See what’s causing dust buildup in your home and how to keep the dust away.
Key Takeaways
Is your home feeling dirtier than usual or are your allergies acting up?
Are you left wondering why your house is so dusty?
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Outside air can add to indoor dust in your home, too.
Poor Airflow
A buildup of dust in your home is often the result of poor airflow.
confirm yourHVAC systemis running properly and consider running ceiling fans to help air circulate.
Dust mites live in mattresses, pillows, and upholstery, says Cajigal.
Using allergy covers can prevent new dust mites from settling into these areas and irritatingthose with allergiesand asthma.
Shyam Joshi, M.D.
says that curtains are another common culprit.
Dirty Rugs and Carpeting
Carpeting can be another major source of dust in your home.
The fibers in the carpet are a haven for debris and other allergens.
Unbathed Pets
Then there are those sources of dust no one wants to come to terms with.
“Keeping them out of areas where dust typically accumulates can reduce dust levels.”
You also may want to consider bathing your furry friends or sending them to the groomer more frequently.
It also includes vacuuming andwashing bed sheetsregularly.
While this might sound daunting, you’re able to always space out these individual tasks.
However, they can decrease your exposure to dust and allergens.
Vacuum More Often
One easy solution to reduce dust is to vacuum more often.
If your vacuum has a dirt cup, it should be emptied after each use to maximize suction.
(If your vacuum is busted properly, consider purchasing anew vacuum.)
you’re able to even program it to clean daily.
Change HVAC Filters
Another way to get rid of dust is tochange the filtersin your HVAC system.
Look for air purifiers with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter.
Low humidity can boost dust levels in your home!
(All that dry air makes it easier for dust to spread.)
Aim to keep your home’s humidity between 40% and 50%.
Wipe Down Hard Surfaces
You may need to wipe down hard surfaces to eliminate dust more often.
Consider dusting right before vacuuming to avoid letting debris sit on your carpet or floors.
Avoid Rugs
As mentioned, carpeting can be a huge source of dust.
Use a doormat to trap dirt at the entrance, and be sure to clean that often, too.
Bathing and combing your pet regularlyideally outdoorswill help keep dust at bay.
2018;15(2):184.
Published 2018 Jan 23. doi:10.3390/ijerph15020184
