Best hepa filter air purifiers according to redditors

We found 518 Reddit comments discussing the best hepa filter air purifiers. We ranked the 99 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about HEPA Filter Air Purifiers:

u/axofkindness · 177 pointsr/tifu

This is a much cheaper option that works well: GermGuardian

If you smoke next to it, no smell.

u/ChildrnoftheCrnSyrup · 148 pointsr/HomeImprovement

We have an air purifier in the bedroom that makes the perfect amount of white noise, all while cleaning our air while we sleep. I’ll never go back.

GermGuardian AC4100 3-in-1 Desktop Air Purifier, HEPA Filter, UVC Sanitizer, Home Air Cleaner Traps Allergens for Smoke, Odors, Mold, Dust, Germs, Smokers, Pet Dander, Germ Guardian Room Air Purifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G7VNO86/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_thQTCbYZ1S59M

Edit: link

u/SuperAlloy · 72 pointsr/AskReddit

"when the door is closed there is an airtight seal all the way around" This. I had basically the same problem of neighbor smoke in my apartment. I used a combination of an airtight door seal, in my case a hippy curtain hung over the door, and an indoor air filter. Doing this basically eliminates the smoke odor, and if the filter is off and I smell smoke I turn the filter up or down accordingly. There are fancier air purifiers on the market that do a better job with smoke, but the honewell has a true HEPA filter and a carbon pre-filter which do a good job with no ozone.

Neighbors who smoke inside suck big time. If you live in an apartment and you smoke inside, your neighbors hate you, please stop, kthxbye.

u/jmkiii · 43 pointsr/HomeImprovement

> There are also white noise machines that can help drown out noise...or sleeping with a fan blowing on your face can function the same way.

This. Go get a loud air filter. This is by far the easiest solution.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_6?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1523890177&sr=1-6&keywords=honeywell+air+purifier&dpID=51QYt9jPAlL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

We have several of these we've been lucky enough to find at Goodwill. They are awesome. You'll only need one for noise. Put it right next to your bed.

u/5yearsago · 16 pointsr/SeattleWA

They need to be able to filter wood smoke, which is unfortunately one of the smaller particles (1 micrometer), so the filter needs to be super dense. It needs to be at least MERV rating 17.

I don't think you can buy MERV 17 right away. It's typically achieved by two-stage filtration. There are some MERV 14 filters, like this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TUDHBWS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_ZM10CbKXP458M

It's better than nothing, but it wont reliably filter all wooden smoke particles.



If you're susceptible to smoke (allergies or something), buy a standalone filter unit with HEPA filter (and carbon prefilter for odors). Typical HEPA is MERV 18-20+, but you cant put HEPA into the typical AC unit. Like this one - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_8U10Cb3QSG2QB

Edit: added links

u/RequiemFiasco · 13 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

Ok, here goes. I had a similar problem except no one was complaining, I was simply fogging up the entire house. I got one of these and put it in the corner of my desk, I blow the vapor towards it and it kills 90% of the vapor. This is chain vaping at 150w on dual claptons so I think it could work wonders for your lower power setup.

u/sensorymeltdown · 13 pointsr/StonerEngineering

My roommate and I already have box fans, and I also bought this hefty beast to clean the air: Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BeuRBbY39TWP3

u/_BATCAT_ · 11 pointsr/SeattleWA

Can you afford to buy a free-standing AC unit and an air cleaner or three? That would be my first choice for a course of action.

Otherwise, maybe take a trip to somewhere with a hotel that has AC and allows dogs?

u/Devilled_Advocate · 11 pointsr/LosAngeles

I'm worried about brake dust too. I made a thread about it asking for air purifier advice.

Here's what I've learned.

Plants help.

The cheapest option seems to be taping a furnace filter to a box fan.

and there's a looooot of expensive options:

Panasonic, Dreval, RabbitAir, Coway...

[Here's one that claims to filter at an astronomically small scale.]
(https://molekule.com/technology) I don't know if I believe it.

This one's still on Kickstarter. It claims to vaporize particles.

Here's a vacuum that wants to help too.

And here's an article that talks about and compares air purifiers.

u/ellifino · 10 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I’m sorry you’re going through this. If I were you and had the ability to do it, I’d invest in a few of these HEPA purifiers , or something like this.

You’d have to figure out delivery or pickup, but depending on your budget, I’d run as many as I could. They are loud, but should help.

Also check out air scrubbers. They move much more air, I’ve just never bought one.

Edit: try to seal off all openings at your house and only use one door. Make sure your weatherstripping looks good. They have plastic film that you put over windows (the whole window frame) that you heat up to seal air inside it during the winter. I’d do those too.

u/LordoftheRingFingers · 10 pointsr/JUSTNOMIL

The policy of appeasement is good in theory, but not always great in practice. For a slightly more extreme example look how "just going along with it" went for the leaders of Europe when Hitler came around. They too just wanted to keep the peace, because that would be easiest and best; but appeasement doesn't work when you are trying to appease someone who takes a mile for every inch you give.

Now for the future, I would say that it would be better if your MIL would visit on your turf if at all possible, and that if she continues to refuse to take your allergy seriously you don't go visit. It doesn't matter if she gets offended, it doesn't matter if your husband whines "how hard it is for him now", nothing matters but your health. If your husband refuses to acknowledge that then he needs to see someone who will screw his head on straight and give him a swift kick in the ass.

Also since you are going to stay with them may I suggest you bring an air purifier? Something like this could be helpful to keep some of the unseen pet dander particles out of the air for you. My brother is super allergic to dust and an air purifier has really helped cut down on his sneezing/leaking reactions to dust.

u/l2pkdude · 10 pointsr/malelivingspace

> HEPA air filter

Something like this?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_b28iu_c_x_1_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-2&pf_rd_r=2H7SYNSH0XJ76FW7S66W&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=18321366-7895-511c-b177-5fff79d1a5d4&pf_rd_i=510192

I'd need it for every room tho right?

I 100% need a humidifier in my room at all times because of how dry my room is.

I don't control my heat since it's a super old building :(

u/craftkiller · 10 pointsr/AskNYC

I couldn't be happier with the Coway 1512. Now when I wake up I can breathe with both nostrils! The lowest speed is basically silent unless your head is 1 foot from the device. I leave it on auto which is cool because it senses particles in the air and temporarily goes to higher speeds until the air is clear again. Funnily enough, if you fart near it, it will detect that and spin up. It also pretty thoroughly eliminates odor in general.

My only complaints are:

  1. The only 3rd party filter I've found for it has bad reviews so you're generally stuck with the first party filters which can seem expensive but they last a long time so it's not terrible

  2. When I moved across the country, the fan became unbalanced which made the device loud. Personally I blame the movers since they broke/lost a bunch of my stuff but that still does indicate a failure mode of the device.

  3. The light on the top is a fucking flood light that will blind people up to 5 miles away. I taped over it.


    If I had a magic wand and could make one change to this device I'd want washable hepa filters but from what I've read, washable hepa filters don't exist at all so its not a shortcoming of this specific device.

    Finally, I'm not affiliated with them and benefit in no way from this post. The Amazon link above is not an affiliate link. I'm just a happy customer who was surprised by the improvement in my life when I got a hepa filter.
u/yonran · 9 pointsr/sanfrancisco

The Coway AP-1512HH and AP-1512HH(W) are on the CARB Certified Air Cleaning Devices list for meeting California’s ozone standards. I’m not sure why Amazon is not allowing us to order the white one (they did allow it last December I believe). You can still order the black one though.

u/nonosam9 · 8 pointsr/sanfrancisco

Seems like staying inside, trying to keep the dust off the floors, and using an air purifier is a good idea at this point. If you have a car, you can get a cheapish place on Hotwire.com and spend a night in Monterrey - where the air is much, much cleaner. If not for my family (who can't leave), I would be getting out of here myself.

FYI - this is a top rated air purifier for $205 + tax on Amazon, with prime 2 day delivery.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BTKAPUU?tag=thewire06-20&linkCode=xm2&ascsubtag=AgEAAAAAAAAAAOF0&th=1

Reviews of several purifiers:
https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-air-purifier/

u/kyle787 · 8 pointsr/videos

Levoit LV-H132 I have one in my home office and it really helps. Sucks up a ton of dust from what I can tell.

u/Alopixgg · 7 pointsr/aww

But the more you vacuum, the fewer allergens will be in the carpet to be kicked up(unless you're allergic to the actual carpet.) And the air filter that you should be using if you have allergies, should get anything kicked up by the vacuum out of the air.

u/llamacolypse · 7 pointsr/AskWomen

Victorinox 8 Inch Fibrox Pro Chef’s Knife which I got for my husband, we needed a better kitchen knife and this one was rated pretty well by america's test kitchen

Chooka rain boots I have thick calves and these rain boots are fantastic, they're a bit wide too so I can wear wooly socks with them.

My Asus laptop

This cat lounger my cats love, especially my chunky one

And my air purifier

u/Jagermeister4 · 7 pointsr/funny

I agree, more than improbable actually.

I think I have the exact same air filter as OP. Its this one

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EIDFSBG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Even if it was working why would anyone not look at a filter once during the 6 months to see what kind of dust its collecting? You're supposed to clean it out regularly

And was OP and his wife both not curious about what kind of dust it was picking up? I was opening mines up like after an hour of use because you want to see if its working. Very hard to believe that curiosity would not get the better of them until 6 months later.

u/UpUpDnDnLRLRBAstart · 7 pointsr/LosAngeles

Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier with True HEPA and Eco Mode in White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ObA0CbP1S5STT

u/tamag21 · 6 pointsr/vaporents

I use this guy http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000DK35B?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00

I'd get a slightly bigger one if you plan on vaping in more than just one room though.

u/webdoodle · 6 pointsr/Montana

I survived the 2000 fires in Missoula, and I couldn't see my neighbors house 20 feet away for nearly a week. Here's a few tips:

  • Stay indoors
  • Seal up doors/windows with tape
  • If you have AC, change/clean the filter often.
  • If your AC has a recirculation mode, use it. This will just recirculate and somewhat filter the indoor air.
  • Buy and use some sort of Air Purifier.
  • If you have to go outside, use a dust mask or bandanna.
  • Drink lots of water, it will help your body remove the smoke from your lungs.
u/cameronrad · 6 pointsr/LosAngeles
u/ThisIsntGoldWorthy · 6 pointsr/nyc

If you insist on staying, I suggest at least buying a HEPA air filter.

For example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W54K29J

u/throwaway58327 · 6 pointsr/legaladvice

Oh absolutely! This thing has been amazing - https://www.amazon.com/LEVOIT-LV-H132-Purifier-Allergies-Eliminator/dp/B071D58ZY5 - I bought it last year when dealing with black mold here (since been resolved, last fall. Been looking for new place ever since!). Got it on sale with amazon card for about $87, so not terrible. I'd run it 24/7, but our electric bill is insane (no insulation, broken hvac, roommates who run space heaters ever night all night mean 2-3 months of utility bills = my monthly rent.)

Maybe I'm going crazy but I swear I smell it in my pillows and sheets and it's stressing me out. Is that even possible?

Yeah, I know my life epitomizes first world problems, but with already severe anxiety and insomnia, being unable to sleep bc of I'm fighting a panic attack thinking the smell has permeated my recently washed sheets, blankets and pillows....my completely fresh, clean bed is the only place in my life right now I'm totally able to unwind and relax; this has turned it into a major source of stress.

< /exhaustion rant >

u/Panpaan · 5 pointsr/beyondthebump

I’ve used This HEPA during a huge OR fire in my neighboring town. The smoke was so thick you couldn’t see two houses down. It won’t filter a whole house, but will help a room. So if you get 2-3 to use in your most used rooms. At least one where the baby sleeps. This will get much finer particulate, as opposed to the box fans.

u/omgwtfishsticks · 5 pointsr/malelivingspace

It's the home that smells and you can't fix it since it's likely due to the age of the floors and walls but you can address the smell in your living area with an air purifier. They work incredibly well removing household smells, but I find that the charcoal filters (which do the best job at eliminating odors) wear out pretty fast. You may need some other recommendations in finding an ideal filter for this environment. Painting and a deep cleaning with may help.

u/[deleted] · 5 pointsr/Marijuana

A full blown HEPA purifier would be my suggestion, even though it's a good up front cost.

My roommate and I had one of these and used to amuse ourselves by putting it on one side of the living room, and blowing huge bong hits up into the opposite corner. The smoke would gather up and sit for a bit, before slowly streaming across the other side of the room and disappearing into the filter, never to be seen again.

Couldn't smell a thing. It'll clear a room out in 5-15 minutes on full bore.

u/Tain101 · 5 pointsr/IsItBullshit

If you mean one that's meant to purify a room like this, chances are it won't be able to completely remove the smell. They do help purify the air, but it's not concentrated enough for something like what your describing.

a mask filter would probably be your best bet for actually cleaning the air your breathing.

If you only care about the smell, I'd look at some odor-eliminator ideas from /r/trees

There is a post warning about toxicity, so some of the stuff there might not be what you need.

u/Skrux77 · 5 pointsr/trees

There's many things you can do... my top of the line suggestion is Ozium.

You can:

  • Open up a window (If you're on the top floor, this is a godsend since smoke will dissipate UPWARDS. The neighbors underneath won't notice shit.)
  • Invest in a vaporizer as it will drastically cut down the smell.
  • Buy an air purifier

  • Buy a Smoke Buddy/Make a sploof
  • Buy lots of incense

    And if you seriously want to kill any odor whatsoever, it being probably the most expensive option is an Ozone Generator. Basically an unlimited version of Ozium.

    If you're feeling extra ballsy, just blow your smoke into the apartment hallways so now there's no way to tell who's getting a good bake on.
u/Intermitten · 5 pointsr/mildlyinteresting

Because I love you, buddy: https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Sanitizer-Reduction/dp/B004VGIGVY/?th=1

(No brand loyalty here, but you need something like that - look for the keyword "HEPA" - your lungs will thank you)

u/DontForgetWilson · 5 pointsr/GoodValue

I recently got my second one of these after having the first for 3 years: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTKAPUU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Off-brand filters actually better: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076JJ42V7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I think that pack should be everything for a year or so.

I never have the ionizer on.

