What is Reverse Osmosis?
The best water purifiers utilize a process known as reverse osmosis which forces unclean water through a semipermeable membrane.
Buying an Air Purifier? Why HEPA Standard Matters
Be knowledgeable about how air purifiers work and what it takes for their filters to conform to the HEPA industry standard. Know the common misconceptions regarding air filters and recognize misleading titles such as "HEPA like" and "HEPA type".
Can HEPA Air Purifiers Protect You Against Covid-19?
Interest in HEPA air purifiers are gaining traction among people wanting to protect themselves against the Covid-19 pandemic. Earlier in 2020, AO Smith even donated 2000 air purifiers to hospitals in China to help contain the outbreak. How do HEPA air purifiers capture airborne contaminants and can it really protect you against Covid-19?
Are UV Air Purifiers Right For You?
UV Air Purifiers are being marketed as being a better alternative to standard HEPA air purifiers but are they really more effective?
VOC and Formaldehyde, Why It's Bad For Indoor Air, and What To Do About It
Gases and odors are part and parcel of living in a modern household, from using a can of hairspray to painting the walls of an old room we inadvertently expose ourselves to a multitude of harmful chemicals that merge with the indoor air we breathe. Fortunately air purification technology exists to eliminate and reduce the harmful effects of these chemical by-products.
What is Ozone, Is It Safe, and How Does It Affect Indoor Air Quality?
Ozone is both a naturally occurring and man-made gas that can be found in the ground level atmosphere we breathe. Exposure to high concentrations of ozone has been known to cause breathing complications and other respiratory problems specially in children and infants. Knowing the common sources of indoor ozone and how it's created is important in keeping your indoor air free from this harmful gas.
