Thermometers & hygrometers

How to choose a thermometer and hygrometer

For the saloon or living room, the comfortmeter (thermometer + hygrometer with the comfort zone marked) is the most useful instrument: at a glance you know whether to ventilate. If you already have a clock and barometer, the matching hygro-thermometer from the same series completes the classic Schatz 1881 trio. For façade, terrace or garden, Delite's enamel thermometers withstand sun and rain for decades. Mechanical hygrometers are calibrated at home with the salt method; we explain it, together with how to keep humidity under control on the boat, in humidity on board.

Frequently asked questions about thermometers & hygrometers

What is a comfortmeter?

An instrument combining thermometer and hygrometer that marks the comfort zone: the mix of temperature and humidity where the body feels at ease. Very useful on boats, in bedrooms and in cellars.

Why watch humidity on board?

Constantly high humidity invites mould and corrosion; low humidity dries out wood and seals. A hygrometer warns you before the problem becomes visible.

Are enamel thermometers suitable for outdoors?

Yes: enamel on steel withstands sun and rain for decades. That is why they are the classic thermometers for façades, gardens and terraces.