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Reasons I like it:

  1. It moves a lot of air and cleans it well.
  2. Really robust permanent pre-filter that catches the big stuff to stop it from clogging your hepa filter faster.
  3. Replacement filters last a lot longer for the price than something like GermGuardian does for me.
  4. Air quality sensor and filter reminder lights
  5. HEPA filter seems more robust than most I see. Good build quality and a thicker design that probably wouldn't have issues bending from the level of airflow(which I've seen from AC filters).

    The brand is a pretty major South Korean one(which seems to have a big air purifier market). They have a more expensive flagship model (https://www.amazon.com/AIRMEGA-Smarter-Purifier-Covers-1560/dp/B01C9RIACG/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=coway&qid=1564631008&s=hpc&sr=1-2-catcorr) that has more expensive filters and smart-phone apps but I honestly don't think the core product is much better.
u/nope_nic_tesla · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I have two of these in different rooms in my house and they work great. Filters are vacuumable which is pretty awesome.

u/abby89 · 5 pointsr/Wishlist

D: You should get an air filter! I just got one and it's really helpful.

u/AMagnificentBiscuit · 5 pointsr/Amd

Honestly, I'm just anal-retentive about the dust on my machine, I wipe it down like once a week with a microfiber cloth. Most modern cases come with a removable or easily accessible air filter on the front and bottom intakes. Outside of that, disconnecting everything and giving it a good blast with some canned air every few weeks is a good practice.

Of course, if you work in an exceptionally dusty environment, you might wanna look into some sort of air purifier or something. And a good vacuum.

u/ajanata · 5 pointsr/sanfrancisco

I have 2 of https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071D58ZY5 in my apartment, they work well enough for me.

u/sqrlsjustwannahvefun · 4 pointsr/CysticFibrosis

Get a temp/hygrometer, it'll tell you humidity. Basements are notoriously humid. A dehumidifier can easily fix that. You want it at about 35-40%. Since you recently had it finished it could also be the fresh paint and carpet. You can get a decent air purifier for about $100. Here's what I use after I researched alot: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000050AQ5/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/voltairebear · 4 pointsr/Allergies

My allergist’s number one piece of advice was to get an allergy filter/air purifier to run at night. Just something simple like this:
Air Purifier

I literally could not survive without it.

u/mcmurder · 4 pointsr/BuyItForLife

As someone that hates dust and has two 55lb hairy dogs, I'll just mention my experience. Note that I have a whole-home HVAC (central AC / heat pump) system.

The whole-whole system has an air filter in the air handler, so it picks up dust as it moves through the system. The issue is that there isn't enough pressure in the system to fully circulate the air from the floor to the returns at the top of the walls.

So while air is circulating, there is not enough pressure to change the direction of the dust particles.

With that said, I bought myself a winix air purifier which I use in my bedroom while I sleep. As I spend a solid 8 hours each day there, it made the most sense to put the purifier in there. I run the purifier on the 'high' setting which 1) has enough power to really move the air in the room and pick up a SIGNIFICANT amount of dust, and 2) provide 'white noise' while I sleep.


tl;dr: Get a properly sized air purifier for the room. They help.

u/Unacceptable_Lemons · 4 pointsr/DIY

Yep, we used to have one like this: http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1416106412&sr=8-2&keywords=air+filter

but ours was a different brand, "Sharper Image" I think it was. You still had to take the dust catching part outside once in a while, but it sure caught a lot. Assuming you have no major source for new dust, I'd imagine one of these in a medium/small library room would help quite a bit.

u/emskow · 4 pointsr/treedibles

I always follow the ediblesonly recipe from the sidebar. Really works! Always decarb first. There are many methods and variations to decarbing, but I usually just wrap my broken up buds in tinfoil and bake it at 230 degrees in the oven for about 30 minutes. The end re^sult should be brownish green and crunchy, dry to the touch. With a mortar and pestle, I pulverize the bud then transfer it to a mason jar with the coconut oil/butter, throw it in the crock pot with water in it at 195 degrees and let it stew for three hours. Take it out, let it cool, then freeze. I usually repeat the process again sometimes twice. Good luck and Happy cooking!

Edit: just saw you want to be smell free, which I have tried before with no smell. Simply skip the tinfoil method and put the broken up buds inside the mason jar you'll be using and increase the time of decarbing. Keep the fans going in your house and I would highly recommend investing in one of these air purifiers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kQJAzb3CD7F1Z
I smoke inside my apartment with this running (where we had to sign a clause to not smoke inside) and it leaves my apartment smelling brand new when I have it running for a few hours after smoking. It really helps, especially when wanting to make edibles!

u/srs0001 · 4 pointsr/BuyItForLife

I would highly recommend Coway systems. I have pretty bad allergies purchased a Coway Airmega 300 for my 850sq ft studio. I've been incredibly happy with it so far. It is extremely well designed and the pre-filters are super easy to clean.

Considering the size of your room you may want to take a look at the Coway Mighty, which is smaller but made by the same company. It currently sits at the top of The Wirecutter's air purifier recommendations.


The Black Coway Mighty is discounted down to $206 on Amazon. Looking at it's price history on CamelCamelCamel, it seems that is a reasonable discount. If you can wait a bit, it looks like it drops below $175 pretty regularly.

u/Ltcolbatguano · 4 pointsr/Asthma

I currently have this in my bedroom. Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zxXACb71FJM9P

And am considering getting one of their larger versions for the living room/dining room/kitchen area. I am amazed at the amount of stuff that ends up on the filter. I had a Honeywell/Kaz version for years. The coway is a much better unit. I think for me air filters are essentially during wildfire season, but I run it all year long. I don't think I would expect to notice a huge difference in your day to day symptoms but I believe that it prevents bad days from being worse. I think winx makes good units as well just depends on the size of your space and filter replacement costs. Also consider if it has an ionizer/ozone function that you can turn off. It is the general belief that this is not a good feature to have running in a space that you are currently occupying. (Good for odor control when you are not home)

u/DingleMomMcGee13 · 4 pointsr/beyondthebump

I'm going to show my husband this one when he gets home from work!

u/transistorfn · 3 pointsr/vaporents

This is the one I have. I'm not talking like a desktop purifier. I'm talking a large bulky appliance that chills on the floor in my bedroom. They do the job perfectly as long as you get something rated for the space (sq ft typically) you're toking in. I mean... It's not instantaneous, but it does move a lot of air fast when on high, that being said, it's also loud when on high.

Honeywell 50250-S True HEPA Air Purifier.

Carbon Pre-Filter.

One caveat to the whole thing is that these obviously aren't meant/rated for someone using them to smoke with. They're meant for folks with severe allergies, sensitivities to smells, and chronic illnesses that might affect their immune systems.

As such, the equipment only holds up so long, and you'll need to replace the "lifetime" hepa filter. There are plenty both official and aftermarket you can find like this one.

u/StarBeamAlpha · 3 pointsr/Health
u/rob79 · 3 pointsr/canada

Should be the last review on this page if anyone wants to verify. :)

u/FlyByPC · 3 pointsr/homeowners

I meant HEPA filter units around the house. Furnace filters will depend on your furnace size, so I wouldn't know where to start.

Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1491094868&sr=8-9&keywords=hepa+air+purifier

(That's a huge one -- but very effective.)

u/theresapossibility · 3 pointsr/CysticFibrosis

I have one! it's a big Honeywell one. I don't have breathing issues but I use it because my rabbits shed like crazy and people come into the house that are allergic to them. It really helps them breathe a lot better and it helps in general. I'm very happy with it.

This is the one I have: https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY

u/shuhweet · 3 pointsr/malelivingspace

Originally picked up an HEPA air filter to reduce dust and allergens. The secondary white noise effect is now the primary reason I use it. It drowns out so much external noise. Both living room tv and outside traffic noise is mostly inaudible. it's a white noise type sound so you don't notice the filter sound after a while. This is the one I use.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478721830&sr=8-2&keywords=honeywell+hepa+air+filter

Also recommend ear plugs for sleeping when you have noisy roommates.

u/nathhad · 3 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I just wanted to second the vote for a separate purifier. Any filter more restrictive than a loose weave is effectively pretty hard on an HVAC unit. It makes a lot more sense to run a second unit.

We deal with allergies, and have three of these running in a 1500 square foot house, much more effective and less likely to cause thousands in HVAC damage:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7RY/

u/veive · 3 pointsr/3Dprinting

I run a hepa air purifier next to mine just to be safe.

You could also try building an enclosure like this with an activated carbon filter to remove the fumes, but personally I opted for a certified HEPA filter so I know it's actually pulling the potentially harmful stuff out of the air.

u/TheSunEvenRises · 3 pointsr/cockatiel

Some recommendations - from my own experience of fostering 5 birds in a similar condition as yours. Big big big cage, lots of different perch types, and use a towel or sheet to form a backing to part of the cage, to give it some area that it isn't worried about what's behind it. A radio set low on something like jazz or classical through the day will help set it a bit on ease, especially if it is a single bird. Keep him in a nice quiet spot, and I wouldn't even attempt handling for a couple weeks. Through your daily routine it is likely to freak out a little and scurry away. Just move calmly and slowly, just handling the food and water bowls, no sudden movements or grabs/touches, and praise in happy tones, whistle, or imitate whatever sounds it makes.

I also found my foster birds to be quite lacking in nutrition; once they settled in, I began to offer pellets, cuttlebone, Nutri-Berries, and birdy bread (cycled them through). Mine were seed only, but have moved to Rowdybush pellets and destroy a cuttlebone in a couple weeks.

As for dust/bath, when the bird is settled in, you can try light spray/misting, and to encourage the bird to bathe to find a water 'relaxation' device and the sound and sight of the bubbling water will make it do the bathing motions (half-open wings, rubbing head under them), then spray/mist or offer water in a pie dish. Until then, consider an air filtration device like these: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Compact-Purifier-Permanent-HHT-011/dp/B000N9CPQK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1395162523&sr=8-4&keywords=honeywell+air+purifier

Best of luck to you and your new buddy!

u/jtighe · 3 pointsr/Allergies

Get a 3M mask with filters and you can clean it fine.

Then invest in one of these (I own three and am allergic to dust):

http://www.amazon.com/Whirlpool-Whispure-Purifier-Cleaner-AP51030K/dp/B00440EKRG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451960659&sr=8-1&keywords=whirlpool+air

u/vigg-o-rama · 3 pointsr/DIY_eJuice

hi,

Unless you have a clean room type setup, I am not sure I see the need for a HEPA filter. I have a rather large unit in my living room that was around 250.00 this is a pretty high end unit. It has a CAD (Clean air delivery) rating of something like 250 square feet. I belive this means it will turn over all the air in that 250 sq ft room 4 times per hour. I have cats, and a parrot, and use it to keep that room from smelling like a zoo. It does WONDERS for the smell, but its not like its filtering out much of anything from the room per se. Cat hair still sticks to the couches, I still have to dust the TV, etc.

Now, if you have a clean room type setup, you are going to want/need a forced air type setup that basically creates a gigantic vaccuum in the room to ensure all particulate matter is collected, but I dont see how you could do this on that small of a budget, this is more of a classic bunny suit/gloves, booties type setup, where you are actively trying to keep any particulates from entering the room first, and then filtering the room to catch anything that may have come in.

ISO standards have classes for cleanrooms, they range from 1-10. (10 being more like where computer chips are fabricated, I want to say for a good juice lab you want a class 6 room, but again, I am not an expert on the subject).

So, what are you trying to filter in your room?

I realize this sounds so trashy, but I have made it my practice to mix juice on my stove top (glass top stove) with the vent fan on high, to suck any fumes/smells up the hood and out of hte house. this seems to be working great for me. What is your setup like? where do you mix? any other things that could help give you better answers?

EDIT : looking at some of your other posts, it looks like you have a better grasp on this than I had thought. how big is your "lab"? if its a standard bedroom sized (under 200 sq ft) and you dont need a commercial unit, look at this: http://www.amazon.com/Winix-WAC9500-Ultimate-PlasmaWave-Technology/dp/B004VGIBZK/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1425328913&sr=8-6&keywords=winix+filter

I keep mine on high setting 24/7. I bump it to Turbo when the room smells at all. Turbo is a bit loud, like having a large fan on in the room, on high, you can barely hear it. I have it in a 14 X 24 room, and it seems to do wonders in there, in a bedroom sized room, I think it could be what you are after.

u/amonsterinside · 3 pointsr/Allergies

You don't need $400.00 for an air purifier. Buy a GermGuardian, they're $80 and spend the rest on new filters every 1-3mo.

Immunotherapy is going to be the best option for your girlfriend. It's also really good to start immunotherapy early if your child develops allergies. Daily antihistamines might be in your favor, Costco is a great place to buy antihistamines for a year and very cheap (sub $15).

All in all, no, you're not doing any disservice to your child by not letting them inhale cigarette second hand smoke or second hand weed. Purify the air if you know it exists. Chances are your child will have allergies if the mother does. It's just the way the world works. I've been exposed to mold, dander, pollen, trees, grass, and played in the dirt and was outside my entire childhood. I'm still allergic to everything. Germ theory makes sense for allergies, but does not always play out in practice. There's something deeper that has yet to be discovered, but for now, do your best to keep your child away from secondhand smoke and don't worry too much about air allergens. They're going to get plenty of allergen exposure at school, the playground, other parts of the house, and just about anywhere you go.

u/biznatch11 · 3 pointsr/LifeProTips

I got this one:

https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY

When I'm cooking smelly stuff I actually move it to the kitchen. I think it helps.

u/DeezjaVu · 3 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

The GermGuardian was mentioned on here not too long ago:

u/mstwizted · 3 pointsr/Parenting

In addition, maybe spring for a couple of good air purifiers. You want to find ones with HEPA filters, like this one.

u/DeathKoil · 3 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

> Germ Guardian

This one? https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Sanitizer-Reduction/dp/B004VGIGVY It is a little Oval Shaped, but also is a tower.

This one? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V5ZB5WQ/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_bFgGp_c_x_5_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-2&pf_rd_r=H8S53T8NQ3HADCPDVA10&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=d4944677-c52a-52c7-9f81-33cb28e10243&pf_rd_i=3737411 it's definitely a rectangle and not an oval, and definitely a tower.

