Indoor environmental management (dust mites, mold)

Last updated on: 15 January 2021 | Released on: 15 January 2021

A1: Consider how well you know the state of your room before you begin humidifying it.
A room has some humidity in it, due to daily routines such as bathing and cooking, and by breathing of people. Humidity is also affected by the weather and if a heating equipment is used. Use a thermometer/hygrometer to confirm the air condition in the room before taking steps to suit the situation. Remember that dust mites thrive in 60% to 80% humidity. Make sure the humidity level of the room does not exceed 60%.

A2: It is important to drag the vacuum cleaner nozzle slowly to remove effectively not only dust mites but their droppings and carcasses, which are allergens. Also make sure you ventilate while using the vacuum cleaner as the allergen-containing dust is blown into the air.

Q3: What are some other sources of allergies, aside from dust mites and mold?

A3: Hairs, dandruff, and/or saliva of pets kept indoors, such as dogs, cats, and rabbits, may be allergens. Pets may make allergies worse. We advise you to be careful about keeping pets.

A4: Recent building codes require 24-hour ventilation, but even when these systems are running, they can only replace about half of a room’s total air volume in an hour.
To prevent dust mites and mold from thriving in your room, you should not only keep 24-hour ventilation running constantly, but also open widows regularly to ensure ventilation. Also, ensure air circulation in closets and other places where the air is stuffy.