Choosing the Right Pleated or Non-Pleated Air Filter for Your Home

When it comes to selecting the right air filter for your home, there are a few things to consider.

Pleated air filters

are incredibly effective at keeping small particles out of the air due to their high level of filtration. This is because pleated air filters have higher MERV indices, which range from 8 to 13, and are made of polyester or cotton paper. You also have a lot of flexibility in terms of size when choosing a pleated air filter, and they are durable, since they usually need to be replaced after 90 days.

One disadvantage of using pleated air filters is that they are usually more expensive than non-pleated air filters. Generally speaking, pleated filters will cost more if all other factors are the same. Pleated air filters are simply more efficient and better built. Because of this, they tend to last longer.

This means that, although a pleated filter costs more at the time of purchase, the cost of replacing the air filter is lower over time. On the other hand, non-pleated filters are made of fiberglass or some other electrostatic material, which is randomly woven together to create a barrier through which air passes. Not all air filters were created equal, and you should make sure you select the one that's most appropriate for your environment. While crease-free air filters may be cheap, they don't last as long and aren't as durable as pleated ones, but they're still an effective option for many homes. The biggest advantage of using non-pleated air filters is that they are more affordable and can still remove larger particles, such as dust and lint, that can get into the air. Air filters are especially important for homes in areas with high levels of allergens, pollutants, and odors.

If you are in an environment where there are smaller particles that pass through the air, then you should opt for pleated air filters. When it comes to selecting the right size for your home's air filter, it's as simple as looking at the current filter and finding the sizes and dimensions of the air filter on the label. If you have a deep ventilation system, then you can use a 2-inch filter instead of a 1-inch one. This will generally last longer since it has more fluid. The table below lists standard size 1, 2, and 4 inch deep air conditioning filters for your air conditioner, furnace, air conditioning, and atomic filters.

You can proactively clean your home's air and surfaces by adding a UV air purifier that creates supercharged particles and produces hydrogen peroxide or H2O spray. Select the size to see a collection of filters for that size, or select your brand and view the full collection of available whole-house oven filters.