It is that time of the year again when hay fever is among us. We all welcome the sunshine, but for many people, this time of the year can be extremely insufferable for hay fever victims. In 2024, experts say we are due to face a particularly high pollen level season which may have been exaggerated by climate change. Around 1 in 4 people in the UK have hay fever, and although there is no cure for it, there are ways to manage the dreaded symptoms. One method is to incorporate an air purifier into your life. So, you may wonder, how exactly will an air purifier help relieve my hay fever symptoms?
Well, air purifiers are an excellent method of reducing hay fever symptoms due to being able to sift out airborne pollen. Air purifiers have a HEPA filter, which can successfully capture tiny particles floating in the air. It is very simple for pollen to enter our homes through opened doors and windows or even be brought inside by sticking to our clothing; in summer, it is very difficult not to have windows and doors open as it can reach overwhelming temperatures. Even non-hay fever sufferers can be triggered by allergens lurking in their homes such as excess dust mites and mould spores; this is why incorporating an air purifier into your life is beneficial for improving indoor air quality and, therefore, your overall health. Although, for hay fever sufferers, dust mites and mould spores will only aggravate the symptoms even further, so for them, an air purifier is definitely a worthwhile purchase.
The Main Things to Consider When Buying an Air Purifier
Check the type of filter within the air purifier. It is important to note that not all air purifiers are suitable for tackling hay fever causes. We recommend focusing on qualified, fully tested and fully certified High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filter air purifiers. These filters are very powerful for eliminating tiny particles in the air that can decrease your hay fever symptoms. An air purifier that is effective enough to help with hay fever symptoms must have a high-powered filter structure including at least one HEPA H13 filter for it to successfully pull dirty air from a large space and release clean air.
Many advanced air purifiers have an automatic mode with cutting-edge air quality sensors. These sophisticated features continuously assess the air quality, adjusting purification levels accordingly to optimise freshness. Additionally, they offer a real-time air quality indicator, to inform you with immediate insights into the purity of your surrounding environment.
You should also look for the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR), also known as an airflow rate which is a calculation of an air purifier's capability of eliminating allergens such as pollen, smoke and more. Matching the CADR with the dimensions of the room the air purifier will be in is quite important as this can determine its efficiency.
Following this, it is vitally important to consider the size of the room where the air purifier will be placed, larger rooms may need to purchase a more powerful purifier to reap its benefits.
The suction power of your air purifier is also something to consider. An air purifier will have the filtering ability to catch the allergens; however, if it doesn’t have the appropriate suction power to pull the particles in fast enough, it may not be as effective.
Additional methods to relieve hay fever symptoms with an Air Purifier
To ease hay fever symptoms, using an air purifier at home can help a lot. As well as using an air purifier, there are some simple steps you can take to keep pollen out. Keep doors and windows closed to stop pollen from coming inside. In warmer months, use lower blinds or close curtains instead of opening windows to stay cool. If you want to let in fresh air, it’s best to do it at night when pollen levels are lower. By taking regular precautions coupled with the addition of an air purifier, you relieve the symptoms of hay fever and have cleaner air in your home.
Our last tip is to consider renewing the filter. Air purifier filters need to be replaced around every 12 months depending on the type of air purifier to ensure efficiency. It’s important to consider the cost and frequency of the replacement filter for the different types of air purifiers before you make your purchase.
What Air Purifier Is Right for You to Defeat Hay Fever?
Vytronix Air Purifier 55W Anti Allergen Odour Reducing + Carbon HEPA Filter
Our Price: £69.99
- With cutting-edge air cleansing technology, the Vytronix VAP55 Air purifier removes up to 99.9% of allergens, odours and even certain bacteria
- Includes Free Spare Filter Worth £14.99
- The pre-filter and HEPA filter work together seamlessly to remove dust and pollen particles from the air while the carbon filter and de-ioniser reduce gases and odours such as pet smells and smoke, making it ideal for those with high sensitivity to allergens
Russell Hobbs RHDH1101G Portable Dehumidifier & Air Purifier Fresh Air Pro Grey
RRP: £89.99 Our Price: £64.99 (Save £25.00)
- COMPACT 2 IN 1 DEHUMIDIFIER - The Russell Hobbs Fresh Air Pro is the ideal size for your home office, utility room, living space, or small basement. This compact model is suitable for spaces up to 20m²- perfect for medium-sized rooms.
- OZONE FREE - The Fresh Air Pro captures up to 99.95% of airborne allergens, dust, pollen, smoke & bacteria to ensure absolutely no ozone is emitted into your home.
- 1L WATER TANK - This dehumidifier removes up to 750ml of water from its surroundings in 24 hours, and can hold up to 1L of water. It’s the ideal tool for reducing humidity and minimising the physical signs of dampness and condensation.
- AUTO-CUT-OFF AND DEFROST - The Fresh Air Pro has an auto cut-off function when the tank is full, so it can operate without needing to be monitored. There’s even a defrost function – when temperatures drop, a sensor inside the dehumidifier will heat to prevent water freezing on the elements.
Russell Hobbs RHAP1001G Air Purifier Touch Control Clean Air Compact Grey
RRP: £79.99 Our Price: £34.99 (Save £45.00)
- This model features an advanced 3-layer filtration system to capture up to 99.95% of airborne allergens, dust, pollen, smoke & virus particles making it perfect for allergy and asthma sufferers.
- This compact model is perfect for small rooms up to 10m², such as your home office, bedroom or living space.
- The lightweight 2.3kg body means it’s easy to move from room to room, so you can enjoy cleaner, purer air wherever you are.
- With an intuitive touch control panel and three-speed settings, it's simple to operate and easy to adjust the air filtration to suit any room.
- The LED display offers a timer option for 2, 4 or 8 hours, as well as a handy Filter Change Reminder. There’s even a night mode to dim the LED display and slow down the fan speed, so you can enjoy uninterrupted sleep while purifying the air around you.
DH Lifelabs CAHP-20WC01 Air Purifier HEPA Eliminates 99.97% Bacteria White
RRP: £199.99 Our Price: £129.99 (Save £70.00)
- Eliminates 99.97% of bacteria and viruses with its Dual PlasmaShield™ Technology and H13 True HEPA Filter for ultimate air purification.
- 3-Stage H13 True HEPA Filter has a pre-filter, HEPA filter, and activated carbon filter for 3 layers of air purification protection.
- Purify medium rooms up to 217 sq ft. Perfect for bedrooms, home offices, nurseries, and more.
- Refresh your air multiple times per hour throughout the day to keep unwanted germs and pollutants out.
- Plasma shield technology generates ions both inside the unit to eliminate trapped pathogens, and throughout the space, to purify the surrounding air.
- Active purification is designed with a 360° delivery system that propels positive and negative ions throughout the room to actively kill germs.
Whilst air purifiers are great for reducing hay fever symptoms, they are however not a substitute for other well-known methods, such as regularly keeping windows & doors closed, and also using a vacuum regularly throughout your home to remove dust which can often cause hay fever-like symptoms.
Here at Direct Vacuums, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service and support. We offer a range of resources to help you get the most out of your air purifier, including user guides, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting advice.
If you suffer from hay fever, there is no need to suffer in silence. With our range of air purifiers, you can let the great outdoors in without worrying about allergens. Contact us today to learn more about our air purifiers and how they can help you defeat hay fever this summer.
