Increasing ventilation is one of three methods the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends for improving indoor air quality (www.epa.gov/iaq/is-imprv.html).

 

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Unlike air cleaning units that sit on the floor and process the air that is already indoors, the Bionaire EverFresh is a window-mounted air cleaner which boosts ventilation by bringing in fresh air from outside. The window unit mounts (mounting kit included) in double-hung windows from 26 to 38 inches wide. It measures approximately 24.5 inches long, 12 inches wide and only 9 inches high, so it does not obstruct most views.

Installation was without incident and we feel that most users could install the unit with ease. There are three settings on the unit that pull the air into your home. A heat balancing system senses the temperature of the air coming in and adjusts it to the same temperature as the air inside, so there are no conflicting temperatures — i.e., no chill from a cold or rainy day outside. During warmer months, the air is cooled by indoor air while the system helps remove humidity.

A service message informs users when the EverFresh needs to be cleaned or when other maintenance is necessary. The unit comes with a manufacturer's five-year limited warranty.

Overall, we feel that the EverFresh Air Exchange System is a “fresh” idea and one that would appeal to users looking for an alternative or additional air cleaner.

 

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