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Advantages of Air Purifiers Without Filters

Most people realize as soon as they start shopping around for an air purifier that they are unwittingly going to have to sign up for the filter of the month club.

Or at least be willing to exchange the filters in their new air purifier pretty regular.

So it’s no surprise that given the expense of the air purifier and the expense of the replacement filters that the prospect of buying an air purifier that does not need replacement filters sounds good.

What are the Advantages and disadvantages of filter less air purifiers?

Advantages:

No Filter Replacements
Destroy Germs and Viruses
Work Well as a Whole House Solution

Disadvantages:

Can Leave Surfaces Dusty
Higher Upfront Expense

Most create low ozone is a byproduct

So What are the Advantages of Owning a Filterless Air Purifier?

1. The obvious answer is less expense down the road. No Ongoing purchasing and replacing filters.
2. Filterless air purifiers can destroy viruses and germs, something a filter cannot do.
3. Filterless air purifiers can cover a much larger square footage in most cases
4. They are much better at reducing odors and unpleasant smells.
5. Filterless air purifiers can be placed in the HVAC heating ventilation and air conditioning system without placing strain on the system.
6. They can also be used as a whole house air purifier or whole building solution.

What are the disadvantages of filterless air purifiers?

1. The number one disadvantage of filterless air purifiers is that most of them create ozone is a byproduct.
Ozone can build up in small areas and can be potentially dangerous to breathe.

2. They can leave the surfaces dusty. Since ionization is the primary technology for most filterless air cleaners, you can expect the surface of the walls around the air purifier to be extra dusty.
Ionization creates a situation where dust becomes too heavy to float and falls to the surface.

3. Small square footage. Stand alone Filterless ionizers create a small amount of ozone as a by-product.
They are meant to be placed and used for the specific square footage they are bought for.

The problem with that is you cannot regulate how people use the cleaners once they have them home.
Placing too large of a ionic air purifier into a small area can create much too much ozone.

4. Upfront expense. Even though there may be less expense in the form of replacing filters, most filterless air purifiers are more expensive up front.

5. Maintenance. Even though you are not replacing filters, there is usually some type of PCO UV module that has to be replaced.
And getting back to expense, the modules typically run higher than filters so you are still going to get to pay somehow someway.

Isn’t that the way it always is.

Also maintenance doesn’t just mean maintaining the air purifier, it can also mean more house cleaning in the form of dusting when you are using an ionizer.

Smart Air Purifiers

Going filterless is not the only way you can save money with an air purifier.

The best home air purifier utilize both filter and filterless technologies.

There are many air purifiers that combine different technologies better able to reduce and destroy indoor air pollution up to 99 .9%. it sounds incredible but nonetheless true.

Just like anything else you can buy the entry level model or you can get the Cadillac.

The Cadillac of air purifiers not only filters the air in the room, it treats it only when it is necessary.

And it does it all by sensors that measure the air quality and introduce as much or less air purification that is needed for the situation.

These air purifiers even come with their own app so that you can measure and control your air purifier with your phone.

The apps can even give you an update on your air quality and alert you when something has caused indoor air pollution to spike.

These smart air purifiers usually come with 3, 4, and 5 stages of technology to eliminate specific types of indoor air pollutants.

For instance, a plasma ionizer may be employed too neutralize and cluster together any bacteria that is in the air, then the HEPA filter would filter out the clustered ions or dust.

The Best of Both Worlds.

Another way multiple technologies can be used in an air purifier is to have a ultraviolet light targeting the filter to kill the germs that are trapped there.

Filterless In Duct Air Purifiers

One advantage of filterless air purifiers over HEPA air purifiers is they can become a whole house HVAC system for a whole lot less expense and wear and tear on your central heat and air system.

A big plus of having a filterless air purifier inside the ductwork verus a stand-alone filterless air purifier is that any ozone that is produced as a by-product will have dispersed and dissipated before it enters into the main airstream of the home or business.

This means that only clean, free of bacteria and virus air can move throughout your house without any worries of adding any irritants to your air.

There is virtually no wear and tear on the system and the amount of energy to run it amounts to about the same as powering a light bulb.

