Controlling Asthma Triggers: Dust Mites in the Bedroom

 

You spend many hrs in your bedroom every day.  Take these steps to control dust mites in your bed & bedroom:

 

Keep all clothing in a closet w/door shut.  Check humidity w/accurage gauge.  Choose wood, leather, or vinyl furniture instead of upholstered.  Wash bedding, washable pillows, & stuffed toys in hot water (130 degrees F) every week.  Use allergen-impermeable covers on pillows, mattresses, & boxsprings.  Install pull-down shades or vertical window blinds.  Use filters over heater vents.  Use an air conditioner or a dehumidifier to reduce humidity.  Wipe smooth furniture w/damp cloth every week.  Replace carpeting w/tile or hardwood flooring if possible.  Use washable throw rungs.  If you cannot afford to replace carpet, vacuum (wearing mask) and use an allergen reducer spray.