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You might recall seeing my post a while back about my family trying out the new Fellowes AeraMax™ DX-55 Air Purifier. We have been using it for about two weeks now, which I think is long enough to get an idea of the kind of results you would get with long term use. Before I begin sharing what I particularly like and dislike about it, let's talk about WHY it's so important to use an air purifier in your home!
You know, we are kind of in the middle of cold and flu season down here in Miami. And as much as we wash our hands, that doesn't take care of all of the germs we come into contact with on a daily basis. Did you know that the flue germs can spread to people up to six feet away, even without a cough or sneeze to spread it? The viruses that cause the flu and colds can live on the surfaces and in the air of your home for up to 24 hours, and you can't exactly wash those away when you wash your hands or use hand sanitizer!
You really need to take a few extra steps to avoid those nasty colds and flu germs floating around, and this 4 Step Process is your best bet for staying healthy!
The 4 Step Process for Avoiding the Flu and Colds
1. Ask about a flu shot - you will find that most pharmacies and clinics offer the flu shot, or you can always head down to your primary care physician as well! While the flu shot is not for everyone, it can be a big help in helping you avoid catching the flu this year!
2. Wash and sanitize hands regularly - this is key to avoiding catching any kind of illness, really. Germs live on the surface of doorknobs, desks, rails in public places - wash your hands throughout the day to keep your hands germ free!
3. Wipe down surfaces with disinfectants - the best way to keep your home free of germs is to use disinfectant when cleaning.
4. Purify the air indoors - we generally spend 90 percent of our time indoors, where the air is up to five times more polluted than it is outside! Using an air purifier, like the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier, helps to eliminate the germs and viruses from the air in your home.
When you follow the 4-step process, including using an air purifier, you can significantly decrease your odds of catching a cold or the flu! The Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier is quite effective at removing influenza and cold viruses from indoor air!
About the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier:
The Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier effectively purifies air in medium rooms up to 195 square feet. We have ours in our living room, which is where the entire family spends most of our time. This is also where our company sits when they visit, so it's extra prone to harboring germs.
AeraSmart™ Sensor monitors the air quality and automatically adjusts the fan speed to keep your air purified. When I am sitting in the living room, I can literally see the lights changing as the purifier kicks into gear and turns itself on! It's pretty cool to watch, and it's awesome not having to worry about figuring out which setting to use or when it needs to be turned on.
The True HEPA filter with AeraSafe™ antimicrobial treatment safely removes 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns, including pollen, ragweed and other allergens, viruses, germs, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander and cigarette smoke too! This is kind of funny, but whenever Foxy walks past it, or lays down next to it, it kicks on...I'm guessing Foxy has a lot of dander in her fur!
Not only is it extremely effective at capturing influenza virus from indoor air (based on independent testing), but the carbon filter removes odors and captures large airborne particles too. I made a fancy dish for dinner on Sunday night that required me to chop onions. Our entire house reeked of raw onion so badly that my eyes were watering, even after I finished making dinner. The Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier kept running throughout the night and most of the day on Monday, helping to eliminate that nasty smell. It really did make a difference!
If you suffer from allergies, you'll be happy to know that the it is also Certified asthma & allergy friendly™ by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America!
While the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier is pretty quiet, it has a Fan Speed Indicator that allows you to manually adjust the fan speed setting between low, medium, high or turbo. While we were getting rid of that nasty onion odor, it was running on Turbo! And for you forgetful types (that would be me), there are Filter Change Indicators that let you know when it is time to replace your Carbon or True HEPA filter!
As I said, we have the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier sitting right in our living room, near the front door. I like that it's sleek and modern, so it isn't an eye sore in our home decor.
I especially love that the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier is Energy Star-qualified! Using less energy and saving money on our light bill is so important to me! Energy Star-qualified air purifiers are 40% more energy-efficient than non-qualifying models. With as often as our air purifier runs, that 40% presents a huge savings opportunity for us!
What are you doing to keep your home germ free this cold and flu season? Or do you just need to find a way to help keep allergens at bay for your family? You can purchase the Fellowes® AeraMax™ DX55 Air Purifier, which starts at $189.99, on BestBuy.com!
Jessica
The air purifier looks like it came out of the movie TRON. That's the first thing that came to mind when i saw the photo! We have an air purifier in our home as well and I have noticed it has decreased the dust by quite a bit. My daughter has mild allergies and it has made a huge difference. With a toddler at home we can use all the help me can get! Nothing is better than clean air 🙂
Tracey
I have an air purifier but not nearly as fancy or sleek as this one. I do notice the benefits of having one.
Robin (Masshole Mommy)
The timing of this is perfect. My husband and I were just talking the other day about getting an air purifier. We have forced hot air heat and it's wicked dusty in our house because of it.
Terry
We so need one of these. I swear we have sinus problems in our home because of all the mold and fungus flying around this winter. Plus, if this would help with the dust.. I am so wanting one.
Ellen Christian
With our allergies, I need to look into this.
Tammi
I'm a HUGE air purifier fan, and actually I need another one in our house {on another level of the house}. I really love Fellowes brand for office gear, so I'm going to look into getting this one. Thanks for the introduction!!
Scott
Great design for a purifier. Allergy season will be here soon (which my wife hates) and we'll be using something like this.
Debra
So futuristic looking! I like to keep an air purifier going in the kid's playroom which is in the basement.
