Currently, Bangkok and major cities in Thailand have become one of the most polluted cities in the world due to exhaust emissions from vehicles and combustion from industries. Thus, air purifier has become one of the most popular household appliances these days. It helps to keep clean air in your home, filters dust and dangerous pollutants, which is beneficial for those who suffer from asthma, allergy, and other respiratory issues.
In this article, we will share with you the benefits of having an air purifier and how to choose an air purifier for your home. Furthermore, we will compare different types of Electrolux air purifiers in terms of features and functionality. Tips and hacks on how to use and maximize your air purifier will also be included.
An air purifier is an indoor device that is used to purify the air, remove pollution, and improve air quality. It helps to filter dust, viruses, germs and bacteria, including unpleasant odors in the house, toxic gases and particulate pollution. The purpose of this device is to limit the spread of harmful residues or allergens and to prevent asthma or allergy problems related to air quality in people at risk (children, the elderly, etc.).
How does an air purifier work? Well, an air purifier is equipped with different filters, and each filter plays a different role in the process of air purification. An air purifier has to go through several stages to clean the air.
Firstly, the purifier draws in the air in the room to capture the particles. The air then passes through different filters that catch the various types of pollutants present in the air. After the process of removing impurities and pollutants, the device will push back the clean air into your living spaces.
We believe that Thai people are familiar with the term fine dust, or PM 2.5 dust. PM2.5 is particulate matter that can be found in the air. It is incredibly small — a single particle has a diameter of fewer than 2.5 micrometers. It is generated from industrial combustion.
Since they are so small and light, fine particles tend to stay longer in the air than heavier particles. This increases the chances of humans and animals inhaling them into the bodies. PM2.5 dust is harmful to people with respiratory problems, older adults, and children.
Having an air purifier in your home can help to reduce the level of fine dust and other pollutants in your home, as well as protect your family members from getting respiratory diseases.
In this section, Electrolux Thailand will share with you 4 tips to choose an air purifier, which are types of filters, room size, noise level, and price.
There are different technologies that air purifiers work on to effectively clean the air. Choose the product with suitable filters you want:
Pre-filter eliminates large particles like pet hair before the next stage of filtration. People having pets at home should choose air purifiers with strong pre-filter to get rid of pet hair.
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter is used to remove 99.97% of particles sized 0.2 microns or larger from the air. They are relatively effective against dust, pollen, mold, and dander.
People suffer from asthma or allergy should opt for air purifiers with HEPA filter. Note that some filters may not be certified to meet the requirements of a true HEPA filter, so research carefully before purchasing.
Activated carbon filters help in absorbing odors and gases, thus eliminate smoke, chemicals, food smell, and fumes. Activated carbon filters can quickly capture volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which is a compound released from burning fuel or release from household products. These gaseous pollutants can be harmful to everyone, especially if you have asthma or chemical sensitivity.
Antibacterial and germicidal filters eliminate harmful bacteria and germs.
The size of your room matters a lot when it comes to purchasing an air purifier. You need to make sure that the product is big enough to effectively purify the air in your room. For better performance, we recommend buying an air purifier that can operate in a space that is 20-40% larger than your room.
Also, the larger your room is, the higher CADR rating of the purifier you need. So what is CADR rating and why it matters when choosing an air purifier? CADR stands for Clean Air Delivery Rate that tells a consumer how efficient air purifiers are at removing a certain contaminant from the indoors. The three pollutants that are measured are pollen, smoke and dust.
The CADR rating reflects the volume of air in CFM (cubic feet per minute) that is cleaned of particles of certain sizes.
Typically, the larger the room, the larger the CADR rate you want. Manufacturers usually list the recommended CADR and room size on the guidelines, so read carefully when you buy a purifier.
This is the suggested CADR rate for different room sizes:
Not only does air purifying performance matter when considering an air purifier, but its noise level also plays an important role. The machine should always be running so ideally, they should also be quiet.
If you buy it for your bedroom or baby’s room, choose the air purifier that makes less noise so that you can sleep beautifully. For the living room, you can choose the one with multiple settings which you can change as you want.
In general, an air purifier with a noise rating of 50 dB is appropriate for most living spaces.
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Are you considering which air purifier to buy? Electrolux offers a range of air purifiers that provide you with cleaner air while achieving a powerful yet smooth air circulation.
With the holistic approach of its Scandinavian design roots, Electrolux creates an air purifier that is both beautiful and effortlessly functional. The new design of UltimateHome 500 air purifiers enhance ease of operation, including a convenient cable holder, sensor window, and push-button filter replacement.
