Air quality
Latest about air quality
How to clean the air in your home
By Sarah Finley published
REFERENCE Wondering how to clean the air in your home? We've got all the information you need
Plant leaves spark with electricity during thunderstorms — and that could be altering our air quality in unpredictable ways
By Harry Baker published
During thunderstorms, leaves from trees and other plants create mini electric discharges that can significantly alter the surrounding air quality. But researchers are unsure if this is beneficial or harmful.
HoMedics TotalClean Deluxe 5-in-1 air purifier review
By Anna Gora published
Review Efficient, stylish and easy to assemble, the HoMedics TotalClean Deluxe 5-in-1 is a great no frills air purifier for tight spaces
Turonic PH950 air purifier review
By Anna Gora published
Review The Turonic PH950 is one of the most efficient, user-friendly and versatile air purifiers we've tested— despite being big and bulky
Do basements need a dehumidifier?
By Helen Alexander last updated
REFERENCE If you're wondering do basements need a dehumidifier, we've got the answer for you here.
What is relative humidity? And how does it impact you?
By Lawrie Jones last updated
Reference We investigate what relative humidity is, why it matters, and what it means for your home.
How does condensation happen?
By Becks Shepherd last updated
REFERENCE Have you been wondering 'how does condensation happen?' We're giving you the low-down.
Is condensation on windows bad?
By Becks Shepherd last updated
REFERENCE Is condensation on windows bad? Here’s everything you need to know.
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