Most people have heard of asbestos. They know that can be dangerous and is something to stay away from. But beyond that, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who can tell you what asbestos actually is or where it comes from. What is Asbestos? The Mesolthemlia center describes asbestos as “a group of six naturally …
Having good air quality in our home should be important to all of us. But, unfortunately, numerous pollutants can be hazardous to our health. However, it is not always easy to identify contaminants that are not so known or obvious unless you are an expert. Fortunately, to have good air quality in your home, you …
Looking after the health and safety of your family is of the utmost importance. Our homes are usually considered our safe haven, but can your home be the cause of your family not feeling well? It’s not uncommon for people who suffer from allergies to notice that their allergies start acting up when they are …
You might have plants around your house for decorative purposes.They are nice to look at and create a nice ambiance; plants also provide numerous physical and mental health benefits. In addition, good air quality is essential and beneficial for all of us as plants are natural air purifiers. Plants can manipulate your home’s humidity in …
There’s a unique art for finding the optimum atmosphere for comfort in your home. For many, nothing’s worse than the high levels of summer heat and humidity when there’s no means of temperature control. Surprisingly enough, though, discomfort in such conditions is the least of your worries. Nevertheless, high humidity can cause significant damage to …
Indoor air quality has an enormous impact on our overall health. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “the average American spends over 90% of their life indoors”. With all that time you spend inside, it’s essential to enjoy good air quality. Unfortunately, several factors in our everyday lives could be causing the quality of our …
Breathing. It’s the natural and automatic process that we as humans rely on to oxygenate our bodies. We inhale and exhale 20,000 times in a single day without ever thinking about the air we breathe or what’s in it. So you may be surprised to know that the very air you depend on for survival …
“Hypoallergenic” is a word that’s becoming increasingly visible on product labels. Anything from cleaning supplies to clothing fabrics, makeups, skincare products, and even pets are all available in hypoallergenic versions. But what does it mean for something to be hypoallergenic? And are hypoallergenic products even effective? By definition, a hypoallergenic product is “designed to reduce …
When it comes to our homes, we go to great lengths to maintain our family’s health and safety. Many Virginia residents install high-tech water filtration systems, smoke detectors, and burglar alarms to protect their loved ones from harm. However, there is an area of home safety that often gets overlooked: air quality. People assume air …
In the past, manufacturers frequently incorporated asbestos into many products. For example, building materials like insulation and roofing were made using asbestos due to its fire-resistant properties. Later, though, asbestos came under heavy scrutiny and was eventually heavily restricted by the US government starting in the late 1970s. “However, builders and manufacturers were still allowed …
