Here are some other reasons that your home may be polluted without an air purifier. The family pet is a very big source of home pollution since pet dander contains allergens. Having an air purifier in the rooms that the pets stay is very beneficial. If you allow them in your bedroom run an air purifier constantly and wash your bedding daily if possible. Vacuum several times a week and run your air purifier on high for several minutes after you get finished with the vacuum.
Forced air furnaces are also a culprit as they re-circulate dirt, often containing allergens from pet dander and other airborne pollutants. Changing the filters of whole house filters in the spring and fall is a must, and it is even better if you add electrostatic filters to them.Continuous room fresheners are another source of home pollutants that an air purifier would be able to assist you with removing.
Tobacco is another very common pollutant that also has some severe health risks. If at all possible smokers should go outside. At the very least they should smoke in non key areas of the home.
Outside pollutants the have entered such as industrial discharged particles, gases, and other odor associated with industry. These pollutants have entered and have no way to escape so you are breathing them with each and every breath. The type of home air purifiers that you use depends on which kinds of home pollutants you’re most worried about. Different air purifiers work on different types of pollutants. Some are better with removing air borne particles and others are better as absorbing odors, cleaning chemical smell and gases. Some of your high end air purifiers will do a equally good job with all types of indoor pollutants
Home air purifiers (particularly those with HEPA technology and activated carbon) can be of great assistance. By placing a high quality unit in your bedrooms and main living areas, your home will be as clean as it looks. It will also be healthier since the air purifiers have taken the majority of allergens out of the air you are breathing.
One of the simplest and most effective ways to combat this problem is also one of the most pleasant - a recent study by NASA revealed that simply adding several houseplants to your home, you can remove nearly 90% of air toxins within twenty-four hours. Plants will also reduce dust levels and increase humidity, which contributes to fewer colds and respiratory illnesses. The same study suggested that for optimal indoor air quality, an 1800 square foot house should have 15 to 18 average sized house plants.
Top Indoor Plants
Almost any plant you bring into your home will bring immediate benefits, but some are better than others. Several plants that are renowned for their excellent air purifying qualities include:
Almost any plant you bring into your home will bring immediate benefits, but some are better than others. Several plants that are renowned for their excellent air purifying qualities include:
Mother Fern is a delicate, lacy fern that's extremely popular because it's easy to care for and thrives on neglect.
Boston Fern is another lush, full fern that is easy to grow and has deep green fronds that are somewhat larger than those of the Mother Fern.
Areca Palm is a lovely palm with long, slender leaves.
Various other palms, including Lady Palm, Dwarf Date Palm, Reed Palm and Weeping Fig are excellent air purifiers.
Various other palms, including Lady Palm, Dwarf Date Palm, Reed Palm and Weeping Fig are excellent air purifiers.
Spider Plants are exceptional at removing formaldehyde emissions from the environment and send out runners that can be sprouted into new plants simply by rooting them in a glass of water.
Golden Pothos is very popular for its heart-shaped leaves that come in a variety of shades of green streaked with pale yellows and creamy shades of white or ivory.
The spiky, dark green leaves of Gerbera Daisies surround central stalks that are topped with brilliantly colored, sturdy daisies in colors from sunny yellow to rich, hot pinks.
Other excellent natural air purifiers include Corn plant, Australian sword fern, Peace Lily (which has lovely, cream colored blooms several times a year), rubber plant and Dracaena.
Plants and Mental Health
There are other health benefits to plants as well. Hospitals have long noted that patients with a garden view heal faster. Studies show that having healthy, luxuriant plants to admire can give a boost to the immune system and your ability to fight infection. They reduce fatigue and generally contribute to a more optimistic outlook. Tending plants is an act of nurturing; caring for plants lowers blood pressure and calms the nerves, giving people a sense of calm and satisfaction as they water, prune and feed their plants.
Once you've placed a few plants in your house, you'll be surprised at how quickly you find yourself wanting more. They soften the look of any room by bringing nature indoors and add a lush, comforting touch to stark corners. There's also a sense of accomplishment to be found in the simple act of nurturing a plant and watching it flourish under your care. Like caring for a pet, caring for plants can improve your outlook.
Designing with PlantsThe right plants can add the perfect touch to any room while giving you purer, cleaner air. Keep in mind things like texture, color and size when selecting house plants. The delicate, fringed fronds of a fern will be a lovely addition to a table where you want to soften the edges and add an airy touch. If you have a stark corner that seems a bit empty, a large Ficus or palm can be just what's needed. Grouping several plants with varying shades of green and different shapes of leaves is always attractive and will add textural interest as well as color.
To keep the focus on the plants, use clean, modern pots that don't clutter the eye or detract from the foliage. Many beautiful potted plants are sold in cheap or unattractive pots - don't let that deter you. Shop by focusing on the plants, not the containers. Repotting your new plants into containers that are more in line with your décor is an easy task and the act of potting plants is very satisfactory. Also consider the décor of your rooms - bamboo and orchids are elegant touches that will work well in sleek décor or oriental settings. For a more romantic touch, try lavender, miniature roses or an English ivy.
Remember to put at least one plant in every room for the best health benefits. Also remember to talk to the florist and do some homework - certain plants love humidity and will flourish in your bathroom's moist environment while others will be more suited to your living room. Whether you add a single large plant or a group of smaller ones in each room, you'll enjoy breathing easier and admiring your new additions throughout your home.
There are other health benefits to plants as well. Hospitals have long noted that patients with a garden view heal faster. Studies show that having healthy, luxuriant plants to admire can give a boost to the immune system and your ability to fight infection. They reduce fatigue and generally contribute to a more optimistic outlook. Tending plants is an act of nurturing; caring for plants lowers blood pressure and calms the nerves, giving people a sense of calm and satisfaction as they water, prune and feed their plants.
Once you've placed a few plants in your house, you'll be surprised at how quickly you find yourself wanting more. They soften the look of any room by bringing nature indoors and add a lush, comforting touch to stark corners. There's also a sense of accomplishment to be found in the simple act of nurturing a plant and watching it flourish under your care. Like caring for a pet, caring for plants can improve your outlook.
Designing with PlantsThe right plants can add the perfect touch to any room while giving you purer, cleaner air. Keep in mind things like texture, color and size when selecting house plants. The delicate, fringed fronds of a fern will be a lovely addition to a table where you want to soften the edges and add an airy touch. If you have a stark corner that seems a bit empty, a large Ficus or palm can be just what's needed. Grouping several plants with varying shades of green and different shapes of leaves is always attractive and will add textural interest as well as color.
To keep the focus on the plants, use clean, modern pots that don't clutter the eye or detract from the foliage. Many beautiful potted plants are sold in cheap or unattractive pots - don't let that deter you. Shop by focusing on the plants, not the containers. Repotting your new plants into containers that are more in line with your décor is an easy task and the act of potting plants is very satisfactory. Also consider the décor of your rooms - bamboo and orchids are elegant touches that will work well in sleek décor or oriental settings. For a more romantic touch, try lavender, miniature roses or an English ivy.
Remember to put at least one plant in every room for the best health benefits. Also remember to talk to the florist and do some homework - certain plants love humidity and will flourish in your bathroom's moist environment while others will be more suited to your living room. Whether you add a single large plant or a group of smaller ones in each room, you'll enjoy breathing easier and admiring your new additions throughout your home.
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