The disadvantage of filterless in duct air purifiers is that it usually takes a technician to install and to replace any module when it is time.

Though more than ever if you are willing to do the work yourself, you can find some induct air purifiers that install as easily as cutting a hole in the ductwork and screwing it in.

Plus these days there’s a instructional video available on YouTube for just about any type of installation.

Why is this so much better than putting HEPA filters in your HVAC?

Your HVAC needs air to be able to flow freely through the system in order to work efficiently.

HEPA filters are much too dense to allow air to flow freely in your system.

This can cause extra strain on your system which will mean more repairs down the line,

They also cost quite a bit more than a regular air conditioning filter.

And the energy to run your air unit will increase because of the restrictions to your air flow causing your electric bill to be higher.

Summary

Are air purifiers worth it?

Most consumers shopping for air purifiers, want to at least explore the possibility of going filterless when they find out how often and how expensive their filter replacement will run.

The advantages of going filteress include less expense in replacement filters and the capacity to eradicate germs not just capture them.

While the disadvantages a filterless air purifiers are primarily related to the buildup of ozone as a by-product.

We also mentioned that going filterless is not the only way to save money, there are many smart air purifiers available that use multiple technologies but do so only when is needed so that the life of

your filters and air purifier is lengthened.

Also for those who need a whole house air purifier, an induct purifier utilizes the HVAC system to provide a ozone free and filterless way cleaning

the air in the whole house.

What Does Ion Mean On A Fan? The Surprising Truth About Ionizing Fans

Quick Answer: The “ION” button on a fan activates a negative ionizer, which releases charged particles to help remove airborne contaminants. Ionizing fans are generally safe, but they’re not the most effective way to clean the air — and as fans, they often underperform when trying to preserve ion output.

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What Does the Ion Button on a Fan Do?

Ever noticed a mysterious “ION” button on your fan? It’s not a gimmick — it’s a negative ion generator (ionizer) built into the fan. When switched on, it releases negatively charged ions into the air while the fan blows to cool you.

Ionizers are designed to help clean the air by targeting contaminants like pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold spores. The idea is that as the fan circulates air, the ionizer adds a layer of purification.

How Ionizers Work

The science comes down to polarity. Negative ions emitted into the air attract positive ions, and when they snap together, they trap airborne pollutants in the process.

The combined particle becomes too heavy to stay airborne.
It falls to the floor or onto a nearby surface, removing it from your breathing zone.

Many people describe the air from an ionizer as “fresh” or similar to the calm, clean smell after a thunderstorm. That’s because thunderstorms produce natural negative ions.

About Ozone

Ionizers can produce ozone as a byproduct, which in large amounts is unsafe to breathe. However, ionizing fans produce very little ozone, and what they do produce dissipates quickly thanks to the fan’s airflow. They are not considered ozone generators and are safe for normal household use.

What is Grey Wall Syndrome?

Grey Wall Syndrome (also spelled “Gray Wall Syndrome”) is a side effect some people notice when using ionizers, including fan ionizers.

Negative ions attach to particles like dust, dander, smoke residue, and mold spores.
These charged particles are drawn to grounded or statically charged surfaces, such as painted walls, ceilings, or electronics.
Over time, you may see a grayish halo, patch, or ring where the ionizer’s airflow is concentrated.

Electronics like TV screens and computer monitors are especially prone because their static charge attracts these particles even more. On a black or glossy screen, the dust can be visible in just a few days, forming speckled patterns or a hazy film that’s harder to wipe clean.

How to minimize Grey Wall Syndrome:

Dust and vacuum regularly in the ionizer’s airflow path.

Reposition the fan so the ionizer isn’t aimed at one wall or object.
Use the ionizer feature only when needed instead of running it 24/7.
Pair the fan with a HEPA filter air purifier to capture more particles before they settle.

The Problem with Fan Ionizers

As Ionizers

Ions have a very short life span. When you blow them across the room with a large fan, most dissipate quickly and never have the chance to bond with airborne pollutants. Ionizers work best close to where the ions are released — usually within 100–150 square feet in ideal conditions.

As Fans

To try to give ions a better chance, fan ionizers often run slower on lower speeds. This preserves ions but makes the fan less effective at cooling. Even at low speeds, ions dissipate quickly, so you end up with a device that’s not performing well in either role.

