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How Clean Is the Air in Your Home Right Now?
The National Institute of Environmental Health Services and the Environmental Protection Agency have published a whole host of studies indicating significant health hazards caused by air pollution. The studies focus on outdoor air pollution and the risks associated with it. Such as an increase in asthma rates among children, cardiovascular issues with the elderly and even proof of urban air pollutants crossing the placenta and harming cognitive abilities in unborn children.
The sense of fear these findings induce when the media gets a hold of them is profound, usually causing people to opt for spending more time inside the home where the perceived air quality is cleaner and controllable. Unfortunately it is not quite as simple as closing the doors and windows to keep out the 'bad air'.
First let's look at items in the home that have potentially harmful emissions. Many furniture manufacturers use lumber treated with formaldehyde, which then release off-gases. Carpeting is commonly sprayed with formaldehyde as well, as it keeps rodents from making their nest in the carpeting while the roll sits in a warehouse. Many older homes contain asbestos and lead paint, critically dangerous substances proven to cause cancer and permanent brain damage.
The use of air fresheners and incense is a common habit for many people; however it is just not safe for our health. The chemicals in air fresheners contain ozone depleting substances, formaldehyde, ethylene based glycol and terpenes. Even natural incense can trigger asthma, dyspepsia and other respiratory difficulties.
So what can the average homeowner do to clear the air in the home without bringing in the polluted air from outside? To begin with, dispose of all the so-called air freshening products in the home including scented candles, sprays, plug in devices, oils, incense and anything else there may be.
Now investigate the home for asbestos and lead paint, but if you find evidence of either material DO NOT remove it yourself. Have professionals remove the harmful substances in a government approved manner. It may cost a little bit of money, but it is well worth the expense considering the harmful affects the lead and asbestos could be having on your family.
Now take a good look in the attic, crawlspaces, basements, window sills, ventilation cavities and anywhere else there may be moisture. The World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that 75% of people who live in spaces with even a small amount of mould will develop asthma or Cardiopulmonary Disease. If there is mould found in the home, make sure all evidence of it is removed properly, then invest in the installation of closed cell spray foam insulation. The use of this kind of insulation is beneficial in so many ways, and not just for the health of those in the home.
First of all, the spray foam will seal up all the cracks and crevices where costly cold air can seep into the home, causing not only respiratory issues but increased heating costs. Second, spray foam insulation is mould and moisture resistant. Third, critters and insects do not dig out and make their homes in spray foam insulation because it is just too difficult. The mites, dust from feces, animal fur and dead skin cells from invading creatures will be prevented from entering the home's air system.
Few people would be willing to completely start from scratch and dispose of all old furniture and carpeting that has any chance of emitting harmful off gasses, and we are not suggesting that is a viable option. However there are measures that can be taken. For example, keep the carpets clean and vacuum regularly. The more they are vacuumed, the more emissions will be removed. Use a machine with a HEPA filter so the particles are not just spit out into the environment again. Install high grade filters in your furnace, overhead stove fans and air conditioners, so the air pumped in and out of the home will be cleaner.
No one likes a home that smells like last night's dinner, and we have already discussed the harm that air fresheners can do to one's health, so how do you keep your home smelling fresh? The answer is in ventilation fans. As soon as you begin preparation for a meal, turn the hood fan on. The constant flushing out of the fumes from food will mean a much less odorous home at the end of the day.
The same is true when bathing. The best scenario is having a good bathroom fan with a timer. Turn the timer on for ten minutes each time the bathroom is used, and an hour for each time someone has a bath or shower. The fan will make sure the odours are vented out of the home, as well as the humidity – an important function in preventing mould and mildew.
There is no need to hide away in your home to avoid air pollution. In fact, it is important for all living beings to absorb vitamin D from the sun. Get outside and enjoy the sun and nature, then return to the clean air of your home. You cannot control the air outside, but you can reduce the harmful emissions that are in your home. If you plan to build a house, use Radon resistant materials and other environmentally responsible products. There are ways to make your indoor air quality better, it just takes planning.
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Chapter 19 - Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery
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Countdown Timer / Wind Indicator $839.95 A truly versatile display. For jumping events, it is a countdown timer with all the various times (5 min, 3 min, 2 min, 90 sec, 60 sec) programmed and labeled for quick selection. The amber beacon starts flashing with 15 seconds remaining in accordance with IAAF, USATF rules and will accept Lynx type input including scrolling data. When used for the pole vault, long jump and triple jump, this timer can be connected to a Gill Wind Gauge and at 10 second intervals it will flash the wind reading. Units can be set to give continuous wind readings if you take out the scrolling data line. Timer can also be used as an elapsed time clock for cross country, road races and at the track. Countdown can be set for durations up to 99 minutes. Includes tripod, 120V adapter plug and 9V battery. Units can be connected to external battery if needed.Please Note: This item CANNOT ship to P.O. Boxes, APO, or FPO Addresses. It CAN ONLY ship to a Street Address. |
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Gerson/Domestic Led Candle With Timer 1636490 $5.49 Flickering LED candle with a timer will last all season long. It turns On for 6 hours then Off for 18 hours for maximum use of your batteries. White candle with a heavy gold color plated plastic base. Use on your table, your mantle, or in your window. Uses 2 AA batteries (not included). Type: Decorations Color: Multi-Color |
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Pacific Accents FLACANWX36 Flameless 3 in. x 6 in. Pillar Candle with Timer $24.83 Flameless 3 x 6 Pillar Candle with timer. All Pillar Candles are made of real wax and include a 4 or 8 hour timer. Uses 2 C batteries not included. |
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Gerson domestic Gerson domestic Led Candle With Timer 1636490 $4.68 Led candle with timer Flickering LED candle with a timer will last all season long It turns On for 6 hours then Off for 18 hours for maximum use of your batteries White candle with a heavy gold color plated plastic base Use on your table, your mantle, or in your window Uses 2 ?AA? batteries (not included) Brand #: Gerson/Domestic 1636490 UPC: 764878600822 Keywords: battery operated candle led flameless |
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Gerson 36268 Weathered Lantern with LED Timer Candle Pack of 4 $134.87 Brown Metal Weathered Look Lantern with Bisque Melted Edge Battery Operated Timer and Flameless LED Wax Candle Light. The candle will glow for 5 hours then automatically turn off. The next day it will come on and turn off at the exact same time you set it for. Timer is set for 5 hours on and 19 off. 3 AAA (1.5v) Batteries Included. Candle: 3 D x 6 H. |
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