Wildfires can result in dangerously high levels of air pollution. Thus it is important to be prepared and know how to protect yourself from the wildfire smoke. Wildfire smoke contains dangerous small particles (PM2.5) that can cause serious health effects. So the next time there is a major wildfire (i.e. California), how can you protect […]
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What is Air Changes Per Hour (ACH) & How to Calculate
Air changes per hour (ACH) is an important metric to ensure a room has good air quality and proper ventilation. But what is air changes per hour and how exactly do you calculate ACH? What is Air Changes Per Hour? Air changes per hour is simply the amount of times all of the air in […]
The Best Place To Position Your Air Purifier
Where should I place my air purifier? It’s a common question every air purifier owner has. Where to position an air purifier can be a difficult decision. How does position affects its performance? Is it best to put an air purifier next to a wall? This post answers the question on how to best place […]
Can Activated Carbon Remove Formaldehyde?
Can activated carbon filters remove formaldehyde and VOCs? Earlier tests from Smart Air found that carbon can reduce VOCs from cigarette smoke. But formaldehyde and VOCs in general are particular concern for many people. We put activated carbon filters to the test by ordering formaldehyde straight from the factory and testing it against carbon filters. […]
Can One Air Purifier Clean an Entire House?
Several people have asked me if they can use one purifier to clean their entire apartment or house. For example, can I put a large purifier in the living room and avoid having to put purifiers in each room? The benefits would be great. This setup would be easier, cheaper, and less noisy, if the […]
Should You Sleep Next to Your Air Purifier?
Is it better to sleep next to your air purifier? Does the location of the air purifier in your room matter? To find out, Smart Air did seven overnight tests to see if the air closer to the air purifier is cleaner than other spots in the room. Put to the Test: Should You Sleep […]
Should I Run My Air Purifier All Day?
Some purifier companies recommend running your air purifier all day. But is that really necessary? If so, isn’t running the purifier all the time a big waste of your filters and energy? Test Method To get to the bottom of it, I set a Smart Air Cannon on a timer to turn on for two […]
Three Ways to Improve Indoor Ventilation to Combat COVID-19
Data compiled by the world health organization (WHO) shows that poor ventilation can lead to an increase in virus transmission. As such, improving ventilation indoors should be considered an important step in reducing the spread of viruses such as COVID-19. This article covers three simple steps to improve indoor ventilation and lower the risk of […]
Does Opening Windows & Doors Help With COVID-19 ?
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 and reduce coronavirus transmission indoors? Recommended Air Changes Per Hour Before we can say how effective opening windows really is, […]
Can HEPA Filters Release Dirty Particles Back Into the Air?
HEPA filters are great at filtering particles such as dust, PM2.5 and PM10. They also do an incredible job of capturing nanoparticles including viruses and bacteria. What HEPA filters don’t do though, is destroy the particles. This has lead to a lot of marketing hype and confused air breathers. Some companies claim they have superior […]
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