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Product description

Nordic Pure MERV 12 Pleated AC Furnace Air Filters provide exceptional filtration for both home and commercial environments. Each time air passes through a Nordic Pure pleated furnace air filter, lint, dust, pollen, bacteria, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores, smoke particles, virus carriers, allergens and other contaminants are removed. MERV 12 furnace filters are comparable to HVAC filters with the rating of MPR 1500-1900 or FPR 9. While different companies use different scales to measure the air filter’s efficiency, Nordic Pure chose to follow the industry standard, MERV, as developed by ASHRAE (the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Engineers). No matter the name of the rating, the efficiency of all air filters is rated according to the same criteria as set forth by ASHRAE.  Nordic Pure furnace air conditioner filters are manufactured using a heavy duty, moisture resistant beverage board frame. As with all Nordic Pure furnace air conditioner filters, the material is electrostatically charged to attract unwanted particles. The media used will not promote the growth of bacteria or mold on the air filter and is better at trapping airborne particles than fiberglass filters. Our attention to the smallest of details results in a healthier living space. For fresh, clean air in your home and office, it is important to regularly change your AC filter, especially during home improvements. We recommend changing your HVAC furnace filter every 1-3 months, depending on your unique home or office environment. People with pets or those who suffer from allergies should change their A/C air filters more often. Replacing your air filter regularly not only improves indoor air quality, it helps your HVAC unit perform more efficiently.  Important Note: Almost all air condition filters have a different Actual Size (the exact dimensions) than Nominal Size (the name) printed on the air conditioning filter. It is best to measure the exact size of your A/C filter and compare it to our Actual Size to be sure your HVAC replacement filter fits!

From the Manufacturer

Nordic Pure 16x25x1 MERV 12 Pleated AC Furnace Air Filters: Actual Size: 15-1/2-Inch by 24-1/2-Inch by 3/4-Inch. Changing your air filter is the first step in insuring your HVAC system runs at its optimal level this season. Generally, you should change your 4-Inch air filters every 3 to 6 months. Particles in indoor air are measured in microns, which are 1/1000 of a millimeter. A human hair is about 100 microns wide. A MERV 12 Nordic Pure air filter captures airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns! Nordic Pure air filters do not kill germs, however, the filter media does not permit the growth of bacteria or mold. As a result, it is not necessary to add any potentially irritating chemicals to the air filter to kill germs. Nordic Pure air filters are made out of an electro statically-charged synthetic material that draws airborne particulates to it like a magnet. Electrostatic filters help trap airborne particles to protect your family from allergy causing pollen, fine dust, smoke particles, airborne plant spores, bacteria, and some viruses.

• Nominal Size: 16 x 25 x 1, Actual Size: 15 1/2 x 24 1/2 x 3/4 (15.5 x 24.5 x 0.75)
• Attracts indoor allergens, dust, pollen and other airborne contaminants.
• Hypoallergenic and antimicrobial pleated electrostatic filter material. Lead/Handling Time is 5
• Nordic Pure recommends changing 1” air filters every 30-90 days
• Made in the USA

User questions & answers

Question:	Will these filters work on older units
Answer:	THESE ARE JUST THE ROLLS WE HAVE KITS
Question:	How often do you change these filters? Monthly? 3 months? 6 months? Thank you
Answer:	R8
Question:	How can this filter be merv 14 and be only 1 inch thick? merv 14 filters out 75% particles that are 0.3 to 1.0 micrometers
Answer:	BEST APPLIED WITH GORILLA GLUE SPRAY OF HEAVY DUTY DOUBLE SIDED TAPE
Question:	is Merv8 the ideal rating to use
Answer:	WE HAVE PRECUT KITS FOR THESE
Question:	The instructions says the side with the labels marked faces in must be installed facing in mine does not have any labels foil side out
Answer:	I ordered August 10, and haven't installed yet....Must moved into 'new' house, with garage door on North side....no insulation. Wanted something to insulate as well as seal...I opened box and looked at product.....Only has R-value of '8'....but seams that it would be helpful in insulating and sealing for our purposes. Good luck!
Question:	What is the R-value of these panels? How thick are they
Answer:	R -8
Question:	How many rolls and what is the roll dimension? Description above differ from ans. provided here. Is the Kit (4) rolls, each 9ftx2ft
Answer:	yes wont affect use of door
Question:	My door is an old wooden door without the framing shown on many pictures of these type products. Will this work for me
Answer:	They were pre-cut....but not necessarily for all garage door installations. I did have to do some minor trimming....but minor....Worked GREAT!

