What Kills Dust Mites Instantly - 7 Ways

You are probably here because you or a family member has a dust mite allergy and you want to find out how to kill them instantly. Below we have the 7 most effective ways:

1. High Heat: Dust mites cannot survive high temperatures. Washing bedding and linens in hot water (at least 130°F or 54°C) kills them instantly. You can also dry items on a high heat setting.

2. Freezing: If you have items that cannot be washed (like stuffed animals or decorative pillows), placing them in the freezer for at least 24 hours can kill dust mites.

3. Vacuuming: Using a vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter can effectively remove dust mites and their droppings from carpets and upholstery. Make sure to vacuum regularly

4. Dust Mite Sprays: There are specific sprays available that are designed to kill dust mites on contact. Look for products that are safe for use on fabrics. This could contain essential oils such as eucalyptus oil or chemicals such as benzyl benzoate. 

We recommend using eucalyptus oil as it kills dust mites without the harmful side effects found with other chemicals

5. Humidity Control: Keeping indoor humidity levels below 50% can help prevent dust mite infestations. Dehumidifiers or air conditioning can be effective in achieving this.

when buying a dehumidifier ensure it has a dust mite filter and auto turns off once its below 50% humidity. 

Our recommended dehumidifier can be bought here

6.Allergen-Reducing Covers: Encase pillows and mattresses and duvet in dust mite-proof covers. This will stop allergic symptoms and eventually kill them.

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7. UV Light: After 5 minutes exposure to UV light dust mites will start to die of dehydration. This makes hanging laundry or clothes outside effective - a UV light on a vacuum is not effective as you will not spend more than 5 minutes on one spot