Air purifiers

[noblemacaw]

The allergy thread got me thinking again about researching air purifiers. My allergies and asthma keeps getting worse and I want to try to find a good air purifier for Valentino my RFM and I.

There are so many out there that I am getting confused and frustrated. I do know I do NOT want one with the ion reverse or one that puts out ozone into the air. I want a really good air purifier where I don't have to keep buying filters for. I would prefer one where I can upkeep the filter by washing it or what not.

I would love to hear from others who have air purifiers and could tell me more about them. Thank you so much.

Noblemacaw

 

[JerseyWendy]

I personally don't have to use any (yet), but here are some links, that I hope will come in handy.

Of course NOTHING beats info of people who are using them.

The first air purifier is one that was regularly advertised in Bird Talk Magazine.

rabbit air in bird talk j9

Air Purifiers & Air Purifier Filters: Top 10 Air Purifiers & Customer Reviews

 

[brianlinkles]

I'm so glad that you started this thread! I am interested in what others have to say as well!

 

[goalerjones]

A very cheap way to get an air purifier is to attach an air filter to the back of a box fan: YouTube

 

[MonicaMc]

Don't have one myself, but the JWR Air is also recommended. Here's one site with a review on it.

Other Topics (Cleaning, Hygiene, Air Filters)

I've also heard that the Rabbit Air (mentioned in previous post) is a great one, too.


I think Honeywell makes one, too? I do recall that it's best to get an air filter with a true HEPA filter. Oh, and there are Austin Air's, too!


I've been considering getting one for years, I've just never done it... then again, in the warmer months, I tend to leave the window(s) open for fresh air and sweep/vacuum up any stray feathers so dust usually isn't a big concern for me, even with a small flock of cockatiels. It's mainly in the colder months when it gets stuffy!

 

[MikeyTN]

Unfortunately through my research on air purifiers, the good ones all are HEPA filters that needs regular filter changes! I've heard great things about Rabbit Air and Austin Air as I almost bought those. But I got a Honeywell as it is more affordable. No they don't take out all the dust, but they do work in the amount of dust they do remove which is quite a bit! With all my dusty birds, going with those expensive filters will mean constant filter changes and very expensive. IF we only had a few birds, I would of gone with one of the better filters.

It's probably wise for you to have the birds desinated into a bird room where you can shut the door if at all possible. Then place the purifier system within so it's less of a space to filter out. We've contained all the dust into two rooms and it's a lot easier to maintain. Less dusting in the other rooms....lol.....Plus it would help with your allergy issue. Daily bathing of the birds will help too!!!