I vape a lot in my computer room. If an air filter will reduce / eliminate the VG build up on my monitor and stop my fire alarm from going off when I chain a few big puff, seems worth it to me.

u/n0esc · 3 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Anything in a spray, oil or incense is just masking the odor. Even Febreeze really just covers up the smell vs treating the symptoms. You're covering all the bases by washing, vacuuming, and improving air flow. The next step I would go with is an air purifier.

http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY

There are smaller ones than that one, but this has the most/highest reviews and is the best seller on Amazon for what that's worth.

u/Gracey11111 · 3 pointsr/legaladvice

We have the Germ Guardian:

https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY

It has completely eliminated my son’s dust mite allergen issues. I leave it running all day when he’s at school and when he comes home it’s like a ‘clean room.’

u/bigmd133 · 3 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

When I still used analog my home office was the only place I smoked in my house. Even after quitting I continue to use this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00 I had stopped using it but I too noticed an odor with using my ecig so much in my office.



u/pandaeconomics · 3 pointsr/AskWomen

It's a horrible trade-off to make!

Here is the air purifier and I highly recommend getting both the suggested filter and pre-filter. The pre-filters get all of the pet hair and are cheaper so that you only replace those every so often instead of the entire filter. Once the pre-filter gets gray I replace it, about every month, but the actual filter only needs to be replaced a couple times a year in my experience. It depends on how much dust and other things are actually making it through.

Life has been much better with this and if you just need a dog-free space like the bedroom, it'll be even more effective because the space is smaller. :)

Edit: Also, I've had it since December of 2015 and it still works very well!

u/lolag0ddess · 3 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Tower fans are nice, have a small footprint, and will add some background white noise. Same with tower-style air purifiers -- I have this one in the living room & my dog's bedroom.

Strategically placed bird feeders & birdhouses in your yard could help, too. Alternatively, you can go with /r/ShittyLifeProTips and make a hole in your roof so that squirrels and roof rats can get into your attic. You'll enjoy some weird scratching noises and minor electrical fires at the worst times!

u/brdd · 3 pointsr/smarthome

I'm not sure whether this qualifies as "smart" but I have the Coway purifier that's recommended by the Wirecutter (and actually steeply discounted to nearly $60 less what I paid...).

It's very good, "turn it on and forget about it", and has a built-in air quality sensor that can dynamically adjust the performance of the purifier. It also produces a very pleasant low-frequency white noise (as compared to some which are much more higher pitched).

u/jaronsummers · 3 pointsr/AskNYC
u/JimboMonkey1234 · 3 pointsr/Allergies

My recommendation for an air purifier (after a bunch of research) is the Coway: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTKAPUU

I second the allergy testing, that could help narrow down the cause.

When you say you try to keep the air circulating, does that including opening the window? I ask because you could be letting early morning pollen in.

Another thing you can try: sleep on a different mattress / air bed / sleeping bag in the problem room. That would tell you if it's the air or the bed.

u/catsandblankets · 3 pointsr/MakeupAddiction

Two giant long haired cats in a 1-br here!

As a long-term and just overall better for your lungs solution, you'll want one of these for sure. It's affordable because it's not necessarily for pollen or micro-allergens but more for bigger particles like dust and cat hair.

I bought it just so we're not unknowingly breathing in hair while we sleep but it solved the brush issue! I have definitely seen if I have it off for a day or two, the cat hair will re-appear all over my brushes again. I keep the filter right on the floor in my bedroom next to the vanity and keep it running on low at all times. You won't regret it!

u/TitanIsBack · 3 pointsr/PS4

Get an air filter and put it near your PS4.

Edit: Like this one.

u/bruxbuddies · 3 pointsr/RATS

I agree with BorkinUpTree that it won’t replace meds, etc. But an air purifier is a good idea anyway. This is a pretty good deal if you have a small room LEVOIT Air Purifier (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071D58ZY5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TXIIDbWFR4CJH). Or if you have a larger room, the Coway (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_R0IIDb1FMW1PV) or the large room Levoit is good (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W54K29J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GZIIDb63270W0). Just don’t use an ionizing setting or get one that emits ozone. They help a lot with the general funk and odor of a room that doesn’t have a lot of circulation. The HEPA filter takes out allergens and dust as well. Sorry about your little guy with pneumonia, it’s so frustrating when they’re sick. Good luck!

u/ShimmyZmizz · 3 pointsr/Cooking

Expensive option is get an air purifier like this one.

Cheap option is window fans for exhaust but another thing that might help is a splatter guard for your pan. Won't stop smoke but also won't steam your food like a lid would. I use one when frying and searing, it definitely makes a difference in how irritated my eyes get afterwards. Here's an option specifically for odor reduction, but I just have a normal mesh one and it still works great.

u/TheThirdSaperstein · 3 pointsr/news

This has been an absolute game changer in my life and I can't recommend it enough!

Carbon filter, hepa filter, neg ion generator. Practically all sizes of particles get trapped in the filters, and what doesn't get trapped drops out of the air when the negative ions attach to them. Also, forests full of trees/waterfalls and beaches etc have very high amounts of negative ions in the air, it gives it a clean fresh feel. When my mom visits she says entering my room is like stepping into a different world because it's so pure and fresh.

There's a few different models of the same basic type, but this one is about 150 plus around 30 bucks a year for new filters.

Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier with True HEPA, PlasmaWave and Odor Reducing Washable AOC Carbon Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kxoYBbNPQFC7A

u/Leisureguy · 2 pointsr/wicked_edge

It helps if you wash your beard frequently during hay-fever season---e.g., each time after going outside. Indoors, you can use an air cleaner, which helps a lot. I have one of these in the living room and another in the bedroom, and they help a LOT.

u/_transatlantique · 2 pointsr/ragdolls

Sorry I think air purifier would have been a better word. This is what we have: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Long-Life-QuietCare-Purifier-17000-S/dp/B000050AQ5

u/bbdoll · 2 pointsr/cats

usually it's the saliva that triggers allergies. you'll want some hypoallergenic wipes or dry shampoo that you use weekly on the cat. you'll also want to groom the cat daily with a brush like this, the less saliva covered fur floating around the better! you'll definitely want some HEPA air purifiers, probably at least two that you run on high constantly. vacuum the filters every couple of weeks. keep the bedroom closed off so there's a pet free zone for awhile. have allergy pills of course.

many people get used to an animal through exposure so it's possible in a few months she won't be allergic to that specific cat anymore. sounds like that might be the case if she's able to be around her friend's cat longer than others.

u/wherestheanykey · 2 pointsr/LifeProTips

$5-20: Mentholated ointment, over the counter antihistamines, Neti pot, nasal irrigator. For the sore throat, menthol lozenges, essential oils (peppermint), and oral anesthetics (Cepacol) can't be beat.

$30-$50: Vapor inhaler and humidifier

$50-$100: Air purifier, better air purifier

(And no, I don't work for Honeywell... their filters are just cheap and easy to come by)

u/gfpumpkins · 2 pointsr/Asthma

Any small room HEPA filter unit on Amazon should be sufficient. Make sure it's an actual HEPA filter, and not HEPA like. Read descriptions carefully.

EDIT: I've had two versions of this and they've worked well. A bigger one that died after 6 years of daily use, and now a smaller one meant just for my bedroom.

u/mehunno · 2 pointsr/Seattle

I live on a busy intersection with a few bus stops. We got this air purifier which has really helped. It's not the cheapest solution, but it allows us to keep our windows open while reducing fumes and particles that trigger migraines for me and asthma for my husband.

u/krdshrk · 2 pointsr/cigars

Which model Honeywell? I saw the Honeywell 50250-S on Amazon and thought it looked good.

u/FastRedPonyCar · 2 pointsr/askscience

my wife suffers from pretty bad allergies. we replaced our generic cheap air filter for our central air unit. after a couple of weeks, she said she could tell a noticeable difference.

I've also considered getting a Honeywell 50250 to put in our main living room area. I've read great things about it and it's cheap vs most other "pro" air cleaners.

http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-99-97%25-Round-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1319323574&sr=8-5

u/3423553453 · 2 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

I did watch DJslb video about it, it does look like a very ordinary air purifier, a fan with a filter. I think you'll be disappointed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-2o-_j_a-c

You and me probably need a device more like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Alen-BreatheSmart-Customizable-HEPA-Pure-Allergies/dp/B00APO426E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486454622&sr=8-1-spons

edit: actually for a similar price this looks good: https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1486454622&sr=8-18&keywords=air+purifier

u/8lbIceBag · 2 pointsr/Futurology
u/digiplay · 2 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

Honeywell 50250-S True HEPA Air Purifier, 390 sq. ft.

It's awesome but even on low a little loud. It works very very well though. I can't crack a window and this is a good solution.

u/fullofbones · 2 pointsr/ragdolls

Well, we brush both of ours at least every other day with a steel comb like this, just so they don't have matting problems. I've only seen one furball between the two of them in the last year or so. It really is shocking how much loose fur a simple steel comb will catch, but it works. :)

We have this air purifier in the bedroom to reduce fluff in there. It's crazy how much fur it catches. The black filter wrap that goes around the whole inside is white before I vacuum the fur off when cleaning it.

And finally, we have this brush for getting fur off clothes. You'll still want the sticky brushes for touch-ups, but this catches a ton of buildup and works great on furniture.

u/weirdwolfkid · 2 pointsr/RATS

We use this honeywell purifier, with the charcoal pre-filter as well, but it worked fine before that too. It also does a really good job getting rid of odors

u/TheStarKiller · 2 pointsr/RATS

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7RY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this one. It's amazing. And you can change the filters, some don't allow you to change the pre filter

u/kanooka · 2 pointsr/lifehacks

I use this one in our bedroom and it works really well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00007E7RY/ref=s9_top_hm_awbw_b28iu_g201_i6?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-3&pf_rd_r=21WZAHTMHAZVDWRJA051&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_p=feb52dd5-b12c-5346-a1f4-4f96671d5f45&pf_rd_i=510192

.. wow that's an ugly link. It's a Honeywell 395 true hepa air purifier. You want something with a filter you change, anything that's a "permanent filter" doesn't filter out enough stuff.

u/brock_lee · 2 pointsr/DIY

Get one of those air filters that sits on the floor.

Something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7RY

You can get carbon filters for them, as well.

u/Dat_Archon · 2 pointsr/SpaceBuckets
  1. I'd recommend the LED's for the 32 gallon. If you were just using 5gal buckets then it's not as big of a deal, but the canopy can get pretty thick and it'll really cause the lower half of your plant to suffer.

  2. Again because of the size of the setup, 2 stacked fans will probably be enough but you may suffer from airflow if you over stuff your filter. I was considering doing a similar setup with my pc fans, but I'm running a smaller 5gal setup.

  3. I can't comment on this part, but DIY should be fine. As long as it's air tight and has activated carbon, it's not going to be much different than a store setup.

  4. Definitely active. Even if you just have 1-2 computer fans pulling in from the bottom, this will take some of the work load off of your outtake fans, especially if you plan on using the duel comp fan carbon filter. If you're feeling more fancy you could also consider a HEPA filtered fan as an intake, to reduce the chance of mold getting into your rig, as well as keeping dust from accumulating in the fans.
u/Doowrednu · 2 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

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u/funkymunniez · 2 pointsr/AskMen

air purifier

When you talk to your room mate, tell them that your place stinks and that you guys need to clean up if you want girls to come over. Dont blame him, just make it sound like it could be just as much your fault as theirs.

u/twonicorn · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I would get myself this if I had prime (and if I didn't feel guilty for spending money on myself). Thanks for the contest!

u/iliketobake · 2 pointsr/Rabbits

Yes! It helps cut down in the fur we have flying flying around and the big particles, but it's not a true HEPA allergy filter. I bought this one on Amazon. Not a miracle worker or anything, but it defintiely helps.

u/aksupra7 · 2 pointsr/AskReddit

Yep! I got this one for a gift for my mother, and she likes it. Fantastic reviews, and lifetime HEPA filter is really nice.

Hamilton Beach 04383 True Air Allergen-Reducing Air Cleaner

u/xynix_ie · 2 pointsr/daddit
u/goatmale · 2 pointsr/RATS

I bought an air purifier HEPA certified, and it's helped out a lot with my allergies and their sneezing, surprisingly.

u/indigofireflies · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

We have this one. We have three dogs and it helps a TON! It has a quiet mode that I never hear when it's on.

u/andgiveayeLL · 2 pointsr/dogs

I'm allergic to both dogs and cats and I have both. This list is more of the "nuclear options" just because of how severe my pet and dust allergies are, but even doing these things on a less extreme scale would probably help:

  1. HEPA filters for the air vents. Change them once per month

  2. I take Zyrtec daily (Costco has by far the best deal. You can buy it with a 5% upcharge if you aren't a member)

  3. In the spring when plants get added to the mix, I add another antihistamine (take Zyrtec in the morning and the second one at night). Usually it's allegra or claritin

  4. Brushing. Happens as near to daily as I can manage on my schedule

  5. Vacuuming. We have a Neato bot vac that runs daily, and we have the dyson pet hair (I actually don't love the Dyson. I think it's poorly built. If money were no object, I'd buy a Miele. If you have a rich family member, I'd throw a Miele on your registry and never look back).

  6. An air purifier. We use this in our bedroom because it's quiet and effective

  7. Bed linens and blankets get washed as often as possible (once a week minimum) because the cats share our bed and our dog loves the blanket I use on the couch. Pillowcases get changed every other night because my asshole cat thinks that is the best place to sleep

  8. If it's that bad, consider allergy shots. They are a huge PITA because of how often you have to go into the doctor to do them, but they work for some people

  9. Exposure/time will actually make a difference in the long run. My pet allergies were at their absolute worst when I was in college and didn't live with a pet. When I would come home and see my mom's cats, it was truly miserable. Now that I've got animals in my own home, it's better than it could be

  10. If you have your own home or are looking for one, hard surface floors are your best friend (wood, tile, concrete, etc). Carpet is awful for holding onto pet dander and hair. We don't own our own place yet, but when we do, the first change I'm making is getting rid of any carpet.

    Edit to add: On the topic of vacuuming, I'm getting this for Christmas and I'm hopeful that it will make vacuuming her spot on the couch easier than hauling the full sized vacuum up there
u/butthead · 2 pointsr/Allergies

I've been using this model since March 2014, and it has served me well and still runs great.

