Ionic or Moronic?

August 2nd, 2010

A few years ago I purchased one of those Ionic Breeze air purifiers. I used it for about a year before the little contact broke off that’s attached to the removable collection plate. If you’ve never owned one of these types please allow me to save you from the experience.

The ‘high tech’ collection technology might at first seem superior to the uninitiated – but it’s actually quite inefficient as compared to just about any of the other conventional air purifiers available. I have to admit that once a week removing the dust collection plate and wiping off the nastiness with a wet paper towel – or with the special washrag provided – seemed like I was doing something really good for my home.

A couple months after mine broke I read of the dangers of ozone output of these ionic type air purifiers. For the record.. ozone is bad for your house. I certainly wouldn’t consider exchanging a little dust for a know poison, would you?

From a more fundamental viewpoint, when I now look at the wick filter that I replace every couple of weeks – the amount of trapped dust, dirt and particulates dwarfs anything the Ionic Breeze model ever yielded. It is significantly more – take my word for it.

It is interesting to see the newer generation Ionic types that collect their own pollutants – that rascal ozone. Is that absolutely nuts or what? Imagine buying a new product that both pollutes and cleans you home’s air. Pure marketing genius.

Holmes Cool Mist Humidifier

May 8th, 2010

If you’re considering one of those cool mist humidifier, you’ll be hard pressed to do better than the Holmes Cool Mist Humidifier.

I was immensely impressed with the humidistat feature – which is just a humidifier specific term that is comparable to a thermostat found on most home heaters. You set the humidity level desired and keep the reservoir filled and you’re set.

Humidifiers are a good idea in bedrooms – especially the type that utilize a wick style of filtration system. Moistened filters are particularly effective at removing myriad types of airborne pollutants. This one’s a reputable product, from a reputable seller, and is a solid high quality product. No regrets here.