Dust Pet Hair
May 22nd, 2007
Question: How to keep hardwood floors clean? Pet Hair? dust?
We have two dogs that seem to shed constantly and our house is older and just seems to breed dust. I always seem to be cleaning but the next day it all looks the same. Aside from shaving my dogs or getting rid of them, neither of which I will consider as an option, does anyone have any suggestions on how to 1) keep my floors clear of Pet Hair, or an easier way to pick it up at least, and 2) reduce the dust in my house? We do use special furnace filters that are supposed to reduce dust in our house but I've noticed little improvement. Help?
Thanks!
Answer: Most wood floors can be kept clean by first sweeping or vacuuming with a floor nozzle to remove most of the surface dust and dirt, then damp mopping with clear water (dip a sponge in clear water, squeezing it out so that the mop is barely damp, almost dry). Use very little water and rinse your mop thoroughly after each use since excess water can dissolve protective coatings, alter the color of the wood and raise the grain to roughen the surface.
If your floors are not dirty enough to need mopping every week, then you should not do it, as it will wear the floors faster, not to mention waste your time. Simply sweeping is often all they need.
If need to restore the shine to your wood floor after you get it clean, try damp mopping it with 1/2 cup vinegar and 2 tablespoons Furniture Polish in a gallon of warm water. Vinegar is also useful for removing any soap residue or build-up, but should not be necessary every week...
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If you have allergies to pets, you're not alone. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), 10 percent of Americans May be allergic to animals. Among those suffering from allergies, many may suffer from asthma and from 20 to 30 per cent of asthmatics are allergic pet. Those people with asthma are children with asthma in children. The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) says that allergic asthma (caused by allergens such as dust mites, dander from cats and dogs and other allergens in the environment) is the most common form of asthma in children. What can you do if you, your child or someone in your family has allergies to pets? This edition of the Allergy Control Products series on "The secret of life with allergies" Top cover action steps Allergy Relief help for allergies to animals.
Step 1: Understand where Pet allergens are found and the obstacles in Addressing Pet Allergies
Pet allergen, the allergy-causing material from cats and dogs that triggers allergic reactions, Not really Pet Hair, but rather a protein found in animal hair (composed of cells of skin and squamous dried saliva). pet allergens are particularly small and "sticky". These allergens are found in the greatest extent households with pets, however, their sticky nature means they often travel on clothing or other means in places where animals company have never been allowed (such as offices, schools and other public places).
Depending on individual factors, including severity of the allergic pet, you may face the tough decision to find a new home for your pet. If this occurs, removal animal dander, will require a thorough cleaning like pet dander is difficult to eliminate in the house, and it may take as long to 20 weeks for pet dander not cause allergies longer. If you keep your pet, it is important to take action measures described in steps 2 to 9 to help reduce your exposure to pet allergens.
Step 2: Do not let the animal in room the person is allergic
To reduce exposure to allergens of domestic animals, keep pets outside Room. This room is where we spend much of our time during sleep and is greatest when levels of allergens can be found. hands and clothing should be washed after any contact with your pet.
Step 3: Cover pillows, mattresses and bed bases Spring Fitted with Allergy
Protect yourself against pet allergens that have accumulated in the bed, pillow covers, mattress, box spring and even the duvet covers with allergy. Choose one encasing a small pore size (less than 5-6 microns) that effectively block the small particle animal dander, and keep the allergens in the bed.
Step 4: Wash Linen Bedding any un-Encased Each week Hot Water
All linens, pillows, blankets or duvets which are not embedded should be washed weekly in hot water (130 degrees F) to eliminate allergens. If you had to remove your pet bedding consider replacing with new purchases that are exempt from animal allergen build-up.
Step 5: Remove carpet or Treat To eliminate a major source of allergens
Fall allergens in carpet weaving, accumulating to create a major source of allergens. Remove the carpet to prevent further exposure, or treat carpets to denature allergens and completely empty.
Step 6: Clean your carpets with a vacuum cleaner HEPA filtration, designed to contain small animal dander particles
The tiny particles of animal dander can pass through the vacuum bag standard numerous and exhaust air. HEPA Vacuum Cleaners with high filtration bags and containment of higher allergen particles should be used.
Step 7: Use HEPA air filters and purifiers to capture airborne allergens
Although dust and mold allergens large can settle on the ground more quickly, small pet allergens remain airborne longer. HEPA air purifiers and air purifiers are particularly good for these allergens.
Step 8: Using home central Filters Place or Filter Media Plus Wind in the boudoir
Air filter with a central furnace filter permanent or disposable air. airborne allergens are caught by the filter air before circulating throughout the house. vent cover in the allergic person bedroom with media filter that traps airborne particles even before entering the room.
Step 9: Reduce the scales by giving your Pet Frequent baths
Although studies have shown that pets washing with water removes some allergens surface effects are temporary and may not lasts long enough to reduce symptoms. Specially formulated shampoos for pets can be used to help remove the scales.
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