It's currently out of stock, but it looks like you can get the black model (which as far as I can tell is identical except for color) and it's in stock and actually several dollars cheaper for some reason.

I have severe asthma / allergies and it does the trick. I chose it after doing a whole lot of research on affordable HEPA air purifiers that don't emit ozone. This is pretty much the best you'll find it seems, and I doubt much has changed in the 2 years since I've bought it.

Be vary careful what model you end up buying because some models may be way cheaper but you won't be able to find filters for them anywhere because they're out of production. That's one of the many reasons I ended up going with the one I have. Availability of filters, affordability, reliability, and effectiveness. But if you throw affordability out of the window you can prob fine an even better one, but it's going to cost a whole lot more.

u/reddit_beer_map · 2 pointsr/guineapigs

It's a HEPA air purifier. It cost a few hundred bucks but it is awesome. Whenever we change the filters, it's amazing to see how much crap the filters suck up. And we've had it for five years running 24/7, so money well spent.

Edit: We have this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00440EKRG/

u/Flam5 · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I agree. If OP has a flashlight, respirator, some sort of eye protection and a ladder, I'd simply take a peak, and take pictures.

Short of that, OP, I'd simply recommend getting an air purifier with a UV filter such as this until it's addressed. If that's too much to deal with until the landlord comes back, I'd just look into shacking up at a friend or family's place for a few days, especially with an infant in the mix, as infants would be more susceptible to health problems due to mold being in the air.

u/Bmorehon · 2 pointsr/BroMoHousekeeping

You need a HEPA filter. I like this one because there are 2 filters, one that catches the hair and big stuff that I can just rinse off, and one that catches the nitty gritty that needs to be replaced every so often. With 3 dogs and 4 cats, this thing is running 90% of the time, even when we aren't home.

Also, when was the last time you changed your AC unit filter?

u/nerd0001 · 2 pointsr/gadgets

The quality of the filter does matter...the higher the rating, the better it will filter out bacteria and other harmful particles. Having a multistage filter with charcoal will further pull odors out of the air. My Dr has one of these in his small office

Here is a guide to the MERV raitings it shows what types of particles each level will generally filter out. The HEPA filters will start at level 17 and have their own scale.

You typical lowes/ homedepot air filters for your home are around a MERV 5 for basic and 11 for the higher end.


u/kbrsuperstar · 2 pointsr/CleaningTips

I like the dusters so much I'm considering trying the dry floor swiffer to tackle the cat hair between vacuuming days. Anyway, I do have suggestions - the purifier I use (which I really like) was discontinued but this one is from the same company and seems to have all the same features. (I have another one on my wish list that has good reviews but I haven't tried.)

u/tunacanstan81 · 2 pointsr/Asthma

I have severe persistent asthma and cut grass and smoke are my big triggers. A hepa filter is a godsend https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_2?hvadid=77927961929488&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=hepa+filter+air+purifier&qid=1569333126&s=hpc&sr=1-2 this is a link to the one I use and It, alongside my meds helps when my crazy redneck neighbor gets smoky.

I hope this helps

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Cheers

u/vvwwvwvwv · 2 pointsr/beyondthebump

This item has a UV-C light that kills germs. I love these things because I got allergies too and cats and it's a great multitasker. And white noise for sleeping!

Germ Guardian AC4825 22" 3-in-1 True HEPA Filter Air Purifier for Home, Full Room, UV-C Light Kills Germs, Filters Allergies, Smoke, Dust, Pet Dander, & Odors, 3-Yr Wty, GermGuardian, Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VGvDDb62WDK9T

u/Ebiki · 2 pointsr/parrots

This one!

Looks like they recently dropped the price, too. I reccomend it since tiels can be very dusty birds.

u/Paulievouz · 2 pointsr/cat

I had crazy allergies too when I first got my cat Roo. You do eventually build up an immunity, but to be fair it took me months and I was even considering seeing an allergist for shots.

The only thing that helped was taking claritin or zyrtec with a purifier I bought on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OVkACbBRGZHD9

I also tried tapering off the claritin to every other day until I was finally exhibiting mild symptoms such as occasional sneezing and coughing, which I had a proair to combat.

See your doctor for allergy prescriptions or an allergist if you want to take the shot route. Other than that it'll definitely go away.

u/NeeshXD · 2 pointsr/vancouverwa

We got an air filter. We had to spend a little but it's worked out extremely well. This is the one we got: http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY

u/djh3315 · 2 pointsr/chinchilla

I have a HEPA air filter tower fan (http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_32_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1457712944&sr=8-32&keywords=tower+fan) which i would highly recommend. It is quiet and helps filter a lot of the dust/hair out of the air. Be prepared to clean out the filter weekly!

u/budgiefacedkiller · 2 pointsr/parrots

I'm pretty poor (lol) so my favorite "budget" HEPA filter is this Germ Guardian tower. The smaller one was perfect for a 1 bedroom apartment. We tried a cheap Honeywell before this one and it was SO NOISY.

For a water filter we have an under-sink filter (like this) and it is awesome! No more changing a filter every 3 months. And it does a really good job filtering our super hard well water.

u/PopWhatMagnitude · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Can't comment on the for life aspect but I bought this one 14 months ago and have had no problems leaving it on low 24/7. For $100 I am happy with it. And I should admit I have only replaced the filter once and it has still held up.

GermGuardian AC4825, 3-in-1 Air Cleaning System with True HEPA, UV-C and Odor Reduction, 22-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_tDEHub0FY3HJ3

u/cheungster · 2 pointsr/Asthma

The only thing I guess i can recommend is the air filter. I keep it on 24/7 on low and it picks up all the dust and bad stuff in my bedroom. Without it I would wake up snorting and with an itchy feeling in the back of my throat. I'm sure it's mostly allergies but dust can have a huge effect on your asthma.

Hopefully it's not against the rules to link products... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fAfKzbKPVXFZQ

u/DoodlesAndSuch · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

:D
I'm very glad I took my chances on this one. It was one of the cheapest ones with good ratings, but it's been beautiful! If you're interested

u/Kinaestheticsz · 2 pointsr/AnimeFigures

Get a room air purified and just run it on low all the time. It will cut down the dust SIGNIFICANTLY in such a small, enclosed space as your figures are in. Something like this would do the trick, and for not that much money overall. It would allow you to be, as you state that you want to, really really lazy :P!

u/killing1sbadong · 2 pointsr/MushroomGrowers

I had posted a similar question earlier and there didn't seem to be much response to it. From what I've read online, oyster mushrooms have pretty strong sporulation, and you can develop allergies etc from breathing a ton of it. With 9x5lb blocks that will probably be a lot of spores, and taking a few precautions is never a bad idea.

I am setting up a shelf greenhouse similar to your setup, and my plan is to put HEPA filters on the 120mm (computer/muffin) fans to filter the exhaust from the greenhouse.

There is a great 3D printing part designed for this exact thing.

I've printed it and it seems good so far, but I haven't actually finished setting it up. By cutting correctly shaped holes in the greenhouse (probably securing the fan with zipties) and sealing around it, you should be able to fix both your FAE problem and prevent most of the spores from leaving the greenhouse.

HEPA filters are usually 0.2-0.5 micron, and the spores are on the order of 2 micron, so they should work pretty well. As a backup / to keep the room tidy in general, I've also picked up one of these floor fans with a HEPA filter off of Amazon. That will also help remove them from the air, as some will definitely get loose over time.

Once I have my system set up I'm planning on putting up a few photos, but it'll be another week or two.

Sorry for the wall of text, hope it helps!

u/Animus_Complex · 2 pointsr/StonerProTips

I can get away with little to no smell with this setup:
Sploof
HEPA air purifier with charcoal filter that I blow out of the sploof, right behind
Glade/Febreeze plug-in
Ozium for good measure

u/The_Masturbatrix · 2 pointsr/parrots

I'm really sorry to hear that happened! Sounds like you have a lot on your plate right now. Just remember that you are doing everything that you can, because that's all that you really can do. No point in beating yourself up over things you can't control. Life gets busy, but the very fact that you took your baby to the vet shows you are a better pet mom than most pet owners. Just do what you can when you can, and know that he will get better.

You might consider making Pip's breakfast ahead of time or in batches so that you only have to scoop some into his bowl. Technically you can do the same for you. /r/MealPrepSunday is a pretty big sub with lots of advice for doing just that.

As for depression, do you have anyone you can talk to? It helps to have a buddy or family member to vent to and get advice. Not everyone has this, but it certainly helps. Otherwise you can feel free to vent to me. I'm not the wisest 26 year old, and also I'm a 26 year old, but hey, I'm here with a metaphorical ear.

The Rabbit Air is a good purifier, but it's also upwards of $500. I'm not sure what kind of money you have for a purifier, but a reasonably priced alternative would be this.

Just give your little guy lots of love and as much attention as you can. He'll come around :)

u/needanightlight · 2 pointsr/dogs

I have this filter in my bedroom because I am slightly allergic to dogs. Keeps my room pretty much odor free, running on low all day. germ guardian

u/lfnoise · 2 pointsr/tinnitus

If you’re willing to spend, how about an air purifier? this one has a very smooth noise band. no rattle or buzz. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BTKAPUU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XZfXAbZ5AD8WA

u/TaruNukes · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

The Coway is consistently getting top reviews and right now is on sale

Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier with True HEPA and Eco Mode https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BTKAPUU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_rzQVAbKQKCH1C

u/dreiter · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

From one of the links in my first post, this Conway seems well-rated and with decently-priced replacement filters. I'm afraid I don't know anything about German import costs though. The Conway allows the ionizer function to be turned off. The reviews appear to be legitimate as well.

u/bgaesop · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

I've been very happy with this Coway filter. My favorite feature is that you can set it so it measures air quality and turns itself up when it detects extra particulate, and then turns itself back down when it's cleaned up.

u/blueforrule · 2 pointsr/eastbay

Good call! We also just purchased two air purifiers (one for office, one for home) for the "Fall Season."

u/PhytoRemidiation · 2 pointsr/SaltLakeCity

Awesome. Thank you so much for the recommendation. Ive been considering a $200 model by Honeywell, that has a pre carbon fllter and then a double HEPA filter, this one. But i will check out yours, thank you again.

u/crmickle · 2 pointsr/Allergies

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G

If you look at the last image in the preview for this Honeywell air purifier you can see the CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rating) for a few different impurities. You should try to find these ratings for your air purifier to compare, the higher the number the better.

Otherwise, look into allergen reducing mattress and pillow covers if you haven't already. Washing sheets regularly should also help a little.

I hope you end up finding some relief, let me know if you have any more questions.

u/plz_sapnupuas · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=HEPA+FILTER&qid=1557862632&s=gateway&sr=8-6

This is the one I have. I usually put it on turbo after some cleaning and stirring up dust. Otherwise I put it on high when I'm away, medium when I am around because of noise and low when I sleep. Its perfect for some white noise.

u/IgnorantOlympics · 2 pointsr/gadgets

Not OP, but I really like my HPA300. It was Consumer Report's top pick when I bought it. They also make a 200 and a 100 if you have a smaller room.

u/bomber991 · 2 pointsr/gamecollecting

I've got a HEPA air purifier thing. One of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493406584&sr=8-1&keywords=hpa%2B300&th=1

I still get dust on crap in my room, but it happens at a slower rate than with the rest of the house.

Really not sure how to train her not to jump on your game shelves. Cats usually like to climb up high. You can lay down some double-sided tape at the edges of the shelves, which will freak her out everytime she jumps on them until she remember not to jump up there.

u/dmagikwand · 2 pointsr/sleep
u/ViciousJungleChicken · 2 pointsr/AskWomen

Crazy cat lady here, I have four in my apartment. Unless they are lying to me, everyone that comes over is always shocked I have cats because it doesn't smell like it "should". I have two air purifiers in the house these and I have this one that sits directly on top of the litter box. I've had my four cats around 10 years and also fostered probably about... 30. So I feel like I've tried it all and I finally have a good ritual and set up. I use this litter box because it's big and tall which they prefer but also easy to get inside when it's time to clean. I use this track mat because so far it's really done the best to keep the litter from traveling far from the box. And like you, I clean it 2-3 times a day. The litter that is. I use this litter which is LIGHT YEARS better than anything else I've ever used. One of my cats also has horrible allergies and this is the one litter I've found that she doesn't react to. It also doesn't dust so you don't have to constantly feel like poofs of litter are showing up around the house or on the carpet or furniture. I also vacuum every single day. I have one vacuum I use for the floor where there may be litter tracked and another I use that never touches litter. I think this is fairly important. This vacuum honestly is the best I've found for hair. Miracle worker. Unless you can afford the Dyson Animal. I also have this spray that I'll use for my carpet and fabric once a month or so and I feel like it makes a huge difference. And then lastly I also keep windows open whenever I can and I have this diffuser and put oil in it a few times a week and let it run for a bit, plus it looks cool with the lights :) Oh! and one last thing that I think is great... put one of those cardboard scratch pads near the litter box so the cat has to step over it to get anywhere else. Like off the track mat but near the box. I do this and all the cats inevitably use the scratch pad for fun when walking by it but I'm convinced it also cleans their paws from any litter left over before they start walking around the rest of the house!

u/samipk1234 · 2 pointsr/dubai

I got this one as it has pretty good ratings and it ships directly to UAE. Let's see it it's any good after it arrives which will be a while as it was somehow send to Riyadh by mistake :).

u/CabernetSauvignon · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

http://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-04383A-Allergen-Reducing-Cleaner/dp/B00EIDFSBG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1418019223&sr=8-4&keywords=air+purifier

I ended up with one of these, but mainly to reduce dust. It works fairly well, but I can't comment on how good it is for overall allergen reduction.

u/ninabrujakai · 2 pointsr/aww

I bought one of these air purifiers, I feel like it really makes a difference with the fur in the air. We also have a roomba. But yeah, I'm still covered in fur if he comes near me. (For context, I live in a 1,000 sqft apartment.

u/sanity · 2 pointsr/HVAC

> This is the reason HVAC companies can get away without testing duct leakage!

How can I get this tested? I'm guessing I probably shouldn't use the company that installed the system.

> The return side of the system is under negative pressure -therefore sucking in air from leaks.

Good point.

> Adding a high MERV filter to an existing system often increases filter bypass and return side leakage, especially if the filter is at the wall rather than immediately under the blower.

