No home is ever entirely dust free, but for allergy sufferers, even a little dust is too much. Help to significantly reduce dust in your home with the following tips:
Shoes, and dirt, should stop at the door
This is a simple and highly effective way of stopping dust and a lot of other dirt and grime at the door; simply take all outdoor shoes off before coming inside, and make sure the rule applies to guests, too! Having sturdy (but shakable) mats at each entrance for shoes and boots to be wiped on will also help any dirt from inadvertently be tracked inside.
Change HVAC filters often
While manufacturers advise that this be done at least every 3 months, the more often you can change them, the better it will be for reducing dust in your home. Filters don’t have to cost the Earth and can be replaced every 30 days.
Clean air ducts
Try to keep all vents and ducts as clean as possible, and you should see a reduction in dust and grime particles.
Get professional help
Professional cleaners have myriad hygienic, dust-busting tips up their sleeves, and when you have them come in regularly enough, they can help you to significantly reduce dust levels in your home.
Pay attention to your bed and bedding
Mattresses are havens for dust mites, but vacuuming it regularly can help to prevent them from setting up home in it for too long. You should also launder your bedding frequently, and wherever possible, wash pillows and comforters at least every six months to keep dust to a minimum.
Vacuum verily!
Vacuums suck the dust up instead of transmitting it everywhere, and when you use it often enough (especially in high-traffic areas), it can be a great ally in the war against dust and dirt.
Ditch the feather duster
Microfiber cloths are much better than feather dusters for picking up the dust instead of sending it flying all over the home; dampen it slightly for even more effective results. While vacuum cleaners are even better, and with the right attachments, can be used to pick up dust from almost every conceivable surface and area.
Dryer sheets are also a great cleaning tool, and can be used to pick up dust from hard surfaces and prevent it from returning as quickly.
Dust will always be a problem, but minimizing it by using the right cleaning tools, or having a professional cleaner come in and eliminate it efficiently for you, can help to keep allergy sufferers happier and clean freaks even happier!