My Verdict

Some technologies just don’t pair well together, and I believe ionizers and standing fans are one of those mismatches. You’re better off choosing a machine based on its strength:

Want cleaner air? Get a dedicated air purifier with proven filtration (HEPA, activated carbon, or a quality standalone ionizer).
Want cooling? Get a well-designed fan that moves air efficiently and quietly.

If the ionizer is strong on its own and you don’t care about using the fan part — fine. But if you’re expecting both excellent air cleaning and cooling from the same unit, you’ll likely be disappointed.

Summary: The ion button on a fan activates a negative ionizer that’s safe to use but has limited air-cleaning benefits. Grey Wall Syndrome — dust buildup on nearby walls or electronics — is one side effect to be aware of. For best results, use a separate air purifier for cleaning and a separate fan for cooling.

The Exception — Bladeless Fan Purifiers

While most fan + purifier combos fall short, there is one style of fan that actually delivers on the promise of cooling and cleaning the air at the same time: the bladeless fan. Popularized by Dyson, these fans use a completely different design than traditional bladed fans, and it’s this difference that makes them far more effective as a combo device.

Here’s how they work: Air is drawn into the base of the unit through an intake. Inside, it passes through a HEPA filter to trap fine particles like dust, pollen, and pet dander, and often through an activated carbon filter to reduce odors and VOCs. Once filtered, the air is pushed upward and expelled through a narrow slit in the fan’s hollow ring. This creates a smooth, continuous stream of air that also pulls surrounding room air along with it — a process called the Air Multiplier™ effect.

Because the air is pulled in and filtered first, then pushed out for cooling, bladeless fans avoid the problem that plagues ionizer fans and other combos. Instead of working against themselves, the airflow path and purification system are aligned to do both jobs well.

Benefits of Bladeless Fans

True air purification — Removes airborne dust, allergens, and even some odors before sending air back into the room.
Safe for kids and pets — No exposed blades to touch or catch fingers and paws.
Even, smooth airflow — No buffeting effect like traditional fans with spinning blades.

Year-round use — Some models also function as heaters in the winter.

If you really want a fan that doubles as an air purifier, a bladeless model is the best option. The Dyson Pure Cool is the flagship choice, offering HEPA + carbon filtration, oscillation, and app controls. For those on a tighter budget, the Lasko 2505 Ionizer Fan is a more affordable tower fan with some air-cleaning ability, though it uses ionization rather than true filtration.

Ionizer Fan vs. Bladeless Fan Purifier

Feature	Ionizer Fan	Bladeless Fan Purifier
Air Cleaning Method	Negative ions attach to particles so they settle on surfaces	HEPA (and often carbon) filters capture particles and odors
Cooling Performance	Similar to a traditional tower fan; works best for direct airflow	Smooth, even airflow using Air Multiplier™ effect
Effectiveness	Best for small, close-range spaces; limited whole-room cleaning	Effective for cooling and purifying medium-to-large rooms
Maintenance	No filter changes, but needs regular dusting (Grey Wall Syndrome possible)	Requires periodic filter replacements; minimal dust on walls
Price Range	Typically $60–$120	Typically $300–$600+
Example	Lasko 2505 Ionizer Fan	Dyson Pure Cool

Wearable Ionizers: Clean Air On the Go

If you like the idea of breathing cleaner air but don’t want to rely on a full-sized ionizer fan, a wearable ionizer might be the perfect solution. These portable devices hang around your neck or clip to your clothing and create a personal bubble of cleaner air wherever you go.

How they work: Wearable ionizers use a miniature negative ion generator to emit a constant stream of ions directly into the air around your face. This short-range approach is where ionization works best — the ions attach to airborne particles almost immediately, causing them to drop away before you inhale them.

Benefits of Wearable Ionizers

Personal protection — Cleans the air right in your breathing zone.
Portable and lightweight — Many weigh less than 2 ounces and can be worn all day.

No filters to replace — Just recharge and go.
Quiet operation — No fans, no moving parts, just silent ion generation.

