Cleaner Indoor Air this Autumn

It was a great October for the weather, we’ve been able to keep the windows open for a little longer and the heater off for a few extra weeks; unfortunately it’s almost the time when the house will be air tight again, leaving the indoor air pollution no way to escape. Here are some easy, simple things you can do to keep the air quality pure and safe in your house this autumn.

1. Dust your radiators. When the heater comes on, it isn’t good to smell fried dust (a slightly damp sock on a stick works best at removing all the dust and cobwebs)
3. Check for odd objects in between your radiators. Plastic objects can find their way in between and behind the radiator (especially if you have kids), heating comes on, and next thing you know, you’re wondering why it smells like burning plastic.
4. Clean your carpets. Get rid of dust, dust-mites and other noxious things so you won’t be inhaling them with every step you take. We recommend a professional carpet clean every six months, in spring to set you up for the summer, and once in Autumn to get rid of the summers dirt.
5. Choose your candles wisely. One that shocked us when we first heard it is that a lot of candles can actually increase indoor air pollution. Petroleum-based and lead-wick candles contribute significantly so avoid these if you can. Instead buy (or even make) candles made from beeswax, soy, or vegetable oils, lead-free wicks, and pure essential-oil fragrances.
6. Book an Autumn clean. Like a spring clean, an Autumn clean is designed to remove the build up of dirt from around the house that’s built up from the previous 6 months.