Dust Mite Anti-Allergen: Story of a teen who is allergic to his own home

Dust Mite Anti-Allergen

Video link - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-15716604

BBC Television News 14^th November highlighted the plight of 15 year old Gabrielle Crabb, an allergy sufferer who is allergic to his own home.

The cause of some of Gabrielle’s problems is the house dust mite. There can be up to a million living in a mattress, feeding on dead skin and releasing faecal matter which humans’ breathe in.
Gabrielle is allergic to this waste matter, suffering irritated eyes, wheezing and difficulty in breathing.
Such is the extent of Gabrielle’s allergy that he has removed carpets from his home, installed an air purifier,
has a special cover for his mattress and fitted an anti-allergen filter to his vacuum cleaner.

Chem-Dry has long recognised that carpet and upholstery act as collectors for allergens such as dust mite waste,

and developed its Dust Mite Anti-Allergen solution which instantly deactivates the allergen found in dust mite droppings.

As carpet and upholstery actually benefit our indoor air quality, acting as filters that attract airborne allergens, Chem-Dry recommends professional cleaning every six to twelve months.
This is to ensure that all carpet and upholstery maintain their filter-like qualities and prevent a build up of allergens.
The application of Chem-Dry’s Dust Mite Anti-Allergen solution after this deep, hot carbonating clean neutralises allergens, which in turn helps to alleviate the onset of allergic reactions.

Chem-Dry believes its Dust Mite Anti-Allergen solution is the most effective and safest product available today for the surface treatment of dust mite allergens,

and the ingredients used in the solution are derived from naturally occurring extracts found in plants.

Chem-Dry’s Dust Mite Anti-Allergen solution is suitable for use on carpet, mattresses and all household furnishings.

If you need expert advice on Dust Mite Anti-Allergen treatment please contact Chem-Dry Britannia on 0800 357 9066

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Controlling Dust Mites Tips

Waking up to the warmth of carpet under your feet is an even better feeling when you know what is covering your floor is also helping you to breathe easier.

Carpets are often blamed for housing allergens that pollute our homes and indoor environments. However, by acting as an absorbent for common airborne pollutants, the filter-link properties of carpets can help to prevent allergens from circulating in the air, improving your indoor air quality and breathing zone.

To help control dust mites, we suggest the following preventative actions can be taken:

• Vacuum all furnishings.
• Wash all bedding, soft toys and cushion covers at 60 degrees. Thoroughly air your bedding, it helps to leave your duvet drawn, so your bottom sheet is exposed.
• Use allergen and dust proof covers on bedding, mattresses and pillows (Encase them in allergen impermeable covers).
• Put blankets in the sun to air every week.
• Brush or shake rugs outside. Sunlight kills mites.
• Vacuuming mattresses will remove some of the skin dust, on which mites feed.
• Thoroughly ventilate your home and open windows particularly in bedrooms, this will help to lower humidity.
• Remove all sources of dampness (i.e water leaks).
• Use an air purifier to remove airborne allergens.

8 Tips for handling Carpet Stains

Stain Removal Tips

1. The quicker you act, the better chance you have of removing any stain. If a carpet stain or fabric stain is given the chance to remain, the more likely it will set.
   
2. If you know what kind of stain you are trying to remove and the fabric or surface type it has appeared on, it will help you choose the right stain removal product. To help you, the list provided below, highlights which Chem-Dry product would be ideal for removing oil based stains or water based stains.
   
3. Never rub, excess stains can be removed by blotting, brushing or scraping.
   
4. Always test your carpets, fabrics and upholstery, before spraying a little amount of our Professional Strength Spot Remover, Grease & Oil Remover or Chem-Dry's Stain Extinguisher on an area which is hidden. Then blot this area dry and observe for 10 minutes. This will allow you to establish when dry, no visible discolouration has occurred in the area of carpet or upholstery you have cleaned and no carpet colour has transferred onto your cloth.
   
5. Always start working from the outside edge of any stain and work your way inwards (whether it is a carpet stain, upholstery stain or fabric stain). This will help to prevent stains from spreading.
   
6. If your stain removal efforts don't work, contact us, we'll be able to provide you with advice.
   
7. An application of our carpet & upholstery protectant Repel Protector treatment with all cleans, will help with any stains that need removing.
8. 
   For further information and advice on carpet stain removal, visit our Stain Removal Expertise page. It provides further information on our stain removal services and explains how our professional standards can help to remove those unwanted carpet stains or upholstery stains.
   
   
   

Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 6

Chem-Dry’s unique, hot-carbonating cleaning process means:

· A thorough, deep-down carpet and upholstery clean with minimum fuss.
· A naturally-based, safe and non-toxic cleaning solution – no shampoos,
detergents or solvents.
· No shrinkage or excess water left behind to provide a breeding ground for
mould or bacteria.
· No dirt-attracting residue left behind after the clean, so carpets and upholstery
stay cleaner for longer.

Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 5

Cleaning by professionals

Independent research recommends that carpets be cleaned and refreshed every twelve
months. A regular clean is especially important for areas which are frequently used, or
if you share your home with allergy sufferers or pets.
There are many risks involved if you shampoo your carpets yourself, or use an
unqualified cleaning company. A true professional will only provide a price for
cleaning after assessing the job to be done. They will carefully consider the size, age,
condition and soil content of your carpet, and also test it for colourfastness.
When you next want to refresh your carpets or upholstery ask us to provide you with a
FREE, no-obligation quotation. You’ll be sure to get a fully insured, 100%

satisfaction-guaranteed service, delivered by ISO 9001 accredited professionals.

Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 4

Tackling stains

 If you do stain your carpets or upholstery, take great care! Many ‘stain removal
guides’ provide a long list of products to use different situations – detergent, vinegar,
alcohol, benzene, acetone, dry cleaning solvent etc. Wrongly used you may end up
doing more harm than good and leave a permanent stain, which even a professional may have difficulty removing.
Plain water is the universal solvent that will work on most things. By using warm
water, a clean muslin-type cloth and gently dampening and blotting the stain, you will
work most things out. Be careful and patient and most importantly, do not rub the
affected area.

Alternatively, use Chem-Dry’s stain Extinguisher™, Professional Strength Spot
Remover or Grease & Oil remover as directed.

If a stain remains, or if in doubt, ask us to assess the situation.