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O March, how much have we missed thee? The month where spring reappears, the flowers begin to bloom and the frigid temperature takes a back seat to sun, warmth and outdoor fun. We’re so excited for March that we can’t contain ourselves. However, no matter how excited we get (and trust me, we are) it is tempered because there is no one to share our excitement with—until now. We want you to be just as happy as we are for the arrival of March, so we got an extra special offer for you.

This weekend only from March 1, 2013- March 3, 2103, we are giving FREE continental and economy US shipping on all orders over $75! Excited yet? This is your moment to stock up on replacement water and air filters, water bottles for the spring, water pitchers for the kitchen and air purifiers for your home.

The shipping is on us so you can save money and be happy.

Remember, it’s free continental and economy US shipping on all orders over $75 starting today through March 3, 2013. If you live anywhere in the continental US (the mainland), you are eligible to receive this special weekend offer. Browse through our website and place your order while this exciting deal lasts.

Recently, we were tasked with finding a way to promote President’s Day, a uniquely American holiday that is celebrated on the third Monday in February. This was no small task. Should we post a video of us singing “Home of the Brave” (acapella version) or should we dress up like past US Presidents and use words that no one uses anymore like “fourscore” and “thus” (we’re looking at you, Abe Lincoln). Just when we were about to give up on the idea and “try again next year”, it hit us: Since this is the land of the free, why not just give our loyal customers FREE shipping on all orders over $75?

On February 18, 2013 only, we are giving FREE Economy Shipping on every order over $75 in the continental US. This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on replacement air and water filters, water bottles for the upcoming spring months, and humidifiers to survive the rest of the winter. The shipping is on us, so you won’t have to pay a dime.

Although the singing option was my personal favorite, you can’t beat FREE shipping for your favorite items. Remember, it’s FREE Economy Shipping on all orders over $75 in the continental US (mainland, excludes Alaska and Hawaii). Don’t let this one time offer pass without taking advantage of it. This President’s Day, we want you to be Consumer-in-Chief (get it?) so browse through our website and place your order while this offer lasts.

IMAGE CREDIT: chatham-il-chamber.com

Although the Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans are the most popular, they’re far from the only city that celebrates this occasion. Dozens of cities (including ten cities in Louisiana alone) have their own Mardi Gras festivities. These celebrations include wearing throw beads, decorative masks, festive costumes and much more. The traditional colors of green, gold and purple are also staples at every celebration. If you are planning on celebrating Mardi Gras this year, there are a few things you should have to truly make this celebration special.

Yum! Delicious, isn’t it? Pictured next to this delectable King Cake, a festive food that is usually consumed during Mardi Gras celebrations, is the Mavea Filter Pitcher. You may wonder why the the Mavea Elemaris XL Purple Water Filter Pitcher is sitting next to it. You’ll need some clean filtered water to wash that delicious King Cake down and this filtered pitcher is perfect for the job. Manufactured from BPA-free plastic, this Mavea Water Filter Pitcher has a distinct design that comes in this elegant purple European style finish. It also features a Smart Meter filter change indicator for your added convenience.

During a night on the town wearing your traditional Mardi Gras beads, you will inevitably get thirsty. It will be very tempting to reach for a drink or a soda, but none of those beverages will properly hydrate your body. We suggest the Vapur Green Reflex Bottle. This completely collapsible and extremely portable water bottle can fit anywhere, which means you don’t have to carry it around. Tuck it in your bag after you finish drinking and resume the festivities.

After the celebration has ended, and you have retired your Mardi Gras mask for the year, you may be tired. Too tired to get up the next morning for work and to function throughout the day. As a result, you’ll go for the coffee. You may be surprised to discover that you’re running low on coffee filters, or even worse, completely out. This is where the Mr. Coffee Permanent Coffee Filter comes in handy.  Stop using the wasteful paper coffee filters in favor of this reusable and permanent coffee filter. It easily cleans and is dishwasher safe, making it a viable option for your home. This coffee filter will probably outlast our coffee maker! How’s that for durability?

The term “Mardi Gras” is French for Fat Tuesday. On this day, observers eat fatty, richer foods before the Lent season. Have you celebrated Mardi Gras before? Share your memories with us in the comments below.

