Cardboard Comparison
Why our metal-frame filters outperform disposable cardboard-frame filters in every category.
21% of most disposable filters is cardboard — that’s wasted material that adds resistance, strains your HVAC motor, and ultimately costs you more in energy and repairs.
Side-by-Side Comparison
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- Metal frame lasts a lifetime — purchase once
- Lower resistance (pressure drop) saves energy
- No cardboard to restrict airflow or strain the motor
- 99.88% Removal Efficiency — independently verified
- Made in the USA with highest quality PET filter cloth
- Recyclable metal frame — environmentally responsible
- Custom-sized to fit your exact opening
Disposable Cardboard Filters
- Cardboard frame accounts for up to 21% of filter structure
- Cardboard restricts airflow and strains HVAC motor
- Higher resistance increases energy consumption
- Must be replaced entirely — ongoing disposal cost
- Lower efficiency filter media in most brands
- Cardboard can absorb moisture and harbor mold
- One-size-fits-all — often poor fit with gaps
Performance Data
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