Do Air Purifier Filters Really Work?

Do air purifier filters really work? We have heard this question asked too many times to count.

First, we need to look at how air filters work. We are sure that you've heard about different kinds of air purifier filters. These are some kinds of air filters:

• HEPA Air Filters
• UV Light Air Filters
• Activated Charcoal Air Filters
• Ionizing Air Filters
• Negative Ion Generators
• Electrostatic Air Filter
• Ozone Generators

Which of these is most effective? Which of these really work?

We are going to answer these questions for you. After you finish this section you will have a basic understanding of the differences between these filters.

You will also know which filters work best in different situations. This will help you decide which type of filter is best for you.

HEPA Air Filters

Hepa filters are made up of small fiberglass fibers. These glass fibers trap particles in the air as air passes over them. They remove 99.97% of the particles in the air. In our opinion these are the best air filters.

UV Air Filters

UV filters use Ultra Violent light to sterilize the air. They can remove germs, bacteria, and other nasty things in the air. They still need a filter to remove the particles from the air. Some air purifiers are beginning to use UV light.

UV light is not used just in air purifiers. UV water filters can get can rid of the biological contaminants in your water.

Activated Charcoal Air Filters

These are used to filter some harmful chemicals out of the air. They can also remove some of the odors from the air. They are usually used together with other filter types, usually HEPA.

Ionizing Air Filters

These kinds of filters use electricity to give a charge to particles in the air. The charged particles are then attracted to collector plates or another filter. When used correctly they can be very effective.

Negative Ion Generators

These air purifiers use electricity to convert air molecules into negative ions. The negative ions can improve people's mood and help relieve depression. They also can help remove pollutants from the air.

Electrostatic Air Cleaners

These air cleaners are similar to both ionizers and negative ion generators. They discharge electricity to charge the particles in the air. The particles are then collected on metal plates. These purifiers use permanent filters. You never need to buy replacement filters.

Ozone Generator Air Purifiers

Air cleaner filters that generate large amounts of ozone are very effective at removing odors. However, large amounts of ozone are harmful to people. These should only be used in empty rooms. Because of this we do not recommend using these kinds of filters in you house.

What's the Answer?

So do they really work? Each air purifier filter does the job it is designed to do and usually does it well. In order to get the best results you have to pick the air purifier that does what you need it to do. Keep reading and we will show you how to make sure the air purifier you buy used the type of air purifier filter you need it to use.

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