Have you ever noticed dust particles floating in a stream of sunlight? These are only a small fraction of the particles that can be found in the air in your home.

• Many particles are invisible to the naked eye and can lurk in the air for a long time
• These microscopic particles can be a small as 0.3 microns. For comparison, a human hair is about 50 microns.

The particles in the air you breathe aren't just dust, it could include common allergens such as:

• Pollen, plant and mould spores
• Pet dander
• Lint and smoke
• Dust mite debris
• Some particles can also carry bacteria and viruses.

Many everyday activities in the home such as dusting, vacuuming, cooking and smoking can increase concentrations of these airborne particles.

Learn more about the particles in the air and the allergic reactions they can trigger.

Find out about our Filtrete Room Air Purifiers.