More on Houseplants that Help Improve Air Quality

Continuing where we left off yesterday, in Another Way to Go Green: Houseplants for Air Purification, I’d like to share more on houseplants that can help clean the air in our homes. As we learn more about the potential dangers of substances like formaldehyde, benzene, and other problematic gas such as carbon monoxide, we’re also learning that bringing in houseplants is a simple way to help purify the air and protect against these hazards. Some of these plants are quite common, so they’re readily available to us. Many are easy to care for as well. Here are some of the … Continue reading

Another Way to Go Green: Houseplants for Air Purification

We know that plants are good for many things, from providing food in the form of fruits, vegetables, and grains, to offering medicinal qualities, such as those found in the Aloe Vera plant. Plants also make great accessories, giving spaces throughout the home more life. However, plants deserve a lot more credit. They have some tremendous properties that can help make your home and your family healthier. We are aware that plants can absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into oxygen, but I for one hadn’t given this important issue as much thought as I should have. Then, I learned … Continue reading

Oreck Air Purifiers

The Oreck Company has recently introduced its new air purification system, the Oreck XL Professional, Signature Series, and proudly proclaims that is even more efficient than those that use HEPA filters. Apparently, HEPA filters retain moisture, which creates a breeding ground for mold and bacteria. The Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, claims that indoor air may be as much as five times more polluted than outdoor air. Clean air is obviously important, but it is especially so for those with respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies, as well as for small children, elderly people, and those with compromised immune … Continue reading