Award-winning recognition across air, sleep, and building products
At the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, we work closely with manufacturers who are committed to transparency, performance, and evidence-based product development. Whilst our certification is grounded in independent testing and clear criteria, it is always rewarding to see Certified products gain external recognition from respected media outlets and industry award programs.
Across air purification, sleep, and building product ( insulation and flooring) categories, several Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® partners have been recognised with prestigious industry and media awards in 2025. These recognitions highlight not only thoughtful design and innovation, but also the growing importance of independently validated performance, particularly for products used in everyday indoor environments.
Below, we are proud to celebrate our Certified partners and the awards they have earned this year.
Alen
Gold Winner, TITAN Innovation Awards for Alen BreatheSmart 35i
Alen was recognised with a Gold TITAN Innovation Award for its BreatheSmart 35i, a compact smart air purifier launched in November 2024. The TITAN Innovation Awards celebrate organisations and individuals who push boundaries through bold thinking, innovation, and impactful solutions across technology, design, and services.
The TITAN Innovation Award recognises the BreatheSmart 35i’s ability to balance performance, smart functionality, and accessibility, demonstrating how thoughtful engineering can support healthier indoor environments, whilst meeting our rigorous certification criteria.
SIJO
Shop TODAY Sleep Awards Winner for the AiryWeight™ Eucalyptus Sheet Set
SIJO was named a winner in the inaugural Shop TODAY Sleep Awards, with its AiryWeight™ Eucalyptus Sheet Set selected from a highly competitive field.
For the first-ever Sleep Awards, Shop TODAY editors turned their own bedrooms into testing environments, personally evaluating dozens of products to determine which truly support better sleep. From over 150 editor recommendations and hundreds of products considered, just 47 winners were selected. Products were assessed based on quality, features, value, and overall satisfaction, with expert input used to guide final selections.
Recognition from a consumer-facing platform like Shop TODAY highlights how Certified bedding products can resonate with both editors and everyday users seeking practical, performance-driven solutions.
Forbes Vetted Best Products Award for AiryWeight™ Eucalyptus Mattress Protector
SIJO also received a Forbes Vetted Best Products Award, with its AiryWeight™ Eucalyptus Mattress Protector named Best Mattress Protector Overall.
Forbes’ testing highlighted the protector’s cooling performance and soft feel, as well as its practical design, including a waterproof TPU backing that protects mattresses from spills while remaining machine washable. The product was also noted for being Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, reinforcing its suitability for people impacted by asthma and allergies.
Recognition from Forbes Vetted reflects the growing importance of verified performance in sleep products, particularly those positioned at the intersection of comfort and health.
Rabbit Air
Forbes Vetted Best Product Awards 2025
The Rabbit Air A3 was named Best Air Purifier Overall in the 2025 Forbes Vetted Best Product Awards, following an extensive review process conducted by Forbes Vetted’s editors, writers, consumer advocates, and industry experts. Products were assessed based on quality, value, ease of use, and warranty coverage.
As noted by Amanda Arnold, Senior Home and Kitchen Editor at Forbes Vetted, the A3 stood out “for its impressive system, whisper-quiet operation and modern design.” The recognition builds on Rabbit Air’s long-standing reputation for combining advanced filtration with sleek, user-focused design.
Newsweek Readers’ Choice Award
The A3 also received the Newsweek Readers’ Choice Award, where it was selected as one of the best air purifiers on the market. Winners were chosen through a two-stage process: nominations and evaluation by Newsweek’s featured panelists and contributors, followed by voting from readers to determine the best of the best.
This award reflects both expert insight and consumer confidence, highlighting the A3’s broad appeal across performance, usability, and design.
Motherhood Loves Community Awards
Further recognition came from the Motherhood Loves Community Awards, where the Rabbit Air A3 was selected as one of the favourite air purifiers of 2025.
Nominees for the Motherhood Loves Awards are carefully researched and selected by the editorial team before being voted on by the Motherhood Community. The A3 was recognised as a strong option for family homes and nurseries, particularly for parents seeking reliable air purification before welcoming a new baby, with added reassurance from its Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification.
Knauf
Industry Recognition for Performance+® Insulation and HVAC Solutions
Knauf has received significant industry recognition in 2025 for its Performance+® insulation portfolio, reflecting leadership in building materials that support indoor environmental quality.
