How to Minimise Dust Mites and Allergens in the Bedroom
- Regular Cleaning: Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter to clean floors and fabrics. Wash bedding in hot water weekly to kill dust mites.
- Control Humidity: Maintain indoor humidity between 30-50% to inhibit dust mite survival.
- Hypoallergenic Bedding: Opt for bedding made from materials that do not easily harbor allergens. Regularly wash all bedding materials.
- Pet Restrictions: Keep pets out of the bedroom to reduce pet dander.
- Air Purification: Use air purifiers with HEPA filters to clean the air of allergens.
- Protective Covers: Use allergen-proof mattress and pillow covers to create a barrier against dust mites.
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