DUSTOLOGY: You guessed it………………………………………The Study of Dust.
Dust is a general name for minute solid particles with diameters less than 20 thou (500 micrometers). Particles in the atmosphere arise from various sources such as soil dust lifted up by wind, volcanic eruptions, and pollution. Dust in homes, offices, and other human environments consist primarily of human skin cells, but also contain small amounts of plant pollen, human and animal hairs, textile fibers, paper fibers, minerals from outdoor soil, and many other materials which may be found in the local environment. Thanks www.Wikipedia.org .
Could this be making its way into your Home?
Although we deal with dust on daily basis I’m not sure we qualify as “Dustologists”. However if you follow this link http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=120252957 courtesy of www.NPR.org you will be able to gain some insights into the field of indoor air pollution and its effect on you and your family’s health.
The author(s) state that two thirds of the dust in your home originates from the outdoors, either tracked in or from airborne particles. LESSON: Prevention is the best medicine. As we’ve mentioned many times in the past use deep pile, commercial grade walk off matts on both sides of entry doors-allow the matts to be long enough to capture the loose soils from your feet (5-10 feet if possible). For more on walk off matts go to http://regalfabriccare.com/2009/10/entry-mats-helping-your-carpets-last-longer/ .
A few other tips:
- Brush and clean your pets frequently-even if they are indoor pets.
- Clean or replace heating/cooling filters per instructions.
- Vacuum all types of flooring, drapery & upholstery-HEPA vacuums are best.
- Maintain all mechanical systems in your home-Saves money too!
- Damp wipe hard surface areas, including floors under furniture.
- Limit the number of plants in your home.
- Keep humidity levels below 50%.
- Professionally clean your mattress, Oriental rugs, upholstery and carpeting every 12 months, more often if your family suffers from asthma.
Prevention is the Best Medicine!
