When you begin looking for solutions for your child's allergies, one of the things you may consider is an air cleaner. You'll find several options available, but one that may stick in your mind is a water based air cleaner. If you have never used one of these before, there are a few things you need to know before you purchase one. Here are just a few of those key points and what you should consider about each:

Adding Scents

Some of the water based air cleaners or air purifiers will allow you to add liquid scents to the water. This allows you to clean and freshen the air in your environment at the same time. You can also add as much or as little of the solutions to your water based purifier depending on the level of scent you want. The key point to keep in mind with this option is to use the scents that are specifically marketed for water based air purifiers. Putting items like essential oils into the air purifier can cause the filter to clog and can damage the internal mechanics of the purifier.

Allergen Removal

Traditional air cleaners and purifiers use a filter or a compartment to hold the allergens and debris in the air. When you clean these filters and compartments, you run the risk of coming in contact with the allergens you are trying to avoid. You also may end up releasing them back into the environment. With a water based air cleaner, the debris is trapped in the water and does not release back into the environment. This ensures your air stays clean and that the allergens go straight into the sink or toilet depending on how you dispose of it.

Determining Size Options

Just like traditional air cleaners and purifiers, a water based option will come in various sizes. These sizes, including plug-in options for bathrooms and smaller spaces, will handle a wide range of square footage. In order to determine which size is best for your needs, you will need to measure the room you plan on using the device in.

If you have several rooms, consider getting a unit that can either handle the larger space or small units for each room. Try to purchase a unit that handles a larger amount of space than you need. This will help the purifier to work at its optimal levels and keep the environment free of allergens and debris.

These are just three key points you should keep in mind with water based air cleaners and purifiers. If you are ready to purchase one for your home, take your room measurements to your local home improvement store and begin browsing. To learn more, contact a company like Air Cleaners Australia.