<\/span>Maintain high tissue hygiene<\/span><\/h2>\nDust mites find home environments an ideal place to thrive, especially in fabrics such as mattresses, pillows, curtains and carpets. These microscopic arachnids feed on the dead skin cells we lose daily, and their presence can aggravate allergies and respiratory problems. This is why maintaining high hygiene of textiles in the home is critical to limit their proliferation. Below are some effective strategies to reduce the presence of dust mites through proper management of household textiles.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Regular washing<\/span><\/h3>\n\n- Bedding<\/strong>: wash sheets, pillowcases and blankets in hot water (at least 60\u00b0C) every week to kill dust mites and remove allergens. For items that cannot be washed frequently, such as comforters and heavy blankets, consider using mite-proof covers and wash them according to the manufacturer’s directions.<\/li>\n
- Soft toys and cloth toys<\/strong>: If you have children in the house, don’t forget to wash their cloth toys regularly as well, following the same guidelines as bedding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Use of mite-proof covers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n- Mattresses and pillows<\/strong>: use mite-proof mattress covers and pillowcases specifically designed to seal the mattress and pillows, preventing mites from entering and accumulating inside. These covers are made of tightly woven fabrics that do not allow mites and their allergens to pass through.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n