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Effective Air Purification for Indoor Gardens

By Expert Author: Susan Slobac
View Summary | Submitted: 2008-03-13 | Word Count: 423 words
Susan Slobac
What is the best method of air purification for indoor gardens? There is no one answer to this question, although carbon filters are one economical solution to this problem. As most indoor gardeners are aware, such endeavors have a tendency to create unpleasant, musty odors; in addition, carbon air filters are a good way to deal with the airborne bacteria and mold that can have an adverse effect on your plants. There are many ways in which air purification for indoor gardens can be accomplished, and the use of activated carbon is tried-and-true.


The Lowdown on Carbon Filters

Carbon air filters are among the most effective methods of air purification because of the highly absorbent nature of carbon. Horticulture carbon filters are able to capture the smallest of the particles that are largely responsible for unpleasant smells when growing indoors.

One of the foremost names in carbon filters is Vaportek. This company has come up with the special compound of volatile oils which are hermetically sealed into the membranes of their patented carbon filters, providing one of the most effective methods of air purification for indoor gardens. There are numerous Vaportek products from which to choose, including stand-alone products and full systems.


Other Methods of Air Purification for Indoor Gardens

Ozone generators are another method of air purification for indoor gardens. Ozone is an allotrope of oxygen, a molecule consisting of three oxygen atoms. It is found in the upper atmosphere of the earth; you may also have noticed the smell if you have ever played with electric trains. In high concentrations, ozone is poisonous; however, ozone generators create this substance in low amounts which has the effect of “scrubbing,” or cleaning the air. Ozone generators have been used for many years in order to clean and sanitize HVAC systems in buildings and the ductwork in sea-going vessels.

Unlike some systems of air purification such as carbon filters, ozone generators actually eliminate odors by destroying the micro-organisms – mold, mildew and bacteria - that cause them.

About Vaportek

Vaportek is a thirty-year-old, family owned and operated company located in Sussex, Wisconsin. Their products, which are made available through select retail outlets, are manufactured in the U.S.A. using American labor, and are far superior to many similar products offered by global corporations that are cheaply made by low-paid overseas workers. Their products are used in applications ranging from small indoor gardens to athletic stadiums and large institutions. The company’s profits and taxes support the nation and their community while providing ideal solutions when it comes to air purification for indoor gardens.
About the Author/Author Bio

Susan Slobac discusses methods for air purification using products such as carbon filters, ozone generators and vaportek.

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