Electrolux UltimateHome 500 air purifiers are suitable for rooms from 52 to 54m² and comes with 5 stages of air purification:
Here is the summary of technical specifications for UltimateHome 500 air purifiers:
In this article, we will share with you the benefits of having an air purifier and how to choose an air purifier for your home. Furthermore, we will compare different types of Electrolux air purifiers in terms of features and functionality. Tips and hacks on how to use and maximize your air purifier will also be included.
What is an air purifier?
An air purifier is an indoor device that is used to purify the air, remove pollution, and improve air quality. It helps to filter dust, viruses, germs and bacteria, including unpleasant odors in the house, toxic gases and particulate pollution. The purpose of this device is to limit the spread of harmful residues or allergens and to prevent asthma or allergy problems related to air quality in people at risk (children, the elderly, etc.).
How does an air purifier work? Well, an air purifier is equipped with different filters, and each filter plays a different role in the process of air purification. An air purifier has to go through several stages to clean the air.
Firstly, the purifier draws in the air in the room to capture the particles. The air then passes through different filters that catch the various types of pollutants present in the air. After the process of removing impurities and pollutants, the device will push back the clean air into your living spaces.
PM 2.5 Dust and Benefits of an air purifier
We believe that Thai people are familiar with the term fine dust, or PM 2.5 dust. PM2.5 is particulate matter that can be found in the air. It is incredibly small — a single particle has a diameter of fewer than 2.5 micrometers. It is generated from industrial combustion.
Since they are so small and light, fine particles tend to stay longer in the air than heavier particles. This increases the chances of humans and animals inhaling them into the bodies. PM2.5 dust is harmful to people with respiratory problems, older adults, and children.
Having an air purifier in your home can help to reduce the level of fine dust and other pollutants in your home, as well as protect your family members from getting respiratory diseases.
Things to consider before buying an air purifier
In this section, Electrolux Thailand will share with you 4 tips to choose an air purifier, which are types of filters, room size, noise level, and price.
1. Types of filters
There are different technologies that air purifiers work on to effectively clean the air. Choose the product with suitable filters you want:
Pre-filter eliminates large particles like pet hair before the next stage of filtration. People having pets at home should choose air purifiers with strong pre-filter to get rid of pet hair.
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter is used to remove 99.97% of particles sized 0.2 microns or larger from the air. They are relatively effective against dust, pollen, mold, and dander.
People suffer from asthma or allergy should opt for air purifiers with HEPA filter. Note that some filters may not be certified to meet the requirements of a true HEPA filter, so research carefully before purchasing.
Activated carbon filters help in absorbing odors and gases, thus eliminate smoke, chemicals, food smell, and fumes. Activated carbon filters can quickly capture volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which is a compound released from burning fuel or release from household products. These gaseous pollutants can be harmful to everyone, especially if you have asthma or chemical sensitivity.
Antibacterial and germicidal filters eliminate harmful bacteria and germs.
2. Size of your room
The size of your room matters a lot when it comes to purchasing an air purifier. You need to make sure that the product is big enough to effectively purify the air in your room. For better performance, we recommend buying an air purifier that can operate in a space that is 20-40% larger than your room.
Also, the larger your room is, the higher CADR rating of the purifier you need. So what is CADR rating and why it matters when choosing an air purifier? CADR stands for Clean Air Delivery Rate that tells a consumer how efficient air purifiers are at removing a certain contaminant from the indoors. The three pollutants that are measured are pollen, smoke and dust.
The CADR rating reflects the volume of air in CFM (cubic feet per minute) that is cleaned of particles of certain sizes.
Typically, the larger the room, the larger the CADR rate you want. Manufacturers usually list the recommended CADR and room size on the guidelines, so read carefully when you buy a purifier.
This is the suggested CADR rate for different room sizes:
| Room area (m²) | Minimum CADR (cubic feet per minute) |
| 26 | 200 |
| 40 | 300 |
| 53 | 400 |
| 66 | 472 |
| 88 | 688 |
3. Noise level
Not only does air purifying performance matter when considering an air purifier, but its noise level also plays an important role. The machine should always be running so ideally, they should also be quiet.
If you buy it for your bedroom or baby’s room, choose the air purifier that makes less noise so that you can sleep beautifully. For the living room, you can choose the one with multiple settings which you can change as you want.
In general, an air purifier with a noise rating of 50 dB is appropriate for most living spaces.
4. Air purifier price
How much does an air purifier cost? Getting an air purifier can be extremely important to health, especially for those who have allergies or asthma. However, there are many things to consider such as type of filter, room size, CADR and especially, price. Electrolux air purifiers have a wide range of price levels and capacities. You can select a suitable air purifier ranging from B5,990 to over B22,000.
