1. Wash curtains more often
And other home textiles: sofa cushion covers, tablecloths, bedspreads – they also accumulate a lot of dust. If you have blinds or roller blinds, they also need to be given attention: dust off or vacuum, and also wipe with a damp cloth.
2. Be aware of ceilings
Small polluting particles also accumulate on them, and then settle on shelves, carpets and window sills. Once every two weeks, go over the ceiling with a vacuum cleaner or a damp mop, if the coating allows, and there will be less dust.
3. Take care of pets
Their fur collects a lot of dust and small debris, and it all ends up scattered around the house. Therefore, it is important to regularly brush your pet and bathe it as often as recommended by veterinarians.
4. Keep windows closed
A lot of dust enters the house from the street. So it’s worth opening windows only for ventilation, at least on windy days, and using mosquito nets that trap some of the dirt. Especially if you live next to a road or construction site.
5. Reconsider your attitude towards carpets
Carpets, especially those made from natural wool, look wonderful and make the home more comfortable. But if thorough disinfection is not carried out regularly, their pile will can settle bacteria, mites, fungus. And of course, dust accumulates in carpets, a lot of dust. If you have carpet all over your floor, you might want to consider replacing it with laminate, parquet or tile – and it will take significantly less time to clean.
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6. Pay attention to pillows
Even if you change your pillowcases regularly, a lot of dust still gets inside the pillow, which you enjoy eat dust mites. It is recommended to wash pillows and blankets from time to time, as well as dry-clean soft furnishings. And in general, it is worth considering that leather furniture collects much less dust and does not require as much care as furniture with textile upholstery.
7. Give preference to closed cabinets
Open shelves, especially if they are filled with framed photographs, souvenirs and other small items, always accumulate a lot of dust. Some of these racks can be replaced with closed cabinets – and cleaning will become less frequent.
8. Get a humidifier
It helps cope with static electricity, prevents dust from flying throughout the room and settling on surfaces. For good results need to Aim to keep your home’s humidity levels between 30 and 50%.
9. Try an air purifier
As a rule, a home purifier is something like a stationary vacuum cleaner that draws in air, forces it through filters and cleans it of dust, lint, and animal hair. Moreover, it does this quite effectively – on HEPA filters, which are mainly used in air purifiers, delayed up to 99% fine particles.
10. Place a rug at the front door
It traps dirt that gets into the apartment on shoes. It is worth taking a closer look not at fluffy options, which themselves turn into a breeding ground for dust and germs, but, for example, at rubber mats with cells that are easy to wash.
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