Very interesting, I had never considered that a high-MERV filter could actually do a worse job of cleaning the air.

So would you argue that MERV 12 is overkill for a HVAC system? What would you recommend?

> What you need is a good quality stand alone air cleaner/filter. Put it in the room where you spend time.

I have done that also with our bedroom, but perhaps it's not a good model, it's one of these. Thoughts?

u/lightaqua · 2 pointsr/newjersey

Happy to help, these carbon filters are the ones I'm referencing. I think they could fit in a water bottle. The one you can buy is called a smoke buddy. The desktop filter that I have is this one Pricey but worth it, removes smoke very fast. Plus it feels like a nice fan for the room when it's on.

u/HellsKitchenVaper · 2 pointsr/electronic_cigarette

It should work the same. My boss has this one in the back office because he wants the room cleared every now and then when he has meetings. Takes just a few minutes for it to suck up/cycle the air and clear the room, so vaping with it on should help a lot.

u/istandabove · 2 pointsr/Asthma

I’ve had everything from a $20 air purifier to $1,200.

This is my favorite

GermGuardian AC4100 3-in-1 Desktop Air Purifier, HEPA Filter, UVC Sanitizer, Home Air Cleaner Traps Allergens for Smoke, Odors, Mold, Dust, Germs, Smokers, Pet Dander, Germ Guardian Room Air Purifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G7VNO86/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kL-UCbJB7QBC9

They do work. I do not recommend the expensive ones unless you’re extremely ill.

u/DoctorsSong · 2 pointsr/migraine

I have chemical sensitivities and almost any perfume is to much for me. Plus fragrance is in everything (why o why do products have to add fabreez to everything under the sun?!) Laundry Detergent (I'm looking at you Gain! You. Are. Evil!) hand soap, shampo, lotion etc. But I digress...

A big part of why people over do on perfume is because they put on enough so they can smell it which is a huge mistake. Perfume is one of those things where less is more, but people don't seem to grasp that concept.

And I've worked with co-workers who just plainly didn't care. No one was going to tell them what they could or couldn't wear. You have a couple of options here:


Option 1: Invest in a small air purifier like this one.

Option 2: Tell her about all of the horrible chemicals companies can put into 'fragrance' because its proprietary information and they don't have to disclose it. Make it about how the fragrance is harming her.

Option 3: If you're in the States, Go to your boss. Explain that you have a medical condition (you can disclose or not disclose its migraines) and offer some optional ADA 'reasonable accommodations' (this wording is important. It's part of the Adults and Disabilities Act law) such as: A fragrance free work environment that everyone needs to adhere to, paying for the air purifier, or moving to another location that can be fragrance free.

If you're in another country find out if you have such accommodations provided by law and what they are. Hope this helps.

u/billege · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Here you go, try this https://www.amazon.com/Coway-AP-1512HH-Mighty-Purifier-White/dp/B01728NLRG?ref=ast_p_ep
Had a similar model for about 7 years now. It's very quiet.

u/mrskitch · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Yes, we went with their top recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG (stripped the referral link).

u/WinterCharm · 2 pointsr/Amd

Sub 200... Let me see what I can find that will work for you.

Coway AP-1512HH Mighty amazon link -- can be had for around $170 and is very very good. I would put it near the birds (same room, etc) , as that's what you say is the biggest source in the house.

  • it's a 4 stage filter
  • it has an auto air quality detector and power saving modes
  • wall mounted or tabletop
  • relatively quiet, and has a quiet mode.
  • doesn't make much ozone.
u/lilbackwoods · 2 pointsr/trees

Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier with True HEPA, PlasmaWave and Odor Reducing Washable AOC Carbon Filter
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_y.mZBb5H09G3V

u/lawgman · 2 pointsr/SiberianCats

This one from Winix is my favourite: https://www.amazon.com/Winix-5500-2-Purifier-PlasmaWave-Reducing/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1537286728&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=winix++air+purifier&psc=1

(It also has actual carbon pellets and a great prefilter screen which is easy to vacuum).

We have 3 different air cleaners and the one above is the best of the three. Most cleaners can only really clean anywhere from 200 to 400 sq feet and that assumes the highest setting (which for most air cleaners is not practical because of the noise). The Blue Pure ones recommended by the other person cleans a bit larger area because the filter is not as fine but that cleaner is also not a true hepa cleaner. Whether that makes a difference or not, I don't know but the manufacturer of Blue Pure recommends their "classic line" of cleaners that are true HEPA for severe allergy sufferers.

One thing to keep in mind that that for most cleaners, you can't use the highest setting and still function with all the noise the cleaner will produce. We set the Winix on level 3 and consider it relatively quiet (moving up to level 4 makes it quite loud).


u/lelouch1 · 2 pointsr/Allergies

I see. Depends...this one for example is 99 USD in the US and has UV light Pure Enrichment PureZone 3-in-1 True HEPA Air Purifier - 3 Speeds Plus UV-C Air Sanitizer - Eliminates Dust, Pollen, Smoke, Household Odors and More - with Whisper-Quiet Operation and Auto Off Timer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JKDAN2M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hQV4BbHGD70J3

u/BetrayedThoughts · 2 pointsr/trees

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JKDAN2M/ & Underdog vape to Sploofy

u/owowhatsthis123 · 2 pointsr/functionalprint

LEVOIT LV-PUR131 Air Purifiers for Home with True HEPA Filter, Cleaner for Large Room, Allergies, Pets, Smokers, Smoke, Dust, Odor Eliminator, Air Quality Monitor, Energy Star, 2-Year Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W54K29J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_txSBCbPC7RG7Y

u/sk038 · 2 pointsr/RATS

I'd honestly recommend an air purifier - my boys are stinky af and the smell cleared right up within a day when I got this puppy running:

Levoit Air Purifier with True HEPA Filter Active Carbon Filtration, Captures Allergies, Bacteria, Dust, Mold, Pollen for Home Air Cleaning, Reduces Odors of Smokers, Pet, Chemicals, 3-Speed Fan, Night Light, 100% Ozone Free, LV-H132 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B071D58ZY5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NmDvDbBAMAW0B

u/tomkomplex · 2 pointsr/craftymighty

Levoit Air Purifier with True HEPA Filter Active Carbon Filtration, Captures Allergies, Bacteria, Dust, Mold, Pollen for Home Air Cleaning, Reduces Odors of Smokers, Pet, Chemicals, 3 Speeds Plus Night Light and 100% Ozone Free, LV-H132 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B071D58ZY5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XnpRBb1TMWCPK

u/ticktocktoe · 2 pointsr/washingtondc

This one - been very happy with it so far. Its def. powerful enough to easily handle my bedroom/walk-in closet. 2 of them could probably handle the whole first floor of my house to be honest. Normally I leave it on the lowest setting, but a few hours before bed I'll usually run it on the highest.

u/goodness · 1 pointr/Parenting

We have the round mechanical noise machine that a couple folks linked to here already. It is nice, but kinda expensive for something that just makes noise.

A couple years ago we were dealing with allergies in our house, so I ended up buying a couple hepa filters that are older models of this. On low, this sounds basically like the round noise machine's loudest setting. Medium is like that noise machine on steroids. High is like an airplane idling in the room. We love them. We actually lug those things around on road trips because they are so great at drowning out outside noise.

u/IveCreatedAMuenster · 1 pointr/BabyBumps

My husband and I got this one for our room since we both have terrible allergies and plan on getting the same for the nursery.

u/XoXFaby · 1 pointr/Asthma

if you are having problems with dust mites and other airborne allergies I recommend an air purifier ( HEPA ).

I got one of these and it's amazing.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-17000-S-QuietCare-True-Purifier/dp/B000050AQ5/ref=sr_1_9?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1486777375&sr=1-9&keywords=honeywell+air+purifier

u/nonfiction_1968 · 1 pointr/cigars

I was looking at one but never pulled the trigger, decided a heater in my porch would be the only sure way to avoid smoke in the house.

I was looking at the True Hepa but have no experience, just seemed like it might do the job from my research.

u/grog4590 · 1 pointr/RealEstate

I've been in this situation several times in my current apartment. I went with an air filter like this one. It doesn't completely eliminate smoke but it helps a lot. Also helps with my allergies.

The smoking tenant eventually caused a fire (fire trucks and everything) and ended up leaving shortly after so that problem solved itself, I guess.

u/myersjustinc · 1 pointr/aww

My wife and I have this air purifier and recommend it highly. (I'm the allergic one.) Several of our friends with cat allergies also have come over and remarked how little they reacted to our cat compared to others, and the purifier's been a big part of that. It can be a bit loud, but it has different speed/loudness settings (and can be moved from room to room), so it's usually not a problem.

u/SoMuchMoreEagle · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

According to the chart on the Honeywell Enviracaire HEPA's Amazon page, it cleans up to 350 square feet, so I assume a smaller one wouldn't clean that much. Take a look at the chart at the bottom of the page.

I keep mine mostly in the kitchen to filter out the kitchen smells, but sometimes move it if I need it in another room. I try not to move it too much, however, since the thing is kind of heavy and a bit loud on the high setting. Probably one large one for the main part of the house and then one for each other room would do (I wouldn't worry about the bathroom). It depends on how much you want to spend on them and how much stuff you need to filter out.

u/intensely_human · 1 pointr/worldnews

> is anywhere good anymore? lol

It is weird that people don't talk about it. What specifically have you tried in terms of starting conversations?
As for where is "good" these days, my window sills don't constantly fill with black dust so I suspect here's "good" with regard to coal particulates.

If I had that going on, I'd be looking for some kind of air filter I can have in the house that circulates and cleans the air. Maybe something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1467784871&sr=8-4&keywords=hepa+filter

Would be an interesting experiment to let that thing run in one of your rooms for a week and then take a look at the filter. I wonder if I would have black dust in it?

u/wobbletons · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

Over the summer I was living in a 1 bedroom apartment and I was the only tenant in the building who didn't smoke. My solution was to put a hepa air filter in the room with me and never turn it off. it wasn't perfect but it did help a lot. I was also going to seal off the vents or put some kind of filter in them, but never got to it.

u/drogean3 · 1 pointr/explainlikeimfive

sounds like your mattress sucks, you might wanna get a memory foam topper and/or memory foam contour pillow to fix your neck

Also, take your allergy medicine before bed and/OR get an air purifier and run that for a day/overnight

ALSO for sinuses, get yourself a nasal rinse kit and do that before bed

u/LordWolfs · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Thank you will give that a try we were looking at this one think this would do the trick?

u/Shiny_Callahan · 1 pointr/USMC

I have a huge Honeywell air purifier that I sleep with running wide open. The only time it sucks is when the power goes out and suddenly there is no more wonderful noise to drown out the damned ringing.

u/styledliving · 1 pointr/AskSF

I've been running the IQ Air Health Pro Plus for years (I'm slightly allergic to cats, but I have a cat).


I turned it on Thursday night (11/8) and have been breathing easy since.


I also have a Honeywell 50250 that I give out as a loaner from time to time or for spot purifying in a bedroom.

The first option isn't so affordable, but the second one is great for most folks.

u/fake_belmondo · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

This guy:
https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-True-HEPA-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY?th=1

Honeywell 50250-S
It's a beast and loud, but wife's allergies are much improved -- which is why we needed it.

u/MOHSHSIHd84 · 1 pointr/Allergies

Seconded, especially in winter when its extra dry. Even moreso this: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-50250-S-99-97%25-Round-Purifier/dp/B00007E7RY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1421327310&sr=8-2&keywords=hepa+filter

Best x-mas present I ever received. Thing is amazing.

u/snatohesnthaosenuth · 1 pointr/DIY

Put an air filter in her room right now.

I had one of those short, fat, round Honeywell HEPA filters. It reduced the dust in my apartment tremendously. I set it to run for about an hour per day while I was gone, and turned it on when I was vacuuming. World of difference.

Edit: links. I had one like this, except programmable. I guess they don't have a programmable version in that form factor anymore. I guess this style is the only option.

u/SOwED · 1 pointr/AskReddit

Do you want it for small spaces, or your entire apartment?

A bit of searching turned up all different sizes, from this to this, which says it works for 390 sq ft.

u/small_fish · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I'll have to double check when I'm home, but I bought a small Honeywell a couple years ago. It helped with my allergies, but it took way too long to filter my tiny bedroom. A year ago I bought this model (I think), and its much better. Also, you need to realize hepa-type is not the same as true hepa. This model filters much larger rooms in more reasonable time. The main tradeoff is its a bit large, but it is also very modestly priced.

Still needs a few more years of use to determine if its really bifl quality.

u/all_those_words · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

I have a honeywell air purifier. It's not cheap, but this thing is awesome. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7RY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

u/chill02 · 1 pointr/Allergies

I got this one and it gets the job done. You only need to replace the carbon filter every couple of months. It was slightly cheaper when I bought it a month ago, though.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7RY

u/DarthContinent · 1 pointr/AskReddit

You could get a HEPA air purifier to keep airborne cat dander under control. Also you might be able to get antihistamine shots through your doctor. If I'm not mistaken, some things seem to more easily trigger an allergic reaction as we age.

A cat insinuated itself into our home years ago, my wife and I both are allergic to cats, but over time it seems like we've gotten accustomed enough that our reaction now is relatively light compared to around the time we first got him. If we go to someone's home though who's got that distinctive tang of cat dander in the air, we both start reacting similarly, so I guess keeping the air clean in conjunction with having our one cat whom our body's antibodies have become mostly accustomed to helps minimize the impact.

u/d8911 · 1 pointr/BabyBumps

Are you allowed to plug in a small air purifier at your desk? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DK35B/ref=psdc_510192_t1_B0000TMDY2

On the low setting they're usually really quiet. The one we put in our bedroom makes a huge difference with musty smells.

u/machinehead933 · 1 pointr/buildapc

A liquid cooler isn't going to fix your dust problem - you typically install the fans on the radiator as intake, so you'll be sucking in outside air anyway. Magnetic dust filters are a good idea, or maybe you can pick up something like this to cut down on dust near your PC.

