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.

Woman standing at a window with her hand on the window handle, looking outside
Air quality 08/23/2024

When summer heat turns your home into a stuffy sauna, proper ventilation can work wonders. But how do you ventilate effectively without letting the heat into the house? With our tips, you'll ensure a pleasant climate even on hot days and specifically improve your indoor air.

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Restaurant with occupied tables and a waiter taking an order
Air quality 08/01/2024

Do you ventilate your home regularly to breathe good air? But what about public spaces like schools, offices, or bars? Belgium and France are using ventilation plans to improve indoor air quality and reduce the spread of disease. We take a look at what this regulation actually contains.

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AIRY plant pot with green plant in the background, air-Q air quality monitor and smartphone with the air-Q app open in the foreground
Air quality 07/22/2024

Good, healthy indoor air means keeping an eye on air quality and the pollutants present in the air. Air quality monitors like the air-⁠Q are ideal for this. After measuring the air comes purifying it. One effective and beautiful option is the AIRY air purification system. We introduce you to our new partner.

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Man in a protective mask checking building materials for asbestos
Air quality 07/19/2024

Asbestos is a dangerous substance once commonly used in building materials. If the micrometer-sized fibers are inhaled, serious health problems can result — including lung cancer and asbestosis. That makes monitoring air quality for asbestos particles important. The air-⁠Q's particulate matter sensor offers initial clues.

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Measure radon at home with air-Q
Air quality 07/04/2024

Radon, an invisible and odorless radioactive gas, is an often underestimated risk in our homes and workplaces. While many of us believe that danger only lurks in designated radon protection areas, reality shows a different picture: radon can occur anywhere and cause health problems.

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Open-plan office with several employees, above them graphics of scent clouds with the chemical formula of air pollutants
Air quality 06/28/2024

Air pollutants can affect concentration, performance, and well-being, and can even make you sick. That's why it's especially important to check air quality at the workplace. A room air analysis helps you do this. Read here how it works and which measures you should take to improve air quality.

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Woman with a pained expression holds her head, chemical formulas of pollutants are visible in the background
Air quality 06/24/2024

Environmental pollution and air pollutants don't just affect the planet through climate change, they also affect the body. A link between environmental changes, pollutants, and hormone balance can be observed. We take a look at the effects and give tips on how to protect yourself from these invisible dangers.

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Table with a folder labeled ASR A3.6 with two people in the background
Air quality 06/13/2024

Imagine feeling fresher, more focused, and more productive in your office. The foundation for this is good air quality. To ensure this, the ASR A3.6 directive sets clear standards. We explain what this occupational safety directive means and how, as a company, you can ensure that the air in your premises is optimal.

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Disasters affect air quality. How can air-Q help?
Air quality 05/30/2024

Sustained rain causes the water levels of the Moselle, Rhine, Oder, Danube, Elbe, or other rivers to rise well above average. Flooding threatens the surrounding areas. Natural disasters like floods bring, besides economic damage, significant effects on air quality. We take a look at some of the key effects.

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Benefits, drawbacks, and challenges of radon dosimeters and real-time radon measurement | air-Q
Air quality 05/15/2024

Radon is an invisible health risk: both in the workplace and in your own home. But how is the radioactive gas measured, and why is this so important? We take a look at the importance of radon measurement, the differences between active and passive measurement methods, and their pros and cons.

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Symptoms, treatment, and tips for asthma in spring | air-Q
Air quality 05/08/2024

Do you develop respiratory symptoms as soon as things start blooming in spring? Then you likely suffer from allergic asthma. Sports or other outdoor activities are usually only possible to a limited extent for people with asthma. We introduce seasonal asthma and preventive measures, and show how to ease symptoms.

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Man handing a woman a framed certificate
Air quality 05/06/2024

With a WELL certification, companies signal that they are taking measures for a healthy work environment. We introduce the certification and show why the air-⁠Q device plays a crucial role in it. Learn now how to improve well-being and productivity in your workplace.

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