Mold, Mildew and Dust Mites

by Tom Chasm

Mold, mildew and dust mites are a sure recipe for an allergy attack if you are an allergy or asthma sufferer. And even if you’re not, that combination is clearly not a healthy mix to be around. Now let’s throw in a big dose of pollen from oak, nettle and cedar which are blooming right now, at least in Central Florida, where my red eyes are. I’m not overly sensitive but for some reason this year I look and feel like I’ve just been to a double feature Lifetime movie presentation - sniff, sniff.

I don’t mean to make light of the situation. It is a very serious matter for those that have respiratory problems. I can help with some suggestions about how to cope during this season and the up-coming humid season we will experience soon in Florida.

The first three culprits – mold, mildew and dust mites are only able to survive and multiply in a damp environment. The key to keeping your home free from those health hazards is to get your humidity level below 60% and keep it there. That can usually be accomplished with a clean, well maintained air conditioning system. If you add a de-humidifier to your home, you can use your A/C a little less and still maintain the 60% or lower humidity level. You will have reduced the possibility of having mold, mildew and dust mites flourishing in your home by 99%.

If you do find mold or mildew developing either inside or outside your home there is a very safe and   effective product for removal called Moldzyme. It comes in various sizes including concentrates for big or small jobs. The sooner you clean up the mold the better.

Also a great method to deal with mold spores and dust mite allergens is to use a laundry detergent specifically formulated to neutralize and remove those allergens as well as pet dander and pollen. Allergen Washby Allersearch is a very effective laundry detergent to solve this problem. Be sure to launder your bed linens weekly with Allergen wash. It has no perfumes or dyes and is gentle enough to wash delicate fabrics in any water temperature.

Another aid in the battle against allergens in your air is a good air purifier. IQAirmakes the most efficient filters on the market and in several sizes and configurations to fit your particular needs. The most recent addition to their line is their Perfect 16 Whole House Air Purifier. The 16 refers to the Merv rating which is the highest industry rating for air conditioning filters. The IQAir Perfect 16 is the certified whole house air purification system that effectively eliminates allergens, dust, bacteria and viruses – delivering 10 times cleaner air – Guaranteed!

Another area where it is important to focus is your bed. Allergy Control Productsmakes mattress and pillow encasings that provide complete protection from the smallest allergen particles, including both dust mite and animal allergens. If you have a wool or latex pillowyou’re one step ahead of the game because those materials cannot hold the moisture necessary for mold, mildew and dust mites to survive. Our latex mattresseswith wool filled toppers will not only support your body beautifully but will also prevent the growth of allergens in your bed as well.

If you want to keep up with the pollen count in your area, log on to www.pollenlibrary.com. They will also send you allergy alerts whenever the pollen count goes into the moderate to high level for your zip code.

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