Other than that, dust is just a problem no matter what, and you'll need to clean our your PC every once in a while.

u/MaxTheBiochemist · 1 pointr/AnycubicPhoton

Fixed: First off, thank you guys so much for your advice. This forum is a huge boon to owning a photon. Passing it forward, the problem was solved after I did the following:

  1. Cleaning the dust out of the room the printer was in and buying an Air purifyier/filter for $50 on Amazon and setting it up so it was right next to the printer, sucking air from underneath the printer where the intake fan is.

  2. After cleaning the room, I bought a bottle of Elegoo Gray. See Here. This stuff is amazing.
u/Azurphax · 1 pointr/buildapc

Great question. I'm using a (Holmes) air purifier with a carbon based filer from at least 15 years ago that is still running strong in my computer room (old version of this, and one of those cylinder type Honeywell HEPA purifiers in the bedroom. I change the filter on the hoilmes once it shows that its absorbed enough to make it a certain color, which amounts to about once every few years. The honeywell uses two filters, one acts much like the fan filters on your computer (foam, I rinse it clean pretty regularly), the other is a HEPA that I have never replaced (two years running). Now when I say that either of these are running strong, I mean not anywhere as strong as the AC filter, but still effective enough to run all day long and in the winter. Both push a little bit more air than the computer intakes.

As far as recommendations, depending on your budget, you have a lot of options with today's technology. If you're looking for the equivalent of an air cleaner benchmark you might want to look into the CADR, though those ratings are typically based on the unit being on highest speeds, which if you're like me is NEVER! Ideally, you'd use the biggest (affordable) cleaner running at low-med speeds. I use a pretty small one at the lowest speed when I'm in the room, and at medium when I'm sleeping/working. You can get some ideas on what you're getting into by looking at this Consumer Reports guide, or you can see what filters are most popular by checking the Amazon top sellers.

I'm thinking of getting an electrostatic filter sometime soon. Perhaps even one of the water based ones. Stay away from the cheapo hamilton beach stuff.

u/Jemunoz · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

...Or you could just buy an air purifier that does the "fog removal" portion for $27 dollars. I have one in my office and it works wonders.

u/strdg99 · 1 pointr/AskElectronics

Surprised I haven't seen it here, but a small, desktop HEPA air purifier w a charcoal filter element on top of it will take care of the (flux) fumes.

u/shazbot28 · 1 pointr/StonerProTips

Buy a carbon air filter purifier.

http://www.amazon.com/Holmes-HAP242-UC-HEPA-Type-Desktop-Purifier/dp/B0000DK35B/ref=sr_1_7?s=appliances&ie=UTF8&qid=1346095978&sr=1-7

Use the vap and blow the leftover smoke into the intake of the air purifier. The carbon will completely absorb any smell and smoke and return clean, fresh air. You'll need to buy new filters every 4-6 months or so depending how much you use it. They also have fresh scented filters.

u/ekibnur · 1 pointr/SaltLakeCity

I don't know what an income purifier is. For pm2.5 if it's really bad you want a normal mechanical air filter with a HEPA filter or an Ionic filter. Ionic filters do create ozone however, so if you're susceptible to ozone it's not the best choice. I have this one at the office right now. You can get a combination of plants to deal with bad air pretty effectively as well, but most people prefer a small air purifier to a whole bunch of plants.

u/roushimsx · 1 pointr/gamecollecting

You could try picking up an air purifier (like this one) for the room (might need to scale up to a larger one depending on the space), but you're still going to want to frequently vacuum the place. If you're not already vacuuming at least once a week, you need to up your game!

u/spacedust666 · 1 pointr/MMJ

get a hepa filter air purifier. I use one to keep the smell down. it works great!
http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Compact-Purifier-Permanent-HHT-011/dp/B000N9CPQK/ref=zg_bs_510192_6/187-4762868-7793509

u/mochikuchikopi · 1 pointr/Pets

I have two cats and pretty bad allergies. I can't help myself, I love animals. I got this one a few months ago, and it works well. The filter is permanent, so you just have to vacuum it to clean it. My allergies have significantly reduced. The only downside is that it's really only for small spaces. I also take vitamin D and probiotics to help my immune system, and claritin for the allergies. I'm not sure how well the vit. D and probiotics help, but antihistamines definitely make a difference. Good luck!

u/redlandmover · 1 pointr/asktrees

thanks. i think this might be the easiest one of all. do you think a normal room unit will work? http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HHT-011-Compact-Purifier-Permanent/dp/B000N9CPQK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1334612692&sr=8-3

u/ajmmin · 1 pointr/malelivingspace

Candles would work, but incense seems to be stronger. It would probably do a better job at masking the smell until you can fix the issue.

Here are some of my favorite scents. IMO, they are manly but don't have that overcompensation aspect I associate with overt scents like "leather," "pipe tobacco," "Man Town," etc.

Sandalwood rose incense

Sage & Citrus candle

Applewood candle

You might also think about an air purifier. A lot of house plants do a really great job at air purification too, and they can really make a place look classy.

u/Berean_Katz · 1 pointr/NoStupidQuestions

Although I'm not an expert, it definitely helps to have ventilation ducts running through your house, along with HVAC units to recycle the air inside with brand new air. Also, the type of flooring you have seems to make worlds of difference. My house in Japan is made of straight-up wood, whereas the houses I lived in the US are made of...laminate flooring, I believe? Also, if you have an attic, that's a major cause for dust collection; plus pets and number of human occupants.

I've been doing some research, and HEPA air purifiers can help filter the air in your home. I'm planning on buying one for my Japanese house. Here's a link to the one I'm ordering: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000N9CPQK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1397879924&sr=1-1&pi=SX200_QL40

u/MoeAverage · 1 pointr/HVAC

They make little air filtration machines that may help, my dad used one so he could smoke cigarettes in the house.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000N9CPQK?cache=4cfdd6043f0559095df0c3c56608e4cb&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1404321509&sr=8-3#ref=mp_s_a_1_3

u/vulchiegoodness · 1 pointr/Pets

i have the cat tower and litter box in the office, along with this honeywell purifier. i like it because i just blow it out with canned air, and pop it back in. i hate replacing filters. :) i have fairly severe allergies, and this helps quite a bit, imho.

u/caffeinegoddess · 1 pointr/trees

If you're doing it in just one small room, you could probably get a portable Hepa filter. It picks up the smoke while it's still in the air so less settles on the furniture and stuff.

This is the one I have for my apartment room. Originally got it for my seasonal allergies. I keep it by my door under the fire alarm and smoke with the window open and a sploof and I rarely need to spray anything.

u/Spongi · 1 pointr/AskReddit

Check under furniture, behind boxes etc. Cat may be pooping in unauthorized areas.

Might want to invest in a small air filter system for the room the litter box is in it if bothers you as much as it sounds like it does. Something like this.

u/0987alpha · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

This will do the trick:

http://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-04383-Allergen-Reducing-Cleaner/dp/B000R2WEJQ/ref=sr_1_10?s=appliances&ie=UTF8&qid=1344097785&sr=1-10&keywords=air+purifier

I keep mine on the maximum setting and have to vacuum out the filter once a month. You will notice almost overnight how "clear" the air is. Easier to breathe!

u/wreckeditralph · 1 pointr/SaltLakeCity

We bought several of these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R2WEJQ

They seem to be working great. When turned to max they are a bit loud. But the particulate count in our house is awesome now. One of the things I liked the most about this one is the permanent filter. It works great and not having to buy replacements is a big plus.

u/Pritel03 · 1 pointr/IndianFood

I have an air purifier running 24hrs a day and I crank it to a higher speed when cooking. It usually gets rid of the food odors within a few hours after cooking. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003RIUBG0/

u/avboden · 1 pointr/aww

i HIGHLY suggest this whirlpool one i've had one for years and it's incredible. The pre-filter will catch more cat hair than you can imagine exists and the main filter is true HEPA. It's expensive but the airflow and ability is unrivaled.

u/phreshjive · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Check out the Whirlpool Whispure 510: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00440EKRG/

u/asensualseal · 1 pointr/eldertrees

I have this, and it worked well in a closet at my last apartment.. But if you have the cash to spend, this is what I use now and it's amazing.

u/Metallica93 · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Why would I spend $500+ on a Rabbit Air when I specifically stated my budget and that square footage was not an issue?

Just bought an open box Winix WAC9500 for $188.

u/FunkExclusive · 1 pointr/dogs

You might want to invest in an air purifier.

I bought one of these after getting my pup and like it http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004VGIBZK/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/184-5288931-1262457

I also do not let her in my bedroom at all, and having all concrete floors really helps.

I think most dog owners get used to it and don't mind it, similar to smokers, but as a non-dog owner I thought it was awful to walk into other people's homes and it smelled like a dirty wet dog in their home, and I'm a huge animal lover.

But when the dog smells and is not groomed well and easily shedding all over you and you show up to hang out before a night out or something it's kind of gross.

Also not cool to bring home a lady and your whole place and bed is a cesspool of dog hair and pet odor so I try to minimize that personally as much as possible.

My next investment is one of those robot vacuum things since I don't even own a vacuum and hate sweeping mopping.

u/spewbert · 1 pointr/3Dprinting

Tried swapping to a brand new 0.4mm MicroSwiss hardened nozzle, so I know that one was definitely not clogged. Also cleaned out the stock brass 0.4mm and tried that, no luck.

FWIW, the air quality was a great thought. You might be right, but I'm working in a room with fairly low traffic and a Winix WAC9500 running with a fairly new filter, so I'd hope the air quality would be passable.

u/SirTulip · 1 pointr/internetparents

(thanks for all the help so far) Just wondering, how did you learn all of this stuff?

When should someone buy a dehumidifier? An old roommate once had some kind of personal air filter. When should someone purchase one of those?

u/Jessie_James · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

Do NOT use your HVAC system as an air filter. It will lower efficiency, cost more to use overall increasing your bills, wear out components, decrease your comfort, and doesn't work when it's off anyway. My HVAC blower motor (only) uses nearly 400w of power. A purpose built air filter I have uses less than 5w and actually cleans the air.

Get a dedicated and purpose built air filter. Amazon has dozens and they work far better and cost less to run. I have two of these and they are fine:

https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Sanitizer-Reduction/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1483585158&sr=8-3&keywords=germ+guardian

u/hemipenis · 1 pointr/beyondthebump

I bought this one.


GermGuardian AC4825 3-in-1 Air Purifier with True HEPA Filter, UV-C Sanitizer, Captures Allergens, Smoke, Odors, Mold, Dust, Germs, Pets, Smokers, 22-Inch Germ Guardian Air Purifier https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_XjhGAb7WD79N2


It has 3 fan settings. I keep it on 3 (2 is ok, but 1 is super quiet) as it's a fantastic white noise machine!


The hepa filter is replaceable, and so is the carbon filter. You don't need to use the UV setting. I did until it expired (UV bulbs typically stop producing uv radiation after 12mth from being turned on . I'm not replacing the bulb.


I buy the generic hepa filter now, as I'm cheap lol it's still catching a ton of dust. I use a good quality of filter (I buy in bulk on Amazon for a huge savings) in my furnace, so them combined do a great job. I don't have crazy dust issues at all. My allergies don't bother me anymore when inside.

u/Sp3cia1K · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

My item I'd like because I desperately need it and it's the lower end of the first place prize so it hopefully leaves extra to gift more people.

The person I love the most is my son (my Mom is a strong competitor for her life sacrifices to keep me safe and happy and for just being my damn Mother, she's amazing and my best friend). Cliche as it sounds, he is my world. Without him, I'd be nothing, and I honestly would not be here. My son is 19 months old, and every day is worth living because of him. Every breath is worth taking because of him. My life was empty before I had him. My reason to live is for him. My son is super fucking cute, and smart as shit for his age too. He learned everything SO early (rolling over at 2 months, sipping from a straw at 4 months, walking by 8 months). He amazes me every day with the things he's learned that I don't realize he's learned yet. He teaches me new things every day. I feel like every holiday, birthday, even normal day has more meaning and more life in it than it used to before I had him. There's this amazing feeling when this kid looks at me, smiles, and runs over to me with his arms out. And he gives me little bitty kisses even when he doesn't want to that make me feel so important to him. You probably didn't want a wall of text but I can't express how amazing having a kid is to me, having MY kid is to me, and how freaking incredible the kid is.

[I'll draw a picture of him tomorrow at work and update this]

My number to guess is 326.

Edit: I realized when checking contests that I forgot to submit my drawing I did so I know I'm disqualified. Ignore my entry, lol.

u/liquidevo618 · 1 pointr/saplings

Ask you neighbor to purchase a room purifier (and hell, one for you too!) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_XaL5AbNCSAJD7

I have this and the combo of air purifier + a candle cleans up a room to smelling fresh in like 30-60 minutes.

u/opeth10657 · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I bought mine on amazon for $80

You listed a two pack, but that's still quite a bit more

u/p0rkmaster · 1 pointr/AirBnB

you don't need an expensive HEPA purifier, I got one of these and it works great:

https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY/

I have in my house rules that vaping/dabbing is okay inside but joints/bongs/blunts are outside only. With the above air purifier in the house I don't have any problem at all with smell.

u/trishadow09 · 1 pointr/ferrets

I don't want to repeat what has already been said, but, I will add that putting an air purifier in the same room as the cage can help a lot. We have this one: https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Sanitizer-Reduction/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1491312363&sr=8-3&keywords=air+purifier.

It makes a pretty noticeable difference in reducing the smell.

u/CRIPPLED_Z0MBIE · 1 pointr/buildapc

I was looking at this.

u/lindsaybug12 · 1 pointr/Vaping

I haven't had this issue with vapor specifically, but the combination of two cats and occasional indoor smoke had us waking up congested and vacuuming/dusting all the time from the overall poor air quality. I picked up a HEPA type air filter which does an amazing job since it picks up anything 3 microns or bigger. It keeps our air clear and smelling fresh even while we vape heavily, so it may help you as well. It also does a great job of reducing dust and pet debris if that's a concern for you.

Does anyone have a reliable figure as to the size of vapor particles? That may help you see if this will work, since I believe most devices made specifically to clear vapor from the air work the same way.

This is the device we have:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_nT3Dzb2MCTBJV

u/Foobaca · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

Proper air circulation is best. However you achieve it, depends on the space. The fact of the matter is, you need fresh air to ventilate properly.

