There isn’t so much you can do to limit your allergy symptoms outdoors. But you can do a few things to prevent them from acting up inside your home. Unfortunately, the bedroom, one of your favorite places in the home, can cause your allergy symptoms. If your bedroom feels less cozy due to allergy triggers such as dust mites, mold, and other allergens, you may want to find the best ways to allergy-proof your bedroom. Below are a few tips.
Regular vacuuming
Use a vacuum cleaner with a filter to clean your carpets and hardwood floors at least twice a week. You can also have your area rugs cleaned at least once every month. It can be useful to shampoo your carpets every few months to prevent allergens from settling inside. However, you may need to vacuum your hard surface floors once a week unless you bring in a lot of dirt, have pets, or live in a dusty environment since dander, dust, and other allergens can get inside the spaces between the floorboards. You cannot afford to wait any longer if your bedroom sees a lot of activity.
Kick the dust mites out
Dust mites can cause allergy symptoms, irritate your skin, and cause other respiratory problems. Your bedding, in particular, is the ideal breeding habitat for them. For this reason, you want to regularly wash your bedding at least once a week. Likewise, you can invest in dust-mite-proof mattress covers and box springs. When choosing pillows and comforters, go for those made from synthetic materials instead of feathers. It is okay to use feathers for your less-used household items but not recommended for bedding.
Declutter your bedroom
Keep things simple to improve your breathing. Reduce the number of knickknacks and fabrics inside the bedroom. The fewer pieces of upholstery in a room, the better. Move books, periodicals, and ornamental things to a different room, so you don’t have to dust as frequently. It can be tempting to store your rarely used items under your bed, but this is something you want to avoid. Lastly, it is also best to keep your dirty clothes from your floors.
Don’t leave your windows open all day
One of the easiest and straightforward ways to prevent pollutants and allergens from entering your bedroom is to shut your windows. Moisture from variating humidity levels is not always good indoors since it creates an excellent environment for the growth of mold. Since it may not be ideal to always keep your windows shut, you can use light and breezy window treatments. However, regularly clean your frames and grass to prevent mold and bacteria that can trigger allergy symptoms or asthma. You can consider mold damage restoration services if your mold problem is extensive and poses more severe symptoms.
After a long day, you deserve a good night’s sleep. For this reason, you want to eliminate any elements that could deny you the rest you need. And the tips mentioned could hopefully help you achieve that.
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