Detox your Home

DETOX YOUR HOME

“RECENT RESEARCH SHOWS THAT HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS SUCH AS BLEACH CAN TRIGGER A CHILDS ASTHMA AND OTHER ALERGIES”

There is satisfaction to be had in giving your home a good spring clean, so its no wonder manufacturers have spent years and millions of pounds developing products which they claim will make life easier. To help sell cleaning products commercials constantly warn us of the “hidden dangers” lurking in our homes bacteria, virus, grease and stubborn stains to name but a few. But are these wonder products really making our homes safer, healthier places to inhabit?

Recent research has suggested that these over the top hygiene products are doing more harm than good. (see toxic truths)

“According to the experts, pollution can be just as bad indoors as it is outdoors”

1 – Exclude pollutants – pollution can find its way through windows and doors especially if you live on a busy road

2 – Go for pot plants – plants are the oldest most natural air filters on earth. Species to look out for are Mexican Cacti, Spider plants, Ivy, and rubber plants.

3 – Pet watch – keep your pets clean and free from fleas, try to keep bedrooms a pet free zone especially for children.

4 – Go natural – Choose eco- friendly products such as washing up liquid and biodegradable washing powders, do not buy artificial air fresheners instead use essential oils. You could invest in an ioniser which will purify the air and freshen up the atmosphere.(see toxic truths)

5 – Vacuum as often as possible to remove dust and other airborne allergens, dusting with a damp cloth will reduce air born particles and if you need to polish use beeswax and avoid aerosols.

6 – Reduce the chemical load – MDF, veneered wood or plywood emits toxic chemicals, soft furnishings are also responsible for giving off formaldehyde and other chemicals, as well as being a haven for dust mites.(see toxic truths)

7 – Check your boiler – Carbon monoxide from boilers and gas fires affects hundreds of people each year, sooty marks on the wall and yellow instead of blue flames are all signs that your boiler is faulty- have it checked by a corgi registered engineer.

8 – Purify your water supply – Over the past 50 years our drinking water has had more and more additives incorporated into the mains supply. Always run your drinking water for a few minutes to ensure it is as fresh as can be. Never drink water from the hot water tap.(see toxic truths)