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Hi Karen,
Is your concern based on an actual "problem" or just interest
in maintaining good air quality?
Generally, HEPA filters are the way to go with respect to
removing particluates. Also, look into the new 3-M filters as these are
made from a material that stores charge and attracts particulates, and replaces
the cheapos you can get for $1 with much better efficiency.
Air ionizers charge the air, and particulates in the air,
which agglomerate together and either fall out of the air (too heavy) or they
migrate to a positively charged, or grounded, surface. This can leave dark
stains on light colored furniture and walls (or carpeting), and the stuff is
difficult to remove. Also, do NOT place a negative ion generator near your
computer!!!! The static space charge build up can be lethal to the chips
if you "discharge" into the computer.
Also, if need be look into activated charcoal as this is the
best (cheapest too) way to remove gaseous contaminants - a lot of house plants
can be helpful in this respect too.
Hope this helps...
On the issue of water, I heard of something like this from
Germany years back....very interesting! I would give it some
creedence
(even if the AWA doesn't). If going carbon -
go with a carbon block filter over grannular.
Good Luck!
Richard
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 4:18
PM
Subject: [GBlist] air/water
purification
Hi everyone.
Regarding air filtration/purification for our new
home: does anyone have any info regarding high-efficiency particulate
electronic air filters installed in the HVAC unit versus stand alone
ionization and ozonation units?
Also, is anyone familiar with Original Grander
Technology water treatment system? This system is based on the
homeopathic premise that no matter how much is removed from water (via
distillation, R.O., or whichever type of filtration) the memory of the toxins
remain in the water and are as harmful for the body as the toxins
themselves. OGT is a technology claiming to rebalance the energy of the
water so that the toxins, while not eliminated, are neutralized and thus no
longer harmful to the body. It is recommended to use only with potable
water and in conjunction with a carbon filter. Any
thoughts?
Much appreciated, Karen Gros
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