“What’s the best air purifier on the market?” It’s a question that many of us might ask. There are thousands of air purifier models to choose from, so how can you find the best air purifier that’s right for you? This article covers those steps in a slightly unorthodox way. What’s the Best Air Purifier? Turns […]
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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 […]
Is an Air Purifier Needed for Every Room of a House?
Several people have asked me if they can use a purifier in the living room to clean their entire apartment. The benefit is that it’s easier to use just one purifier. Plus, noise isn’t an issue if the purifier is in the other room. But does it actually clean the air in the entire apartment? […]
How Long can the Coronavirus Survive on HEPA Filters?
Air purifiers with HEPA filters are highly effective at filtering out viruses such as the COVID-19 coronavirus. But viruses can remain on surfaces for scarily long periods of time. When thinking about viruses stuck in an air purifier’s HEPA filters, that sounds scary. It’s also led to incredible-sounding headlines about how long viruses last. But […]
Dyson Got These 3 Facts Wrong about CADR | Review
I’ve always admired Dyson’s engineering-first approach to product design, ever since my mum brought home our first Dyson bagless vacuum cleaner! When Dyson launched their Dyson Pure Cool Air Purifier, I was excited to see what new tech or super-efficient design they would bring to the show. But what I found was that Dyson hadn’t […]
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 […]
How do UV Light Air Purifiers Work and Can They Kill Viruses?
Air purifiers with UV lights have sprung up as a potential solution to disinfect the coronavirus. Also called ‘sterilization lamps’, they are advertising as being able to kill 99.9% of viruses. But are UV light air purifiers actually able to protect against COVID-19 and other viruses? UV Light Air Purifiers on the Market Today Terms […]
What Are Ionizer Air Purifiers and Do They Work?
The other day, someone on Quora asked whether ionizer air purifiers actually purify the air. This is an important question because ionizers are all over the place. For example, I was at a friend’s apartment in the US, and I saw his tower fan had an ionizer button on it: It’s also important […]
Can Plants Filter Out PM2.5 Air Pollution From Our Homes?
Can plants be useful substitutes for air purifiers? Data shows that plants aren’t great at removing VOCs from the air. Despite a NASA study showing that some plants like ivy, spider plants, aloe vera and bamboo palm could reduce VOC levels, real-home data shows otherwise. But how well can plants filter out particles from the […]
What Are HEPA Filters and How Do They Work?
The term “HEPA filter” can be confusing. What does HEPA stand for? What is a HEPA filter made from, and what actually makes it a HEPA filter? What Exactly Is a HEPA Filter? “HEPA” stands for “high-efficiency particulate air” (filter). It sounds complicated, but HEPA filters are nothing fancy. They were invented back in the […]
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