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Article: A fresh approach: these tried-and-tested techniques for caring for upholstery, drapes, and bedding can reduce indoor allergens. (Special Advertising Section).(Advertisement)
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- Country Living
- Article date:
- May 1, 2003
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A way to improve your indoor air quality. Regularly cleaning bed linens, upholstery, and window treatments is paramount for reducing dust and odors. That's because allergens-which can be carried in the air together with dust-tend to settle onto furniture and floor surfaces. To make matters easier, some products can be sprayed directly onto fabrics to reduce airborne allergens and eliminate odors.
Begin in the bedroom. We spend at least eight hours a day here, so make reducing allergens in this room your top priority. First things first: you can limit your exposure to dust mites by encasing your mattress and pillows in zippered dust-proof covers, Wash all bed ...