{"id":5089,"date":"2016-05-19T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-05-19T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/Asthma\/mother-nature-is-hard-to-control-allergens-in-your-flooring-dont-have-to-be\/"},"modified":"2016-05-19T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2016-05-19T08:00:00","slug":"mother-nature-is-hard-to-control-allergens-in-your-flooring-dont-have-to-be","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/mother-nature-is-hard-to-control-allergens-in-your-flooring-dont-have-to-be\/","title":{"rendered":"Mother Nature is Hard to Control. Allergens in Your Flooring Don\u2019t Have to Be."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"bona-free-and-simple-hardwood-floor-cleaner\"We all want to embrace the sunshine and flowers of a new spring to shake winter\u2019s cold chill. However, many of us also dread the inevitable increase of pollen and other allergens that affect over 60 million of us with asthma and allergies each year.<\/p>\n

Even though we can\u2019t stop plants from pollenating and we can\u2019t control the outside environment, we can control the air quality inside our homes. You can create a healthier home by taking active steps toward reducing allergens and irritants, like caring for the largest surface in the home, your floors.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to remember that not all types of flooring are created equal when it comes to your asthma and allergies. Wall-to-wall carpeting is a common home for dust mites that can trigger an allergic reaction in many people. Carpet is also difficult to keep dry and moisture is a breeding ground for mold. Instead, opt for bare floors with small, washable area rugs, which are much easier to keep trigger-free.<\/p>\n

While hard surfaces like hardwood are better, be mindful of varnishes and cleaning products with volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Look for Certified asthma & allergy friendly<\/span>\u00ae cleaning products, like the Bona free & simple\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> Hardwood Floor Cleaner, that are scientifically tested and proven to be more suitable for those with asthma and allergies.<\/p>\n

The Bona free & simple\u00ae Hardwood Floor Cleaner meets strict standards for appropriate levels and ingredients when:<\/p>\n