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All around you, there are things that you can’t see, feel, or sense. But they can greatly impact your health.
1. Candles
You fill your home with candles to create a more relaxing atmosphere, but here’s the problem: paraffin wax. This is what many candles are made from.
Paraffin comes from petroleum. And petroleum is a byproduct of crude oil. Burn these candles and you release benzene and toluene into the air — both of which are toxic. In fact, they’re capable of causing cancer.
That combined with other dangerous ingredients in your candles (like formaldehyde and lead) can lead to:
- Headaches
- Reproductive and endocrine disruption
- Allergies
2. Household Cleaning Products
Guess what? Your cleaning products might be toxic Pesticides contain harmful chemicals. Air fresheners make the room smell nice, but your lungs don’t love them.What do all of these things have in common? The answer: Volatile organic compounds.
VOCs are a group of toxic chemicals that can cause:
- Eye, nose, and throat irritation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Worsened symptoms of asthma
3. Cooking
There’s nothing quite like a home-cooked meal. But cooking with gas, using appliances like toasters, and particles from the oils we heat up can all linger in the air long after you’ve taken your last bite. Combustion appliances like gas stoves can cause nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide to seep into your indoor air, while heating oils and fats can release harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The extra heat that cooking produces can also cause countertops and cabinets to off-gas VOCs like formaldehyde.
4. Mold
Mold thrives in damp environments — like laundry rooms, bathrooms, and around windows. At higher levels, this can lead to mold sickness, which is marked by symptoms like:
- Sneezing and congestion.
- Irritated eyes.
- Coughing and wheezing.
- A sore throat.
- Rashes.
- Dry or scaly skin.
5. Dust
Even if you can’t see it, dust is always lurking. But where does it come from? Dust is a combination of:
- Dead skin cells.
- Fibers from your clothing and carpet.
- Soil particles.
- Soot.
- Dust mites.
- Hair and fur from your pet.
- Pollen.
- Tiny bits of plastic.
If you don’t take care of the dust in your home, it can lead to:
- Eye irritation.
- Coughing.
- Sneezing.
- Asthma attacks.
- Allergies.
- Hay fever, which causes cold-like symptoms.
6. Bonus: Air Fresheners
Plug-ins, diffusers, and incense certainly make your home smell nice — but for a price. Using them can release VOCs into your home, including formaldehyde. Nausea, headaches, and irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat can follow.
In 2019, 2.2 million deaths were caused by indoor air pollution.
Source: State of Global Air
The Introduction of the Air Purifier
One of the original breathing tools hit the scene in 1823. It was headgear designed for firefighters, and it literally changed the way we breathe.
The first patent for an air purifying breathing device was filed in 1849. Another respirator built for first responders was created in 1854. And in the 1940s, the HEPA filter was created and completely changed the game.
In the years that followed, researchers continued to refine this technology, and in 1963, we got the first-ever residential air filter.
The first patent for an air purifying breathing device was filed in 1849. Another respirator built for first responders was created in 1854. And in the 1940s, the HEPA filter was created and completely changed the game.
In the years that followed, researchers continued to refine this technology, and in 1963, we got the first-ever residential air filter.
Sans: A New Standard of Air Quality
“I absolutely love this product! I’ve noticed I’m breathing better and sleeping better. It definitely is removing allergens from the air in my home!”
Source: Website Review
What are the Components of an Effective Air Purifier?
Science now understands what it takes for a purifier to clean the air you breathe. Your purifier should have very specific components.
Pre-Filter
Different types of filters are capable of trapping different types of particles. A filter designed to capture big particles won’t be able to trap the small ones.
This is why the first layer of defense should focus on the big guys, like hair and dust. This means that the next layers can perform more effectively.
This is why the first layer of defense should focus on the big guys, like hair and dust. This means that the next layers can perform more effectively.
Medical-Grade HEPA 13 Filter
Yes, it has to be medical-grade, and it has to be replaceable, not washable. This means you need a HEPA filter.
HEPA means “high-efficiency particulate air,” and 13 means that it’s medical-grade. Translation: It can trap particles that are really, really small — even dust. In fact, HEPA 13 filters can remove at least 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns in size, and 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 microns.
For reference, a human hair is 90 microns.
This is why the HEPA filter matters. It’s even been proven to trap viruses, mold, and bacteria.
HEPA means “high-efficiency particulate air,” and 13 means that it’s medical-grade. Translation: It can trap particles that are really, really small — even dust. In fact, HEPA 13 filters can remove at least 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns in size, and 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 microns.
For reference, a human hair is 90 microns.
This is why the HEPA filter matters. It’s even been proven to trap viruses, mold, and bacteria.
Activated Carbon Filter
The first two filters trap solids. But what about gasses? That’s what the activated carbon filter is for. Remember those nasty VOCs? They don’t stand a chance against activated carbon. This is also the filter that traps odors and chemicals, leaving your home smelling truly fresh.
Once the filter has tapped out, replace it — don’t wash it! Washable filters aren’t as effective, they’re prone to leaving residue behind, and you’re responsible for cleaning them, which means you expose yourself to everything they trap.
Once the filter has tapped out, replace it — don’t wash it! Washable filters aren’t as effective, they’re prone to leaving residue behind, and you’re responsible for cleaning them, which means you expose yourself to everything they trap.
The Sans Promise
The Sansmission is simple: Take care of the spaces that take care of us. Most of us spend the majority of our days inside, and startlingly, the indoors are more polluted than the outdoors.
How can you ensure that the air you’re breathing is up to your standards? With Sans.
A single unit covers 1560 sq ft of space and is what we like to call “meditation quiet.” Whether you’re on a work call or rocking your baby to sleep, you can trust that silently in the background, Sans is keeping you and your loved ones safe.
How can you ensure that the air you’re breathing is up to your standards? With Sans.
A single unit covers 1560 sq ft of space and is what we like to call “meditation quiet.” Whether you’re on a work call or rocking your baby to sleep, you can trust that silently in the background, Sans is keeping you and your loved ones safe.
Sans holds themselves to the highest of expectations, which is why Sans runs with four layers of defense, to capture everything in your home from dog fur and dander to allergens, and from harmful pollutants to dust, odors, and more.mold and carbon monoxide.
Some Questions We've Had
How often do you have to replace the filter?
You should replace the filter after three months of continuous use. Fortunately, Sans has a convenient subscription service that delivers a new filter to your door right when you need it. It also includes a 10% discount.
Does Sans require any installation?
We're happy to say it does not. Simply open the beautiful box, remove the packaging around the filter and plug in. There's a handy guide that explains all of the functions and their Customer Support is first class if you ever have questions.
Is it noisy?
Sans is the quietest in class at just 30 dB on Low and 50 dB on High. You'll won't even notice it.
Does it take up a lot of space?
Sans is small, especially considering the filtration power. It measures just 20" (H) x 10" (W) x 11.5" (D).
Is it safe to run Sans 24/7?
Sans is actually designed to be run 24/7. They made it so easy to use that you can simply plug in and Sans will take care of the rest.
Just Look at How Easy It Is To Change the Filter
If you suffer from allergies, asthma, or other respiratory issues, watch as your coughing, sneezing, and wheezing disappear.
The most innocent things that you’re doing, like cooking and lighting candles, are affecting the air you breathe and thus, your health.
You deserve better.Shop with Sans today and feel the difference.
The most innocent things that you’re doing, like cooking and lighting candles, are affecting the air you breathe and thus, your health.
You deserve better.Shop with Sans today and feel the difference.
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