Showing posts with label room air filters. Show all posts
Showing posts with label room air filters. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Neoair Enviro 68108 Advanced Air Purifier

Air Cleaners, Air Cleaners, Air Cleaners..Dozens to choose from!

I consider myself somewhat of a gadget freak and air freak, so I'm well versed in these products.. I own "Hunter", "Holmes", and "Air-Tech" units..Ranging from "hepa" to "ionic". From $30.00 to $200 ++. This unit has it all..Its compact, quiet, efficient, effective, and attractive..Plus it has additonal features of being automatic (it adjusts speed to degree of contaminants) and bacteriostatic (kills mold and mildew spores).

Its got the price and features..and has proved reliable for the past 4 months I've owned it...

Its been the best choice I've made in these products..

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Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Austin Air Jr. HealthMate Air Purifier HM200

I got the Austin Air Healthmate Junior air purifier when I moved into my new house. The previous owner was a smoker. Although I'd replaced the carpets, painted the walls, and cleaned the ducts, I still needed something to help cut down the residual smoke smell. After extensive research, I chose the Healthmate Junior.

It did the job. It's nice and quiet on the low setting. On the high setting it's a bit noisier, but I just set it in a corner and it's fine. (Not right up against the wall though, because you have to leave a few inches of space around it for it to work right.) I left it running for over a year. The smoke smell is gone from the house now. Even my mother, with her super-sensitive nose, can't smell anything when she comes to visit.

I did buy a new filter after about nine or ten months. The air coming out of the Healthmake Junior started to smell a bit acrid. I called Austin Air and asked about it, because I thought the filter should last longer. They said it depends on the quality of your air. That makes sense. They gave me a discount on the new filter because it had been such a short time.

I'm quite pleased with it. It looks nice, it's relatively light, it's simple to use, it's quiet, and it works.

Friday, June 5, 2015

Sebo C2.1 Air belt C-Series Canister Vacuum Cleaner

We have had this vacuum for three years now and it is tough as nails. It is built for the long haul and it works very well. We have two cats and a dog and they shed a lot. The Sebo makes short work of all the mess. It also filters the dander so there is no sneezing. Better than any vac we have used.Made in GermanySEBO Airr Belt C2.1 9648AM Teal Green Canister Vacuum Cleaner

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Blueair 403 GO SMOKESTOP Air Purifier

A IQAir HealthPro Plus helps with new furniture off-gassing in the living room while a Sharp FP-P40CX + Blueair 403 SmokeStop combo does the same in the master bedroom. The lack of electronic controls (403 versus the 450E) means improved durability. As far as I am concerned, the more durable a device is, the lower the overall cost of ownership as warranty claims require that the owner cover shipping costs to the factory. The 403 is the bang-for-the-buck model in the Blueair inventory. The SmokeStop filter with impregnated carbon granules is a great improvement over the standard HEPASilent by providing both lightweight multigas and odor filtration. CADR 240 means that it should be good for rooms up to 240 sqft (regardless of manufacturer claims) through the life of the filter (as ACH declines due to clogged media). Let the unit run 24/7, else cover it when not in use to prevent the accumulation of dust on the exposed internals. Periodically clean the fan with compressed air and vacuum the intake grill/ion brush region/housing floor regularly, regardless of the presence of accumulated dust. Because the filters (made in the USA) are not exactly cost effective (versus the cost of the unit itself), I run a smaller filtration unit (Sharp FP-P40CX) in the opposite corner of the room so that filter media changes can be extended to one year (YMMV, depends on your IAQ). I prefer the single filter cartridge of the 400 series units to that of the triple filter setup found in the 500 and 600 series. And unlike the 500 and 600 series models which intake air from the bottom of the unit, the 400 series models are better suited for placement on carpeted flooring. The Blueair 403 is assembled in China (I have no problem with that) from parts procured from Germany, Sweden and the USA.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Hunter 30936 Replacement

I am quite surprised by the fact that I was shipped ONE filter. The item description lead me to believe that this item was in a 3-pack. (Perhaps when it said Item Package Quantity: 3) So after the initial shock of realizing that my $60 went to purchase ONE filter instead of THREE I was quite annoyed.

The only reason I purchased this was because I thought it was a great price, it turns out it absolutely wasn't. Now, aside from that the filter is fine and as described. I chose not to return it because I didn't want to waste the money on shipping, and my old filter was getting quite dirty.

The filter is a hunter brand replacement, not a knock-off brand. (which at this point I would've preferred actually at the $60 price)

If you are reading this and do not see the "Item Package Quantity: 3" on the page and are wondering what in the world I am talking about then just know that the item description was probably fixed.

First time I have been burned by Amazon... Buyer Beware!

