2 Ways To Remove Pollen From The Air In Your Home

18 August 2015
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Those allergic to pollen may be fortunate enough to only experience symptoms during the peak release period of one type of pollen such as grass pollen, but some people are allergic to several types of pollen. Other common sources of pollen throughout the year include ragweed and birch, box elder and oak trees.

Pollen enters your home on your clothes, on your pets and through gaps around windows and doors, so simply staying indoors isn't enough to get rid of your symptoms. Here's an overview of two ways you can remove pollen from the air in your home:

Use A Warm Steam Vaporiser

Dry air creates a hospitable environment for allergens, so adding some moisture to the air will reduce the amount of pollen circulating in your living space. An easy way to do this is to purchase an electric warm steam vaporiser, which you fill with water before turning it on and leaving it to generate steam throughout the day. If your pollen allergy keeps you awake at night, choose a steam vaporiser model that can safely be left on overnight.

Some vaporiser models allow for the use of essential oils, so if you're experiencing particularly bad symptoms and can't avoid spending time outdoors and reigniting your symptoms, consider adding a few drops of any essential oils that are considered beneficial for your respiratory system. For example, wild oregano oil is said to have mucus-clearing properties, while eucalyptus oil is thought to have decongestant properties.

Get An Air Purifier

Another option for removing pollen from your home is an air purifier. Depending on the model you choose, you can also remove other common allergens, such as dust mites, pet dander and mould particles, at the same time. There are several types of air purifiers to choose from, but for the home environment, those that use HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filtration will do what you need them to without breaking the bank.

Air purifiers that use the HEPA system work by directing air through a filter that contains fibres made from fine fibreglass. The filter captures pollen and other contaminants and purified air passes back out of the filter into your home.

Electronic filter air purifiers can also be cost-effective. They work by attracting pollen to the unit with electrical charges and depositing it on collecting plates located within the air purifier, and some models use a fan to help the process along. You can opt for a standalone, portable air purifier or have an air purification system built into your home. Consider how severe your pollen allergy is and how much of the year you're affected by it when making your decision.

These two strategies can make life at home more bearable when you're suffering through a pollen allergy. If you'd like some information on managing your symptoms when you're out of the house, contact a company such as Air Cleaners Australia to learn more.