What filter/pad fits a Holmes HM-1000 humidifier?
The Holmes HM-1000 humidifier uses the HWF-55 replacement wicking filter.
Key takeaways
- Replacement part number: HWF-55 (Holmes).
- This is a portable-humidifier wicking filter.
- Replace once per humidifying season, or sooner if it's visibly scaled or discolored.
- A cheaper aftermarket filter can fit the same slot - check reviews for real-world fit before buying.
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The HWF-55 replaces (and is cross-referenced under) these part numbers: UFH55C, H55-C, HOL55FA, 43-5014-6, 43-5024-2, AXPPF-UFH55C.
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Frequently asked
What filter/pad fits a Holmes HM-1000 humidifier?
The Holmes HM-1000 uses the HWF-55 (Replacement Filter Wick for Holmes Portable Humidifiers - HWF-55), a wicking filter.
Is the HWF-55 a wick or a furnace pad?
The HWF-55 is a portable-humidifier wicking filter, not a furnace water panel.
How often should I replace the HWF-55?
We don't have a manufacturer-listed replacement interval for the HWF-55 - a common default is once per humidifying season, or sooner if it's visibly scaled or discolored.
Should I buy the OEM filter or an aftermarket one?
The genuine Holmes HWF-55 is the safe, exact-fit choice. A cheaper aftermarket wick or pad can fit the same slot too - check reviews for real-world fit and how well it wicks water before buying, since humidifier filters aren't independently certified the way NSF-listed water filters are.