Dust is a given in life, but dust too much in the bedroom will make you allergic, breathing and generally unhygienic. Dust free bedroom is not just a must for good health, it is also a must to make your bedroom feel comfortable. This essay will discuss easy ways to decrease dust in the bedroom and I will include professional advice, anecdotes and practical suggestions so you can be cleaner and healthier while sleeping.
1. Understand the Sources of Dust
And dust — get it straight, before we talk about dust. Dust comprises dead skin cells, pet hair, pollen, textile fibres, even microscopic organisms such as dust mites. Outdoor dust is also drawn in from windows, doors and vents. When you know which dust causes the most trouble in your bedroom, you can focus on reducing it specifically.
Pro Tip: With a microscope or an air-quality expert, look at the dust composition of your home. This can be used to identify specific allergens or pollutants that you need to target.
As a person who lived in the house, I found that my bedroom got dirty quicker than the rest of the house. My carpet, which held dust particles in its trap, and opening my windows at peak pollen season turned out to be the biggest culprits, I researched. The dust started to fall off considerably after I fixed these problems.
2. Declutter and Simplify Your Space
Stuff attracts dust. Books, ornaments, clothes, all of these give dust a base on which to settle and build up. By clearing your bedroom you not only improve the ambience of your room but you get rid of the dust-making surfaces.
Expert Tip: Go with a clean design in the bedroom. Invest in flat-packed, wipe-able furniture, and store stuff in closed cabinets or drawers.
I used to have stacks of books and magazines on my bedside table. And eventually I found these were covered with just a little dust, no matter how often I cleaned them. Since I bought an e-reader and put my books in a closed bookshelf, the dust issue disappeared completely.
3. The Right Bedding and Furniture Choose the right bedding and furniture.
What you use to cover your beds and furniture can make a huge difference in the amount of dust you get. Synthetic textiles and upholstery will collect dust and retain it, while natural fabrics such as cotton and linen are cleaner and won’t gather dirt.
Expert Pro Tip: Purchase hypoallergenic bedding and mattress covers that will keep dust mites at bay. Bedding: Spritz your bedding once a week with hot water to kill dust mites and dirt.
I was noticeably more sensitive to allergy symptoms when I moved to hypoallergenic pillows and a mattress cover. And also, by switching out my heavy fabric curtains for lighter, washable curtains, dust got more easily evicted.
4. Regular Cleaning Routine
Clean your bedroom regularly, it is the best dust reducer. Dust, vacuum and mop often so that dust doesn’t accumulate.
Expert Tip: Dust with a microfiber cloth, as it traps dust particles better than feather dusters. Filter with a HEPA vacuum to remove even the tiny granules.
My bedroom was once the one thing I hated to clean because it was a battle against dust all the time. But once I had a cleaning schedule set for myself where every week I’d dust surfaces, vacuum the floor and wipe down furniture, it all got easier. And I did also like how the order of cleaning – from the top of the room down – saved me from dusting on previously cleaned surfaces.
5. Improve Air Quality
Dust management depends on air quality. With bad ventilation, the air gets stale and the dust gets settled. Airflow can be improved and the air filtered which will help lower the amount of dust in your bedroom.
Expert Tip: Clean the air using an air purifier that has a HEPA filter to get rid of dust. Close the windows during pollen season and exhaust fans to vent the air.
When I bought an air cleaner for my bedroom, the air was so fresh. Not only did the device keep away dust, it also cleared odours and allergens from the room, so the room was more conducive to sleeping. I also added a dehumidifier to manage the moisture, so dust mites would not take up residence.
6. Address Hidden Dust Traps
There are areas of the bedroom where dust can gather but which is overlooked in cleaning. They include under the bed, behind furniture and in closets. Identifying these unseen dust-catchers is the key to dust-free operations.
Pro Tip: Dispose of items dust-free with storage such as underbed bins with lids. Vacuum or clean all behind the scenes regularly to avoid buildup of dust.
I found a lot of dust under my bed once, when I was looking for a forgotten object. This was a lesson in cleaning in the dark. Now I do rotate my bed and other furniture once a month to vacuum under and behind them.
7. Keep Dust-Ageing Things As Far Away From The Area As Possible.
There are naturally dustier things. Paper articles, toys and even rugs of some kinds can accumulate dust, for instance. Keep these things in your bedroom to a minimum as this will make it less dusty.
Expert Tip: Don’t buy anything that comes in paper when you can get it in digital format. Invest in washable rugs and don’t store unnecessary accessories in the bedroom.
There was this pile of stuffed animals on a shelf in my bedroom that I used to have. While they were warm, I also noticed that they became dusty very easily and were difficult to clean. When they got too dirty I would give them away and replace them with some easily clean decor.
8. Get Pets on Board with Your Dust-Reduction Plan
If you have pets, then their dander and fur can add up to tons of dust in your bedroom. There isn’t a home without our furry family members, but there are ways that you can reduce their dust burden.
Expert Advice: Brush regularly so your pet does not shed and it stays off the bed. Wash pet bedding regularly and get a lint roller to get fur off furniture.
My pet dust I can manage more actively now, since I own pets. I brush my dog once a day and clean his bedding once a week to prevent dander. I also vacuum floors and furniture with a pet hair vacuum.
9. Seal Gaps and Cracks
Dust gets into your bedroom through window, door, and electrical outlets. Seal these holes to keep outdoor dust out of your room.
Tip From an Expert: Weatherstripping around windows and doors. Cover the outlet outlets to prevent dust from getting into the outlets.
I saw a thin film of dust on my windowsill and examined the window to discover a small space between the window and the frame. Weatherstripping the opening really did limit the dust infiltration to a minimum.