Cassie
We need a good air purifier for our house. At first I was hesitant about the size of the one you mentioned but with the things that you said about it I'll be adding it to our list of ones to look at 🙂
Lindsey
I really like the idea of an air purifier - I remember Fellowes makes shredders, so it's funny to me to think about them making this product! But, it's something I would use. Clicks! 🙂
Nancy Polanco
We definitely use an air purifier, it's so necessary for us. This one looks great. 🙂 I need one for my DD's room.
Kim Delatorre
We have bad allergies around here and so we are in the market for a good air purifier. I will have to look into this one more. I sure love the looks of it, so sleek!!!
Pam
We all have allergies in my family, so we have to have an air purifier in our home. This one looks like a great one!
Melissa
Great tips! We are always suffering from allergies and we really need a purifier in the house.
Melissa
Great tips! We are always suffering from allergies and we really need a purifier in the house.
Shell
I like how this air purifier looks! I'm so ready for winter to be over so we won't be all cooped up with the germs.
Amy Desrosiers
I totally want one of these! I know Fellowes makes some great products because I love my shredder!!
Liz
It's definitely nice and modern in style. I like that. This might be good for my son who has horrible summer allergies.
Kristin
That's a great air purifier, for big rooms too!
tess
I really want an air purifier for our home. I really think one would make our air better smelling.
Kecia
Removing odors from the air is a huge bonus on top of purifying it. We could totally use this because my husband loves cooking with garlic and onions. It's not uncommon to see an open window after dinner here!
Melanie Roberts
I have been in the market for a new air purifier, thanks for a great review.. this one sure looks great and would be perfect in my living room.
Barb W.
We are seasonal allergies sufferers, but I hadn't considered an air purifier before now. Thanks for the tips, going to have to explore further!
Jennifer Soltys
SO NEED THIS! My allergies are getting worse and worse and it doesn't help that my dog insists on sleeping right next to my FACE. LOL Great review on this unit -- I am sold!
Ashley - Embracing Grace
I'm in the market for an air purifier so I'm very excited to read a review from someone I actually know...well, sorta know. You know what I mean! Thanks for sharing!
Melissa
I've always wanted a air purifier. This looks like a good one.
Dominique
I love how pretty it looks in your living room too! Fits with almost any decor!
Wendy
We've had an air purifier for years, but we are ready for a new one. Love the look and features of this one! Thanks!
Heather
I need to get one for our house. This one looks so stylish too!
Sharon
This loos like a great thing to have in my house. My son has allergies so this would be super helpful.
Toni
I love the look of this purifier! We have all been so sick this year, I definitely need to invest in one and hopefully it will help us not go through this again!
Emily
We use an air purifier in our home. It has made a huge impact on my son's allergies - and I've noticed we're not getting sick as often.
Brandy at MVL
I love Fellowes brand, they are the ones who I have my awesome paper shredder from ... I will have to look into this air purifier as I have mentioned to my fiance we should get one soon!
maria
We used to have an air purifier but it died. I need to get a new one. I love all the features this offers.
Krista
I don't know what I would do during allergy season without my air purifier! My husband and daughter have allergies really bad but running the purifier really helps them!
Tammilee
oooh I need to get one of these. My allergies are horrible this year. I love that it has an indicator to change the filters. I always seem to forget to change them
Kristina
I've been looking into getting an air purifier for our home since we get hit with allergies pretty badly here in South Texas.
Rosey
I did not know that about the flu virus being able to spread in the air like that even w/o a sneeze or cough. We could use an air purifier in our basement!
LisaLisa
Wow, very nice purifier! We need one since the kids have allergies this one is sleek and I bet if performs very well!
Stefani
I have a Fellowes air purifier I use every day in my living room. I wish I had one for each of the rooms in my house.
myrah - Coupon Mamacita
We need to get one of these. We are constantly coughing and with colds and I know it is due to all the dust and humidity. I like the way it blends in with the decor.
Christina S
We really need to look into getting one. The hubby is always having nasal issues and I bet this would help.
Chrysa
I have been wondering about getting an air purifier. We spend so much time in our house and so do our pets, so I'm thinking it would be a good idea!
Jenni E.
Our air purifier died so I've been needing to get a new one. Fellowes makes good products, I'll have to take a look at this one.
krystal
I feel like I need this! We have dogs.
Rachee
I need one of these for my job. I work with the public and lots of kids. This would be a nice way to keep our air healthy, especially since we are all cooped up during the colder months.
Yolanda
We NEED this. My hubby and son would definetly benefit from cleaner air as they both suffer from allergy problems. Thanks for your honest review.
Ashley M
I always feel like my house needs completely aired out after the cold/flu hits our house. Unfortunately that isn't an option in the winter.
Ashley M
But this would totally take care of that problem! Not only after the flu, but during as well.
Shauna
Oooh, it looks so small and unobtrusive... This would be perfect in my nephews dorm room
Joanna Sormunen
Air purifiers are great! I would love to have one at my home.
Debbie L.
My hubby really wants a air purifier - not sure which kind to buy. Thanks for the review - I shared your post with him.
Eliz Frank
What i love about your air purifier is the slick design... I have some old ones that need to be upgraded.
Autumn
The Fellowes AeraMax air purifier sounds like a great staple for your home. I bet it does help to keep sickness away! And it's so small and blends in well with the surroundings, making it perfect for any room of the home.
Stefani
We have a Fellowes air purifier that gets used daily. I love the one that you have.
Liza
That air purifier looks awesome! We've been talking about getting one for awhile now to see if it would help my congestion issues. Definitely going to look into this one further, thanks!
Janeane Davis
Air purifiers make such a huge difference in quality of life. There really is a tangible difference in air quality with and without one.