Indoor Air Pollution

I try to be really green with the things I use in my home, like cleaners and air fresheners. The main reason for this is Hailey’s asthma, I try not to subject her to additional chemicals and pollutants. Even though I never use chemicals in my home, the air in your home can be up to 100 times more polluted than the air outside, that’s a little scary considering home is where you spend most of your time. I thought I was doing all the right things, no one smokes in my home, I use vinegar and baking soda to … 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