Abstract: A apparatus for controlling air-borne particles at a manicure work station for controlling fumes and air-borne particles associated with manicures. The apparatus for controlling air-borne particles at a manicure work station includes a platform. The platform has a top surface. The platform has a lumen therein. The platform has a plurality of apertures extending into the lumen from the top surface. A housing has a top wall, a front wall, a back wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. The housing is integrally coupled to the surface of the platform. The apertures are positioned in the housing, and the top wall is substantially transparent. A first opening is in the housing. The first in opening is in the front wall. A second opening is also in the housing. The second opening located is in the back wall. A blower means circulates air. The blower means has an intake duct and an exit duct. The blower means is mounted to the top surface of the platform.