The wrong positioning can hinder the performance of even the best air purifiers. Whichever room you place your air purifier in, you need to make sure it’s facing the open space, with no immediate obstacles in sight. This is a necessity because your air purifier needs space to ‘breathe’; it needs to effectively suck the air in and then vent it out. If your air purifier is hidden behind the couch, it’s going to be stifled and won’t effectively clean the air. Should power outlets limit the reach of your air purifier, consider buying an extender — this optimum placement is essential to get the best performance.
If you’re thinking about buying an air purifier, bear in mind that this does mean it will be on open display in your room. You might want to opt for a design which is aesthetically pleasing or matches your décor as a consequence. For instance, you can replace the color of the exterior skirt on the Blueair Blue Pure 211+ Auto to suit your taste. Don’t buy a design that’s bigger than necessary for the same reason. If it’s only a small room, you don’t want a chunky design out in the open, taking up valuable space. While looks are important, don’t forget that performance always comes first, which is where our tests can help. There’s no point in buying an attractive air purifier if it makes little difference to the quality of the air.