Summary of tips for choosing an air purifier
- Calculate the size of the room that you want to put your air purifier
- Look for an air purifier that meets your needs in terms of health and living environment
- Compare CADR rating for better filtration performance
- Choose the product with true HEPA filter
- Choose an air purifier with carbon air filtration to remove VOCs
- Look at noise levels in product specifications. Depending on where you're using your air purifier, you may want a quieter device.
- Since an air purifier is a big investment, research the manufacturer’s repair and warranty policies carefully. Check out Electrolux’s warranty terms and conditions for air purifiers.
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Best Electrolux air purifier
Are you considering which air purifier to buy? Electrolux offers a range of air purifiers that provide you with cleaner air while achieving a powerful yet smooth air circulation.
1. For large rooms
With the holistic approach of its Scandinavian design roots, Electrolux creates an air purifier that is both beautiful and effortlessly functional. The new design of UltimateHome 500 air purifiers enhance ease of operation, including a convenient cable holder, sensor window, and push-button filter replacement.
Electrolux UltimateHome 500 air purifiers are suitable for rooms from 52 to 54m² and comes with 5 stages of air purification:
- Pre-filter: big particles filtration
- Antibacterial coating: bacterial elimination
- HEPA13: fine particles filtration
- Carbon filter: remove odours and up to 100% harmful gases
- UV-C lights: eliminate up to 99.99% harmful bacteria
Here is the summary of technical specifications for UltimateHome 500 air purifiers:
| Room Coverage | 52 to 54m² |
| Installation type | Freestanding |
| Particle removal efficiency | 99.97% |
| Noise level | 20 dB |
| Number of filters | 5 |
| Filter system | 5 stages purification: Pre-filter, Antibacterial coating, HEPA 13 filter, Carbon filter, and UV-C lights |
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- PureProtect reduces harmful airborne substances¹.
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- Low, barely perceptible 20dBA noise level.
- AirSurround purifies room air in just 15 minutes¹.
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- PureProtect reduces harmful airborne substances¹.
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- UV-C lights provide additional protection.
- Low, barely perceptible 20dBA noise level.
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2. For small and medium-sized rooms
For smaller rooms up to 29m², you can consider purchasing UltimateHome300 models.
With the PureProtect five-stage purification system, this air purifier can remove up to 99.98% of captured harmful bacteria and up to 99.99% of H1N1 virus, and micro-dust.
With the holistic approach of its Scandinavian design roots, Electrolux creates an air purifier that is both beautiful and effortlessly functional. New design details enhance ease of operation, including a convenient cable holder, sensor window, and push-button filter replacement.
Here is the summary of technical specifications for UltimateHome300 air purifiers:
| Room Coverage | Up to 29m² |
| Installation type | Freestanding |
| Particle removal efficiency | 99.97% |
| Noise level | 20 dB |
| Number of filters | 5 |
| Filter system | 5 stage purification: Pre-filter, antibacterial coating, HEPA 13 filter, carbon filter, and UV-C lights |
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- PureProtect reduces harmful airborne substances¹.
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- UV-C lights provide additional protection.
- Low, barely perceptible 20dBA noise level.
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3. For limited space
If your homes have limited space, you can consider Electrolux mini air purifiers. This type of air purifier is so lightweight that it can be carried in one hand by the handle. It also has two legs that can stand in a reclined position on the floor, or alternatively, hang on the wall to save floor space.
Here is the summary of technical specifications for UltimateHome300 mini air purifiers:
| Product type | Portable mini air purifier |
| Voltage | DC5V |
| Wattage | Less than or equal to 5W |
| Net product weight | 0.52 kg |
| Number of filter stages | 4 |
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- Reduces up to 99.9% of bacteria¹ and H1N1 virus².
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- IonActive for clean and bacteria-free air.
- Scent compartment for aromatherapy benefits.
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- Reduces up to 99.9% of bacteria¹ and H1N1 virus².
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- IonActive for clean and bacteria-free air.
- Scent compartment for aromatherapy benefits.
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>>>Read more: Top 5 tips to use an air purifier effectively
Frequently asked questions about how to choose an air purifier
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1. Who should use an air purifier?
If you suffer from respiratory ailments, such as asthma, or seasonal allergies, you might consider investing in an air purifier for your home.
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2. Do air purifiers really work?
Yes, air purifiers capture a high percentage of harmful residues and allergens flowing through the filters. In doing so, they refresh the indoor air quality.
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3. Can pregnant women use air purifier?
HEPA air purifiers help to eliminate the impacts of air pollution on pregnant women. However, it is advised to consult doctors if you want to use air purifiers during pregnancy.