Product features

Filters Pet Dander

Your favorite four-legged friend could be capable of triggering allergies and asthma attacks. Nordic Pure air filters help remove pet dander, also known as the shedding of skin cells, from furry or feathery animals such as cats, dogs, hamsters, and birds.

Choose Your Filtration Level

Our Pleated Plus Carbon air filters provide heavy-duty air odor fighting power. Heat, cooking, laundry and pets all add to the onslaught of odors that linger in homes. Our Carbon layer filters out odors as the air moves.

Removes Allergens

Nordic Pure air filters remove allergens such as pollen, mold and dust mites from the air in your home. These pollutants can cause miserable allergy symptoms like coughing, sneezing and watery eyes.

Recycled Frame

All of Nordic Pure’s air filters are framed using recycled beverage board paper, making them easier on the environment.

Product description

Aprilaire introduced the first evaporative humidifier for forced air furnace systems back in 1954. Since that time, Aprilaire continues to lead the industry in whole home humidification systems. Our evaporative humidifiers work by piping water into the distribution tray located at the top of the humidifier. The water is uniformly distributed across the width of the tray and through a scientifically designed system of outlets. It flows by gravity over the Water Panel evaporator. Dry, hot air from the HVAC system is moved through the moisture-laden Water Panel evaporator. Natural evaporation takes place, the water is turned to vapor, and the humidified air is circulated throughout your home. INCLUDED IN THE BOX: Installation instructions and template, humidifier with built-in bypass damper, 24 VAC transformer, automatic digital humidifier control with sensor, outdoor temperature sensor, saddle valve, solenoid valve, and Model # 10 Water Panel

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This humidifier was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the inventor of the whole home evaporative humidifier, and the leader in indoor air quality solutions
• FULL COVERAGE up to 3,000 square feet in tightly built homes with a capacity of 12 gallons per day
• AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER with dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it
• CONVENIENT DIGITAL CONTROL shows percent humidity, lights indicate humidifier is running, when to change the Water Panel, when service is needed, and Blower Activation switch sets humidifier to run continually, or only when the furnace runs
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma by minimizing the formation of bacteria and viruses, fungi, and dust mites. In addition, you’ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions
• Air flow capacity: 200.0 cubic_feet_per_minute

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it come with every thing need for a typical installation
Answer:	don't know the difference between the colors. I don't see any BPA sign on the product
Question:	I have a 2600 sqft home built in 1989, and am considering getting the Aprilaire 500 vs the 600. Is that a wise choice
Answer:	3L.
Question:	can the humidifier bypass duct be on either side ?? The pictures all show it "by passing" to the left - i need it to the right
Answer:	Yes, there's a dial on the front for adjusting the volume of mist.
Question:	How often do you have to buy new parts? Filters? Etc. And what do they run you each year
Answer:	You can set the volume of mist dispersed, yes.

Product features

Humidity for Health

Humidity of 35% - 45% is shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and allergies and asthma symptoms by minimizing the formation of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and dust mites.* It can also help prevent dry skin and premature wrinkles.**

*E.M. Sterling, “Criteria for Human Exposure to Humidity in Occupied Building,” ASHRAE Winter Meeting, 1985

**www.nia.nih.gov/health/skin-care-and-aging, content reviewed October 01, 2017

Humidity for Comfort

Whether your home is in a dry region of the country, or in an area with seasonal dryness, maintaining the right level of humidity can make all the difference in how comfortable you feel in your home.

Humidity for Preservation

Maintaining the proper humidity level can also help preserve wood floors, cabinetry, and furnishings, and anything else susceptible to warping, cracking, or other damage due to dry air or significant changes in humidity – including musical instruments.

Compact Design

Perfect for tight spaces

Automatic Humidifier

Dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it

Aprilaire 10 Replacement Water Panel

Designed to fit your Aprilaire Humidifier Model 500 perfectly (dimensions: 10" H x 9.75" L x 1.75" W), and to optimize the performance when changed once during the humidification season

Product description

You run a tight ship at home, from floor to ceiling and everywhere in between. Unfortunately, ordinary home non electrostatic air filters aren’t super effective at capturing unwanted particles. The good news: The unique design of the electrostatically charged Filtrate Basic Dust and Lint Air Filter attracts and traps more particles from your air through your heating and cooling system, making quality control a breeze. With each cycle through the filter, your indoor air becomes a little bit cleaner.

