A Healthier home with Dimplex
Air quality is important for family health.
For most people, the reaction our body’s immune system to an airborne substance is harmless, but around 21 million adults in the UK will suffer from at least one allergy. The release of chemicals, including histamine, into the bloodstream creates the symptoms of an allergic reaction, causing irritation and in the worst cases, fatality.
Each year, allergy sufferers increase by 5% with half of all those affected being children. As a result this April will see a concerted effort by Allergy UK to raise awareness of the problems of allergies and the dangers of allergic reaction.
At Dimplex, our experts are dedicated year round to addressing the issues of allergies and the factors in the home that can lead to the generation of allergens. The reality is that we cannot live our lives in a sealed plastic bubble, so there is always a threat of coming into contact with allergens in the home. But by applying some common sense and a little bit of clever technology, there are many ways you can actively reduce and even remove allergens from the home. Even if you do not suffer from allergies, these are still good habits to have, ensuring a home remains hygienic and comfortable to live in.
Regular cleaning of the home, especially washing linen and fabrics, is key to reducing dust and pollen. The increase in allergy and asthma issues associated with dust is a result of the dust mites that flourish when excess moisture is present – often from drying clothes in the home, cooking or showering without an extractor turned on. A dehumidifier, such as the Dimplex Forte range, will keep humidity levels under control, which will make it harder for dust mites to multiply. A musty smell in the room usually indicates the first sign of a room with poor air circulation and humidity issues. When humidity levels are too high, mould will also develop, and this can become a real health risk as spores are released and breathed in. A dehumidifier will noticeably reduce condensation and damp, and prevent mould.
During the spring and summer months, pets are likely to spend more time outdoors where pollen and other allergy triggers can stick to their fur coats. Make sure you bathe and groom your pets regularly and wash their bedding in hot water to avoid additional irritants indoors.
Dimplex Air Purifier
Another good tip is to get an air purifier such as the Dimplex DXAP3VN to help filter the air in your home. With a real Hepa filter designed to capture dust particles, pollen and pet dander, active carbon filter to remove odours and our Viro³ technology, which attacks and neutralises harmful impurities in the air, this is a simple way to help keep the air in your home clean – and you breathing easier.
Discover more about air treatment for the home with Dimplex.
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