Electrostatic Air Filters

Compared to other pleated filters, fiberglass filters and reusable/washable filters, the Filtrete electostatically charged filters have the greatest advantages. Fiberglass filters were not designed to reduce microbial particles, but were only meant to protect the furnace from debris. The Filtrete filters will actually improve the quality of the air in the household as well as protect the furnace and air conditioner.
Electrostatic media is a much better quality than fiberglass media because of the electrostatically charged fibers in the filters, which are positively-charged and negatively-charged and act as magnets to microscopic air particles passing through the filter. Because the Filtrete air filters are pleated, this allows for better filtration because there is more media surface present than with non-pleated filters. Filtrete filters are antimicrobial, which means that they will not allow bacteria, mold or mildew to grow.
Other pleated filters and fiberglass filters should be changed every month, while the Filtrete brand filters should be changed every two three months depending upon the individual household air quality. If there are pets and cigarette smokers present in the household or if ceiling fans are ran continuously, the filters may need to be changed more frequently. The reusable/washable filters may not need to be replaced for years, but are more expensive and when washing the filters, particles that have been filtered may enter back into the environment. The Filtrete furnace filters that we carry are the Dust and Pollen Filter (Blue Series), Micro Allergen (Red Series) and the Ultra Allergen (Purple Series).
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