A dust air purifier is our recommended solution to combat the dust in your home. Dust consists of particles of dirt, dead skin cells, dander, and other airborne components. While cleaning the home is necessary, the process itself causes settled dust to become airborne. Without an air purifier to capture these airborne particles, your lungs take in the dust. Before purchasing a dust air purifier, read our buying advice to learn why technology, square footage, and warranty matter.
Three Things to Consider
1) Technology
High-Efficiency Particulate Arresting (HEPA) filtration is key to finding the best air purifier for dust. HEPA filters are capable of removing up to 99.97% of airborne particles 0.3 microns and larger. A complimentary technology to HEPA is an ozone-safe ionizer, which charges particles in the air and causes them to stick together. This makes it easier for the purifier to catch the particles.
2) Square Footage
A dust air purifier can cover a space as small as 125 sq. ft. to over 1000 sq. ft. Identify the space where you want to place the unit, and purchase one that is capable of covering the square footage in that area. An air purifier with the appropriate capacity to cover the space is critical to its performance.
3) Warranty
According to the journal of Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, airborne dust doubled worldwide in the 20th century. Dust is here to stay, so a dust air purifier that will perform reliably for the long term is important. A solid warranty will not only offer peace of mind, but also ensures that you can depend on your air purifier into the future.
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