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Saturday, May 30, 2015

Comfort Zone CZAC5 Window Air Conditioner Cover

I knew it would be too big as my uniit is very small, but we are able to use it. I believe it is OK> Not much to say about an airconditioner cover. I won't really know how good it is till the season is over.

Sunday, May 17, 2015

23500/23600 Honeywell Air Cleaner Replacement Filter

this filter was haed to find loca,mayce because of the age of the honeywell air cleaner i have,anyways it got here quick,and the price was not too high,so id say this is a reliable vender with good service

Friday, May 15, 2015

Hamilton Beach True Air 05920 Blue Humidifier Filter

I have been using this humidifier for 5 years. Here's how I keep the filter fresh.

I fill the tank at night before bed, run it on low, and by the next night the tank is empty and the filter is all dry. I flip the filter, fill the tank, and start over again. If I need to add water more frequently (on a dry day or if I want higher humidity), I still have to LET THE FILTER DRY OUT and FLIP the filter BEFORE I add new water.

So, I run it 24/7, and it lasts about 7 to 8 weeks because

(1) I let the humidifier run until the filter is bone DRY for EACH tank of water.

(2) I flip the filter every time I put a new tank of water on it.

(3) I put the tank and tray in the dishwasher once every 7 to 10 days.

These are what the instructions say to do, and I have found it WORKS! I need two or three filters per season.

If you keep adding water without letting the tray and filter dry, your filter will get stinky and yellow in 2 weeks and you will be unhappy!

If you find the filter is soggy, let the humidifier run until it dries out. Make sure there is no water in the tank and tray, and it will dry out faster in the humidifer (20 30 minutes on high?) than in the air.

Don't be unhappy: let the filter dry out between tanks.

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Sunday, May 3, 2015

Hamilton Beach 04234 Long Life Air Cleaner Pet Odor Filter

These air filters work pretty well. We have a Hamilton Beach True Air cleaner in the room where we have our cat box. It works pretty well to keep the cat box odors under control. The filters have been a little hard to find though lately.

Friday, May 1, 2015

Winix PlasmaWave 5300 Air Cleaner Model

Did a lot of research looking at larger air purifiers. Winix is getting some good reviews at the allergy specialist / clean air sites.

I picked up one from Amazon to place in our living area around 20x15 foot area.

The unit surprised me very quiet, auto speed fan and odor detection which modulates the speed of the fan along with the plasma cleaning option (off or on).

The unit will take the Winix 9000 series filter which is five stages also a big plus.

The unit is super quiet on low to medium speeds and moves a lot of air. Turbo mode moves a ton of air and naturally is more noticeable noise wise.

Great unit quality built a true winner in my book. I liked this unit so much after the first week I purchased another for the formal living area.

Very satisfied with the product.

Just a quick Update...

Going on five months now both of the 5300's are performing perfectly with no problems at all. I decided to add a Rabbit Air 421A to the living area with the 5300 in comparison the Winix is rated higher on the CADR the third level on the Winix is equal to the 421A's turbo mode.

The Rabbit Air is quieter on the higher speeds but understanding it is not delivering the volume of the Winix.

I like the filter system of the 421A but one can order the five stage Winix 9000 filter for the 5300 when the time comes for filer replacement, the odor sensor seems a bit more sensitive on the 421A vs. the 5300.

The 421A also has a dust sensor along with the odor sensor both of these work very well on the unit.

I could not be happier with the Winix I paid $149.00 for the 5300 and $350.00 for the Rabbit Air 421A my humble opinion there is not a difference in quality of clean air coming from either unit.

You absolutely cannot go wrong with the 5300 one of those great finds!!!

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Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Husqvarna 7021P 21-Inch 160cc Honda GCV160 Gas Powered 3-N-1 Push Lawn Mower

When it was time to replace my 11 year-old Craftsman, there were a few things I knew I wanted (and a few things I didn't want) in my next mower. I wanted a quality engine with plenty of power and good over-all construction. I wanted it to have a mulching feature, and I prefer the taller rear wheels.

I didn't want my mower to be self-propelled. My 1/3 acre yard is fairly flat and easy to mow. I don't have any trouble pushing a mower around. Self-propelled mowers cost more, weigh more, and have more parts to break. But my biggest reason is you get less power to the blade because the motor is also powering the drive wheels. Just a plain ol' push mower for me, thanks!

