The latest info and practical tips on protecting yourself from the Covid19 coronavirus. Information and open-data covering: N95 masks, surgical masks, DIY and homemade masks, air purifiers and disinfecting and washing masks.
With Covid-19, many of us are wondering how to properly clean our masks. Google searches for “wash N95 mask” and “wash KN95 mask” have sky-rocketed. Yet data-backed answers seem to be in short supply. The usual advice is to toss and replace masks instead of washing them. Let’s dive into …
Air purifiers with UV light are marketed as effective virus killers, capable of targeting viruses such as COVID-19. UV light technology including far-uv, far-uvc, and UVGI are advertised to kill 99.9% of viruses. One in every four air purifiers displayed as top results on Amazon is labeled as a UV-C …
Since COVID-19 started, there has been confusion about how to wear a disposable surgical mask correctly. But does wearing face masks the wrong way around affect their ability to capture viruses? Some online sources claim it doesn’t matter, like this one. Surgical masks are made up of 3 layers, and …
The ventilation and air circulation in a space can affect the persistence of viruses in the air. Data shows that having good indoor ventilation can reduce the chance of virus transmission. Armed with that knowledge, can something as simple as opening a door or a window help to fight COVID-19 …
Offices and the workplace can be breeding grounds for viruses such as COVID-19. In poorly ventilated spaces, not only do we experience dizziness and headaches, but it also increases the risk of allergies and virus transmission. This article will provide data demonstrating that enhancing office ventilation and airflow can help …
Data compiled by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that improving ventilation can lead to a decrease in virus transmission. As such, better ventilation indoors should be considered an important step in reducing the spread of viruses in offices and homes. This article covers three simple steps to improve indoor …
Find the right face masks to protect your health from air pollution and viruses such as COVID. However, the effectiveness and comfort of masks can greatly differ. In this article, we take a look at how to choose the best face mask and the factors you should consider when buying …
As confirmed cases of COVID-19 continue to increase, community containment, home isolation, and remote working force industries once again to face a slowdown and stagnation. For the past nearly three years, local confirmations, asymptomatic infections, epidemiological investigation, and nucleic acid screenings have invaded our lives. People may be anxious, terrified, …
The Smart Air team is all about open data – not only do we run independent tests, but we also run real-life tests! Recently, a UK customer shared her experience of purchasing a QT3 portable air purifier for her clinically vulnerable son to use at his school. The response was staggering – …