Did you know that cardiovascular disease claims the lives of nearly 500,000 American women each year? To raise awareness about this serious issue, the American Heart Association created the Go Red For Women social initiative in 2004. This program is designed to empower women to take charge of their heart health, as well as band together and collectively to wipe out heart disease.

Members of the Filtersfast.com family wore red on National Wear Red Day, to raise awareness about this deadly disease.

In addition, employees had the opportunity to write the names of someone (whether it was a family member or a friend) on a specially designed red heart that was displayed on the “Wall of Hearts”  in a common area of the company. Employees had the opportunity to list these names either an “In Honor Of” or “In Memory Of” heart.

Top Left to Bottom Right: Greg Shore, Steve Abraham, Manish Patel, Joan Ferrara, Jennifer Loomis-Beaver, Alex Hertzog, Hannah McCoy, Kym Moore, Dee Rubina, Gloria Riggle, Kory McNair, Steven Miller

At FiltersFast.com, we were excited to wear red on National Wear Red Day to show our support for the Go Red for Women initiative. Our hearts go out to anyone who lost a loved one while fighting this deadly disease. We encourage everyone to be proactive in monitoring the health of your heart everyday and come together as often as possible to fight cardiovascular disease.

Like many around the country, you are searching for the perfect romantic gift for your significant other. You could always buy roses or a box of chocolate, but how about a gift that truly shows your appreciation for them? We don’t sell candy, jewelry or top-of-the-line gadgets (shocker, I know), but we do offer romantic Valentine’s Day gifts that show how much you truly care about the health and wellness of your significant other.

When you think of romantic gifts, a humidifier does not come to mind (unless you’re me, of course), but a humidifier can be an important household item. For those dealing with congestion, sinus irritation and more, a humidifier makes a big difference. The Crane Pink Drop Shape Humidifier gives you relief from the aforementioned ailments, in a whisper quiet operation that can run up to 24 hours. This sleek humidifier looks great, and works even better.

Our loved ones have strange personality quirks, like weird habits or singing embarrassingly loud in public. No matter how different they may be, there is one important aspect you both share: the need for water to survive and function on this Earth. What better way to make sure they have easy access to this resource than a BPA free, stainless steel alternative to bottled water? The Klean Kanteen Red 18 oz. Bottle is transportable, dishwasher safe and 100% recyclable making this an ideal Valentine’s Day gift.

I admit that an air filter may not come across as the “sexiest” Valentine’s Day gift to get your loved one. However, when you look at the benefits of the Filtrete 6-pack Micro-Allergen Home Air Filter, it is easy to see why I’m recommending it. This 6-pack of filters reduces pollen, smoke, household dust and more. By cleaning the air your loved one(s) breathe; you’re helping to keep their health intact. What’s more important than seeing your loved one healthy and in good spirits?

Other great gift ideas include the Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Allergy Machine that gives your child the rest it deserves. Order now and receive a special GWP pre-filter with your order.

These are also great long distance relationship gifts. We’ll ship it directly to your far away lover on your behalf. I won’t be offended if you didn’t see any gifts that interest you. However, I will be offended if you don’t visit FiltersFast.com and browse through our complete selection of water pitchers, water bottles, humidifiers and air filters for more gift ideas. After you place your order and it is delivered safely into the hands of your loved one, you don’t have to tell him/her that your gift idea came from the filter geek. You can take all the credit for that, my friend. Just remember to look beyond the usual Valentine’s Day gifts, and go for the gift that shows how much you truly care about their well being.

Heart disease is the number one killer of women. To raise awareness for this concern, the American Heart Association along with the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute created National Wear Red Day. Every year on the first Friday in February, millions of women and men wear red to symbolize their commitance to fight this deadly disease.

One proven way to reduce the risk of heart disease is to drink more water. A six-year study published by the American Journal of Epidemiology found that those who drank more than five glasses of water a day were less likely to die from a heart attack than those who drank less than two glasses per day. The study conclusively proved that water plays a vital part in your heart health.

At FiltersFast.com, we take heart health seriously. With so much at stake, it is important to have access to clean water at all times. The following items will ensure that clean water is always within reach.

The Clear2GO Filtered Vanity Bottle provides you with heart healthy water by reducing 99.9% of waterborne contaminants and easily opens at the touch of a button. This filtered vanity bottle also includes a travel loop for on-the-go convenience, making it great to carry along during physical activities such as hiking and jogging.

