Take
a deep breath and get a load of this statistic. Over two million dust mites
inhabit the average double bed. Here are some Sneeze-Free
Do’s and Don’ts that will make you breathe a little
easier:
DO: Keep pets out of the bedroom. DON’T: Leave bedding and mattress uncovered.
Use hypoallergenic cases.
DO: Opt for leather, vinyl or plain wooden furniture; upholstery is a haven
for mites. Regularly wipe down these surfaces with cleaner. DON’T: Keep rooms humid. Use a dehumidifier and
an air purifier.
DO: Remove heavy drapes. Use window shades instead of blinds. They collect
less dust. DON’T: Keep books in the bedroom…they’re
dust magnets. Store them behind glass cabinet doors instead.
DO: Wash and dry 100% cotton linens on hottest setting. DON’T: Use down or wool bedding.
DO: Hang pictures on the wall vertically,
not horizontally. They’ll
collect less dust that way. DON’T: Grow flowers in the bedroom. Instead,
get one of these houseplants that can dramatically reduce toxins in the air:
