Home air filters and portable ultraviolet ionizers create allergy free air

Are you thinking of buying a home air filter based on what you've read about unclean air? There is a lot of unclean air, and most of it through no fault of your own, is stored up in your house. Thanks to portable common pollutants such as dust, animal dander and bacteria, dirty particles are scattered into your home air filter, otherwise they remain airborne for long periods of time. An air purification system can help you trap those particles for quick disposal. But do you necessarily need a full professional installation into your ducts and vents? Consider the alternative of portable room air cleaners to keep your air allergy free.




Advantages And Disadvantages Of Portable Air Cleaning Devices
Portable room air cleaners can be just effective just as full installation systems. Likewise, portable devices work according to different technology. Portable devices can be mechanically filtered and operated with a fan. They can be electronic and use an ultraviolet ionizer to trap particles, or a hybrid of mechanical or electronic.

One advantage portable air cleaning devices have over full duct installations is that portable systems can use ultraviolet ionizers (ion air purifiers) to power home air filters and cleaners. In this process the dirty particles are charged and attracted to a nearby source, such as the floor, the wall or a charged collector. Some ion air purifiers eliminate the need for home air filter replacement altogether. However, it should be noted that not all ion air purifiers tested well in performance. Consumer Reports recently gave all small ion air purifiers a negative review.

The biggest advantage of a portable system is of course, the convenience. A portable room air cleaner can be placed anywhere in the house. Most models are generally easy to use and operate and come with easy to follow instructions.

The Bottom Line-Price And Quality
Portable air cleaners are arguably more economic. While some in-duct systems can be pricey, some portable air cleaners can be less than $500.00 with the ion air purifier (UV ionizer purifier) staying within the $100.00 range. Many portable air cleaner filters are less than $100.00, and some ionic models don't require a filter at all. A full purification and ventilation system is pricier to purchase, set up and maintain.

But with good reason. Portable devices are not flawless and either demand a lot of power wattage to work or are simply too weak powered to effectively purify a large room. When shopping for a portable device, look for a product with a high home air filters circulation rate.





Industrial And Commercial Products
Many in-duct systems are designed to facilitate industrial and commercial buildings. Hence, special absorbents and chemicals are added to the electronic or mechanical system to take care of particles from gas, oil, liquid and other harmful pollutants. Regular portable home air filters and cleaners, unless specified otherwise, cannot trap these small particles.

In considering whether to install a complete purification system or simply buy a portable device, keep in mind your specific needs, the size of your home, and the pros and cons of both technologies.