Twenty percent of the US population suffers from
allergies. And our homes are one of the most common places where allergens can
ruin a good night’s rest or a day’s worth of family fun. Health Briefs TV
shares some tips to get rid of allergies in the home.
Bathrooms – Use a mold and mildew killing cleaner on all
hard surfaces such as shower floors and bathroom walls. Turn the ventilator fan
on every time someone uses the shower and leave it on for 15 minutes after getting
out of the shower to suck moisture from the air. Wipe the spaces around sinks
and toilets once a week to prevent mold buildup.
Living, family and other rooms – Get rid of plug-in air
fresheners which can emit VOCs and exasperate allergies. When dusting
furniture, use a spray that collects and hold the particles. Vacuum the
furniture to get rid of pet hair and dander.
Bedrooms – Wash bed linens in hot water and dry on hot once
a week to thoroughly wash out mites and other irritants. The Health Briefs TV show suggests purchasing allergy-proof pillow covers.
Other places – Search high and low for drips from pipes,
fridges and freezers and washers. Even a small drip can make a dry spot a moldy
spot in time.
Ban mold, mildew, dust mites and other irritants from the
home every day and week with these easy to do chores. No one wants to spend the
spring and summer months sneezing, wiping watery eyes or runny noses.
