Ways to Purify Your Home Naturally this Spring
2022-04-26
It’s that time of year… the sun is shining, the snow is melting, and it’s time to open your windows!
This spring, Afterglow wants to help you breathe cleaner, healthier air. Here are our top tips for making your home’s climate a pleasure to live in.
• Open Your Windows and Take Advantage of the Sun!
When the weather gets warmer, opening your windows to let the fresh air in can be incredibly refreshing. It also helps reduce moisture levels, decreasing the impact of mold and mildew.
For homes with limited ventilation, you might consider installing an HRV or ERV system to keep moisture and pollutants in check year-round.
• Add a Houseplant or Two
Houseplants aren’t just beautiful—they’re also fantastic natural air purifiers.
Research conducted by NASA found that houseplants can reduce toxins and rejuvenate indoor air.
They recommend one plant per 100 square feet of space. Some easy-care plants that clean the air include:
- Garden mums
- Spider plants
- Bamboo
- Aloe vera
• Diffuse Essential Oils
Essential oils like cinnamon, oregano, tea tree, thyme, lemon, lavender, and peppermint can purify indoor air, eliminate bacteria, and add a subtle, refreshing scent.
Dilute a few drops with water and spritz around the home, or use an essential oil diffuser for even coverage.
• Change Your Air Filters
Did you know the average Canadian spends 90% of their time indoors?
Indoor air can be 2–5 times more polluted than outdoor air. By simply changing your HVAC filters every 3 months, you’ll improve your home’s air quality and your health.
At Afterglow, we believe there’s nothing more important than the air you breathe.
We offer a wide selection of air purifiers and indoor air quality solutions to help you breathe easier every season.