What Does a Carbon Filter Do? [Benefits, Should You Buy One?]

If you’ve been looking for an air purifier recently, you might have encountered one with an activated carbon filter.

With so many filtration systems to choose from, I wouldn’t expect you to know what a carbon filter does because I didn’t.

When I first shopped for my air purifier, I had to Google every phrase and term to find out what my unit could do for me.

So, if you’re wondering what a carbon filter can do for you, you’re in the right place.

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Should You Use a Surge Protector With A Space Heater?

Growing up in a warmer climate, I never needed a space heater or any similar appliance to keep myself warm.

This was even the case during the winter when the temperatures were still high enough not to need heating in my childhood home.

Since moving up north a couple of years ago, the dramatic temperature difference practically forced me to buy a space heater.

My apartment was small, and I didn’t need to use central heating since it would cost me more.

And I can say with confidence that I don’t regret it one bit as the space heater is a compact and economical tool that can easily do the job when I’m at home.

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Why Do Space Heaters Trip Breakers?

If you live in a colder climate, space heaters are a common addition to your home. 

Unfortunately, they lead to something else that’s fairly common, something that prompts people to ask why do space heaters trip breakers.

Is your space heater constantly tripping a breaker or blowing a fuse?

There are several reasons why this could be happening. 

The following will take you through probable causes and what you can do to fix the problem.

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