The accumulation of dust in the home can be a frustrating and perplexing problem. The persistence of dust, despite regular cleaning efforts can feel like an endless battle. This common household problem has many causes, including indoor air quality and cleaning methods, as well as the materials that our homes are constructed from. This article will explain why your home might be dustier than usual and what you can do to make it less so.
Why your house is dusty and how to fix it
This article will teach you:
Using an air purifier to improve the indoor air quality.
A humidifier that can help prevent dust accumulation.
Why Your House is So Dusty – And What To Do!
1. You are not using the correct air filter.
Finding the right air filter
I wondered why my house always seemed to be so dusty despite the fact that I cleaned it regularly. A HVAC specialist told me that I had the wrong air filter installed in my house. The difference in my home was amazing when I switched from a standard air filter to a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate) filter. It not only reduced the dust in my house, but also improved the air quality. To maintain a dust-free and clean environment, I replace the filter at least every three months.
The cleanliness of my house has improved significantly since I realized the importance of the correct air filter.
Air filters are the cornerstone to maintaining a dust free home. Standard filters may catch larger particles but are often insufficient for finer dust which can cause air quality problems and settle on surfaces. By choosing a HEPA filter, you can reduce the amount dust in your home. HEPA filters can capture dust particles as small 0.3 microns. They are an important tool for fighting dust.
Insider tip: If you live in an area with high levels of pollen or have pets, it is recommended that your HVAC filter be changed every three months.
2. You don’t use an air purifier.
Air purifiers are another important tool in your quest to have a dust free home. These devices are designed to complement the HVAC system filter, removing dust and other airborne particles that escape from it. Air purifiers placed in areas with high traffic or in rooms where dust tends to collect can have a significant impact on dust levels.
Insider tip: Choose air purifiers that have HEPA filters to capture fine dust particles with maximum efficiency.
3. You don’t use a humidifier.
Low humidity can worsen dust problems because it allows particles to stay airborne for longer and spread more easily through your home. By using a humidifier, you can maintain an indoor humidity level between 30-50%. This will help to weigh down the dust particles and make them easier to remove.
4. You are not using the correct cleaning tools.
Cleaning tools such as feather dusters and dry rags can do more harm than benefit, spreading dust instead of capturing it. Microfiber cloths or damp mops are the best way to ensure you remove dust, not just relocate it.
5. Cleaning your house in the wrong order is not a good idea.
If you clean your home in a non-efficient manner, it can lead to having to redo the work. This is especially true when dusting. By vacuuming first the floor and then the upper level of the room, you can ensure that dust particles that have been dislodged are not re-deposited on the cleaned surfaces.
6. Your home is not cleaned enough.
Dust accumulation is influenced by the frequency of your cleaning regime. Dusting and vacuuming may be required more frequently in homes with pets, children or outdoor pollution.
7. Cleaning your house incorrectly is not a good idea.
The method of cleaning, not just the frequency is important. By using a HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner, you can ensure that dust particles are not just redistributed. Dusting with a microfiber cloth that is slightly damp can trap dust particles rather than sending them into the air.