The Basics:

The Husqvarna 7021P is a 21" push mower with an excellent 160cc GCV Honda engine. I'm not exactly sure when it happened, but sometime between the purchase of my last mower and this new one, the old standard of horsepower ratings has been replaced by a new "gross torque" rating. This is supposedly a more accurate assessment of a mower's power. I don't know...just go with it. This Honda engine is rated at 6.9 gross torque which is on par with, or somewhat better than, most other walk-behind mowers. And because YOU provide the power to push it, all of that torque is going to the cutting blade. The engine features a new Easy Start auto choke system that just plain works great. There is no primer bulb to push. For a cold start you simply slide the choke lever over, squeeze the safety bar on the handle and pull. Mine has started on the first pull every single time without exception. The choke releases by itself so you don't have to do it, and there is no chance of flooding the engine. Nice. The Honda motor runs smooth and strong. It's not necessarily any quieter than other mowers, but it does have a little deeper tone to it. I like the sound.

There are a few other features that attracted me to the Husqvarna 7021P also. It has double ball-bearing wheels which roll very smooth and easy. This model also has the taller rear wheels which help navigate uneven terrain and bumps like tree roots. The 7021P has three modes for mowing. You can attach a rear bag to catch the clippings, use as a side-discharge mower, or use as a mulcher. I use my mower as a mulcher exclusively. This mower also has a handle which folds easily for compact storage or transport.

Setup:

Set up is super easy. Simply remove the mower from the box, extend and tighten the handle, add the included oil, and add gas. That's it. You're ready to mow.

Performance:

The first time I used this mower I had it set too low. It didn't have any trouble powering through the grass, but it did leave some clumps behind (remember...I'm mulching). But the next time I mowed I raised it up one notch to the one in the middle. Now I don't get any clumps at all, and it's probably a healthier setting for my grass. The cut is very uniform and the yard looks great when I'm done.

Conclusion:

I am very happy with my purchase. Just because I didn't want a self-propelled mower doesn't mean I wanted a disposable piece of junk. The Husqvarna 7021P is a quality mower with a great engine and good build quality. It performs like a champ and leaves my lawn looking well groomed. I highly recommend this mower.

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Improving Lifestyles Natures Purifier Moso Bamboo Charcoal 200g Freshens Air Naturally

Have found success with their own branded products, like the Rock Salt Lamp.

Just received their bamboo charcoal bag..Another WINNER !

A++ Company A++ Products..

Will be back for more for my pets ( cuz natural) and other rooms…

The Bamboo Charcoal Bag is the Perfect Size can put anywhere.

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Thursday, March 5, 2015

Oransi Replacement Pre

I have had my Oransi since the first of December and run it 24/7. The stuff this filter pulls out of my air is just amazing. I have two cats and a dog and I clean the pre-filter every week because it needs to be cleaned every week. When I think that I was breathing all of that before I bought the filter Yike! The down side is my experience thus far is the costly filters do not last a year. After 4 1/2 months of continuous use (and why would you use an air filter intermittently?), I am getting a 'check filter' light and the filter does look like it needs to be replaced.

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Friday, February 13, 2015

20x25x6 (Nominal Size) 201 Aprilaire Pop-Up Media

  • Revolutionizes aire filtration, designed to drastically reduce installation
  • Fiberglass-free filtration
  • Compatible with all Honeywell and most MACs
  • No assembly required for quick, easy installation and maintenance for the homeowner
  • Replaces Aprilaire, Space-Gard, Lennox, and Generalire parts

This thing spaces itself out and is self-contained. You do not need the awful, waste-of-money spacers that break if you so much as sneeze. You will also not need the original casing that held the old style filter. You just open it up, let it expand to full size, and slide it in. Make sure the arrows are pointing the right way, and you're done. Totally awesome, especially if your black plastic spacers are completely broken! Honeywell at MERV 11 speaks for the quality. If you're looking for a replacement filter for Aprilaire/Space-Gard 2200 (part #201), this is the one.

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Saturday, January 31, 2015

Comfort Zone CZST161BTEBK Pedestal Fan

I compared varies models and then saw this was priced the best. It works great. Great airflow. Solid stand. Easy to assemble. Won`t tip over easily. Quality construction. Watch out for negative reviews. They are often published by employees of other companies. And almost 99% of products have negative reviews. I have bumped this fan with my wheelchair and it didn`t tip over. My animals and kids are playfull and even they couldn`t tip it over.

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Sunday, January 18, 2015

BlueAir 450E SmokeStop Air Purifier

We have an issue where our neighbor smokes and we can smell the smoke in our bedroom (apartment living). Looked at numerous reviews on air purifiers and finally decided on this one. I also looked at IQAir (too expensive, probably more than what we actually needed in terms of room size) and a few other brands rated highly on various websites, but ultimate picked this one since it was less offensive looking and I liked the auto sensing features.

Pros:

Has helped immensely with the smoke smell in our bedroom (~200 sq ft)

Less ugly than other air purifiers, although still looks like a giant computer tower

Quiet on setting 1 (like a computer humming softly), relatively quiet on setting 2, and setting 3 is way too loud for sleeping

Design allows you to place pretty much against wall instead of having this large obtrusive thing in the middle of the room.