My desk/work space is in the basement. Have a couple windows down here, but proper air circulation has to be forced. I use an air purifier found here

Works for vape, as well as making the air down here a bit fresher. That said, Don't blow your vape directly into it. When you first start it up, sure because why not, but don't make it a habit.

I wouldn't put stock in something made specifically for getting rid of vapor personally. If not, I'd invest in an icare/myjet/one of the less loud setups. They're definitely handy

u/virtualmilkshake · 1 pointr/lifehacks

Absolutely!

Here is my model. This would be the newer version.

They run about $100 and it’s as easy as plugging it into the wall and turning it on as needed. I’ve used it for cooking smells as well as pet odors (in my dog’s last days, he had terrible ear infections and went to the bathroom everywhere), and I was satisfied with how it worked. It’s also supposed to work well for preventing allergens and germs, so I’ll kick it on during peak allergy times and whenever I’m sick. It was a gift that I never imagined I would use as much as I do, and I’d highly recommend it!

u/SingleWagon · 1 pointr/Allergies

I bought this
Air purifier
which says its CADR rated 100+ for medium size room. I think that should be more then enough for a small bedroom

u/ASmittyy · 1 pointr/Calgary

I’ve been using this germguardian for the past 2 years, run 24/7 and it hasn’t had a single hiccup. I find it’s quite effective. Filters are about $30 every 6 months and the pre-filter should be vacuumed monthly. It used to be Wirecutters ‘budget pick’ but it has now been replaced by a smaller tabletop unit. Check out their top picks here

u/piperandcharlie · 1 pointr/AskWomen

From my parents/family: A new coat, already purchased. Since we're living in my in-laws' attic with 4 cats, a HEPA filter. We could always use Petco, Target, or Amazon giftcards too - litter and food for 4 cats is a big part of our budget.

From fiance: wireless Bluetooth speaker for our attic room. Also, for my birthday (11/29) and Xmas gift, he's paying for our winter photoshoot :)

u/jimbonics · 1 pointr/Austin

Can't recommend this thing enough:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGIGVY

Also, there's tons of products out there for cat allergies, wipes, gels, etc.

u/Sti_mulus · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Had this guy running for about 3 years with the only time it being off was to change the filter. Solid.
GermGuardian AC4845


Given the track record I've had with them, you could get the higher end version since it still fits your budget AC9200

u/apiccirilli · 1 pointr/3Dprinting

Nothing that I came across when I was looking for something similar, unfortunately. I found that same enclosure and it seems insanely expensive for what it is.

What I might suggest is to have the printer in a room that you can close off and ideally has outside ventilation, with a HEPA filter like this:

http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=zg_bs_510192_1

The studies that are out there right now show a drastic dive in ultra-fine particle concentrations within 10-30 minutes after a print is completed, so as long as the filter runs just a little after the print is finished, the air should be clear. Add in a webcam in the room and something like Octoprint for total remote control.

Hopefully some other printers with HEPA/carbon filtered enclosures will start hitting the market soon.

u/zeyezai · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

Do you think this will work?

https://www.amazon.ca/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_4?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1520406533&sr=1-4&keywords=air+filter

It has HEPA filter, carbon filter, and charcoal filter. I'm just not quite sure how effective it would be. Don't want to spend $130 and still end up with the upper floor smelling like smoke. My dad closes the washroom door when he smokes so that's a plus. However, the smoke/odor still comes out from the bottom of the door.

u/Beeftin · 1 pointr/homeowners

We've got an air purifier running in the bedroom nearly 24/7. It seems to have been helping and I've just recently started changing the filter every 3 months instead of 6. Can't say whether I've noticed a difference on the days I forget to run it or not.

We haven't noticed any moisture anywhere but if there were any it would be down the basement. We had a foundation leak last spring but cleaned and repaired it and dealt with the external drainage as well so it doesn't reoccur. Other than that I haven't noticed anything on walls or floors, our house is pleasantly dry even during the really rainy weather we've had lately.

Washing the pillows is a good idea, can't hurt!

u/imnotjonsnow · 1 pointr/AskDocs

Sounds like allergies, or your body adjusting to the atmosphere. Keep your windows closed and try an air filter like this one.

Some might say it won't work but I know my brother had some success with one when he had symptoms like it with his kids.

u/kskwerl · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

I recommend this. I have three of them through out my apartment and they work great

http://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Cleaning-Reduction-22-Inch/dp/B004VGIGVY

u/partard · 1 pointr/engineering

Step 1 - Reduce the mold in the house.
Dry the area, dehumidifier in basement and living area even.

Step 2 - Reudce the mold in the bedroom.
Get a hepa air purifier for the bedroom - run it 24/7.
Make the room air tight if possible. Have an intake fan sucking air in and use a HEPA filter on that.

https://www.amazon.com/GermGuardian-AC4825-Sanitizer-Allergens-Guardian/dp/B004VGIGVY/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527701473&sr=1-4&keywords=hepa

https://www.htgsupply.com/products/growbright-hepa


Step 3 - optional - Get a cpap machine w/ hepa filters.

At this point you should be breathing in clean air w/ no mold spores.

u/Roughbuddha · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

get an air purifier. they're not terribly expensive and they work great.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

this is the one i got for my room and i love it. i actually got a 2nd one to put next to my cat's litter box.

u/MRSN4P · 1 pointr/sanfrancisco

I’ve really liked this one.

u/meowcatninja · 1 pointr/SiberianCats

I bought this one before I got my kitten and lucky have not need to use it since bring her home more then 2 months ago, I have had no reaction at all and my reactions to cats is normally pretty bad. I would also recommend doing the allergy test in person with the breeder you have picked and not just a mailed fur test.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

u/KashEsq · 1 pointr/SmartThings

I recommend using one of the GermGuardian purifiers that have a physical switch. I personally have their AC4825 model plugged into a SmartThings smart outlet in my bedroom. I keep the purifier always set to Medium and use routines to control when it turns on and off.

u/gurlhere · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I bought a germ Guardian one off amazon. I have yet to use it. But would love to hear if anyone has any advice on it. I just read the reviews and thought it looked like a good one.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004VGIGVY

u/ls1252 · 1 pointr/Austin

I actually purchased an air purifier and I think it has helped some. I just got this model on amazon because it's highly reviewed - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Jh_1984 · 1 pointr/Kombucha

use a food grade carbon filter.
I got the Germ Guardian AC4825, $93 on Amazon. I got it because it was highly rated for reducing food smells.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VGIGVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Harley_Djent · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

Well, I can't really say this is a budget purifier. It's $90. This is one I plan on ordering soon. It's doesn't seem to large and can cover an area of 155 square feet. The reviews are great.

u/irregular_regular · 1 pointr/NoStupidQuestions

I actually have a pretty strong air purifier that I've tried running in the room with the door closed, leaving nothing else in the room, but when I come back a few hours later the smell doesn't go away.

I think I'll put the office in there so it'll be used at most a few hours a day still but If I ever find out what it is I will let you know. Thank you for all of the suggestions, much appreciated :)

I wonder if I can try watering the walls and maybe solidify where the particles are so they all fall to the ground.

u/andy2na · 1 pointr/homeautomation

yup, this.

I have a Coway one which always turns on after its been turned back on the smartplug.

I also have a winix one that does not turn on when power is supplied back to it so I had to make a Harmony activity for automation.

u/bzzking · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Hello BIFL! I am moving into an apartment with 2 windows facing railroad tracks and will be needing an air purifier or 2. I came across the Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier which seemed like a great option! What does BIFL think and do you guys have any other suggestions?

u/CBMorris · 1 pointr/molekule
u/user_none · 1 pointr/sanfrancisco

I haven't been wearing a mask, though I agree with you on the usage of them. Luckily, I've had very limited exposure to the outdoor air. Still, this shit is bad.

For the indoor filter, I can tell you the Coway AP-1512HH works well.

https://smile.amazon.com/Coway-AP-1512HH-Mighty-Purifier-True/dp/B00BTKAPUU/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1542301845&sr=1-4&keywords=coway

u/ImperfectlyInformed · 1 pointr/Allergies

Probably good. https://www.missionallergy.com/ is the most commonly-recommended. I also have their comforter.

I use Coway https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTKAPUU/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - it's won some awards, seems good. You can get aftermarket filters which are pretty affordable. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076JJ42V7/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1

Make sure to clean your prefilter routinely. It'll tell you when to replace your other filters.

I have a small studio (around 350 sq ft); I run https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MXDRTKJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 continuously and it'll cost me about $20/month - I'm able to get to the upper 30% relative humidity. After I've done this for a few months I might relax it a bit and target 45% or something since 35-40% is pretty dry.

Sorry for the delay, LMK if you have any other questions.

u/magblues · 1 pointr/blackfriday

Coway Mighty Air Purifier (with True HEPA and Eco Mode; AP-1512HH)

shown here:
https://smile.amazon.com/Coway-AP-1512HH-Mighty-Purifier-True/dp/B00BTKAPUU?sa-no-redirect=1

u/Skarhle · 1 pointr/Calgary

I have a Coway Mighty and live in an old apartment that has a lot of areas smoke can leak in; very fresh and clean inside. Also have two cats that shed and you'd never notice. Parents honestly currently love hanging at my place even though they have cat allergies. It makes that much of a difference.

If you invest even $150 in something decent it's worth it. Mine was pricey but has a 4 stage filtration system, only change filters once a year for around $60. Make's a hell of a difference whether it's smoker, pets, chemicals, etc.

u/SharePertinent · 1 pointr/electronic_cigarette

If you are so inclined, buy an air purifier. I have one of these at home for cat allergies, because of course my girlfriend has 3 of the furry little razor claws.. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTKAPUU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This thing is great. I have a huge living room, not sure if its quite shop sized but it might be close - and this thing will suck a cloud from above my head straight into the corner where it sits. I've chain vaped on purpose just to mess with it and it went from hotbox territory to next to nothing in just a few mins.

u/rjpauloski · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I bought two of the Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier with True HEPA about 6 months ago.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BTKAPUU/

These units have excellent reviews and independent tests of performance and you can find them costing $160 every few months which is an excellent price for such a good unit.

Very happy with them. I keep one in the bedroom and one in the living room. They run on auto mode 24/7 and probably cost $3/month in electricity. Annual replacement filter is $50.

Consider 5 year cost of ownership on air cleaners. The AP-1512 was the cheapest I could find for the high performance you get with the unit.

u/hostilemu · 1 pointr/homeowners

Find someone who uses the Rotobrush or similar equipment on the air ducts, there is huge difference between that and just the typical "super" vacuum trucks. http://imgur.com/a/ebR1Z

These are great air purifiers: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G/

Also change the HVAC filter, buy the good ones, change it before and after the duct cleaning.

We also installed this, it works really well and was super simple to install.. (Bought from AirstarSupply, they support the warranty and its not a knock-off) http://www.amazon.com/REME-RGF-Air-Purification-System/dp/B00WSUK12M

Change the filters in your vacuum cleaner. If you have the funds I highly suggest a Neato (not a Roomba, do your research) that will run every day.

u/lillidubh · 1 pointr/NoStupidQuestions

This is what I have at home - 3 of them.

u/blood-guts-angelcake · 1 pointr/cats

My boyfriend is also allergic to cats, but we decided to try fostering two kittens to see how it goes because like your girlfriend I begged him to see if we could find a solution because I love cats. We've had our kittens now for a month and he's been taking a Zyrtec every morning, we vacuum and dust much more frequently, and most importantly we bought a HEPA filter which has made a huge difference. (Link here if interested - https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1498754741&sr=8-4-fkmr0&keywords=honeywell+allergen+plus+air+filter+20x25x1 ) It's a little pricey but it has essentially eliminated any discomfort for him. Before when he was around cats he would get scratchy eyes, wheezy, and tight chest. We live in about a 800 sqft apartment and keep it in the living room and it is super effective. We also never let them in our bedroom so he isn't sleeping near the dander. If you don't want to commit to adopting a cat in case your allergies are problematic, I definitely recommend fostering from a local shelter! We've really enjoyed it and it's much less of a commitment in case those solutions don't work out for you. Best of luck, & hope it works out!

u/dandroid42 · 1 pointr/Austin

I feel the need to mention hepa filters since no one has brought it up.
http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HA300BHD/dp/B00BWYO53G

The Honeywell 300 is quiet and it should be running in your bedroom all the time. I keep mine on turbo during the day and knock it down to medium at night. It's much quieter than the old cylindrical version and is probably why I was surprised cedar went defcon 1 today. Good luck to all. I hope we make it through this one.

u/Cantstoptoodangerous · 1 pointr/sanfrancisco

I bought this one last year and it works wonders. The large one is $170 but they have smaller ones as well. My sister has a smaller one and it works just as well. (But for a smaller area).

u/stareatthesun442 · 1 pointr/malelivingspace

Honeywell True HEPA Allergen Remover, 465 sq. Ft, HPA300 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BWYO53G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uosQCbD24NF13

That’s my personal preference. Have a 300 in the living room and a 100 in the bedroom. Only good things to say about it.

u/Cookiest · 1 pointr/malelivingspace

Hi everyone I'll keep track here for those interested:

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  • Entry (<$100)
    • LEVOIT LV-H132: Seems like a good budget model, with HEPA and Activated carbon. Filters seem relatively well priced. Only drawback is some people complain about the level of noise on the high setting.
  • Middle ($100-$300)
  • High End ($300-$500)
  • Dream ($500+)
u/tech_greek · 1 pointr/Delaware

Honeywell HPA200 or HPA300,

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-True-Allergen-Remover-HPA300/dp/B00BWYO53G/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Honeywell+HPA300&qid=1555253951&s=gateway&sr=8-3

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Save yourself money on the OEM filters and carbon, buy these and save money. I've noticed zero difference and my cabinets tend to stay cleaner from dust with these for some reason. The Honeywell carbon filters you have to end up cutting anyway which ruins them and sends dust everywhere.


https://www.amazon.com/VEVA-Replacement-Including-Pre-Filters-Compatible/dp/B01MG7B32D?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_10693580011

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You can not smell anything when you walk into our house and we have a pack of dogs essentially. This will all but solve your problem.

u/AdrenalineEmily · 1 pointr/malelivingspace

This one is awesome. Live in Phoenix. With four dogs. Cuts down on dusting massively.

u/Series_of_Accidents · 1 pointr/Futurology
u/CyphyZ · 1 pointr/funny

http://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-04383A-Allergen-Reducing-Cleaner/dp/B00EIDFSBG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1410433550&sr=8-5&keywords=air+filter

I have two. Love them. You can vacuum the filter instead of replacing it all the time. I have annoying dust allergies, this thing has been amazing.

u/ColinAllCarz · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Was it a looping track or one with thunder or music? If so, those actually kept me awake because I would find myself listening for those things. I had to have one that just had background noise. Now, I have one of these running on low 24-7. It acts as my background noise when I fall asleep and cleans the air :). I have one in both of my boys' rooms as well - bad allergy season over here this year.

u/BonchiFox · 1 pointr/parrots
u/JourneyIntoMystery83 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I have this air purifier: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EIDFSE8/ref=twister_B01M8IOHH2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1. Would leaving it on reduce the amount of my PC collects?

u/jetlaggedandhungry · 1 pointr/Edmonton

I bought a few last year; this is in my living room and this one is in my baby's room.

