1.
On a weekly, basis clean all bedding, pillowcases, sheets, and
blankets at least. Terminate dust mites by washing bedding linen
in extremely hot water (a minimum of 130 Fahrenheit). If your
washer’s settings do not reach the appropriate temperature,
take bedding to a laundry-mat where the washers’ temperatures
are high.
2.
To minimize the lifecycle of dust mites in your home, replace
all carpeting with either hardwood or linoleum flooring. Because
carpets, rugs and other tossed goods represent comfortable living
for dust mites, elimination of dust mite habitats.
3.
If you are unable to replace your carpet with another alternative,
steam cleaning your carpet with tannic acid or benzyl benzoate
may remove the dust mite’s residue. However, application of
these chemicals may intensify allergies in certain individuals.
4.
Weekly, practice regular cleaning by dusting and vacuuming your
home. Remember to use a damp mop on hard floors with the proper
cleaning application because dry cloths will stir up dust mite
residue. Also clean sofas, drapes and window blinds.
5.
The best way to stop the growth of dust mites is by reducing
the humidity in your home. Try to lower it by 50 percent or
below. When dust mites are unable to absorb moisture from the
air, they shrivel and perish.
6.
If you have pets, keep them out of your bed and bedroom to avoid
your bedroom from becoming a breeding ground for dust mites.
Dust mites primary food source is are your pets' dead skin cells.
By keeping your pet out of your bedroom, you can reduce allergens
in your room.
7.
Allergy proof all bedding goods including: box springs, mattress,
and pillows. By placing these items in an allergy-proof cover,
it deprives dust mites of their primary food source, dead skin
cells. |
