What is the difference between dust and dust mites?
Dust is the accumulation of very fine particulates, the kind that you can sometimes see floating around the air when the light streams through the windows late afternoon. It is not healthy to breathe in dirt. Dust mites are live microscopic creatures which inhabit our bedding, carpets and upholstery. Dust mites feed on human and animal skin (dander), pollen, fungi and bacteria. The food consumption and development of the dust mites increases with higher relative humidities (55% to 90%) and common indoor temperatures (250°C). Since you spend up to 1/3 of your life in the bedroom and need a good night’s sleep, it is essential to take care of the dust mite problem there first! To keep it simple, dust mite covers on your bedding cut off their food source. Encase mattresses, pillows and bolsters in tightly woven Demitze Allergicovers – an special anti dust mite encasings. Keep your room at a low humidity level and eliminate any dust harboring articles in the room.
