Spring is in the Air. Literally
Spring is around the corner and so is allergy season. From grass to weeds and pollens, the hot weather is almost here, sending allergy levels through the roof. Fortunate, you’re sharper than these minute microbes, and following these easy do-it-yourself or DIY tips can help you keep your allergies at ease.
A house that is well-ventilated and non-leaking ductwork is the first defense against bringing pollen into your home.
Use a anti-pollen air filter for your home, a popular air purifier is High-efficiency particulate arrestance or HEPA. It works by forcing air through a fine mesh that traps harmful particles such as the well-known pollen, pet dander, dust mites and even cigarette smoke. These are small, portable units that may work for a single bedroom. A good idea will be buying a big enough air filter and placing it in the room you spend the most time in.
Make sure you keep your windows closed when pollen counts are at it’s highest: early in the morning hours, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., and in gusty conditions.
Remember that the particles suspended in the air are not the only ones in your home. It’s a known fact the rugs, beddings, and drapes collect the most dust and lint.
Another thing to keep in mind is to remember to remove clothing when coming from outdoors.
Clean up All the Clutter
Allergies like to hang out in cluttered spaces, under the bed, in the back of the dresser, next to the old vase on top of the counter top. Get rid of old magazines, the old clothes that you never seem to have time to throw away, and other miscellaneous items. Also, limit the things you bring into your home. Focus on the rooms you spend your time the most. But, don’t forget to clean the carefully at least once a week.
Freshen up the Rooms
Just like the old saying says, “where there’s water, there’s mold”, after all the hot showers all these years you bathroom will collect and dust and mold will grow.
Make sure you inspect the pipes for any leaks and if they need any repairs fix them right away. Don’t forget about the walls; make you clean them with a nontoxic cleaner.
A DIY wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t mention cleaning ventilation fans. Ventilation fans are one thing that many people forget to clean. Run the vans after a shower or bath for approximately 30 minutes.
Go around the house and check all pipes and fixtures for mold and buildup.
Lower Dust Buildup
Rugs, fabrics and curtains are well known dust collectors. Consider other material curtains besides cotton, high-pile carpeting and upholstered furniture in the bedrooms; all comfy accommodations for allergies.
Avoid long carpeting and if you are planning on buying new carpeting, make it short. Also, make it a routine to vacuum weekly with a cleaner that has a small-particle or HEPA filter for the best results.
Wise Section of Landscaping
Make a good selection for the landscape. We all have seen the yellow, sticky pollen that bees carry from plant to plant infrequently causes allergic reactions. The main cause of allergies is the thin particles that the wind blows away from trees.
The most popular trees that are known to cause allergies are male maple trees, birch and ash. Instead, go with low-allergy trees like dogwood, double-flowered cherry and the most common magnolia trees.
If you are not into trees and want to go smaller flowers go with Astilbe, impatiens, Scabiosa, and columbine.
Allergies are not fun, but these easy DIY tips from National Records Office you will overcome your hay fever once and for all.