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This DIY air purifier could improve your home’s air quality and protect you from wildfire smoke. Here’s how to make it (www.thestar.com)

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 years ago (4 children)

I've seen these DIY air purifiers before and thought a out making one but am unsure how well they actually work. Has anybody here actually made one before?

[–] apepi 2 points 2 years ago

Depends on the quality of the filters really. Also helps if you put a shroud on the box fan so you don't have backflow around the corners.

https://www.texairfilters.com/how-to-improve-the-efficiency-of-the-box-fan-and-merv-13-filter-air-cleaner/

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