Do you know? We breathe about 20-30 kg of air daily and consume around 1 kg of food and 3 kg of food. While we’re paying attention to the food quality, our air also deserves the same quality standards as our food and drink. After all, we spend almost 90% of time indoor that makes indoor air quality (IAQ) one of the top issues to our health.

Based upon current studies, many IAQ problems are still being caused by ventilation systems that are poorly designed. Fortunately, we still have solutions for these problems. They are straightforward: adequate amount of outdoor air, controlled humidity and efficient air.

Sufficient outdoor air can keep constant air circulation, and controlled humidity helps prohibit most mold spores and fungi. Then what can air filters do? Theoretically, a filter is one component in a ventilation system and cannot enhance IAQ by itself. But filters are a must item for a properly working system during many years. If the right air filters are installed and replaced in good intervals, they can improve IAQ in significant aspects. They can keep the system clean, and maintain temperature and humidity within specifications.

A good air filter can also maintain the efficiency of the overall ventilation system and allow other spare equipment to function properly. Not to forget the filter can at the same time prevent micro-organisms and outdoor contaminants to enter the system.

Now as we can see, there’s a silver lining between a right air filter and good indoor air quality.