Allergy Proofing Articles

by Stevan Brown, CAFS What is the right filter for your job? Today, more than ever, there are a large variety of filter choices for every application. Filters come in a wide range of efficiencies, pressure drops, depths, media types and methods of filtration. There are filters that will withstand very wet environments as well … More

Formaldehyde (HCHO) is a common substance in both indoor and outdoor environments. It is used in a wide range of products including wall board, glues, some carpets, fragrance products and insulation. It is also found in cigarette and cigar smoke and is a byproduct of hydrocarbon combustion. The National Toxicology Program (NTP) carcinogenic classification is … More

To reduce maintenance and operating costs of the equipment and to provide the level of cleanliness required, and Protecting the general well-being of the occupants of a space; Protecting the décor of occupied spaces by removing the staining portion of airborne dust; Reducing maintenance of building interiors by reducing the freuency of washing such items … More

by Jim Rosenthal and Stevan Brown Indoor Air Chemistry — Creating the “Chemical Soup” of IAQ Indoor air is a complex mixture of gases and particles. What is not well understood is that many of the things used in indoor environments have the potential to create chemical reactions that can produce totally unintended and potentially … More

Ozone is a potent lung irritant and exposure to elevated levels is a contributor to the exacerbation of lung disease; it is especially dangerous for persons with asthma and other chronic lung diseases, children and the elderly. American Lung Association (http://www.lungusa.org) Residential indoor ozone is produced directly by ozone generators and indirectly by ion generators … More

Now, what can you do about it? What works? Stop the source. Most mold problems are created by some type of roofing, waterproofing, plumbing or mechanical problem. Mold needs water to proliferate. Repair the source of the water infiltration. Remove and replace rotted wood, carpeting, wallboard or other rotted organic building materials. Provide for adequate … More

Ozone is a potent lung irritant and exposure to elevated levels is a contributor to the exacerbation of lung disease; it is especially dangerous for persons with asthma and other chronic lung diseases, children and the elderly. American Lung Association (http://www.lungusa.org) The American Lung Association recently issued a health warning to American consumers regarding the … More

Controlling allergens in your home and particularly bedrooms is the most important step in preventing allergic reactions. Checklist for an Allergy Clean Environment Use the Checklist below as a guideline to minimize allergens in your home. It is not necessary to do everything on this list. Even doing a few things will help to improve … More