MERV Rating
MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) rating measures how well an air filter captures particles from the air.
More About MERV Ratings
A higher MERV rating indicates increased filtration ability. However, filters with a high rating might restrict airflow causing increased strain on the sytem.
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