Wearable ionizers can be especially useful for people with seasonal allergies, those traveling through crowded public spaces, or anyone sensitive to dust, dander, or pollution. While they’re not a replacement for a full-room air purifier, they’re one of the few ways to bring air purification with you anywhere.

Top Pick: The AirTamer A310 is a leading wearable ionizer with a sleek design, long battery life, and strong customer reviews. It’s a simple, effective way to enjoy the benefits of ionization wherever you are.

FAQ

Do ionizer fans really purify the air?

Only to a limited degree. Ionizer fans release negative ions that attach to airborne particles, making them too heavy to stay in the air. However, the fan’s airflow often blows these ions away before they can bond effectively, and the particles simply settle on nearby surfaces instead of being removed from the room.

Do ionizer fans create ozone?

Most modern ionizer fans produce little to no ozone — well below the levels considered harmful by the EPA. Any small amount generated is quickly dispersed by the fan’s airflow. Still, ionizers are not recommended for people with ozone sensitivities.

What is Grey Wall Syndrome?

Grey Wall Syndrome is dust buildup on walls or nearby surfaces caused by ionizers. Negatively charged particles are drawn to grounded or statically charged surfaces, leaving a grayish halo over time. This effect is even more noticeable on electronics like TV screens and computer monitors.

Are bladeless fans better than ionizer fans?

Yes — bladeless fans with HEPA filtration actually draw air through a filter before blowing it back into the room, allowing them to cool and purify simultaneously. Ionizer fans, on the other hand, often compromise both functions.

Do bladeless fans remove odors?

Many bladeless fan purifiers include an activated carbon filter in addition to the HEPA filter. Carbon filters can absorb odors, smoke, and some volatile organic compounds (VOCs), though their effectiveness depends on filter size and airflow speed.

Are bladeless fans safe?

Yes. Bladeless fans have no exposed spinning blades, making them safe for children and pets. The air is moved by an enclosed impeller in the base, which is inaccessible during operation.

Are bladeless fans worth the price?

If you want a fan that truly cleans the air while cooling, a bladeless fan with HEPA and carbon filtration is one of the few options that works well. While they cost more than traditional fans, they combine two devices in one without sacrificing performance.

Best Ways of Removing Pet Hair From Air

I love my animals. Two dogs and two cats.

One of the dog stays outside 90% of the time and has a designated bed when she comes in the house.

But the other dog pretty much has free reign to the house.

Likewise, one of my cats stays in the house all the time and one of my cats lives in the garage.

We have a unique situation in that my wife is allergic to dogs and cant touch them without immediately washing her hands.

And I’m allergic to the cat in the garage.

Granted there are Hypoallergenic house cats that don’t shed a whole lot including the
1. Siamese
2. Bengals
3. Bombay
4. Russian Blue

And believe me if I were better at looking for a cat as a pet, I would definitely have chose one of those.

But that is not how the cat in the garage came to live with us.

And that is definitely not the kind of cat we have in the garage.

The cat in the garage is named Merida and Merida sheds more than any animal I’ve ever seen.

You cannot pet that cat without getting hair all over your hands and your clothes.

Needless to say, I’m in a constant sneezing and running nose dilemma whenever I’m in Merida’s domain.

And since I do tend to work in the garage quite often I’ve had to figure out a few things so that me and Merida can coexist.

Here’s a few things I can tell you first-hand:

Some of the Best Ways to Remove Pet Hair from Air
1. Grooming
2. Restricted Living Space
3. Cleaning
4. Air Purifiers

1. Grooming

This is the number one way I have found to keep the hair from getting all over the place. I bought a pet hair brush that removes a crazy amount of hair off of the cat at one time.

I open the garage door, step outside with the cat and go to town brushing her The cat loves it and she leaves a whole lot less hair around the garage when I do this regularly.

The dogs are a different story though.

Although the outside dog is a lab mix and doesn’t get too many baths,

The little dog in the house has to have regular haircuts and regular baths or he just becomes right out nappy.

That’s when the sneezing and itchy eye craziness gets out of control for my wife.

It is amazing how much better it is for her when the dog is groomed and bathed.

And It’s a lot better for him also, because everybody wants to pet and hold him a lot more when he’s clean.