The Katadyn Red Splash MyBottle is reliable, easy to operate and reduces unpleasant odors. Specially built for the outdoors, this water bottle gives you the benefit of having filtered water wherever you are. The Katadyn MyBottle meets the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for the removal of bacteria and other waterborne contaminants.

The Brita Grand Water Pitcher has a capacity to carry up to 10 cups of water. By reducing copper, chlorine and odor, you will have better tasting water in the comfort of your home. This Brita pitcher features a soft-grip handle for comfort and an electronic filter indicator for added convenience.

Water, in addition to regular physical activity, plays an important role in heart health. Be sure to be active whenever possible to reduce risks of heart disease in your own life. As part of our social responsibility, FiltersFast.com employees have chosen to wear red to symbolize our commitment to fight heart disease. We stand by anyone who has fought this battle and encourage everyone to take the steps necessary to reduce the risk of heart disease in your own life.

IMAGE CREDIT: goredforwomen.org

Super Bowl XLVII: Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers. Who ya got? Leading up to the big game, everyone is giving their predictions for who this year’s winner will be. Now, we want to hear from you by entering our “Predict The Final Score” Facebook Contest! Many entered and walked away empty handed last year, so let’s just say this is your moment at redemption! To enter the contest, follow these easy steps:

1. Post which team you predict will win Super Bowl XLVII and what the “exact” final score will be on our Facebook page.
2. The Super Bowl XLVII Score Prediction Contest begins Friday February 1, 2013 and ends at 6:00pm EST on Sunday February 3, 2012.
3. NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY to enter.
4. The “first” person who posts and predicts the exact final score of Super Bowl XLVII will receive a 3M Gym Bag with a complimentary 3M polo shirt. The winner will be announced on Monday February 4, 2013 on our Facebook page. The Facebook announcement will include the winner with instructions on how and when to claim your prize.
5. Only one entry per person
6. In the event that we do not have a winner who predicts the exact final score, we will choose a winner based on who comes the closest to the final score without going over.

All of you San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens fans, let’s hear from you. Even if your favorite team isn’t playing in the Super Bowl this year, feel free to get in on the action as well. We know some of you like trash talking, so we will allow it as much as you want. However, please refrain from inappropriate or offensive remarks. The big game is at 6:30 PM EST on CBS this year for those interested in watching. Remember, the winner receives a 3M carry bag, so enter your predictions today!

By the way, we’ve got the Baltimore Ravens by a score of 27-20. What about you?

When you buy the Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Allergy Machine from February 5, 2013- February 19, 2013, you will receive a FREE GWP (gift with purchase) of the Austin Air HM205 pre-filter. This GWP (a $22 value) will be shipped separately from your Austin Air Baby’s Breath Allergy Machine. This gift applies to the following models:

• Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Allergy Blue Air Purifier
• Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Allergy Pink Air Purifier

It is a natural instinct to keep your loved ones safe from harm, but unfortunately it’s the dangers we can’t see that can be detrimental to their health. Unseen dangers, such as airborne contaminants, cause allergy flare-ups for millions of young and old Americans. For babies or infants, dealing with asthma and allergies can be particularly troublesome. This is where the Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Air Purifier comes in.

A perfect choice to protect your loving child from allergies, the HM205 will provide a better night’s sleep and a cleaner environment for your baby to live in. If you don’t believe the Austin Air HM205 will have a considerable impact on your child’s health, consider the results of this study by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

“The study, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, monitored a group of 225 children over a 12 month period, to determine how the use of our air cleaners could help to reduce the number of unscheduled hospital visits. The results were clear, for the children using our air cleaners, the number of visits was reduced by a remarkable 18.5%. By improving the quality of air for our customers and specifically those with severe respiratory problems, we can help to alleviate many of the symptoms associated with diseases such as asthma.” -Michael Domon, Sales Manager at the Austin Group

The HM205 air purifier is the best option for baby allergy relief, asthma and other respiratory issues. Available at a lower price than you’ll find anywhere else, place your order for the Austin Air HM205 Baby’s Breath Allergy Machine between February 5, 2013- February 19, 2013 and receive a free pre-filter with your purchase.

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and what better time than to show your loved ones how much you care about their health and wellness. Giving the gift of clean indoor air to help your bundle of joy breathe better and rest easier is an ideal way to show how much you care.

