Do you have spring allergies?
Spring cleaning helps clear out the clutter and the air after a long, cold winter. However, many people suffer from allergies that become irritated in the spring. Not only does it affect how much time you can spend outside enjoying the weather, but it can also even cause misery inside your home. Try these methods for fighting off spring allergies.
Wear a Mask
Do your best to avoid inhaling allergy irritants while you clean by wearing a mask and gloves. The mask will help filter out those particles in the air that usually make it difficult to breathe and cause you to cough and sneeze. Gloves will also help you keep irritants away from your face by making sure that when you touch your skin with your hands, you won’t transfer any dust onto your skin or even into your eyes.
One Window at a Time
Window cleaning is a common chore at the start of spring. However, attempting to clean more than one window at a time can leave your home susceptible to pollen, mold, and other allergens entering your home from outside. Focus on cleaning one window at a time to avoid allowing allergens in. Open the window, clean it, and shut it right away.
Dry Clothes Inside
You may be tempted to take advantage of the mild weather and cool breeze but drying your clothes on the line outside will attract pollen and mold onto the fabric. If you have bad allergies in the spring, it would be better to stick to the dryer or even hang your clothes to dry inside.
No Dry Dusting
Dusting the surfaces in your home dry will allow the dust to fly around the room and get into the air. It will probably make your sneeze and cough as you’re wiping the surface. Remember to use a damp cloth or vinegar solution while you’re dusting. This helps trap the dust rather than spread it around the room.
Vacuum Choice
If you have a problem with allergies, you should invest in a vacuum that comes with a HEPA filter. HEPA filters are designed to keep dust inside the vacuum instead of allowing it to blow around the room. Complete seal technology is also a feature that some vacuums have to ensure that dust won’t blow around the room.
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