Dirty Facts – Supplied By Allergy UK

Dirty Facts – supplied by Allergy UK

• • The most common allergens found in the home are house dust mite, pet allergens and mould
  •  The average bed has over 10,000 house dust mites living in it which results in there being over two million droppings
  •  The average pillow doubles in weight over a period of six months due to dust mite faeces
  •  Hard surfaces such as work tops and furniture are an allergen hotspot
  • Carpet in the bathroom harbours mould and encourages dust mites to grow
  • Blinds act as the perfect dust trap
  •  Padded headboards act as a breeding ground for dust mites
  •  Don’t forget the lampshades! Fabric lampshades harbour dust
  •  The tops of kitchen cabinets collect dust every day if left uncleaned
  •  Food left in strainers in the kitchen sink act as a food source for cockroaches
  •  Clothes left to dry around the house increase levels of humidity encouraging mould spores to develop
  •  Pollen can live in carpets for up to three months worsening symptoms of hayfever
  •  Picture frames are another dust hotspot often forgotten about