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Pollen, dust, mold and other allergens are a real nightmare for allergy sufferers. However, remember that you can fight them effectively. Here are some good habits that help with allergies all year round.
Allergy sufferer’s house – regular cleaning of the whole house
When wiping dust from furniture, windowsill, use a damp microfiber cloth. Captures dust and prevents it from spreading. Consider purchasing a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter. It removes allergens from the floor and prevents them from being re-released into the air. Captures particles as small as 0,3 microns. This means that it is able to eliminate most allergens.
Also check: Can cleaning products be harmful to health?
Remember to mop up tiles, hard wood and linoleum. This way you will get rid of dust and food residues. Remember to clean your ceiling fans, blinds and curtains regularly.
Allergy home – avoiding mold spores
Reduce the humidity in the bathroom, kitchen and other places with a lot of water. Here are some effective ways to reduce mold:
• Do not take long showers and baths. Leave the door open after you leave the bathroom.
• Use a dehumidifier to reduce dust mites and mold.
• Use humidity monitors.
• Limit yourself to a few indoor plants.
• Repair all leaks and other causes of humidity.
• If you see mold on the surface, remove it immediately. Apply the appropriate formulation and wear a mask to protect against toxic fumes. Clean the surface every week to keep it from coming back.
Many sources of allergens, such as mold and dust mites, thrive in warm and humid environments.
By keeping the relative humidity below 50% and cooler, you can prevent them from growing and spreading around your home.
Allergy home – replacement of the air filter
Do you turn on the heating? Allergens such as dust and pet hair can be lurking in the airways, What can you do?
First, make sure the filters you already have are clean and in good condition. Check that the filters in air conditioners or the central heating system are working flawlessly. Experts recommend changing the air filter at least quarterly.
See also: What can cause allergies?
If you still have one, remember that you can always add them as standalone room units or in an HVAC system. When choosing an air purifier with a HEPA filter, make sure that its CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) is appropriate for the size of the room.
Allergy sufferer’s home – protection against animal dandruff
It is a popular allergen. If you are allergic, keep pets away from your bedroom. Close the door to the room before leaving the house. Then you do not have to worry that the pet will enter the bedroom in your absence. Remember to wash and change your pet’s favorite toys often.
Allergy sufferer’s home – no curtains
Roller blinds or shutters are less prone to allergens. You can also clean them more easily than curtains. However, if you don’t want to give them up, look for ones that you can wash in the washing machine.
Allergy sufferer’s house – linen change
Dust mites like to accumulate in pillows, mattresses, carpets and upholstered furniture. Therefore, put on the pillows and mattress anti-mite covers. This way you will minimize the amount of allergens. Also, remember to wash bed linen and pillowcases once a week at a temperature of at least 60 degrees Celsius.
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