2. Restrict the living area of your pets

Keeping the dander down and out of the air is a lot easier when the animal has their own confined space.

There is no way we could live with Merida if she stayed in the house all the time.
That being said, we do let her come in the house and visit everyone,

but she primarily stays in the garage and its primarily because of the amount of cat hair that she leaves everywhere. (she does have some issues with using the litter box regularly but that’s a different article, you can read more about that here)

Keeping the allergens at Bay by keeping the cat outside is one plan that works for us and especially me.

3. Cleaning

Baby wipes for pet hair

This one works particularly well for my wife. Giving the dog a mini bath with baby wipes helps quite a lot towards keeping her from getting allergy crazy when the dog is around or she when pets the dog.

I’ve seen some wipes for cats on Amazon but I have not tried them.
Seems like a pretty good idea but I can imagine it’s kind of hard bathing the cat with them when the hair is falling off everywhere.

Hand Sanitizer for cat dander

We also keep a bottle of hand sanitizer around. It’s an easy go to when you don’t have access to a sink right away after you been touching the animals.

Vacuum for pet hair

Pet hair tends to accumulate and get all over the furniture and the Carpet and the hardwood Floors.

Everyone who has a cat has probably experienced vacuuming the floor and couch only to discover an insane amount of cat hair in the vacuum dump canister after they are done.

I got a Hoover Rewind from Walmart for vacuuming. Like I said before it’s crazy how much cat hair that thing picks up.

Keeping the floors and the furniture vacuumed is one of the best ways to keep the pet hair out of the air.

Keeping the house clean will keep pet allergies down quite a lot.

But one thing to remember about sweeping and vacuuming is that you are kicking the dust and dander back into the air when you do so.

4. Air Purifier for Cat Hair

That leads to the next solution to keeping pet hair out of the air.

An air purifier placed in the right spots we’ll keep the ambient air ,the air you breathe free from airborne allergens including dog and cat dander.

Using a air purifier equipped with a HEPA filter will capture particles as small as .3 microns.

What is the Micron size of pet dander?

The Micron size of pet dander is typically about 5 up to 10 microns.

Which is well in the range of the capacity of the HEPA filter.

Pet dander is actually the bacteria that makes it to the air via your pets shedded fur.

It’s the part of the fur that people are allergic to.

Though a HEPA air purifier can filter out particles as small as bacteria,

they are not meant for larger debris like animal fur.

The solution is to make sure that any air purifier you buy has a pre-filter to capture all the big junk before it gets into the HEPA filter.

A pre-filter is typically made out of plastic and is easily washable.

A lot of people still have the ideal that air purifiers are gimmicky or dangerous.

Today’s air purifiers are very sophisticated and capable of eliminating about every type of indoor air pollution there is.

Is it okay to leave an air purifier on all the time?

Yes and no.

Of course you can leave your air purifier on all the time but there is a few things you may want to take into consideration.

1. HEPA air purifiers can only cover a small amount of space. It is more practical to keep it on only when you are in that particular space.

For instance, an air purifier will help you sleep by keeping the air that you breathe clean while you are sleeping,

But if you’re not there to breathe the clean air, you’re only using energy and shortening the life of the air purifier and the replacement filter.

A better solution to running your air purifier all the time is buying an air purifier with built-in air quality sensoring.

As I stated before, many air purifier brands have become quite sophisticated.

Many Brands come equipped with indoor air quality sensors to monitor your air.

The sensors communicate with the air purifier so that it only runs as much or less as needed.

These are air purifiers are typically outfitted with the latest app so that you can control your air purifier and find out what the air quality is of your home right from your phone.

2. Some air cleaners use ionizers that can create low amounts of ozone. Ozone can build up over time. That is one of the particular reasons that the EPA discourages the use of ozone as a domestic air cleaner.

Is Ozone Dangerous for Pets?

Ozone is not meant to breathe in any kind of large quantity. That goes for human lungs and animal lungs.

Ozone should only be used as an air purifier for remediation use and when there is no one around till the ozone clears out.

My animals are a big part of my life as I’m sure yours are,. but sometimes getting along with them requires a little more help in the air quality Department.

Keeping your animals groomed and your house clean,

as well as running a good HEPA air purifier will help go a long way in keeping your air free of hair and your allergies from going haywire.

