What can I do about indoor air quality?

With Spring in full force, I’ve noticed a thin film of pollen on my car over the last few days. Consequently, I’m noticing plenty of people suffering from seasonal allergies. These can be tough to manage when the cause is something like blooming trees, plants, and flowers. Sometimes, though, our allergies are caused by things that we can control. Sensitive to certain foods? Don’t eat them. Allergic to cats? Don’t spend time around them. Are you allergic to dust, mold, or other things found indoors? What do you do then? A huge number of people have symptoms that are caused by poor indoor air quality, and many of them get confused and frustrated about what to do to improve the situation.

So, what can you do to improve indoor air quality in your home? Here are a few ideas, though this list is far from comprehensive…

1. Contact a local company that evaluates and treats indoor air quality.

2. Use a high quality air purifier.

3. Use natural cleaning products. These are easy to find in stores where you shop regularly.

4. When you do home improvements, ask about non-toxic product options.

5. Open your windows!

As a paint company, we can advise you about a wide variety of options for interior painting. From paints with far fewer toxic chemicals to clay plasters that are 100% natural — We’re happy to talk with you about available options in Richmond. They’re often cost effective, and in some cases, you have an opportunity to support a local business, so you can support the local economy while you support your family with a healthy paint.