--- product_id: 69562551 title: "Essick Air 1970 Humidifier Treatment (4 Pack)" brand: "essick air" price: "€ 89.08" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Essick Air" url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/69562551-essick-air-1970-humidifier-treatment-4-pack store_origin: IE region: Ireland --- # Controls bacteria & algae growth Concentrated formula: 1/6 oz per gallon 4-pack for long-term use Essick Air 1970 Humidifier Treatment (4 Pack) **Brand:** essick air **Price:** € 89.08 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💨 Keep your air pure and your space fresh—because your nose deserves the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Essick Air 1970 Humidifier Treatment (4 Pack) by essick air - **How much does it cost?** € 89.08 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/69562551-essick-air-1970-humidifier-treatment-4-pack) ## Best For - essick air enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted essick air brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Extended Freshness Pack:** Four bottles ensure your humidifier stays in peak condition season after season. - • **Breathe Cleaner, Live Better:** Effectively inhibits bacteria and algae to keep your humidifier fresh and odor-free. - • **Precision Dosage, Maximum Impact:** Use just 1/6 fluid ounce per gallon for optimal performance—efficient and economical. - • **Simplify Maintenance & Boost Longevity:** Regular use reduces buildup, making cleaning easier and extending your humidifier’s lifespan. - • **Compatible with Evaporative Humidifiers:** Designed specifically for evaporative units to enhance air quality without hassle. ## Overview Essick Air 1970 Humidifier Treatment is a concentrated bacteriostatic solution designed to control bacteria and algae growth in evaporative humidifiers. Using just 1/6 fluid ounce per gallon of water, it prevents unpleasant odors and microbial buildup, ensuring cleaner, fresher air. Sold in a convenient 4-pack, it supports long-term maintenance and optimal humidifier performance. ## Description Our Essick Air humidifier Bacteriostatic treatment helps to control bacteria and algae growth in evaporative humidifiers. When filling the humidifier, use 1/6 fluid ounce (approx. 1/8 capful) Bacteriostatic treatment per gallon of water. Repeat process when refilling. Regular use will eliminate bacteria/algae growth and keep your unit smelling good. Review: Very effective and a good bargain - I bought this product in the hope that it would make the Essick Evaporative Humidifier that I had purchased a couple of months ago actually useful. Now what do I mean by that? How could a bacteriostat make a humidifier useful? Here is my experience. I bought the humidifier because in PA, the winters are cold, the air dries out, and I was seeing large gaps form in my new hardwood floors. Gotta get some moisture into that air! I pondered a few solutions, such as a professionally installed whole house humidifier, but decided on the Essick humidifier because it was a bargain and it suggested being capable of whole house performance. It did perform reasonably well in that regard, however, I had to stop using the humidifier. Why? Because it was altering my sense of smell. I put regular tap water into the unit, I ran it 3 days, and then I started to smell smoke. There was no actual smoke. I was just experiencing phantom odors. Not just at home, but at work, out shopping, etc. I had no idea what was causing this. Googled it ... saw that I could have a brain tumor, seizures, early onset dementia ... oh boy. I doubted that it was anything major, but one does wonder. The timing of the onset of the symptom was a big clue, though, that it was no major medical problem. I discontinued using the humidifier and waited a while. After about 10 days, the phantom odors were decreasing in frequency. This was promising. After a couple of more days, they were gone. I refilled the humidifier and waited. Within about 4 days, the phantom odors were back. I turned the unit off and pondered. Then I came across this bacteriostat. I suspected that something about the water was the source of my phantom odor problems ... perhaps some low-grade bacterial or fungal sinus/olfactory infection. So I decided to give the bacteriostat a try. BIG WIN. First I disassembled the humidifier and cleaned the base with a mild bleach/water solution. Swished some of that around in the bottle. Bought a new wick even though the original one was only used about a week (the top portion of it was orange-ish ... gotta love PA water). Turned the humidifier back on and waited. It's been running a week now and NO PHANTOM ODORS. My nose is great, the humidity is back at good levels, and the world is filled with peace and prosperity. Ok I made up the last item, but I'm VERY HAPPY about the first two!! So, for a quick hit list of PROS and CONS: PROS: It WORKS! Whatever was being aerosolized and messing up my sense of smell, it's gone and I'm super happy. I was facing stopping use of the humidifier, because it was driving me nuts smelling burning smoke on and off all day long. Inexpensive. You only use about 10 mL total per filling for my humidifier model, and this is a good-sized bottle. I think it's going to last a couple of years. For the measurement part, buy yourself a small shot-sized measuring glass. It has mL and oz and cup markings ... you can probably get one here at desertcart or certainly at the Bed/Bath/Beyond chain. Should keep the humidifier cleaner. Not going to make any recommendations for you, but I'm sure that as it inhibits bacterial growth, it's going to make cleaning the unit easier and faster. Not so much to have to clean. Pretty blue bottle. Ok that's reaching for it. But blue *is* my favorite color. CONS: Pouring. To be fair, a full bottle of anything is hard to pour in small quantities. I have this problem all the time with a new bottle of olive oil that I want to drizzle over pasta. Having read of other peoples' issues when I received this product, here is the solution I came up with: Don't remove the foil seal. I made a puncture with a pen barrel for the pour hole, and a smaller puncture to allow air to escape while pouring with the pen point. MUCH easier to pour this way. Try it and see if it helps! That's it. I can't think of a single "nother" Con. You may not have experienced the weird olfactory issues I did with your humidifier, but when used as directed, this product is just going to improve the performance and healthiness of your humidifier. Highly recommended. A Crabseye favorite! Review: Works great, but does not prevent white dust - Product works excellent at preventing bacteria, mold and algae. Only a tiny amount is needed per gallon (1/2 teaspoon). Product says it's for evaporative