Procter & Gamble (P&G) has joined AAFA in the fight against indoor allergens and is dedicated to educating consumers about allergen reduction in the home. “P&G is committed to consumer education and providing consumers with products that will improve their quality of life,” says Ross Holthouse, External Relations Manager at P&G.
“By using products like Swiffer Dusters and Febreze Allergen Reducer you will be armed with the tools you need to help reduce the allergens from cats, dogs, dust mites and pollen hiding in your home.”
Together, AAFA and P&G offer these tips for controlling your allergen hot- spots:
Door Jams and Window Sills – Constant airflow in these areas means that dirt and dust collect here. Swiffer Dusters can trap and lock dirt, dust, and reduce allergens from cats, dogs, dust mites and pollen that gather in these places, instead of spreading it around like a traditional feather duster.
Plush Toys – Dust mites are very common in plush toys so wash them frequently in 130-degree hot water. Use Febreze Allergen Reducer to reduce 75% of allergens from cats, dogs, dust mites and pollen that may become airborne from fabrics, including those on your favorite stuffed animals. If toys are too fragile to wash, place them into a zip-lock bag then into to the freezer for 24-hours, and then rinse them in cold water to remove the allergens.
Walls – Although walls have twice the surface area of floors and ceilings they are largely ignored when you clean the house, but, walls are some of the biggest collectors of allergens. To prevent allergen buildup, pay close attention to furniture and carpets near walls and dust the walls weekly. Febreze Allergen Reducer is proven to reduce up to 75% of allergens from cats, dogs, dust mites, and pollen that can become airborne from soft surfaces like couches, chairs and curtains, and Swiffer Dusters can trap and lock dirt and dust, and reduce these allergens to help keep walls clear.
Closets and Drawers – Allergens from pollen can often be carried on your clothing. When you put clothes into closets and drawers, these allergens can cling to other items nearby and build-up in these closed spaces over time. Wash clothing more frequently during the spring, and pay close attention year- round to clothing in closets and drawers. Febreze Allergen Reducer is safe to use on virtually all fabrics, including most clothing, and Swiffer Dusters can help to keep dresser drawers and closet doors and shelves clean.
“With education and effective tools, consumers can learn about the most effective ways to reduce common household allergens,” says Tringale. Please visit www.aafa.org, www.febreze.com and www.swiffer.com for more information and tips on how to reduce these allergens in your home.