Peace.

Do Air Purifiers Make the Room Cold?

It can be confusing sifting through all the products and appliances that deal with airflow.

There are a lot of misconceptions and questions that people have , for instance,

Does an Air Purifier make the room cold?

The answer is:

No an air purifier does not make the room cold. It is a device to clean the air and not cool it down.

Most air purifiers do have a fan, but the fan is not in place to blow air out, rather pull air into a filter.

The point is , with so many different types of devices and machines that have similar names and all deal with the air somehow,
knowing what each one is and what it does can take some research.

Hopefully this article will add some clarity and help clear up a few of the misconceptions that people can have when they need a specific appliance for their air.

Air Purifier

A air purifier is a device that purifies or cleans the air through different means, primarily filtering. Air purifiers are also called:
1. Air Cleaners
2. Air Sterilizers
3. Air Scrubbers
4. Air Ionizers
5. Air Filters
6. Ozonators
7. Odor Removing Machines
8. Negative Ion Generators

Like we stated in the beginning of this article, air purifiers or not the same as Air conditioners. They primarily clean the air where as an air conditioner cools the temperature of the air.

Dyson has an air purifier that is an exception to the rule. It cools the air and filters the air in the same unit. You can check it out here.

All air purifiers are not made the same and they do not all use the same technology to clean air.

Before purchasing an air purifier, you should do a little research to find out which air cleaning technology is right for you. You can find a good resource here.

Air conditioner

Air conditioners are devices or machines that condition the air in the room to be cold or cooler. Different types of air conditioners include:
1. Window air conditioners
2. Central air conditioners
3. Ductless air conditioners
4. Portable air conditioners
5. Heat pumps.

One question we get regularly in regards to these units is:

Can a Air Conditioner Make you Sick or Give you a Sore Throat?

The answer is yes,

The air conditioner housing , being dark and humid can provide an excellent environment to grow mold and bacteria.

A poorly maintained and uncleaned air conditioner can introduce mold and airborne allergens into the air each time it turns on.

This explains why your allergies can flare up and you feel sick when the air conditioner is on.

This can be noticeable especially at the beginning of the season after having not use the unit for a while.

As you can see,

That is just another reason why it can be confusing determining whether you need a air purifier or an air conditioner.

If Air conditioning can be a contributing factor in the air quality of the home or office,

then it only makes sense that an air purifier for air purification should go hand-in-hand with air conditioner.

Luckily they’ve got you covered. You can take a look at those kinds of products here.

Can an air conditioner be used as a air purifier?

Can an Air Conditioner Filter Pollen?

Yes your central air conditioner can filter out pollen provided that you are using the right filter for it.

But it is important to remember that a filter that is capable of filtering out pollen and bacteria is going to be very dense and is going to cause your air conditioner to work extra hard.

That will add to your energy cost and take away from the life of the air conditioner.

Air conditioning filters are primarily put in place to protect the air conditioner itself , although they do help keep air pollutants from circling through the building to a point.

Humidifier

The humidifier is another airflow machine that can be confusing to understand what it does and whether or not you need it.

A humidifier adds humidity to a room by converting water into a mist that blows from the machine. There are 5 basic types of humidifiers including:
1. Cool Mist
2. Ultrasonic
3. Warm Mist
4. Evaporative
5. Vaporizers

Does a humidifier Cool the air?

A cool mist humidifier has a cool Vapor that comes from it so technically you could get a little bit of cool air on You by sitting next to it,

But that’s not really the point, that is just a side benefit and it only works with a cool mist humidifier.

The purpose of a humidifier is to add moisture to your room to counter the effects of dry climate like dried out nasal cavities and chapped lips,etc.

Humidifier uses:

Dry air can come with a lot of negative symptoms.

Humidifiers can help alleviate many of the problems and symptoms related to living in a dry climate.

Conditions like:

Bloody noses
Dry skin
Congestion
Chapped lips

To name a few.

Humidifiers can also be a great way to get a better more peaceful night’s rest.

They can also help reduce snoring and sleep apnea.

A Humidifier running in the bedroom at night will also add a little white noise.

