Keeping your Home Clean and Healthy

4/3/2013

Did you know that, in addition to pollutants like dust mites, pet dander, mold, dust and dirt, toxic gases in the air can adhere to your carpet? Plus your carpet can hold eight times its weight in toxin-filled dirt! This is a health concern for all of us. But for those sensitive to allergens, it can be an even bigger problem.

What can you do?
A good doormat is an easy, affordable way to keep toxins from entering your home. Taking your shoes off is also a good idea. Washing your pet’s feet after he’s been outside is advised, too. Additionally, vacuum at least twice a week. Check to be sure your vacuum is well sealed to reduce the chance of dirty air blowing back into your home. Finally, professionally steam clean your carpet at least once a year to not only keep the air in your home cleaner, but extend the life of your carpet.

Preventive solutions
If you are installing new carpet, the fumes associated with installation, or “out-gassing,” can also be harmful to your health. Often this is associated with the carpet underlay, or “padding.” Sometimes foam is used, and if it is petroleum based, it can “outgas,” or emit odors. Directly following installation, it’s important to let your home ventilate for 48 to 72 hours. Also, if possible, request the carpet be unrolled at the warehouse for 72 hours prior to installation for additional airing. Make sure to install the carpet with staples, not glue. For those extra sensitive to odors, get an air purifier. Any dust or toxins dislodged into the air from the carpet during use and vacuuming will be removed.

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6 Comments

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12/2/2020 07:07:43 am

Having good quality door mats is a good option for preventing carpets from dirt. For quality inspection and cleaning of carpets, you can consult professional carpet cleaners for doing their job.

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12/2/2020 07:11:25 am

Carpet Cleaning is too essential because dirty carpets may affect your family and pets. So, you need to do proper disinfection of carpets through hiring skilled carpet cleaners and make it safe for your family and pets.

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12/22/2020 07:07:29 am

You should keep all dust and allergens out of your house as they may cause breathing difficulties to you and your family. Mold is even more dangerous than dust as its particles are toxic. So, you should hire professional cleaning services for better results in cleaning..

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8/14/2022 09:39:34 pm

You made a great suggestion of getting your carpet steam cleaned at least once a year to help it stay clean. I can really see this being something that will make a huge difference since stains and other kinds of smears can really resist conventional ways of cleaning like scrubbing. I'll definitely look for a steam cleaning expert in the area right away so we can visit them at least once a year for our carpet maintenance.

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8/30/2022 06:54:56 am

I want to make sure that I keep my carpet clean. It makes sense that cleaning my underlay would be important. It might be a good idea for me to get a professional to help me out with this. They would be able to ensure that I put everything together properly.

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3/22/2023 10:11:37 pm

Home cleaning involves removing dirt, dust, and other contaminants. Keeping a clean and healthy home with the proper methods and supplies can reduce illness and improve quality of life. Amazing advice! I like all your tips and ideas. You can take help from professionals in order to keep your home clean and healthy.

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