| Air cleaning as the name implies is the process of | | | | known pollutant point, example, close to a pet's |
| cleaning the air. This entails using an air cleaning | | | | sleeping area. Also, do not place the unit behind |
| device to remove unwanted pollutants and other | | | | large furniture as this will block air flow and |
| elements from the air. People clean the air for | | | | prevent the unit from working at its optimal level. |
| many reasons, the chief being for health related | | | | In addition to the above, taking steps to get the |
| issues. However, others use air cleaners simply | | | | best performance from an air cleaner will also |
| for the removal of unpleasant odors. | | | | lengthen its life. Some pointers for getting the |
| Cleaning the air is only one way of ensuring that | | | | best service from any air cleaner include: |
| your immediate atmosphere is clean. Residents | | | | · Making sure that the unit, whether |
| can also contribute to cleaner air in their homes | | | | portable or centralized is properly installed and |
| by making sure their homes are well ventilated. | | | | used. If the manufacturer's installation instructions |
| Ventilation allows the free circulation of air inside | | | | stipulate the size room it should be used in, try to |
| and out, thus replacing stale air with fresh air | | | | adhere to that requirement. |
| from outside, especially in areas where pollution is | | | | · Also, follow instructions on how to care |
| low. | | | | for and maintain the unit, including knowing when |
| The use of indoor plants also aids in keeping air | | | | and how to replace filters. Air filters remove dirt |
| clean. Plants release oxygen and use the carbon | | | | and dust from the air, and therefore, proper and |
| dioxide in the environment. The proper placement | | | | frequent cleaning is necessary |
| of portable air cleaners is necessary to get | | | | There are many ways to clean the air, so be |
| optimal performance. If possible a portable unit | | | | sure to research the different methods as this will |
| should be placed as close as possible to any | | | | help in making a more informed decision. |