White Noise has shown to help some people sleep deeper and for longer periods of time.

Dehumidifier

A dehumidifier is a device that extracts humidity from a room.

Many people have the opposite problem from dry air.
They live in climates that are extra humid for most of the year.

This is another appliance that causes a lot of confusion when you’re talkin about air conditioning.

Will a dehumidifier help cool a house?

Yes and no. A dehumidifier does not produce cool air but it does reduce humidity and humidity will cause the house to feel muggy and warm.

It will also take the strain off of the air conditioner so that it feels like your air conditioner is working much better.

An air conditioner can work twice as hard in and environment where there is a lot of humidity.

If you ever have been down south in the summer you know what I mean. You can turn your air conditioner on full blast and not feel like it is on.

Other Benefits of Using a Dehumidifier:
1. Mold reduction
2. Home stabilizing
3. Dust mite reduction
4. Reduces indoor air pollution
5. Lower your energy cost.

Humidity helps provide the ideal breeding ground for mold. Mold can bring about a whole host of household problems.

1. Mold can rot your wood. When the beams in your home get wet they can become weaker over time.
2. Dust mites live and thrive in humid conditions. Dust mites can invade your bedding and your furniture making your home “allergic”.
3. Mold spores along with a thriving dust mite community can cause the air in your home to be very poor.

Does a dehumidifier clean the air?

No it will not technically clean the air but it can help keep the home dry so that many of the air pollutants that thrive and grow in humidity will never become a problem in the first place.

How can a dehumidifier save you money?

1. By reducing the amount of maintenance and repairs caused by mold.

2. Air conditioners have to run twice as hard when there is high humidity.

A dehumidifier will help the air conditioner run easier. That will prolong the life of your air conditioner and lower your electric bill.

Summary

This article has hopefully helped introduce to you the differences between a air purifier, air conditioner, humidifier, and a dehumidifier.

And cleared up some of the misconceptions about which of these appliances cool the air.

Do Air Purifiers Remove Odors?

No one likes a stinky smell. But when you think about it, that is kind of the point.

A foul smell is almost always a warning that something isn’t right in the state of Denmark.

But have you ever thought about how it would be live without the sense of smell.

Smell is actually very important to our survival.

So many dangers like rotting food , gas leaks, etc are averted everyday because of the basic function of smell.

Our noses are actually one of the best natural alert systems to keep us aware the possibility of danger.

But of course there is such a thing as lingering odors that continue to assault your membranes after the source of the rotten smell is found and eradicated.

Odors like cigarette smoke, that end up turning into third hand smoke and leave there unpleasant aroma everywhere for months and years to come.

Do air purifiers remove odors?

Yes there are air purifiers that utilize a technology called activated carbon that will absolutely absorb pungent odors. Pet smells, third hand smoke, lingering cooking odors, and gases.

Even more importantly . Activated carbon is capable of absorbing odorless gases.

But An air odor eliminator machine will remove odor from the air as long as you understand that it can only do so much.

What I mean is:
it will not clean the kitty litter for you.
It will not dispose of rotten food for you.
It will not do the dishes.
It will not scrub the kitchen.
It will not clean the toilet.

You get the point. So many odors are basically trying to tell you to take the trash out.

And eliminating these odors, like it or not, would not be the best thing for you.

Imagine if you could not smell bacteria and mold growing in the trash can or the sink.

How long would it take for someone to get seriously ill from it?

But there are many odors that you are fundamentally not able to do anything about.
Vocs are odors that usually come from chemicals around the house and office.

Consumer products like solvents and adhesives including carpet adhesives
can put off a bad smell as well as give you headaches and other adverse health reactions.

Other vocs around the house include natural Gas, wood stoves, chimneys,etc.

Are activated carbon air filters safe? Are they dangerous?

No activated carbon filters are not dangerous. On the contrary, they are one of the safest means of air purification available.

Carbon is one of the main elements of the Earth’s crust. When it is heated to right temperature it becomes extremely porous.

What do carbon air filters do?

Carbon Filters are so porous that they are able to capture particulates as small as gas.
And are is particularly good at absorbing odors.

People have been using carbon as a filter for water for literally thousands of years.
Another one of its popular early uses was for the decoloration of sugar.

