Air Purifiers: Happier, Healthier Air for All
Whether it’s allergy season or a hot summer day, keeping the surrounding space clean is important. Studies have even found that the air inside your home might be dirtier compared to the great outdoors. Pets, cleaning products and cooking gases all contribute to the quality levels within your home. Thankfully, there’s a range of air purifiers to choose from to help keep your home healthy and happy. Depending on your preferences or needs, different filtration systems might be better suited to the space it’ll be placed in. Standard filtration systems pull particles through a pleated paper or mesh filter to trap them within the appliance. Newer models clean through a larger filter first, followed by a smaller one to ensure cleaning efficiency and longevity of the main filter. For cleaning, the filter within air purifiers comes in two main styles: permanent and washable, or needs to be replaced. Washable options are better for locking in dust, whereas replacement filters are better at removing pollen and other allergens. Though not as common, Electrostatic Precipitators models remove unwanted particles a little bit differently. Using an electric field and charges, pollutants are trapped onto a metal plate or filter. If you are thinking about purchasing one of these styles, you should note that they emit a small amount of ozone into the air as they run.
Choosing Between Filtration Options
Filters play an equally important role when it comes to choosing between air purifiers. HEPA, or High-Efficiency Particulate Arresting, filters are the most common option at Abt and are ideal for those who struggle with asthma or have allergies since these filters remove dust, smoke, pet dander and other unwanted particles from the air. Activated carbon filters absorb chemicals and other odors to promote cleaner-smelling air. If your home is filled with pets or children running around, then looking for an appliance that comes with a carbon filter might be the best choice. Some models come with both styles for maximized filtration. Regardless of which option you choose, it’s important to keep these appliances clean. Depending on the brand, some filters can last one to two years, so you don’t need to stress about replacing them often. Whether it's summer or winter, investing in high-quality air purifiers helps to keep pesky particles out of your lungs.
Don’t Forget the Features
If you like to conserve space, browse two-in-one appliance selections. Depending on the brand and style, some air purifiers double as fans, heaters or even dehumidifiers. Looking for something a little more unique? Ionizer options discharge electrons into the surrounding space, forming a negative charge. These charges then attach themselves to air molecules and attract pollen and dust. As the air flows around the room, the particles grow in size, in turn making it easier for air purifiers to remove them from the air. No matter which appliance you decide to go with, your home will be kept clear of unwanted pollutants and allergens. If you would like more information about air purifiers at Abt, contact our team of specialists at 800-860-3577. To learn more about Abt’s selection, check out our buying guide for air purifiers and dive deeper into what these appliances have to offer.
