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VOG - I think I found a solution!
Sani:
This is not an ad nor do I have anything to do with this company. Just thought I would share. My sister gave me this air purifying CFL product she picked up on Oahu a couple of weeks ago because of my kid's allergies. I left it in the box for a week because I thought it wouldn't work. The light bulb is treated with something that makes it clean the air. Much to my surprise it works better than I could have hoped. I couldn't believe it. My son isn't coughing and my wife's eyes are not red any more. Does anyone know where I can get some more? I called the store on Oahu and they said they are back ordered with most of the orders going to the Big Island. Am I the last to know about this??? I guess there must be something to it. Anyway, the product is Wellnesslight Kids. If ANYONE knows where I can get it on the Big Island (Kona) let me know PLEASE. I don't have a credit card or I would buy it online. I could use a light for our bedroom. Mahalo, Sani
Kerry:
Here's the URL to the Wellness Light Kids web site http://wellnesslightkids.com/.
If I saw it in Wal-Mart I'd probably buy one bulb just because it's a full spectrum bulb, but, I have a hard time getting that the light would remove the VOC's from a roomful of air. I assume it works by drawing air up and around it causing a convection current, still the amount of air that would pass in its proximity can't be enough to remove a roomful of particulates.
I'll wait until there's some rave reviews. I'd like to know if it removes/transforms SO2.
Kerry
Update: I just discovered that a package of 2 bulbs cost $39.95 + tax and shipping Yikes!
Sani:
Mahalo Kerry! I'm not sure why I couldn't find it online? I did find it on amazon.com but I wasn't able to find the site when I searched for it. I would be willing to pay twice that price for something that actually works. I cannot stand the VOG anymore. Not sure how it works either, but it really, really made a difference in our family. Mahalo again for the assistance in finding this!!
Kerry:
You're welcome.
If you come across an explanation of how it works do let us know.
My three theories are:
1) Place the bulb (unshaded lamp) in the center of any room and some unknown type of photons (waves) zap the VOCs. But, what happens to the zapped VOCs is a mystery. Do they just transform into some element and fall to the floor as dust or what?
2) Place the bulb in a lamp that allows for vertical positioning of the bulb so as to optimize the convection heat current flow passing up around the bulb, thereby drawing air past the bub. But again, what happens to the VOCs/SO2 once they've been zapped?
3) That it's a con, and that any improvement is a manifestation of ones intention, much like a placebo. ;D
Kerry
Sani:
I spoke with someone yesterday at the company and they explained how it worked and sent me a couple video links and some info on the product/technology. I attached them on the bottom. I don't think it is possible with the positive reaction we all shared, however, I have to say as a constant pessimist myself, I LOVED your #3 option. I ordered two more boxes :) Mahalo again for your help.
links:
1. http://video.o2mediainc.com/videolib/2009/QRM/21749/index.html - Recent interview of Alison Lee, Project Manager for WellnessLight KIDS on TLC
2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQeECLTQsKY - Doctor and user's testimonial as well as animation
3. www.wellnesslightkids.com - website for the product
4. www.nanostargreen.com - corp website - details the technology
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