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thin carbon-impregnated fabric filters wont cut it HEPA filters capture smoke particles down to 0.3 microns but do nothing for the gases and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) responsible for the smell and the health risk The Austin Air HealthMate carries 15 lbs of activated carbon the highest carbon capacity available in any mainstream consumer air purifier For active cigarette smoke control, you need 46 air changes per hour most buyers undersize by 3040% and wonder why the smell lingers Ionizer features (found in Winix and Coway units) can produce trace ozone the EPA recommends disabling them, which both units allow If youre dealing with cigarette smoke indoors, you need a different air purifier than everyone else and the best air purifier for cigarette smoke is almost never the one with the most impressive marketing

If you want inexpensive short-term solutions, try these tips: Use an air purifier in your home

Deodorize the Air Vents The ventilation system can trap and recirculate smoke smells: Spray an odor neutralizer (like Febreze or a specialized car deodorizer) into the air intake (usually near the windshield wipers) while the fan is running on high

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