They were cheaper when I bought them, but my living room seems fine and I haven't noticed a smell in my kid's room either.

u/mrskwrl · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

dehumidifier. Mine smells a bit plasticky, but I wonder if that's because I used a new PVC shower curtain and the smell got trapped (I've bought a non-pvc curtain now because the smell was so bad). However it does work well for my small dead-end bathroom (collects 1/4-1/2 cup of water overnight after two people shower and hang wet towels up).

I also have this filter, but it has it's problems. Primarily it's not true hepa, but also it is quite small and noisy for a medium to large bedroom. It collects a lot of dust in the filter, but not efficient for the room. I definitely recommend something else like this Honeywell. My mom has one with her 3 cats and it actually works. I have doubts about mine, but I guess that's what I get for cheaping out. Definitely avoid anything that's not true Hepa. I bought a Honeywell one previously where all it had was 'statically loaded' corrugated plastic--utter scam and 100% useless.

u/8bitterror · 1 pointr/BabyBumps

I went through the same thing for weeks. The box may be clean of litter, but my super-sniffer nose can smell everything!

I finally figured out the right combo to combat the smell. I bought of of these, and set it up next to the litter box: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01728NLRG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And I switched to this litter: https://www.chewy.com/arm-hammer-litter-double-duty/dp/51973

Works like a charm! The litter box is right behind the sofa but now I can sit there and not smell a thing.

Good luck!

u/abvrdium · 1 pointr/HomeKit

Is this the one you bought? I want to make sure it turns on automatically via a HomeKit plug: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG

u/SeagateSG1 · 1 pointr/Futurology

I did recently have one done. It came back that I'm severely allergic to dust and mold, as well as a few other outdoor things to varying degrees (pigweed, ragweed, sheep sorrel, bayberry, birch, maple, mulberry, sycamore, cottonwood, cat, cockroach, grass mix, grass smut, alternaria, penicillium, and mucor racemosus, plus the dust mites)

I've already done a lot of what you said, to little effect. My nose has been an ongoing issue this year. Earlier in the year I had deviated septum surgery as well as endoscopic sinus surgery to scrape everything clean. Prior to that I just got really clogged at some point, mucus was draining into my throat and lungs and I was coughing it up, etc.

After the surgery I was perfectly fine for probably about 4-5 months. I breathed fine and honestly it was incredible. Then a bit over a month ago, I went on a cruise to the Bahamas and when I got back I started getting stuffed up nose symptoms again. Returned to the doctor, they looked up there with their flashlight and said it doesn't look like a sinus infection, which led to the allergy testing.

Since then (about 2 weeks) I've done everything I've read and can think of. I've used both loratadine and Zyrtec, and honestly neither of these are lessening my symptoms whatsoever, which makes me think it might not be allergy related at all. I also think it's weird that the congestion is always on just the right side of my face, whereas the left side is completely clear, which is at least something.

I've cleaned my entire apartment from top to bottom, scrubbed the walls, gotten new pillows, I've always washed my sheets regularly. Used the vacuum to sweep my couch. Regularly replace the air filter in the ac unit, complex gives us these for free. Got a mold kit testing the air quality right now. Ive lived in this apartment for about three years now. The hot water heater broke at one point and soaked part of the carpet, but the pros all came and fans were set up under the carpet for a few days, but still I'm testing the air quality like I said.

Before my surgery when I was really suffering, I did order a pretty high end air purifier (Coway AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01728NLRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xPh6BbDATAW67) and had it in here for about a week. It had settings on it that supposedly indicated whether the air quality was good, medium bad, or severe bad, and it never indicated anything but good. I ended up sending it back because I needed the money for rent that month, never re ordered cause I just figured the problem lay elsewhere.

I live in Florida now for three years, all in this apartment, after growing up in the north for 20+ years. I've also tried Flonase like my doc recommended. Breathe right strips help me breathe at night and alleviate some symptoms, as does Vicks, but once the strip comes off, everything goes to hell again.

The most recent discovery I've made is that sometimes the saline nasal spray can kind of alleviate things for a little bit, so I've been spraying a lot of that up my nose since there isn't supposed to be a limit on how much of that to use. But sometimes it doesn't do a damn thing either. Of course I've done the sinus rinsing too with the Neilmed squeeze bottle, again sometimes that's helpful and other times I feel more clogged than before.

Again, even though I've been diagnosed with these allergies, I just think it's odd none of these antihistamines are helping at all. The ENT has an allergy shots/drops program they're recommending, but I wanted to come home first after my appointment and try to clean things up before going into that. Like I said, for those first 4-5 months after surgery I was perfect, and then things took a turn for the worse for whatever reason, right around the time of that cruise, which I find suspicious, but they said it ain't infected in there and it's been 6 weeks now, so I would think if it was sickness I'd have kicked it by now.

Only other thing I can figure is all the humidity is outta the air now cause Florida season changed over, and my nose is not liking this drier weather. Nothing I used or the way I cleaned changed from when I was feeling good to now.

Sorry if that was a lot, but I appreciated your indepth response and any insight you might have. There's so many fucking variables to this thing it's maddening trying to narrow a cause or solution down

u/jtinsky · 1 pointr/Allergies

I have many of the same issues and I recently got an air purifier and it's helped a lot. It hasn't fixed everything but my symptoms are greatly reduced. I leave it on all day in auto mode.
http://www.amazon.com/Coway-AP-1512HH-Mighty-Purifier-White/dp/B01728NLRG

u/lilbackwood420 · 1 pointr/trees

Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier with True HEPA, PlasmaWave and Odor Reducing Washable AOC Carbon Filter
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UdMUBbT4CXVD0

This one actually uses a real carbon filter so it will eliminate the smell the

u/ddunknjay · 1 pointr/FoodAllergies

Thanks for the advice! It's not pessimistic at all. I removed the mold by taken steps given to me by my old pool boy/landscaper. He gave me a list of products and procedures he uses to remove the mold on other houses for the cheap. I also did seal the section of the house the mold was coming from. I knew it was from a water leak just because the pattern of the black mold was dripping like a waterfall from a crack near the window.

I also knew there was a humidity problem because there was a tiny bit in my laundry room. While I was treating the black mold for about 2 weeks, I also installed a Winix 5500-2 air purifier and a Haier dehumidifier in a 180sqft space and they've been running autonomously ever since.

Also I can't do much about my landlord situation because my landlord is my dad and he's letting me live there for $600 a month (utilities not included) while I'm in college. In my area next to New York NY, that's ridiculously cheap and I don't have anywhere else I can go. I even told him about the black mold problem, but he told me he has no money to fix it. I thought about taking him to court, but he also would remove the auto-insurance from my car (which will cost me another 339). I'll probably end up evicted in the end, and living in my car again.

u/tkbisign · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I've used the box fan and filter method years ago. It's great, but loud. Definitely the best bang for your buck. When I did it, I would use this filter, this crappy filter to extend life of the more expensive one and a box fan.

Today, I use the older model of Winix 5500-2 and wash the reusable filter periodically. I've heard of people buying the 5300 and using aftermarket filters too. This is in the $100-200 range, but it's definitely more convenient.

u/BlackBellwether · 1 pointr/beyondthebump
u/cinemakitty · 1 pointr/Marriage

This is not abuse but he is a jerk. My mom is an occasional smoker and knows most people hate the smell, herself included. Here are the products she uses:

Sprays:
Fresh Wave Odor Removing Spray - works like Febreze, spray across the room, natural product, can get smoke smell out of clothes, couches, carpets, etc. really nice product, eliminates well.
Zep Smoke Odor Remover Aerosol Spray Commercial Smoke Odor Eliminator - more heavy duty spray, doesn’t have a strong smell but is a bit more chemical obviously. This is what we used first before we found the Fresh Wave natural products. Works well on clothing, carpets, couches, and also odors in plastic containers like garbage cans.

Gel/Candle:
Fresh Wave Odor Removing Gel - natural ingredients, lavender scent, good for small spaces like the bathroom or kitchen, perhaps the living room as a background odor eliminator. You may prefer a candle, but this doesn’t require you to remember to put it out and with a toddler I’m sure that’s helpful.
Just Makes Scents Smoke & Odor Eliminator Blended Soy Candle - there are tons of candles that work for smoke odor elimination. It’s just a matter of finding the one you like. My sister got my mom this one and its a nice smell without being overpowering. It’s also a soy wax candle and is more environmentally friendly than other brands.

Air Filter:
Pure Enrichment PureZone HEPA Air Purifier

  • this is more of an investment but if you feel like your whole house smells smoky, this would be a good item to consider. Works really nicely in living room sized space but you could also move it to the bedroom or nursery.
    There are lots of other filters like this. I’m just choosing the one my mom has because I know it works.

    Charcoal Bags:
    California Home Goods Air Purifying Bags - these charcoal bags are awesome for stinky shoes but also work on coats and coat closets and small spaces like vehicles. My mom wears one coat and one pair of “garage shoes” to smoke in and those are left outside in the garage. We put these in her shoes and the coat’s pockets and it’s helped a lot.

    Another option:
    Ozium products are really good but the things linked above are generally more natural. Since you’re pregnant and have a little one, you could use Ozium in your husband’s vehicle or in the garage but I wouldn’t recommend them in the house right now.
u/RELIT22 · 1 pointr/leaves

Have you talked to her about this, and does she know about the struggles you came through in the past related to weed?

I would really suggest talking to her about it - I understand your desire to not forbid but maybe something could be done about it. Perhaps she could smoke in a specific room. You could also look into getting something like this, although it could be expensive for a larger room. Perhaps you could get her into vaping also, as that is less smelly. Another thing that may sound stupid, but I used to use to hide weed smoking use a long piece of tubing throw a window to send smoke out. This may sound stupid, but it really cuts down on smoke.

https://www.amazon.com/LV-PUR131-Purifier-Allergies-Eliminator-Cleaner/dp/B06W54K29J/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1525062359&sr=8-7&keywords=activated+carbon+air+purifier

Overall I would recommend bringing the issue up to your fiance, if your gonna get married you need to be able to discuss things like this together. Be open with her, tell her you have a problem with it and you need some support. If you two are right for each other there will be a compromise believe me, if not, well its something better to know now...

And yeah, she probably doesn't. I didn't really have any problems when I would socially smoke either. It started up when the big bigs started coming in..

cheers I hope it goes well

u/hotfuzz86 · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

My wife and I had a similar problem: previous home owners kept a dog in the basement, causing the carpet & basement to smell...doggy. These two things almost completely solved our smell issues:

u/strangerwithadvice · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I've been using this one for about three months now. It has definitely cut down allergy symptoms in the house. That said, I don't know that it's BIFL. I don't know why you'd want/expect an air filter to be BIFL?

u/rabbaaa · 1 pointr/SebDerm

I notice there’s so much dust - I hoover daily because of it though and have just purchased one of these too:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071D58ZY5?ref_=Oct_CABSellerC_3147771_0

Which will arrive today!

u/jibbit · 1 pointr/Allergy

It might not help you find the exact cause but i think a small room air purifer like this is a win win. Less dusting to do, sheets need changing less regularly, noise helps me sleep, i snore less and less stuffed up in the mornings.

u/merinis · 1 pointr/DomesticBirds

If you want to try a few things before you commit to getting rid of the bird...

Consider a high end HEPA approved filter. To get a HEPA tag, they have to be able to remove 90% or more of small particles. This one is quiet, doesn't make stuff that could hurt the bird, and will help across the board if you stick one in the birds room.

Change ALL of the filters in your home. It could be that your symptoms are getting worse because your home's ventilation system has bad filters and is working less and less. Buy yourself some kind of filtering face mask before you do it, those filters are going to be packed full of Fuck You.

Finally, if you DO decide to part with the animal, be sure to post it on r/parrots about it, they have an adoption list.

u/AnomalyNexus · 1 pointr/southafrica

Not expensive. They get louder over time and probably chow a fair bit of juice. I'll measure mine tonight if i remember

https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B071D58ZY5

You can also DIY it but not recommended for various reasons

Will also measure impact at some point cause i do have a measuring thing too...just haven't gotten round to it

Don't buy a ionizing one

u/Aretes · 1 pointr/ECR_UK

I've been eyeing up this option
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B071D58ZY5/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A22TIHZLUJJQHN&psc=1


Seems to have good reviews, and pretty discrete.

u/pjofficial · 0 pointsr/SanJose

Please allow me to chime in.

Just bought a Winix 5500-2 for our household after hours of research. Our budget was $200.

Too early to tell how durable it is, but it has made our house smell like fresh outside air without opening windows (we have a dog, we run our humidifier at night so it gets stuffy, we cook everyday).

amazon link

u/kerklein2 · -2 pointsr/lifehacks

I picked up this off Amazon. I know it's a fair bit more expensive, but certainly looks much better in your house and is much smaller. It's also a HEPA filter, which will actually filter allergens better.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R2WEJQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/JoonDock · -5 pointsr/gaming

Spend some money and get a couple large-room hepa dust filters/air purifiers.

Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8DAYII/

We have the older model, the filters aren't too expensive ($100/year'ish?), and it dramatically reduces the amount of dust that settles in the room.

*Well, since the downvotes poured in overnight, guess I should clarify. By 'We', I mean me and my gf, who has a dust allergen. I don't sell these things, I just happen to have a couple in the house.