NAHB Global Innovation Award – Construction Component Category
Knauf Insulation was awarded the NAHB Global Innovation Award for its Performance+® fiberglass insulation at the 2025 International Builders’ Show. The award was presented during the National Association of Home Builders’ prestigious National Sales and Marketing Awards gala, known as The Nationals.
The Global Innovation Award recognises the most advanced and original products and solutions from around the world that are shaping the future of construction. Performance+® insulation was recognised for raising the bar in fiberglass insulation by combining low-emission performance with occupant-focused considerations – proven by its Asthma & Allergy Friendly®certification.
Commenting on the award, Linda McGovern, VP of Marketing and Customer Experience at Knauf North America, noted that the recognition underscores Knauf’s commitment to supporting healthier indoor environments for both occupants and installers.
BUILDINGS Product Innovation Award 2025
Knauf also received a 2025 BUILDINGS Product Innovation Award for its Performance+® Duct Liner, an HVAC acoustical and thermal duct lining solution engineered to support indoor air quality, acoustics, and thermal control.
Performance+® Duct Liner is the only formaldehyde-free HVAC fiberglass duct liner in its category and features a durable airstream surface designed to resist dust and microbial growth. Judges praised the product’s response to long-standing concerns around traditional chemical use in building materials, highlighting the industry’s move toward lower-emission solutions.
Walls & Ceilings – Most Requested Products of 2025
In addition to its other 2025 honours, Knauf was also recognised by Walls & Ceilings as one of its Most Requested Products of 2025 for Performance+® EcoBatt Insulation, a distinction driven by strong interest and demand from contractors and industry professionals.
The Most Requested Products list highlights standout solutions that captured contractors’ attention throughout the year, reflecting products that combine performance, ease of installation, and alignment with evolving building priorities.
3M
The New York Times Wirecutter – Top Pick for HVAC Filters
The Filtrete™ MPR 1900 Filter was named a Top Pick by The New York Times Wirecutter, a highly respected consumer review outlet known for rigorous testing and editorial independence. Wirecutter’s recognition reflects strong performance in capturing airborne particles while maintaining airflow efficiency.
Bob Vila Tool of the Year Award
3M also received a Bob Vila Tool of the Year Award for the Filtrete™ Refillable MPR 1550 Filter, recognised in the Gadgets and Tech category.
Bob Vila’s Product Reviews team evaluates hundreds of home, garden, and DIY products annually, highlighting solutions that combine thoughtful design with practical innovation. The refillable filter system was recognised for reducing waste, extending filter life, and improving convenience for homeowners. The system 
uses durable frames designed to last for the life of an HVAC system, with replaceable filter inserts that can last up to 12 months.
Newsweek – New & Noteworthy: Products You Need to Try
The Filtrete™ Refillable Filter Kit was also featured in Newsweek’s New & Noteworthy: Products You Need to Try, spotlighting innovative products that improve everyday living through smart design and technology.
Tarkett
Architectural Record for Best Flooring Products of 2025
Tarkett was recognised by Architectural Record as one of its Best Flooring Products of 2025, with Tarkett Commercial’s Preserved Treasures collection selected for its performance, durability, and design quality.
Preserved Treasures is a durable flooring solution designed with long-term performance in mind, particularly for life-plan and senior living communities, where materials must balance resilience, aesthetics, and occupant wellbeing.
The collection includes Powerbond®, a hybrid carpet that is Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, supporting healthier indoor environments in spaces where vulnerable populations may spend extended periods of time.
Architectural Record’s Best Flooring Products awards highlight standout solutions that advance design and performance in the built environment. Recognition from a leading architectural publication clearly shows the role that independently certified, low-emission materials can play in supporting healthier indoor spaces across commercial and residential settings.
Celebrating Our Award-Winning Certified Partners
As we wrap up a hugely successful year, we are so proud to celebrate the achievements of Alen, SIJO, Rabbit Air, Knauf, 3M, and Tarkett whose Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products have been recognised across respected consumer, editorial, and industry award platforms.
These awards reflect the growing value placed on independently validated performance and thoughtful product design, particularly for products used in the indoor spaces where people live, work, and sleep.
We congratulate all of our award-winning partners and, as we look ahead to 2026, look forward to continuing to support manufacturers committed to transparency, performance, and evidence-based product development.