According to recent reports, an estimated one in five Americans suffers from allergy or asthma symptoms. Allergies now rank 5th in the US in chronic diseases, and an estimated 8% of the US now suffers from asthma symptoms. Many believe this increase in asthma and allergy sufferers can be traced back to poor air quality. The triggers that cause asthma attacks and allergy flare ups, most often live in the air you breathe. Without realizing it, you are breathing in toxic airborne pollutants, which come from smoke, pet dander, inadequate ventilation and more.  If you or someone you know suffers from asthma or allergies, there are prevention options to choose from.

The Austin Air HM405 Allergy Machine is a proven option for the prevention of asthma and allergies. According to Michael Domon, Sales Manager at The Austin Group:

“When we took part in a medical study, we were confident the results would confirm what we at Austin have known for many years. The study, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, monitored a group of 225 children over a 12 month period, to determine how the use of our air cleaners could help to reduce the number of unscheduled hospital visits. The results were clear, for the children using our air cleaners, the number of visits was reduced by a remarkable 18.5%.”

These results were made possible by the air purifiers’ ability to ease asthma and allergy symptoms by reducing smoke, germs, allergens and more. The Austin Air Allergy Machine features a 3 speed control and cleans rooms up to 1,500 square feet.

Rated as Consumers Digest Best Buy, the IQAir HealthPro Plus Room Air Purifier System is the #1 home air purifier on the market. Used in hospitals and homes across the country, this home air purifier provides a healthier home environment for those dealing with severe asthma and allergies. Weighing 35 pounds for easy mobility, the IQAir reduces 99.97% of particles, contaminates and pollutants. The correct replacement filters are also available to ensure optimum performance levels are maintained.

Easy to operate and control, the Crane Digital Germ Defense Humidifier, provides relief from airborne allergens in the home. Offering the choice of cool or warm mist, the Crane Digital Germ Defense was recently featured in our Working Moms Review as an excellent prevention option for the allergy sufferer.

Many allergens can become trapped in your carpet causing flare-ups for millions of Americans, so regularly vacuum all carpets in your home with the correct filters, bags and belts for your vacuum cleaner.  Regularly replace air filters in your HVAC unit to improve the air quality in your home. Air purifiers will also help to reduce pet dander and other airborne particles.

A refrigerator is arguably the most important kitchen appliance, but its maintenance is often overlooked. Many are not aware of the simple steps to take in order to keep your refrigerator healthy and running at its optimum performance. Refrigerator maintenance begins with one word: filters. Refrigerator filters protect against harmful contaminants, bad odors and more. To keep your refrigerator healthy, there are 3 filters you should keep your eye on.

Refrigerator water filters reduce waterborne contaminants, providing a clean and healthy source of water for your family. If you have not changed your refrigerator water filter in the last six months, chances are it is time for it to be replaced. In many refrigerators, a filter indicator light will signal when it is time to change your filter. Simply follow the manufacturer’s directions on removing and replacing the filter, which can often be done in just a few minutes.

After the filter is changed, don’t forget to reset the filter button. Check your refrigerator model to see which refrigerator water filters are compatible for your brand and browse through our assortment of refrigerator water filters to keep a replacement on hand.

Refrigerator Air Filters are a key component for neutralizing odors and ensuring a fresh stream of air into your refrigerator. Like water filters, your refrigerator air filter should be changed every 6 months depending on usage. Always check your owner’s manual for changing your refrigerator air filter which varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.

If you do not currently use the Refrigerator Fresh Flow Refrigerator Air Filter, then you are missing out on a great way to take preventative action against odors and bacteria. Certified for use with many major brand refrigerators, the Fresh Flow filter will also keep your food fresher for a longer period of time. It is recommended you change the Fresh Flow air filter every six months for peak performance.

Also consider the Whirlpool Refrigerator Deodorizer and Freezer Deodorizer for odor protection and other great benefits. Remember to clean your refrigerator regularly to further minimize bacteria and to keep the food inside safe. While cleaning out your refrigerator, be sure it’s temperature is set between 35 and 38 degrees Fahrenheit. Anything higher and foods will begin to spoil.  If you are not sure how to check the temperature, refer to your owner’s manual. Properly sanitize your refrigerator by thoroughly wiping all surfaces on a regular basis, including any spills as they occur.