Modern realities are such that urban residents constantly live in a mode of shortage of fresh air. Dust, soot, tobacco smoke, exhaust fumes - all this is present in the air we breathe, poisoning our health, provoking a decrease in immunity, the development of allergies and even asthma. The fanatical daily wet cleaning situation, unfortunately, does not help.
The only way to create a comfortable microclimate for yourself and your family is to purchase an air purifier for your home. How to choose this device so that it brings the maximum benefit to your health?
How much is clean air
First of all, you need to determine the amount that you are willing to spend on the purchase of this equipment. And here you must understand that even the most modern air cleaner model will cost you less than buying and installing an air conditioner. So is it worth overpaying, if it is more rational and profitable to buy a quality air purifier right away?
Room size
Each specific air cleaner model is designed for a certain area, so you need to decide whether you will buy separate equipment for each room or will transfer it.
So, in the first case, you need to choose the device for your room( the parameters of the service area you will find in the instruction manual), in the second - to focus on the dimensions of the largest room in the apartment( house).If we take a less productive model, the cleaner will work "on wear," and soon fail.
In addition, such a device can not qualitatively purify the air. If the room is very small, you can purchase an automobile air purifier and use it to clean the air, both at home and in the car.
Filters, filters filters. .. Is it really that difficult?
Filter is the key link in the air purifier. The type of filter used in the equipment depends on its performance and the quality of air purification. Different filters can be installed in the air cleaner. Some catch carbon monoxide, smoke, nitrogen oxides and unpleasant odors, others - household dust, animal hair, pollen, etc.
In order for the device to clean air more efficiently, the filters are installed stepwise. Depending on various factors, air purifiers can have from two to five such degrees. The most popular models with three filters are cleaning.
We will try to understand what types of filters are used in this climate equipment, what they serve, which ones are most effective.
Filters for rough cleaning
This filter is used for cleaning air from large mechanical impurities( hair, wool, poplar fluff, sand).It is nothing more than the most usual fine mesh, which also prevents these particles from getting into the cleaner. Clean this filter 1-2 times in 4 months as it gets dirty.
Coal-adsorption filters
Used for fighting unpleasant odors and gas impurities. As they become dirty, they need to be changed. The service life of such filters is 3-12 months, and the price fluctuates around 30-40 dollars.
Filters-ionizers Able to remove the maximum amount of allergens from the air and ensure high-quality air purification. In addition, they can be repeatedly cleaned.
HEPA filters
HEPA filters are a guarantee of high-efficiency air purification. Capable of capturing up to 98 percent of various pollutants and allergens. The service life of these filters is 1 year, after which they will need to be changed.
Photocatalytic filters
The most expensive, durable and effective of all the above listed. Relate to the last generation of filtration elements and are based on the splitting of all impurities passing through the filter under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. The service life of these filters is from 2 to 6 years.
Additional functions of air purifiers
These additional options will make the daily use of the air cleaner more comfortable and enjoyable:
timer With it, you can set the time of switching on and off the device.
Remote control
Intended to control the air purifier if it is installed in an inaccessible location.
Possibility to adjust the fan speed
Used to switch modes, for example, at night, when you need to reduce the noise emitted by the cleaner.
The contamination detector of the
is used to determine the amount of dust in the air. If the specified amount is exceeded, the unit switches on automatically.
Display
With its help you can monitor the operation of the equipment.
indicators Premium air cleaner models are equipped with additional indicators that display important information about the operation of the equipment. These can be indicators of the status of filters or air in the room.
Aromatization
This function is provided in the models of cleaners of different classes and does not depend on the price of the device. Just in the package includes an additional flavor.
Let's summarize. To choose the right air purifier for the house, you need:
- to determine the price that you are willing to pay for the equipment;
- select the model, focusing on the dimensions of the room;
- get acquainted with the types of filters and find the ones you need;
- determine the most important functions of the device;
- choose the most suitable design of the cleaner.