It may not be at the front of your mind but air filtration can be extremely beneficial to the comfort you feel in your own home. Stainless steel wire mesh can be quite effective at filtering out air pollutants. It’s also highly effective at removing dust, bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants from the air. Additionally, Woven wire metal mesh provides an excellent option for securing your house from pollen, fungi, molds, pests, and animal dander helping with allergies.

The large surface area of stainless steel mesh allows it to work more effectively than other types of filtration media on the market today. Clean air is possible with stainless steel air filtration thanks to Lawrence Sintered Metals’ top-quality wire mesh, made out of the finest stainless steel alloy.

Stainless Steel Wire Mesh is Effective in Filtering Air

Stainless steel wire mesh is an excellent choice for filtering air in both industrial and domestic environments. In high-stakes industrial settings, stainless steel is an optimal material due to its high melting point. Stainless steel also resists corrosion, making it ideal for use in environments that contain chemicals or moisture. Stainless steel is easy to install and clean, which makes it perfect for all sorts of applications where you need air filtration systems that are durable yet easy to maintain. 

It can be used to filter out large particles like sand or small particles such as pollen and mold spores. The stainless steel wire mesh filters are available in different sizes depending on your needs, so you can find just what you need for your space. Beyond specific filtration systems, you can use wire mesh to cover the most common entry points for allergens. It can seal windows, doors, vents, and chimneys without blocking the airflow. This helps keep yourself away and secure from pollens that cause seasonal allergies.

Wire Mesh in Common Household Filters

When you visit your local home improvement store you will usually be met with two different types of filter options, fiberglass filters and pleated filters. Both of these filters can be created with wire mesh backing, and both can meet your home’s air filtration needs. While fiberglass filters are cheaper, they often don’t last nearly as long as pleated filters. Pleated filters are made with synthetic fibers that are held in place by a wire mesh, and can last three times as long as fiberglass filters.

The Benefits of Stainless Steel Wire Mesh

Stainless steel wire mesh is a type of filtration material that can be used to filter out particles in the air. Both wire mesh and stainless steel offer their own benefits but together they offer advantages unlike any other material used for air filtration. Benefits of stainless steel wire mesh, as it pertains to air filtration, include:

• Easy to install and maintain – Stainless steel wire mesh filters are durable but also easy to maneuver. They can be easily installed and require little maintenance. The best way to take care of your wire mesh filters is to rinse them under water every few days or weekly if needed. If you can’t easily remove your filter from its location, a damp cloth will work just as well. 
• Corrosion resistance – Unlike other types like galvanized steel which will eventually start rusting away after being exposed outdoors for too long without proper care taken, stainless steel is extremely corrosion resistant. Both 304 and 316 stainless steel alloys offer tremendous corrosion resistance due to the higher chromium content found in the alloy. Stainless steel is a steel alloy that contains a minimum chromium content of 18%. The chromium reacts with the oxygen in the air and forms a protective layer that makes stainless steel highly resistant to corrosion and rust.
• Customization – Stainless steel wire mesh is not only a common material but an extremely customizable material. For many filters, it’s not one size fits all. Metal mesh can be manufactured to accommodate virtually any air filtration operation. There are several processes that can be applied to bend, cut, and otherwise alter metal mesh without altering the accuracy of the pore openings.

Lawrence Sintered Metals Can Help You Maintain Your Clear Air

If you’re looking for a way to improve your indoor air quality, then stainless steel wire mesh is an excellent choice. The large surface area of this material allows it to work more effectively than other types of filtration methods, and the stainless steel offers cleanability, durability, and customization. 

As allergy season rears its ugly head, new stainless steel wire mesh air filters could soon be in your future. Contact Lawrence Sintered Metals today for more information about our stainless steel wire mesh products and the many applications they can be used for.