Doug Z If you buy a MERV 13 filter, are you actually getting MERV 13 performance? That question matters more than many consumers realize. According to a third-party testing library created by Filtration Advice, nearly half of the tested MERV filters reportedly performed below their advertised rating. Even more surprising, several filters marketed as MERV 13 reportedly … Read more
Alen Scent Technology, IQAir Discount, MERV Filter Testing, and PM2.5 Alzheimer’s Research The air filtration industry continues to evolve quickly, with new technologies, product updates, pricing shifts, and research findings emerging every month. In this February 2026 Air Filtration Industry Update, we’ll cover several interesting developments, including: Let’s take a closer look at the most … Read more
If you’re comparing the IQAir HealthPro Plus (HPP) and the newer IQAir Atem Earth, you’re likely trying to answer one key question: Which air purifier delivers better overall filtration performance? After reviewing both units, here are my current thoughts based on design analysis, filtration structure, and published performance data. Short version: Let’s break it down. … Read more
If you’re trying to decide between an HVAC-integrated whole house filtration system and standalone air purifiers, you’re not alone. A common question I receive is: Is the IQAir whole house solution better than using standalone IQAir units? After more than 15 years of experience selling and working with both systems, here’s the clear answer: In … Read more
If you have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) — also called chemical sensitivity or environmental illness — standard HEPA air purifiers are often not enough. After working with hundreds of chemically sensitive individuals over the past 18 years, here is what consistently works best: There is no one-size-fits-all air purifier for MCS. But there are consistent … Read more
Air Purification Education – Month in Review Welcome to the Air Purification Education Month in Review for January 2026. Each month, we break down some of the most important developments in the air purifier industry. In this update, we’re covering: Let’s dive in. 1. AirTulip: A High-End Air Filtration Headboard for Sleep AirTulip is a … Read more
New Air Purifiers, a $3.5M School Deal & Scary AQI in Delhi Welcome to the Air Purification Education Month in Review for November 2025. A lot happened in the air purifier and air quality world last month: 1. Several brands released new air purification solutions – including one particularly interesting smart ventilation product. 2. An … Read more
AirDoctor 4000, Airpura T400, Aeris Filter News, and New Health Studies on Air Pollution By Air Purification Education Introduction Welcome to the Air Purification Education Month-in-Review for October 2025. Some of the topics from last month include: new air purifier launches, replacement filter updates, and interesting studies linking air pollution to serious health issues like … Read more
Introduction The Air Quality Index (AQI) is the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) system for reporting outdoor air quality. It transforms complex pollution data into simple, actionable information that helps the public understand health risks. In 2025, air quality has become a global concern. With increasing industrialization and climate events, monitoring AQI is more important than … Read more
If you’ve ever pulled out your air purifier pre filter and found it coated in dust, you might assume your purifier is doing its job. But is it really? When you are shopping for an air purifier, it’s common to come across influencer videos and product demonstrations that show dusty air purifier pre filters. The … Read more