{"id":5118,"date":"2015-08-27T12:49:43","date_gmt":"2015-08-27T12:49:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/Asthma\/coming-clean-on-washers-and-dryers-what-does-it-take-to-pass-certification-testing\/"},"modified":"2015-08-27T12:49:43","modified_gmt":"2015-08-27T12:49:43","slug":"coming-clean-on-washers-and-dryers-what-does-it-take-to-pass-certification-testing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/coming-clean-on-washers-and-dryers-what-does-it-take-to-pass-certification-testing\/","title":{"rendered":"Coming Clean on Washers and Dryers: What Does it Take to Pass Certification Testing"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"8.27.15Allergen removal, reduction, and avoidance in the home are now accepted<\/a> as a vital part of an effective asthma and allergy management plan. That means families living with asthma and allergies can help reduce exposure to their triggers by simply working to create a clean and healthy home environment with better indoor air quality (IAQ).<\/p>\n

But there\u2019s no single product or approach<\/em> that can improve IAQ on its own. Earlier in the summer, I wrote a few blog posts about how to reduce allergens and irritants in carpet through frequent vacuuming<\/a> and professional carpet cleanings<\/a> with Certified asthma & allergy friendly<\/span>\u00ae products and services. Today I\u2019m going to talk about washing machines<\/a> and tumble dryers! Each one can play a unique role in creating a healthy home.<\/p>\n

Washing machines and tumble dryers that are Certified asthma & allergy friendly<\/span>\u00ae are proven through lab testing to considerably reduce allergens that can accumulate on washable items, such as sheets, pillows, comforters, clothing, washable rugs, small plush toys, etc.  Some washing machines can be an important tool in an overall plan of asthma and allergy management. But not all laundry machines are equal.<\/p>\n

In order for a washing machine<\/strong> to earn Certification, our strict scientific standards for appropriate levels must be met in lab testing. For example, some of the things we look at are its capability to:<\/p>\n