From the Manufacturer

The Filtrete Dust Reduction Filter attracts and captures household dust and is ideal for high-velocity equipment. For residential use only.

• Outperforms fiberglass, washable and non electrostatic 3 month pleated 1 inches air filters for your furnace, air conditioner, or HVAC system
• Exclusive Filtrate Brand 3 in 1 technology from 3M traps unwanted air particles, while letting cleaner air flow through
• Attracts and captures large particles such as lint, household dust, dust mite debris and mold spores
• Filtrate 300 MPR (Micro particle Performance Rating) equates to MERV 5
• For optimum performance, change your home air filter every 90 days or sooner
• For residential use only
• The higher the MPR, the more micro particles; such as pollen, pet dander, smoke, bacteria and viruses, your filter will capture from the air passing through it

User questions & answers

Question:	Why do mine come out black after a relatively short amount of time
Answer:	Hello - Particles can darken the filters. For example, burning candles can cause blackening of the filter. We would be happy to further discuss this with you, please connect with us directly at 1-800-388-3458 M-F 8am-5pm CT.
Question:	The product description lists 2 sizes- 14x24x1 in large font and 14x14x1 in small font. Which size will I receive? What are the actual dimensions
Answer:	I received 14x24x1, but they were tough to install
Question:	Are these UV resistant
Answer:	Thank you for asking. No. If you are having a UV light installed into your system the light should not be able to reach this filter. If you have a UV light already installed and it is near the filter intake, we do not recommend using Filtrete Filters.
Question:	What is the merv rating
Answer:	Thank you for asking. These filters are a MERV 5.

Product features

Filtrete Healthy Living Filters

Because every breath is important, Filtrete Healthy Living Air Filters proactively capture dust, bacteria, viruses and allergens from the air passing through your filter. Help create a cleaner, healthier, and fresher home environment by capturing unwanted particles from your household air.

Change your Filter. Keep the things you love.

Man’s best microscopic dander spreading friend.

Change your Filter. Keep the things you love.

A bright bouquet of pollen and allergen aggravation.

Change your Filter. Keep the things you love.

The soothing scent of soot and smoke particles to set the mood.

Change your Filter. Keep the things you love.

A cool breeze that carries dust and microscopic debris around your home.

Product description

Opt for a Filtrete Allergen Defense Air Filter to transform your central heating and cooling system into a whole-home air filtration operation. This no-nonsense filter helps capture varying sizes of particles, from the large (lint, pollen, dust and pet dander) to the microscopic (smoke and smog).

• Outperforms fiberglass, washable and non-electrostatic 3-month pleated 1" home air filters for your furnace, air conditioner, or HVAC system
• Exclusive Filtrete Brand 3-in-1 technology from 3M traps unwanted air particles, letting cleaner air flow through
• Filtrete 1000 MPR (Microparticle Performance Rating) equates to MERV 11
• 1000 and 1200 MPR also available in 4”, 4” slim fit and 5” air filters.Material: Synthetic
• For optimal performance, change your home air filter at least every 90 days for 1” filters, and at least every 12 months for 4” and 5” filters.
• For residential use only
• The higher the MPR, the more microparticles - such as pollen, pet dander, smoke, bacteria and viruses - your filter will capture from the air passing through it
• A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm or cool - wasting energy. Sign-up for a filter change reminder program that works for you!

User questions & answers

Question:	Where are they made
Answer:	When I had one of these I had to wash it with 409 and let it sit for about five minutes and then hit it with a shower head for pressure and it always came out beautifully
Question:	These came in an amazon box with no wrapping of any kind. Wouldn’t it be bad for a filter to not be protected from particles
Answer:	I have 2 5T units in house that uses this filter and after changing many various Mfr filters which all seemed to work comparably well and about the same in last 21+ years, never once did I ever think about counting pleats. All I ever counted was the price! Did I miss something?? Bill
Question:	Do these merv 11 filters have enough air flow for any furnace
Answer:	Yep
Question:	Does it a Space Guard
Answer:	The N95 masks are the equivalent to a MERV 16. Our MERV 13 filters are made with a 100% synthetic filter media with a wire backing glued in a cardboard frame. There are no harmful materials in the MERV 13 media itself. If you use the media it will not filter as small of a partical as the N95 but it help filter out 1.0–0.3 μm particle size. These filters can filter bacteria, droplet nuclei (sneeze), cooking oil, most smoke and insecticide dust, most face powder, and most paint pigments.