What makes these so popular? Do they really effect the air quality?
1742069
Well who can really measure air quality? I can tell you this much the air around the salt rock when you plug it in for a bout an hour or so smells like the air just before it rains. I think it's more for putting positive ions in the air form heating the salt from the inside. I did a search of salt rocks and found support for them and against them. 50/50 say the work or don't. Either way they do out a beautiful and relaxing mood to any room.
1742070
Here's my issue with this product...While I too enjoy the ambiance of the glow. That is not why I bought it. I bought it because of the overwhelming reviews that suggest that there is air cleaning quality effect. This is what I am trying to find out, does this thing pump out negative ions or not, or is it just a a lava lamp type decoration type thing. I too want to believe in this product, but I am looking for something concrete to base my confidence other then it feels so good. I bought 3 of this type of lamp and have them in my bedroom, living room, and basement. While the look awesome, I do not feel any crisp air type of effect in my opinion. Here's my issue with this product...While I too enjoy the ambiance of the glow. That is not why I bought it. I bought it because of the overwhelming reviews that suggest that there is air cleaning quality effect. This is what I am trying to find out, does this thing pump out negative ions or not, or is it just a a lava lamp type decoration type thing. I too want to believe in this product, but I am looking for something concrete to base my confidence other then it feels so good. I bought 3 of this type of lamp and have them in my bedroom, living room, and basement. While the look awesome, I... » Read More Here's my issue with this product...While I too enjoy the ambiance of the glow. That is not why I bought it. I bought it because of the overwhelming reviews that suggest that there is air cleaning quality effect. This is what I am trying to find out, does this thing pump out negative ions or not, or is it just a a lava lamp type decoration type thing. I too want to believe in this product, but I am looking for something concrete to base my confidence other then it feels so good. I bought 3 of this type of lamp and have them in my bedroom, living room, and basement. While the look awesome, I do not feel any crisp air type of effect in my opinion. « Show Less
1742071
I don't know if they effect the air quality and I don't know how you would even know if it did. I do know they are very pretty. I have 3 of them and if they do effect the air qualty that's great, if not they make really good night lights. I have 1 in my room, 1 in my daughters room, and 1 in my livingroom.
1742072
i don't really know if they effect the air quality. they are suppose to. But they really are pretty and each one is unique. I have 2 and I have bought a few as gifts. Everyone loves them. They make a great night light.
1742073
It may be purely psychological, but they do seem to clear the air - makes you feel warm and cozy just to look at them!
948118
Magnetic air filters made special for this case are available and work great, fan effectiveness is slightly diminished however. I love them and they clean easily.Google and be happy.
2221474
The fan inside of the device pushes the air through the metal cylinder where inside it's filtered and exposed to UV light, it's safe for people and pets in the room. Mine works 24/7, it kills gems and smells, also it makes the air smell fresh, a bit like after standard UV light. The device has a switch to tune the speed of the fan, on higher speed you can hear the device better. I'm happy with mine device, it really works!
538234
I'm not exactly sure. But I've had some last me months of use. Basically once they fill up with too much particulates they kind of clog and it becomes difficult to breath with them. That's when you know to throw them out.If there's a lot of dust on them I knock them against my foot. Just hit the outside a couple times to knock the dust off. It will make them last a little longer. They're really great if used correctly
617522
I live in a non-smoking environment, but I do notice that there are still odors with this air purifier on. This isn't the most effective air purifier out there. So, don't expect too much from it.
1051091
I've only used them indoors in my fireplace. And they heat up the room nicely with no Cleanup! Outside, they might not do as well in the wind without some kind of metal backdrop to protect from the wind. (Just guessing)
882007
Although it is clearly not recommended, I grew up inhaling these in the confines of automobiles in drive in movies, which is what they were invented for. I'm still here and burn them almost nightly in my bedroom. You can choose to be afraid of everything, or not.
258174
Any suggestions on how someone who lives in a Manhattan apartment can get rid of the smell - whatever is causing it. I can't exactly put them outside on the street to air out. Other than the smell, they are a good size and fine for my needs so if I can get rid of the smell, it would be great.
1455435
No Problem...These don't take much airflow to be effective. I use to use the same setup and was never at a loss for spray. Good Luck!
2137078
I love mine!!!!' Have two sets. Use them on my outdoor cement steps coming into my house. Heavy heavy traffic. The smell is just when you open them because they are new. Just like that new shower curtain! ;)
1605628
Yes, their filters have an awful smell when first opened and used. I have found this to be true for the 4 years I've owned the machine. Blueair claims the filters aren't toxic but I don't believe them. I let it un on speed 2 for 2 days when I know I won't be here and that helps air them out
1389935
They do smell a little but not all that bad, if you live in Texas you would need one. I use mine in a climbing stand so i dont worry about the little bit of smell
1707749
I haven't noticed that they have any sort of cooling effect. It may just be that they have better ventilation than other products, but for me I have found that I do get hot in them from time to time.
2279325
They are still being used in the air purifier and I'll have to let you when we will need to get another one. If you use your sweeper piece to clean this out it lasts longer.
1274528
Yes. I have 3 in slightly different sizes and they all work the same as you describe, and they do a great job at freshening the air and filtering pollutants.
1896221
First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in your machine. First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in... » Read More First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in your machine. « Show Less
1216723
These are standard or typical, and are great for cleaning air of large particles; do not think would restrict air that much. But the typical airconditioniar has a plastic filter that keeps large air particle out of the unit. These would have to be changed monthly to have any effect as far as odors.