2006-12-28 02:32:10 · 9 answers · asked by goooirish 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I have bad allergies and here's what I was advised:
1. Get the best possible filter for your furnace/air conditioners. Filtrete is the best in most cases.
2. Keep the windows closed.
3. Vacuum 2-3 times a week with a bagless, HEPA-equipped vacuum. Clean the trap after every vacuuming and wash the filters with water once a month.
4. Dust the furniture with a slightly damp cloth, not a "duster" that just puts the dust back in the air.
5. Avoid pets like cats or dogs that can put more dander in the air.
6. Avoid houseplants which have potting soil that includes molds and other fungi.
Now - having said all that, do I follow all those rules? Nope. But I do have good filters, a good vacuum, and I try to keep the dog clean.
2006-12-28 02:42:25 · answer #1 · answered by itsnotarealname 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In addition to all the great suggestions so far one that most people are not aware of is that a large portion of household dust is clothing fibers. Avoid fluffy sweaters. Keep the lint trap on your dryer spotless so that every spec of lint that can go outside WILL go outside. When our dryer is done I clan the lint trap and run it for another 5 minutes just to make sure everything is gone. Also, don't leave piles of clothes laying around, they are dust magnets. Fold the clean clothes and put them away as soon as they are dry.
One more thing, don't burn candles, scented or otherwise. They put off soot which is really rough on someone with allergies.
2006-12-28 13:12:47 · answer #2 · answered by Willie_the_weasel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our new air purifier has significantly cut down on dust in our house. It also keeps the air feeling cool and fresh which has reduced the need to open the windows. I suggest getting one!
We got one from costco.. not too expensive.
2006-12-28 13:01:00 · answer #3 · answered by parents of Bre 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like the second guys answer, and also I saw these things at Home Depot that you attach to the top of your ceiling fan blades and they act as filters as well to catch extra dust as it spins.
2006-12-28 11:00:16 · answer #4 · answered by chickadee_ajm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change A/C return air filters at least once a month, and spend more than 59 cents on them to catch lots of dust.
Reduce carpeted and upholstered surfaces, even dithing curtains.
2006-12-28 11:03:48 · answer #5 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dust on the weekend...dont smoke in the house, dont light insence in your home
2006-12-28 10:50:04 · answer #6 · answered by Simple1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they say house hold dust is primarily human skin cells and other minute things, so exfolliate
2006-12-28 10:36:08 · answer #7 · answered by joe citizen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get rid of carpets and go with tile or hardwood floors.
2006-12-28 11:54:26 · answer #8 · answered by NY1Krr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use lotion on your skin , and vaccuum.
2006-12-28 11:01:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