13 Easy Steps to Achieve a Dust-Free Home

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Dust affects the cleanliness of your home and can also have a huge impact on the quality of air in your home, leading to allergies and respiratory issues. A dust free home might seem impossible but it can easily be achieved with a few changes to your cleaning routine.

The following are practical ways to prevent dust from accumulating and keeping a healthy living environment.

Declutter Regularly

Dust naturally gravitates towards clutter, making cleaning and keeping your home dust-free more difficult. The fewer items you have in your living space, the less dust will build up. Decluttering should become a regular part of your cleaning routine, so rid yourself of anything that you no longer need or use.

Invest in Doormats

Consider doormats, for both inside and outside your front door to prevent dirt and debris from the outside to enter your home. Tracking outdoor dust and dirt into your living spaces can be avoided by doing it this way. Do not forget to clean or replace doormats periodically; otherwise they will lose its capacity to reduce shoes of hazardous chemicals.

Change Your Bedding as Often as Possible.

Dust mites love nothing better than fabric, and your bed is one of the biggest dust collecting spots in your home. Wash your sheets and pillowcases weekly in hot water to keep your bedding dust free. Also, vacuum your mattress and rotate it regularly.

Vacuum Regularly

Dust free home is achieved by vacuuming. Buy a good quality vacuum with a HEPA filter that can trap small particles. Vacuum all carpets, rugs and upholstery once a week or more.

Dust From Top to Bottom

Always start dusting from the top down when dusting surfaces around your home. It prevents dust to fall on already cleaned surfaces.

Use a Microfiber Cloth

Rather than using a feather duster or cotton rag to dust, reach for a microfiber cloth. They are eco friendly, these cloths are washable and more effective at trapping dust particles. According to The Spruce, microfiber is tough as nails, hard to stain, and easy to clean

Don’t Forget About Hidden Areas

Ceiling fans, light fixtures and behind furniture can also collect dust, but less obviously. Make sure to add these spots to your standard cleaning routine.

Clean Your Air Filters

Home air filters are an important part of keeping the air in your home healthy. Make sure to regularly check and change your air filters so that your living space doesn’t circulate so many dust particles.

Use a Damp Cloth

A damp cloth works better than a dry cloth when you’re dusting because it will help capture dust particles. It is especially useful for hard surface such as shelves and countertops.

Keep Windows Closed

Fresh air is nice, but keep windows shut while trying to get a dust free home. The outdoor dust and pollen can get into your living spaces through open windows.

Minimize Pet Hair

Regular grooming and vacuuming will help you control their shedding if you have pets. You may also want to keep them off of furniture or limit areas where they are allowed.

Wash Your Curtains & Drapes

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Dust can gather easily on drapes and curtains, so wash them often. Machine washable options are easy to maintain, so try to choose one of these.

Removing Dust Collectors

Books, knick knacks, and fabric covered furniture are notorious for collecting dust on some of the objects in your home. Think about subbing these items for ones that are less prone to dust contagion, or keeping them behind closed doors in a cabinet.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.