If I find a task in the household really annoying, then it is probably dusting. You have to move decorations and the like, frighten yourself and climb on chairs to get every last flash of stamens. And all of this to find a fine layer of dust on the furniture just days later.
So that you no longer have to wipe dust as often in the future (and the spring cleaning is really worth it), we will tell you tips and tricks with which you can reduce the dust in your apartment.
What is dust?
We all know dust, after all you just can't get around the little flakes. But did you know that a distinction is made between two types of dust? According to theFederal Environment Agencythere is hover dust and sediment dust.
Floating dust, also called fine dust, flies around in the air and is so small that it is inhaled. It arises, for example, when candles burn down, but also in other combustion processes.
Sedimental dust, on the other hand, is known as a classic house dust and settles on floors and surfaces. He is a little coarser and is carried into the apartment by the shoes or clothes.
What does dust consist of?
Dust is a mixture of different small particles. These are so numerous that you can't actually list them at all. In summary, however, there are: among other things:
- Pollen and exhaust gases from the air
- Sand and dirt particles
- Textile fibers
- Dire dandruff and hair
- Removing food, e.g. B. bread crumbs
- Exceptions and remains of insects and mites
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1. Carefully ventilation
Do you live on densely driven roads? Or do you have a look at nature? In fact, both are not optimal when it comes to dust!
Because on the one hand, cars naturally shuffle soot and tire particles, which then swear around in the air. On the other hand, trees and grass pollen also emit. And dry earth can also be whirled up.
If you have your room window open longer, exactly these particles get into your apartment and strengthen the dust there. So:Better ventilate once a dayAnd create a nice pull.
So you have enough fresh air and the dust particles are partially carried out. In addition, less dust penetrates than when the window remains open all day.
2. Observe the air humidity
Dry air is not only bad for the mucous membranes, it is also not ideal to avoid dust. Because the drier the air is, the more the particles spread. A high humidity, on the other hand, helps to bind dust - so it is better worn out of the apartment when ventilated.
Tipp: To improve the indoor climate, you can put on a humidifier (you can get hereAt Amazon*). You can set this according to your preferences. Alternatively, a bowl of water on the heating is also suitable.
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3. Stow the clothes correctly
Do you have a clothes rail or open cloakrooms in your room? Then this can also be a reason for the many dust.
Textiles release dust - whether it is a woolly coat or simple shirts. If you then put on your clothes or go through the apartment, the dust spread throughout the room.
To avoid this, you should better accommodate your clothes in a closet with doors or closed boxes. So the dust has less opportunity to distribute itself. In addition, you don't have to worry about whether your clothes on the pole look messy. Win-win!
4. Sort out the dust catcher
Textile furnishings such as carpets, curtains or pillowcases look great, but are also the dust magnets par excellence. You should therefore regularly dust down or knock it out. It is of course even better if you reduce the amount of fabrics in your rooms.
And as far as your decorative objects are concerned: Even on small statues and the like, the dust collects like crazy. Look what you think is really nice and reduces the decoration as far as possible. Then you have to dust less.
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5. Plants against dust in the air
Plants not only beautify our home, they also have a positive effect on the room air. And they are also practical helpers in terms of house dust: according to thatPlantura magazineBind plants from the air.
The result: the layer of dust on the furniture becomes lower and fewer wool mice collect on the floor.
So that your green roommate is going well, you should maintain them regularly. This also includes dusting them off every now and then. Here we'll tell you what you do withshould note.
6. Store the technology separately
Have you ever looked at the upper edge of your television more closely? It is very likely that a lot of dust has accumulated here. Because your electrical devices are true dust sources. They release the smallest particles in the air, which then settle on all possible surfaces.
Of course you can dust your technology regularly to prevent the layer of dust. However, it is easier if you do not keep devices such as the printer or computer in the living room or bedroom. If she better stows them in the study, then the dust is at least limited to a room and does not sit down in carpets or the sofa.
7. Efficient dust wiping
When it comes to dust wiping, many people sometimes use brooms. Sure, it quickly got out of the closet and makes less noise than a vacuum cleaner!
However, brooms are much more ineffective because they whirl up the dust. Your floor then looks clean, but as soon as the particles are offset again, you can practically start from the front.
So it is better to use a vacuum cleaner with a good filter.So the dust is not distributed again in the apartment.
These methods are also well suited for dust:
- Wipes the surfaces not only with a damp cloth. If a microfiber cloth dives in a water-vinegar mixture-this keeps the dust away. Please do not apply to screens!
- You better clean furniture surfaces with a dry microfiber cloth, because here you can take advantage of the electrostatics.
- A lint roller is very practical for lampshades or pillow covers.
- Also the classic dust frond (such as this from the quality,On Amazon*) Suitable to remove dust. The particles are attracted electrostatically and stick in the material.
8. Remove dust in difficult to reach corners
Even if it is annoying: you should also take care of the dust on high cupboards, under the sofa and between the furniture. Otherwise you quickly have stamens in the apartment.
- High locations, such as on shelves, you can achieve well with a dust wiper with a telescopic pole. So you don't need a step guide to clean.
- Cordless vacuum cleaner with flexible joints (e.g. from Bosch,On Amazon*) Help to remove dust under furniture and remove dust in remote corners.
- Some vacuum cleaners have special attachments and settings with which you completely remove the dirt of carpets without having to knock it out.
The trick with the hair dryer
Do you have problems reaching a certain area with vacuum cleaners or wipers? Simply blow the dust from particularly difficult to access with a hair dryer.
To do this, first hang a damp cloth behind the piece of furniture and then blow -dry cold air against the dust. This is caught by the cloth and sticks there. You then just throw the dirty rag into the washing machine - done!
9. Tip against dust: anti-dust spray
Not in the mood to constantly wipe dust? So-called anti-dust sprays appear antistatic. If these are applied, the surfaces do not invite themselves so quickly and the dust is no longer stored in such large quantities.
There are very effective dust sprays to buy, but you can also easily make them yourself. For this you need:
- An empty spray bottle
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
- 8 tablespoons of vinegar
- 500 ml distilled water
- Optional: some drops of essential oil
Mix the ingredients together and fill them into the spray bottle. The essential oil is optional, but looks good against the somewhat unpleasant vinegar fragrance. Now you can apply the spray and wipe them off with a dry cloth.
Important: Shaps the bottle carefully before every new use so that the individual components do not separate. And the liquid does not apply to sensitive materials or screens.
We hope we were able to help you solve the dust problem with our tips. For even more hacks and household tips, have a look at Gofeminin.de!