Cons:

It's not small, I'm kind of glad we didn't get the 500 or 600 series even though they are only a few inches bigger in a couple dimension.

A little pricey compared to some other alternatives, but I tend to go for the peace of mind of better reviewed products

Thursday, December 25, 2014

Miele 25 Miele Type Gn Premium Hepa Filtration Canister Vacuum Cleaner Bags

Really a good alternative to the expensive Miele brand bags for my Miele sweeper. Fit was as good as original, Miele brand, bags unlike another brand I had tried.

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

SPT Polar Bear Ultrasonic Humidifier

I already have a Hello Kitty Crane type Humidifier and almost got another but decided to get this Polar Bear one instead. I'm glad I got this one for my bedroom since it's about half the size of Hello Kitty and is easy to refill (a bit more easier than Hello Kitty).

It's not heavy as the HK one can get and it's easier to clean too. On the Medium setting (which would be halfway to to the MAX settingsince there's no actual words printed on the unit, just dots), it lasted for almost 3 days straight on a full tank and then it turned off automatically when empty. It works really well even though it's smaller.

Hello Kitty does not turn off like this one does when the tank is empty, the HK stays on with a red light glowing. This one really does turn off and doesn't keep using your electricity like the HK one does.

Plenty of steam comes from the nose of the bear on MAX but the things near it will get wet easily fairly quickly. I recommend the Medium setting and you'll get the best output for moisture that isn't too much or too little. Plus it'll last for days (2 days and a half or so for me and even though the tank isn't real big, it lasts a long while more than the HK one. It's really nice not have to refill so often).

Hello Kitty has a soft blue night light feature, but it does get a little hot at the base. No fire issues for me though and I've had mine for years.

The Polar Bear's base gets warm but it's no where near hot and when it turns off due to an empty tank, it really does turns off (unlike HK which stays on and continues to be hot at the base).

I get sinusitis often due to polyps so this humidifier is a must for me. I sleep better because of it.

This unit is probably the safest option/version for your kids since it doesn't get heated like the Crane ones (I do like the Crane units except for the heat issue).

I highly recommend this Polar Bear. It's blue and white and very cute/charming with the bear having a clear blue tummy. (The HK model is hard to see the water level unless you turn on the night light and it's dark in the room.)

I'm thinking of buying another for my sister. Just wish it had a night light feature like the Hello Kitty one does. Thank you for reading my review :)

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Monday, December 8, 2014

Essick Air HD1407 Whole-House Humidifier

I purchased this last year and it worked fine once I figured it out. At first it would shut off after the first of the two tanks emptied. I thought it was broke. However, the trick is that it needs to be leveled out just right such that second tank can kick in after the first tank is empty. This took some experimenting with shims under the left side front wheel. It's an interesting design. The two tanks are offset such that the right side tank always empties first. But, if the unit is not leveled correctly the second tank will never drain. Actually, even if this is the case it will still "work", you'll just find you are constantly filling the first tank.

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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

GV 8 Qt Light Powerful BackPack Vacuum Loaded

Overall this is a really impressive vacuum cleaner, especially for the price. I wanted a canister type vacuum because my house has a mix of hardwood, tile, rugs and carpet so uprights just don't have the flexibility. But regular canister vacs drive me nuts their little wheels are always jamming or getting caught on the edge of a rug etc... I was pretty much sold on the idea of a backpack vacuum as soon as I saw them on Amazon. This one is pretty much everything I was wanting.

Now this vac is basically a commercial unit rejigged for home use and is missing some of the features you'd expect like a retractable cord, a motorized head etc... but makes up for it with an enormous amount of vacuum power, low noise and an extremely light package.

Good:

* Very light

* Very quiet, much quieter than the Kenmore canister I had prior to this.

* Telescoping steel tube

* The air powered power brush for carpets works well on low pile carpets.

* The main floor attachment head is fantastic

* Having the motor and exhaust up off the ground keeps the vacuum from blowing around cat hair tumbleweeds while you're trying to clean them up.

* Ambidextrous

* Solid, simple latches and cover for bag changing etc... no flimsy but pretty hinged covers.

* Very powerful

* Comfortable to wear while working, comes with waist strap to take weight off of shoulders/back.

The less good:

* Attachments are just friction fit onto the tube, could be an issue years down the road.

* The pneumatic power head doesn't work quite as well as electrically driven ones

* Built in power cord is only two feet long be sure to order a 13 amp or better extension cord too, 25ft works well for me.

* Impossible to not look like a huge dork when using it ;-)

The good points well outweigh the bad and it's currently offered a very good price, definitely worth the cost.