units only. I used in cool mist humidifier without problems BUT it does not contain the needed demineralization product to prevent white dust. White dust became a problem so I'm switching back to cartridges as I don't know if both can be used together. ## Features - Use to control odors - Use to control the growth of bacteria and algae in humidifiers - Use only original Essick Air bacteria treatment for optimal performance of your humidifier - Use with evaporative humidifiers ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07FJ9483V | | Assembly required | No | | Batteries required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,125 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #27 in Humidifier Accessories | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (12,917) | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 8.73 pounds | | Item model number | 7V1970-4 | | Manufacturer | Essick Air | | Number of pieces | 4 | | Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 3.5 x 9.25 inches | | Volume | 32 Fluid Ounces | ## Images ![Essick Air 1970 Humidifier Treatment (4 Pack) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81NIXO4BKIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very effective and a good bargain *by L***K on January 25, 2014* I bought this product in the hope that it would make the Essick Evaporative Humidifier that I had purchased a couple of months ago actually useful. Now what do I mean by that? How could a bacteriostat make a humidifier useful? Here is my experience. I bought the humidifier because in PA, the winters are cold, the air dries out, and I was seeing large gaps form in my new hardwood floors. Gotta get some moisture into that air! I pondered a few solutions, such as a professionally installed whole house humidifier, but decided on the Essick humidifier because it was a bargain and it suggested being capable of whole house performance. It did perform reasonably well in that regard, however, I had to stop using the humidifier. Why? Because it was altering my sense of smell. I put regular tap water into the unit, I ran it 3 days, and then I started to smell smoke. There was no actual smoke. I was just experiencing phantom odors. Not just at home, but at work, out shopping, etc. I had no idea what was causing this. Googled it ... saw that I could have a brain tumor, seizures, early onset dementia ... oh boy. I doubted that it was anything major, but one does wonder. The timing of the onset of the symptom was a big clue, though, that it was no major medical problem. I discontinued using the humidifier and waited a while. After about 10 days, the phantom odors were decreasing in frequency. This was promising. After a couple of more days, they were gone. I refilled the humidifier and waited. Within about 4 days, the phantom odors were back. I turned the unit off and pondered. Then I came across this bacteriostat. I suspected that something about the water was the source of my phantom odor problems ... perhaps some low-grade bacterial or fungal sinus/olfactory infection. So I decided to give the bacteriostat a try. BIG WIN. First I disassembled the humidifier and cleaned the base with a mild bleach/water solution. Swished some of that around in the bottle. Bought a new wick even though the original one was only used about a week (the top portion of it was orange-ish ... gotta love PA water). Turned the humidifier back on and waited. It's been running a week now and NO PHANTOM ODORS. My nose is great, the humidity is back at good levels, and the world is filled with peace and prosperity. Ok I made up the last item, but I'm VERY HAPPY about the first two!! So, for a quick hit list of PROS and CONS: PROS: It WORKS! Whatever was being aerosolized and messing up my sense of smell, it's gone and I'm super happy. I was facing stopping use of the humidifier, because it was driving me nuts smelling burning smoke on and off all day long. Inexpensive. You only use about 10 mL total per filling for my humidifier model, and this is a good-sized bottle. I think it's going to last a couple of years. For the measurement part, buy yourself a small shot-sized measuring glass. It has mL and oz and cup markings ... you can probably get one here at Amazon or certainly at the Bed/Bath/Beyond chain. Should keep the humidifier cleaner. Not going to make any recommendations for you, but I'm sure that as it inhibits bacterial growth, it's going to make cleaning the unit easier and faster. Not so much to have to clean. Pretty blue bottle. Ok that's reaching for it. But blue *is* my favorite color. CONS: Pouring. To be fair, a full bottle of anything is hard to pour in small quantities. I have this problem all the time with a new bottle of olive oil that I want to drizzle over pasta. Having read of other peoples' issues when I received this product, here is the solution I came up with: Don't remove the foil seal. I made a puncture with a pen barrel for the pour hole, and a smaller puncture to allow air to escape while pouring with the pen point. MUCH easier to pour this way. Try it and see if it helps! That's it. I can't think of a single "nother" Con. You may not have experienced the weird olfactory issues I did with your humidifier, but when used as directed, this product is just going to improve the performance and healthiness of your humidifier. Highly recommended. A Crabseye favorite! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great, but does not prevent white dust *by S***S on February 15, 2026* Product works excellent at preventing bacteria, mold and algae. Only a tiny amount is needed per gallon (1/2 teaspoon). Product says it's for evaporative units only. I used in cool mist humidifier without problems BUT it does not contain the needed demineralization product to prevent white dust. White dust became a problem so I'm switching back to cartridges as I don't know if both can be used together. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Know how hard the water in your area is and if you are using the right filter *by A***P on December 16, 2025* If you have a room size humidifer , this treatment is VERY GOOD. I live in the Texas Panhandle and the water is very hard,. This treatment helps keep my very expensive filter working . I'm not saying it gets hard , but it does last a lot longer than most of my filters and I think it is the treatment that makes everything in my humidifer work better. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ie/products/69562551-essick-air-1970-humidifier-treatment-4-pack](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/69562551-essick-air-1970-humidifier-treatment-4-pack) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ireland* *Store origin: IE* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*