There are probably as many cat hair air purifiers on the market as there are hairs on your cat. So how do you know which cleaner will actually be the most effective without spending a lot of money on the ones that don’t work? Here are 7 answers to frequently asked questions that will help you bring home the most effective air purifier for cat hair.
1. Is a purifier that can only work part of the day effective?Cat hair is constantly being released into the air and effective filtration must be continuous. Running the cleaner and then turning it off allows hair to collect in the air, which means you’re breathing it in and seeing it in the air. The purpose of a cleaner is to forever reduce the amount of cat hair in the air. Choose a cleaner that can work 24 hours.
2. Are there cleaners that can operate safely 24 hours a day?Yes there are. A cleaner that has a high capacitor motor is designed to run safely, efficiently, and economically 24 hours a day. This keeps the amount of cat hair down all the time, and you will never have to go into your house where the air is full of cat hair again.
3. Is the plastic casing safe?If your purifier is designed to run 24 hours a day but is plastic, the heat from the engine will often cause the plastic to heat up and release gases into the air. The fumes from the plastic make the air quality worse than it was, and you don’t want to pay money to make the air worse. Choose something other than a plastic casing.
4. Why is powder coated steel housing a better choice?Steel does not emit gas vapors and is a safer option for a purifier whose motor will allow 24 hour operation. A powder-coated surface is safe for your cat and makes it nearly impossible for her to chew or break pieces that could cause choking or expose sharp edges.
5. Is a HEPA filter necessary to remove cat hair?If you want to effectively remove hair and, more importantly, dander, which is the allergen for most cat people, a high particulate retention (or HEPA) filter efficiency is crucial. This filter will remove hair and dander as small as 0.3 microns with an efficiency of 99.97%. This is the same technology used by the medical industry in hospitals to ensure clean air.
6. Do the pre-filters make a difference?They Yes. These are filters that are the first line of defense and trap large and medium sized particles. As such, they prevent the main filter (the HEPA) from filling up as quickly. An air purifier with pre-filters will require far fewer filter changes than one without. So look for pre-filters as a feature that will save you time and money.
7. What is the best indication that a purifier will be effective?The length of the warranty is probably the best indicator. The longer the warranty, the more longevity you can expect to receive from your purifier. A long warranty of 5 years indicates that the manufacturer is confident that they have made an air purifier for cat hair that is effective and will clean the air of cat hair for a long time.
