Washable Electrostatic HVAC Furnace Air Filter, Lasts a Lifetime, 6 Stage Permanent Air Filter, Healthier Home or Office, Made in The USA - Increases Airflow (14x20x1)

Finally decided to try one of these filters. With 5 dogs in and out once a day, at least, the Merv 12-14, etc. only last three weeks. Forget three months. Patio doors w/doggie door is almost right across the den from the air return. Asthma attacks were my sign the filter needed changing. This brand, Trophy, was the 2nd one I purchased. The first ended up just too big (I wedged it and was able to cover the opening), Air flow was one way like standard filters & it didn’t really do much. My allergies were messy and the dirt and dander were visible within days. I washed it weekly for several weeks because it was covered with fur on the bottom layer and topped with dirt and dander.I searched again and after reading Trophy’s description of their filters I ordered my size of 24x24x1.This filter works very very well. As well or better than the Mervs I was spending piles of money on year round. It fits PERFECTLY. It is thicker, heavier, stronger and more structurally sound than the other. So far I have cleaned it twice. My asthma kicked in at around 3 weeks so I took a look and could see matter starting to collect on the outer-most layer. Time to clean. It was easy to clean, but not too easy. If you don’t have a very strong hand held sprayer in the shower you will need a good amount of pressure outside using your water hose. This filter has layers that work. It took several hours to dry in the sun and it was so nice not having to worry ifI installed it with the correct side in. This one goes either way. And when I thought about that, it makes sense. How the other filter only had one correct airflow direction was odd if it worked the way they said it should.This Trophy filter is exactly what I was looking for and does exactly what they say it will do. And if anyone is wondering, I am NOT a paid reviewer for anything, ever. No discounts before or after, ever. I was looking for a washable filter on Amazon and this is the second brand I tried. I’m beyond happy with this purchase and will be getting my parents one now.

We just had the HVAC serviced for spring/summer, and of course the technician did his job well. He mentioned that the manufacturer of the HVAC has come out with an electrostatic air filter, but the cost was too much money for us. I checked on Amazon for the price of electrostatic air filters and found that they are much more affordable. There are several brands out there, but the reviews for the Trophy brand air filter were better than a few of the others. These electrostatic air filters do a better job of capturing dust, allergens and pet dander better than the paper type, really good for anyone who suffers from allergies. The filter is sturdy and slides in nicely without getting caught on the track. I bought two so that when it's time to wash the filter, we can put the other in without having to wait for the filter to dry.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I chose this product because I needed to replace my old filter. It was exactly the right size and fit for my Trane hvac unit. Price was reasonable and once installed it made an immediate improvement in my unit’s performance.

The Washable Electrostatic HVAC Furnace Air Filter is a solid investment if you're looking to save money on replacements and help reduce your household's environmental footprint. The idea of a filter that lasts a lifetime and can be washed and reused is a big plus, and it does save money in the long run compared to constantly buying disposable filters. The six-stage filtration process seems to do a good job. It is sturdy and fits perfectly into the 20x20 area. It's thickness is about the same as a disposable filter.However, one thing to keep in mind is that after cleaning the filter, you do have to wait for it to dry thoroughly before reinserting it into your HVAC system. If it's not fully dry, dust and debris can stick to it, which could reduce its effectiveness. It’s a bit of a hassle, but not a dealbreaker as long as you plan ahead.As for dust collection, that’s really the key to how well this filter performs. It does an impressive job of trapping particles and preventing dust buildup in my home, but I was curious to see how much it would actually catch over time. After several cleanings, it seems to be doing its job. Just be patient with the drying process, and you’ll get solid results.Overall, I’m happy with the filter. It's a great value for the money, and the fact that it’s washable makes it a long-term solution for cleaner air and fewer trips to the store for replacements. Just make sure you allow enough time for it to dry properly after cleaning!

I had two washable filters already, which I alternated between. One of them was a metal mesh filter and the otehr was some other material like a mat of woven plastic fibres, resembling a large flat synthetic exfoliator or something.That other filter worked, but it was a pain to clean. It'd get all waterlogged and try to fall out of its frame, and took forever to dry.So I bought this to replace the non-metal one, thinking it was the same thing as the metal one. Turns out I like this one a LOT better than the metal one I already had.It's n terms of durability, it's about the same. WAY better than the one it was meant to replace. It's got more layers/stages of filtration than my older metal one, which means it's able to clean more dust out of the air. As a nice bonus, there's no need to check each time to ensure the direction is correct; it works either way.I had a minor issue with it at first, but I contacted the seller via the email address listed on a sticker, and they rectified it quickly, with no hassle at all.It is a bit on pricey side, but after having seen the quality, it's totally worth it IMHO.