[A_Tradition_Continues]

I have a Hunter Quietflo...around $225.00. works good.

http://www.epinions.com/well-Personal-Air-Purifiers-AllHunter_QuietFlo_400_Model____30400/display_~reviews

[keat]

Can’t go wrong with the Honeywell brand. HEPA is the best technology this. Check manufacturer’s website for sizing information then shop online for best price.

[davetex]

We have 3 Hunters in the house, all with HEPA filters. IIRC we got all 3 from Sam’s for less than $200.

[SouthTexas]

You will never get rid of dust unless you live in a plastic bubble.

[cva66snipe]

Stay away from the ionization type if it is for allergy as they create Ozone which also triggers attacks. Many allergist do not reccommend their usage. Go with the basic air over filter type purifier they are cheaper but you must buy filters though. Also a huge biggie then do this. If you have central heat, central heat and air, or a furnace then get filters for them designed for allergins. They cost roughly $12 a piece but are worth it. In the summer if the space is not air-conditioned then run a dehumidifier as well. Mold {a primary offender} grows well in basements during summer months. Hope this helps.

[faq]

I really like the Sharper Image Ionic Breeze. It’s well made, easy to clean, and cuts down on the dust in a normally dusty area. What finally fixed my allergy problem though was dust mite proof pillow case covers.

[managusta]

I do not know if you are aware that air purifiers don’t really “purify” the air in your home all that well?

Tests have revealed that even the most pricey models only have an efficacy running about 5 to 10% of the pollution in your home.In addition each unit can only cover about 200Cft

Therefore you would need about 5-6units each costing $200-$400 to provide the area coverage you estimate that you need.(Remember A/C is a 3D bidness,so we always calculate by volume.)

Factor in that, each unit requires that you replace the main and pre filter monthly which runs about $30 per unit.

If you have a central air system or a blown air furnace then it may behoove you to have a cheaper and more effective whole house electronic air cleaner installed. All the major A/C companies feature them in their inventories and manufacturers like Honeywell make some excellent after OEM sales units.

They are priced from $200 to $800.s and feature a multi-stage air cleaning system with two germ reducing technologies to help reduce harmful indoor airborne particles in your room.

Initally your polluted indoor air is drawn into the air purifier from your return duct. It first moves air through dual UV lamps to help reduce airborne germs,such as bacteria, virus and fungus as well as mold spores from the air passing across them.

Then it then passes through a pre-charging ionization plate, a pre-filter and the main filter which all help capture airborne particles such as dust, smoke, pollen, and cat dander. Any remaining bacteria and virus are also captured in the many flutes of the permanent washable filter giving you a second level of protection.

[Gay State Conservative]

Talk to your allergist....assuming you’re seeing one.

[Sherman Logan]

I highly recommend the IQAir models.

http://www.iqair.com/

Freepmail for more info if you like.

[elkfersupper]

A pack of cigarettes every day with a Padron Robusto or Torpedo thrown in on the weekends.

Worked for me.