Posts Tagged ‘HEPA air cleaner’
Preparing for Fall Allergies
With cooler weather comes the changing of the foliage, and the weeds and other plants that release pollen into the air. Don’t forget about the mold that will grow under those fallen leaves. These are just a few of the allergy triggers that resurface in the fall. We often think of the springtime as the…
Read MoreCan an Air Purifier help with Pet Allergies?
Many people ask if air purifiers really work and the short answer is YES!! Here is why: The purpose and main job of an air purifier is to cycle the air in your home and remove particles that do not belong, including pet dander!
Read MoreThe Truth About Candles
Unfortunately, candles are more harmful, even unlit, than we ever anticipated. When candles are burned, they release carcinogenic toxins like benzene, toluene and formaldehyde, just to mention a few. Paraffin candles (which are made of petroleum) and scented candles, are mass-produced and a very common trend, are actually dreadful as they cause the most issues with our health.
Read MoreWHAT IS A HEPA FILTER AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
What is a HEPA filter? HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air. These types of filters are incredibly effective at capturing particles that are as small as 0.3 microns. That’s as small as 1/84,000 of an inch! HEPA filtration was developed back during World War II, to capture radioactive particles released during the creation of…
Read MoreWhy do we need Air Purification?
Before we examine all the benefits of having air purification in an indoor environment, whether it be a home, an office, a warehouse, a medical building or a school, let’s have a look at what some of the common pathogens/ allergens/ triggers are that can be found lurking in the air we breathe while indoors:…
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