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What makes Windmill purifiers different from other purifiers?

The Windmill Purifier is the first ever air purifier made with a real bamboo finish. It also comes in a sleek white or bold navy, so you can easily match your home aesthetic and vibe. Windmill's advanced laser-based air quality sensor and 3-in-1 True

What are the technical specs to the Air Purifier?

Why do I need a purifier?

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air can be 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air, making air purification an important step for maintaining cleaner air indoors. An air purifier can significantly improve indoor air qu

How does the Windmill purifier work?

Your room air is pulled through the back panel of the Windmill Purifier. The air then travels through three layers of filtration: (1) Pre-Filter (to help filter dust, mold, hair, and other large particulates), (2) Activated Carbon Filter (to help rem

What does the Windmill Air Purifier actually purify?

The middle layer of our 3-in-1 True HEPA Filter is activated carbon and helps to remove odors and smells. The Windmill Air Purifier is great at tackling smoke from wildfires and cigarettes. It’s equipped with a HEPA filter to capture tiny smoke parti

How fast can the Windmill purifier clean my air?

It all depends on the size of your room! See below (based on 260 CADR and 8 foot ceilings):Per 5 min        162.5 sq. ft.Per 12.4 min    403 sq. ft.Per 30 min       975 sq. ft.Per 60 min       1950 sq. ft.

Where should I place my purifier?

For the best results, put your air purifier in the room where you spend the most time, like your bedroom or living room. It’s ideal to place it in an open space, away from walls or furniture that could block airflow (we recommend at least 20 inches o

What special smart features does the Windmill purifier have?

With the Windmill Air app (Apple and Android), you can monitor your AQI/air quality in real-time, enable/disable child lock, set schedules and routines, enable/disable beeping, enable/disable display lights, and control all purifier functions (from a

Does air quality affect asthma and allergies?

Yes, poor air quality can make asthma and allergies worse. Airborne allergens like dust, pet dander, pollen, and mold can trigger symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, or difficulty breathing. Air purifiers help by removing these particles from the ai

What size room is the Windmill purifier best for?

You can use the Windmill Purifier for any space up to 1,950 sq. ft, and it depends on the time needed to clean. See below:Per 5 min        162.5 sq. ft.Per 12.4 min    403 sq. ft.Per 30 min       975 sq. ft.Per 60 min       1950 sq. ft.We are officia

Can I leave my air purifier on all the time?

Yes, in fact, that's what it was designed for! Most people choose to leave their purifiers running to clean consistently in the background (especially when your purifier is as quiet as ours!).

Does the Windmill purifier require a wifi connection to operate?

You do not need WiFi to use and control the air purifier (you can use the on-unit buttons). Though, the top-rated Windmill Air app is easy to use and unlocks additional features (child lock, schedules, PM2.5 tracking, and more!).

Is the Windmill purifier loud?

The Windmill Air Purifier starts at 16 dB (on Whisper sleep mode), making it one of the quietest available. As you go up in fan speed (and cleaning power), the noise increases accordingly.

What does laser precision refer to?

When we say our purifier uses "laser precision," it means that the built-in PM2.5 sensor uses a laser to accurately detect tiny particles in the air, like dust, pollen, and smoke, that are 2.5 microns or smaller. The laser beams shine through the air

What is CADR?

CADR stands for Clean Air Delivery Rate. It’s a number that tells you how quickly an air purifier can clean the air in a room. The higher the CADR, the faster it removes things like dust, pollen, and smoke from the air. Choosing the right CADR depend

What is AQI?

AQI stands for Air Quality Index. It’s a scale used to measure how clean or polluted the air is. The AQI ranges from 0 to 500, with lower numbers meaning the air is good, and higher numbers indicating unhealthy or hazardous air. It measures things li

Where can I find the Air Purifier manual?

Review the Windmill Air Purifier Owner's Manual below:.