Our blog covers indoor air and air quality
Our blog is a guide, a reference, and an information source all in one. Here you’ll find well-grounded knowledge, practical tips and current studies about air quality and a healthy indoor climate.
air-Q Radon: Your Smart Air Analyzer for Reliable Radon Measurements
Radon releases radioactive particles (so-called alpha radiation) as it decays. This is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers! Our new air-Q Radon monitor tracks the dangerous noble gas in real time, checks for other pollutant sources in your indoor spaces, and gives you tips for optimal room air. Here it is.
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Attention Allergy Sufferers: Secure Your Spot in Our Webinar!
When pollen flies in spring, allergy sufferers struggle to fall asleep. Besides grasses and the like, household dust and mites also prevent restful sleep. Together with Schlafnerds, we're pooling our knowledge in an informative webinar to tackle the mission: good sleep despite allergies!
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Formaldehyde (CH₂O): Definition, Causes & Effects
Formaldehyde occurs indoors as a gas and can be noticed by its typical smell. It forms during incomplete combustion and other oxidation processes. Since the gas is used, for example, in adhesives, it's very widespread indoors and enters the body through breathing. We introduce this substance in more detail.
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Health Hazard: Ultrafine Particulate Matter & Nanoparticles
Seasonally, particulate matter levels are currently rising due to the use of fireplaces and tiled stoves. Road traffic also contributes to rising particulate matter pollution. Another, often overlooked source of ultrafine particulate matter and nanoparticles are printers. Read here what health hazard these tiny particles pose and how to protect yourself.
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Household Toxins: What Substances Exist, How Dangerous Are They & How Can You Protect Yourself?
Indoor air can make you sick. That's because toxic substances, so-called household toxins, often float unnoticed within it. Take action before the effects become a chronic burden, and investigate the causes of initial complaints. We introduce you to the 8 most important household toxins, uncover pollutant sources, and reveal how to protect yourself from toxins.
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Can the air-Q's Readings Be Used in Court?
Bad smells strongly affect well-being and can harm health. You don't have to silently accept odor nuisance from your neighbors. We now clarify which smells are unreasonable, whether you can use the air-Q's measurement data in court, and what rights you have.
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Healthy Office Climate: What Should Workplace Air Quality Be Like?
When working calmly, you take about 12 to 15 breaths per minute. Up to 15 liters of air flow through your lungs in the process. A healthy office climate is therefore important for boosting employee well-being and productivity. Read here what office air should be like and which tips create a better office climate.
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How the air-Q Smart Widgets Work: A Step-by-Step Guide
With our air-Q Smart Widgets, you can display readings live across many channels and devices. This lets you show sensor data as a current reading, development chart, or index on info screens, websites, or in presentations. We now explain how this works and what use cases the Smart Widgets offer you.
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The air-Q Virus-Free Index: How to Tell If Your Room Air Is Making You Sick
Covid gave a boost to research into aerosols and air quality. Numerous studies show a link between carbon dioxide levels and infection risk. In our new app version, you get a Virus-Free Index that lets you recognize and reduce infection risk. Here's how it works.
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air-Q: Reliable Gas Alarm, Fire Alarm & Smoke Alarm in One Device
Do you cook with a gas stove or heat with natural gas or a fireplace? Then you should monitor your room air, since some gases are highly explosive. The air-Q air monitor can be used as a gas detector and fire detector. Read here how it works, which gases matter, and who the gas detector is recommended for.
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Our Test: Comparing Air Sensors & Air Quality Monitors
Air quality isn't visible, but it's measurable! Since poor air can lead to health complaints, air sensors make sense. But not all air sensors are the same. We compared a small, meaningful selection of monitors against the air-Q. We're not entirely neutral, but we back up the comparison results with facts.
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Fireplace – Enjoying the Warmth Safely & Securely
In the cold season, people love lighting up their fireplace. This year especially to save on heating costs and keep utility bills in check. Heating with wood does carry some risks, though, and can pollute the air you breathe. Read here what to watch for and how best to save energy with your fireplace.
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