Most people do not really think about the dust , especially when hiding in corners and under furniture . Until it begins to coat every crevice and surface in your home, you probably have a tendency to ignore it. After all , it's just dust, right?
However, dust is not only unattractive. The powder is actually a generic term to describe a wide variety of organic and inorganic particles that can accumulate in the house. Much has been made of shed human skin cells , so the most used rooms in the house tend to have most of the dust. Mites , which are microscopic living organisms that live outside of these skin cells - and dust in mattresses , bedding and sofas contain many skin cells , dust mites are .
Not only the skin cells and dust mites - dust can contain all kinds of compounds, some of which even considered toxic . It may contain things like pet dander , rodent waste , paint particles , pollen , bacteria , viruses , plants and insect parts, heavy metals or cigarette smoke and flame retardants .
When you walk or empty , these particles are stirred into the air, and all potential toxic chemicals and a number of other unpleasant elements. Residents of the house , then breathing these particles or absorbed through skin.
If there are small children or babies at home that creeps on the earth, they can ingest enough hands to lick the dust . Because their bodies are still developing , it means you also have an increased risk of health problems.
Allergies . Many people are allergic to dust mites . For about 20 million Americans , that symptoms such as red eyes , itchy and watery eyes , sneezing and / or runny nose , itchy nose , nasal congestion manifest . Although medications can help, it also comes with a number of side effects. You are much better to reduce your exposure to dust.
Asthma . Mites can even trigger an asthma attack . Derived bacteria in house dust are also known to trigger asthma. More exposure , especially during windy days or during cleaning, more likely to have an asthma attack .
Dermatitis . In some people, the inhalation of dust may cause flares of topic dermatitis and skin diseases such as eczema.
Interfere with brain development . If the dust in your home contains BED ( polycarbonate dauphine ethers ), which are flame retardants that are used to reduce the flammability of common household items such as furniture, textiles and carpet backing , which can potentially lead to toxic changes hormones and brain develop systems .
The best thing to do is limit the amount of dust in your home . Some of the most effective ways to accomplish this include:
Use an air cleaner with a HEAP filter. This can help remove allergens ( such as pollen or animal dander ) and snuff smoke in the air of your home.
If you have wall to wall carpet , tear it out and replace with wood floors or tile , if you can , because it is a major cause of excess dust in the home. You should also avoid fabrics for upholstered furniture . Use pillows and mattresses made of waterproof fabric armor that protects against dust and mites. Use wooden furniture , plastic, leather or vinyl that can be cleaned .
Damp- mop hard floors such as tile or wood once a day .
Dust and vacuum once or twice a week to remove the accumulation of allergens. Use a dry cloth for cleaning hard surfaces such as countertops , tables and other furniture.
Put airtight plastic mites pillows , mattresses and box springs.
Use cushions filled with polyester fiber , instead of feathers.
Wash bedding in hot water (above 130 F ) once a week. The water should be hot water to kill dust mites . Bed linen dry with hot air.
Dustsheet is not possible to completely eliminate dust, but following these tips, you can significantly reduce the health risks of dust in your home for you and your family can breathe!
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