2O—nothing gets in unless it’s pure.
Yes, you can buy it for a buck a gallon. Or you can splurge on a countertop distiller and feel like a mad scientist. Either way, your lungs win.
The Cost Argument That Doesn’t Hold Water
“But distilled water costs money!” you whimper. Look, you’re probably spending $5 on a fancy latte that gives you jitters. Distilled water costs pennies per gallon for a night of silent, blissful breathing.
Plus, you’ll save on cleaning supplies. No more vinegar soaks. No baking soda scrubs. Your humidifier stays cleaner longer than a saint’s reputation.
And the math actually flips: hard water destroys humidifiers fast. Replacing a $50 unit every year is way more expensive than $30 of distilled water annually.
