Mold
Molds are found in the house throughout the year, though mold concentration is highest in
spring and autumn. Molds thrive on decaying matter and send spores into the air for
reproduction. Mold Spores are relatively large and are easily captured by the HEPA Filter
media. Aside from the EPA guidelines listed earlier in this section, keeping the level of
humidity in the house at a reasonable level is effective in controlling mold. Individuals with
severe allergies should attempt to maintain a household humidity level of less than 40%
relative humidity.
Pet Allergies:
Cat allergies are the most common pet allergies. The allergen most people react to is not the
fur of the pet, but protein found in the saliva and dander of all cats which can become airborne
when dried. There are no non-allergenic breeds of cats, all cats produce some level of
allergens. There is no relationship between the cat’s hair length and dander production. Kaz
recommends HEPA Air Filtration as part of a pet-allergen reduction regimen, along with
vacuuming and frequent bathing of the pet.
True HEPA Filtration
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) Filters are made from extremely fine filter media which
removes a minimum of 99.97% of all pollutants as small as 0.3 microns. This handles
virtually all harmful airborne particles.
The filter in the unit is sealed so that virtually all air passing through the unit passes through
the filter media. This guarantees maximized performance from the Air Purifier.
About Ionizers
Ionizers emit negatively charged electrons which attach to the very small particles passing
through the filter. The ionizer is particularly effective on smoke and odors.
