How Long Can You Run an Air Purifier Before Changing the Filter?
The boring answer is “it depends on your filter,” but here are three much more useful insights I’ve learned from actually testing HEPA lifespan:| Smart Air
A lot of people stocked up on masks during COVID, and now those masks are collecting dust. Will they still be effective when the next pandemic hits? Do masks expire? A 2019 NIOSH study put it to the test. They measured the fit effectiveness of 293 old N95 masks stored ... Read more| Smart Air
It’s that time of year when Beijing is starting to sizzle, if this person roasting fish on her car is any indication. We’ve just turned our air conditioner on, and that got some in the Smart Air office wondering: does our AC suck in outdoor air pollution? Although we’re roasting, ... Read more| Smart Air
The boring answer is “it depends on your filter,” but here are three much more useful insights I’ve learned from actually testing HEPA lifespan:| Smart Air
Seasonal allergy symptoms can be difficult to cope with. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose, and red, watery, and itchy eyes. Fortunately, studies show the use of HEPA filter air purifiers in the home can significantly reduce pollen and seasonal allergy symptoms. Studies Show HEPA Air Purifiers Reduce Pollen and ... Read more| Smart Air
Air purifiers are proven tools to reduce COVID-19 spread in indoor spaces such as churches. But choosing which air purifier is best for a church and how many are needed can seem complicated. In this article, we take you step-by-step on how to choose the best COVID-19 fighting air purifier for churches, mosques, synagogues, or any other large place of worship.| Smart Air
CADR tests are used to calculate how effective air purifiers are at cleaning air. People use CADR to compare the performance of different purifiers. However, performing a CADR test is not simple: it requires a particle monitor, a sealed 30m3 test lab, and tightly controlled testing conditions. Because of the complexity ... Read more| Smart Air
If you’re buying an air purifier, you might see the terms “airflow” and “CADR” used interchangeably to describe purifier performance. But what’s the difference between CADR (clean air delivery rate) and airflow? Are they the same thing? Or which one – CADR vs. airflow – should you use to choose a purifier?| Smart Air
Smart Air UK recently participated in the UK’s premier Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Conference, a two-day event that brought together over 600 IPC professionals, microbiologists, and healthcare leaders to explore the latest research and advancements in infection control. As a proud sponsor, Smart Air was excited to support an ... Read more| Smart Air
“Where should I place my air purifier?” is a common question people have when getting an air purifier. Does an air purifier’s position affect its performance? Is it best to put an air purifier next to a wall? Is it better to put it close to me? This post provides a data-backed answer on how to best place your air purifier in your living room, classroom, or office space.| Smart Air
HouseFresh started as a personal blog by Danny Ashton, who was dealing with severe dust allergies and looking for affordable, effective air purifiers. What began as a side project quickly grew into a trusted source for honest reviews and helpful advice—cutting through an industry often full of marketing hype and misleading claims. In this interview, Danny shares how the site came to be, what he’s learned about air quality, how recent changes to Google’s algorithm have impacted HouseFres...| Smart Air
PM2.5 air quality monitors can be a great tool to ensure the air you are breathing is safe. So what are the best PM2.5 air quality monitors in 2024? Which air quality monitors are the most accurate?| Smart Air
HouseFresh, in collaboration with Safe Air Schools, tested 13 of the most popular air purifiers on the market. The Smart Air Blast Mini stood out for its powerful performance, quiet operation, and low running costs, earning it a top recommendation for classrooms across the UK.| Smart Air
There has been little dispute that HEPA filters are extremely effective at removing virus and COVID-19 sized particles from the air. However, what has been less known is whether or not HEPA filters can actually reduce the transmission of COVID-19 in the real world.| Smart Air
Smart Air is dedicated to providing free educational content on the dangers of air pollution and helping people breathe safely. We analyzed data published by the World Air Quality Index project and put together the 2024 updated ranking of the “25 Cities with the Worst Air Pollution in the World”.| Smart Air
Step-by-step guide on choosing an air purifier for the office. Step 1: Measure office volume. Step 2: Calculated CADR needed from air purifier...| Smart Air
Step-by-step guide on choosing an air purifier for schools and the classroom. Step 1: Measure classroom volume. Step 2: Calculated CADR needed from air purifier...| Smart Air
In this air purifier buying guide, we break down the four crucial steps on how to choose an air purifier. Read to make sure you don't get tricked by an air purifier company.| Smart Air
Air purifiers are available in various sizes, making it challenging to determine the most suitable one for your needs. This article breaks down the three essential steps to identify the appropriate size of an air purifier and how a metric called CADR can help with this.| Smart Air
3 Simple Steps to protect yourself from wildfire and bushfire smoke pollution common in California and Australia| Smart Air
New research shows particulates in wildfire smoke are much more dangerous and toxic than typical pollution. Here is what the study found:| Smart Air
