The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program has introduced a new sub-category within its Air Cleaner Standard to include compact portable units for smaller rooms, helping consumers find products proven to reduce airborne allergens.
Benjamin Moore will showcase its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Eco Spec® paint at Greenbuild 2025, highlighting science-backed, low-VOC paint solutions that support better indoor air quality.
The air students breathe affects how they learn, focus, and feel. Improving indoor air quality in schools supports health, attendance, and academic success. Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products provide science-backed solutions for cleaner, healthier classrooms.
This article explores how Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products can help improve indoor air quality in the workplace and support ESG goals
Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month is a great time to focus on the air we breathe indoors. Learn simple, science-backed ways — from regular cleaning to choosing Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products — to create a cleaner, healthier home environment for everyone.
Bedding plays a bigger role in indoor air quality than many people realize. Dust mites, fabric treatments, and VOCs can all affect respiratory health. Learn how Certified bedding helps reduce allergen exposure and supports a cleaner, more comfortable sleep environment.
Certified HVAC filters play a key role in improving indoor air quality by capturing airborne allergens and maintaining airflow performance. Learn why independent certification matters.
Laundry detergents do more than clean clothes, they can influence the air you breathe. Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® detergents are independently tested to remove allergens and limit chemical emissions, supporting healthier indoor air quality and a more comfortable home environment.
Certified washing machines go beyond cleaning clothes, they reduce allergens and improve indoor air quality for everyone in the home. Learn how certification ensures proven performance.
During Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, we’re highlighting how Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® vacuum cleaners can make a measurable difference in the air we breathe. Independently tested for allergen removal, dust control, and filtration, these vacuums help create cleaner, healthier spaces for the whole family.
As part of IAQ Awareness Month, we’re exploring how flooring affects the air we breathe. Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® flooring helps reduce VOCs and allergens, supporting healthier indoor air quality and more comfortable living spaces for everyone.
Indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air, and it affects everything from health to cognitive performance. This Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, we’re unpacking the latest data on allergies, asthma, and air pollution, and highlighting how Certified products can make a measurable difference.
Paint plays a bigger role in indoor air quality than many realize. This article explores how VOC emissions affect health and why choosing Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified paints supports better indoor environments for everyone.
Certified insulation plays a hidden but important role in indoor air quality. Learn how Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® insulation helps reduce allergens, VOCs, and mold in your home.
Knauf’s entire range of Performance+® insulation products has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. Tested for VOCs, airborne fibers, and mold resistance, these Certified products support healthier indoor air in homes, schools, and workplaces — reinforcing Knauf’s commitment to innovation and science-backed building solutions.
This October IAQ Awareness Month, learn how portable air cleaners can significantly improve indoor air quality by reducing allergens and pollutants, and why choosing a scientifically validated device is crucial for maintaining a healthier living space
October is Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of the air we breathe indoors. Join us as we share articles, resources, and Certified solutions to help create healthier spaces where science meets everyday living.
September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that emergencies can strike without warning. For people with asthma and allergies, protecting indoor air quality is a critical piece of preparedness. Learn how Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified products—from air purifiers to HVAC filters and dehumidifiers—help families, schools, and workplaces build resilience before, during, and after disasters.
The next generation of Benjamin Moore’s Eco Spec® paint has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. Tested for low VOC emissions and reduced sensitizing chemicals, Eco Spec® gives consumers a trusted choice for healthier homes and commercial spaces.
Older adults spend up to 90% of their time indoors, making indoor air quality a critical factor in senior living environments. This article explores how Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products — from flooring and paint to bedding and detergents — support healthier spaces through evidence-based and human-conscious design.
AAFA’s 2025 Asthma Capitals™ report recognizes Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified partners for making a difference beyond products, from wildfire relief to school and hospital support. Collaboration is key to healthier communities.
AAFA’s 2025 Asthma Capitals™ report identifies the most challenging U.S. cities for people with asthma. As AAFA’s partner, we support this critical research and its call to action for awareness and advocacy.
At The Clean Show 2025, Renegade Brands showcased its expanding line of Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified detergents. Pure Pro, designed for healthcare and commercial use, became the first detergent of its kind to achieve certification, reflecting the program’s role in supporting healthier indoor environments.
Renegade Brands’ Sweat-X Sport Free & Clear and Pro-Clean Pure Pro detergents are Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, ensuring effective cleaning with reduced allergen and chemical triggers. From family laundry to senior care facilities, certification gives confidence that products support healthier living and sensitive environments, reinforcing the link between trusted cleaning and better indoor air quality.
Kleenex® donated Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified air filters to Breathe Southern California, supporting underserved communities impacted by asthma, allergies, and wildfire smoke.
Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® cleaning products go beyond surface cleaning — from detergents and vacuums to HVAC filters and air purifiers — to help create a healthier indoor environment.
Knauf North America partnered with the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program to certify its entire insulation portfolio. Independent testing confirmed extremely low dust, VOCs, and absence of added harmful chemicals—helping homeowners, schools, and workplaces create healthier indoor spaces.
What’s behind the CERTIFIED Asthma & Allergy Friendly® mark? More than just a label, it represents a science-based approach to healthier indoor air. Learn how the Certification Program supports product innovation, health equity, and better choices for homes, schools, and workplaces.
At ASHRAE 2025, Knauf North America and the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program co-hosted a high-profile IAQ event in Phoenix. Featuring leading experts in building science and health, the event showcased certified materials, smart design, and the role of science in creating healthier indoor environments.
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program was proud to support the Chicago Asthma Consortium’s recent Community Health Worker Educational Forum, where over 100 health workers came together to advance asthma education and outreach.
Updates are in! This Prime Day invest wisely and consider products scientifically tested to reduce allergens and improve indoor air quality. Discover all the exclusive deals on Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® air filters, bedding, purifiers, and more.
This Prime Day, go beyond the bargain and invest in products scientifically tested to reduce allergens and improve indoor air quality. Discover exclusive deals on Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® air filters, bedding, purifiers, and more.
On June 27, the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program will join the Chicago Asthma Consortium for a powerful community forum supporting local health workers. With educational resources, Certified product samples, and spot prizes donated by partners, the event empowers those on the frontlines of asthma care in underserved communities.
In a dynamic strategy session hosted by Fungi Media, the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program joined Certified partner Knauf North America and agency collaborators Tell Your Story and Legacy Marketing to explore how strategic storytelling can amplify the impact of Certified insulation products. From innovation workshops to campaign planning, the meeting focused on expanding the Certification Program’s reach and driving healthier indoor air messaging across channels.
From Certified product launches to educational video series, the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program marked Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month with real-world impact, bringing clarity to healthy indoor choices and confidence to consumers.
As we mark Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, it's time to rethink how we support health at work. Indoor air quality (IAQ) plays a vital role in employee well-being, affecting everything from respiratory health to cognitive performance. This article explores how Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products can help improve IAQ, reduce absenteeism, and support more productive, inclusive workplaces.