Though today, its primary market is water filtration, it’s also used and multiple other Industries. Dry cleaning, alcohol production, corn refining, and gas absorption to name a few.

Rivaling its ability to filter carcinogens from drinking water is it’s amazing capacity to absorb odors.

It’s excellent air filtering abilities also make it very good for gas mask.

The carbon in air filters primarily comes from heated coal. Activated carbon and activated charcoal are the same thing basically. Activated carbon made from charcoal is the primary type of filter for air purification.

Unfortunately activated carbon cannot work alone to completely filter ambient air.
Pores are much too small to capture other particulates and allergens like pollen,dust mites, mold spores, and dander.

You need a HEPA filter to capture this size of air contaminants.

You rarely find an air purifier that contains a carbon filter but not a HEPA filter. They generally go hand-in-hand.

Can you wash and reuse a activated carbon filter?

Yes and no.

Carbon filters are very porous. And the pores themselves are very miniscule. Once the pores are full, there really is no washing them out.

But the outside of the filter can get covered with larger debris like hair and lint and so forth.

This will definitely keep the charcoal filter from doing its job properly. Getting the junk off of the outside will allow air to flow through the filter as it is intended to be.

Cleaning the outside of the filter can be as easy as taking a wash rag and wiping it off using a stiff bristle brush and doing a light scrub.

A even better solution is to purchase a air purifier that has a pre-filter so that your carbon filter and your HEPA filter do not get clogged with larger debris.

A Pre-filter is usually a permanent part of the air purifier that is made to come out and wipe off easily.

How much do carbon filters cost?

Carbon filters are primarily used in water filtration and air filtration.

Water filtering carbon filters will run anywhere from $200 to $300 and up.

Carbon filters for air purifiers are much cheaper and can run as low as $10 and average about $20.

The more dense and heavier the activated carbon, the better result you will get from it.

A Humidifier vs An Air Purifier For Your Baby?

As a mother or a father, it goes without saying you want the best for your baby.

You may not realize it but the air you breathe in your home is as crucial to their health as any lotion or product that you rub on your baby’s skin.

If you’re thinking of buying an air purifier or a humidifier for your baby’s room you need to know the difference between the two.

What functions differ one from the other.

You may find that you need both depending on the season.

The main purpose of a humidifier is to add moisture to the air.

Humidity is definitely not something you want all year long.

But in the winter months when you’re stuck indoors and the heater is going 24/7, the indoor air can become extra dry and that can mean a whole lot of heartache for your baby and for yourself taking care of your baby.

Dryer air is particularly hard on a baby because it causes the mucous membranes in the nose, eyes and throat to dry out.

This can add up to it being a lot harder for your little one to stay asleep.

The primary type of humidifiers are evaporative, the mist, and the ultrasonic.

They all work pretty much the same, turn water into mist and distribute it through the air.

They’re generally no replacement parts on these types of machines. The only maintenance is to keep them clean and do not let mold grow in them.

An air purifier, as distinguished from a humidifier is an appliance that purifies the air.

Most air purifiers feature a HEPA filter that is capable a filtering out indoor air pollutants up to 97 percent.

Most people do not realize that the same heating and air units that distribute warm air in the winter and cool air in the summer, also distribute mold and bacteria.

So along with the dryer air that comes from having the heater going indoors, there is also the component of the heater blowing around bacteria and germs, adding to the problem of not resting and feeling fussy.

An air purifier versus a humidifier for a baby may outweigh the need of a humidifier but the truth is, especially during the winter months both working in concert is the best plan.

Unlike humidifiers, air purifiers do require replacement parts. Typically the filter.

Another point to consider is that air purifiers and humidifiers are a little noisy. There are companies that spin the sound the units make as a blanket a white noise to help your baby sleep.

So as long as you do your due diligence and find one that is not overly noisy, that may be a good thing.

Babies and children can have a hard time and be especially susceptible to irritants and triggers that come with airborne allergens and bacteria. Combining these pollutants with dry air can make your babies and yourself miserable.

Do yourself a favor and acquire an air purifier and a humidifier to keep in your home and help give your baby a healthy airspace and better chances for long nights of sleep and good restful naps.