How To Get Rid Of Dust Mites in 6 Steps

Introduction To House Dust Mites

• Thousands of house dust mites live in your home: they are too small to see (0.2mm) and look like an 8 legged arachnid. These cause your Dust mite allergy

• Dust mites mostly live in the bedroom: items like mattresses, pillows, and curtains.

• Do Dust Mites Bite? No Dust Mites cannot leave bite marks but will cause an itchy red rash

• What is a Dust Mite Allergy? You are allergic to the proteins on the dust mite. This is found inside their gut and in their faeces. When these proteins come into contact with your skin, face and airways, your body has a reaction causing your symptoms

Click Here to See Pictures of What A Dust Mite Bite is and What Dust Mites Look Like

Dust Mite Allergy Symptoms

• Itchy skin and red rashes that may result in scratch marks
• Mucus in throat (Rhinitis and Sinusitis)
• Runny or Blocked nose
• Cough
• Itchy, red and watery eyes
• Facial pressure
• Tired
• Swollen, blue-colored skin under your eyes
• Difficulty breathing
• An audible whistling or wheezing sound when exhaling
• Poor Quality sleep, often caused by shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing
• A child, often rubbing their nose upwards

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Step 1 - Encasements - Anti Dust Mite Bedding for Mattress / Pillow / Duvet

• Use a dust mite protector for your pillow, mattress, and duvet: These are designed to have an inpenetrable barrier that keeps dust mites from getting in or out. This will kill the dust mites trapped inside and prevent dust mites on the outside from hiding.  
• Click here to find out how dust mite encasements work

• Washing your bedding every week at 60 degrees: The dust mites that are outside your encasements will die from this temperature

• Signs of a Good Dust Mite Protector/Encasement/Case
• 1. Waterproof Zip AND Material: The material and its zip should not let water through. If there are any holes or gaps in the material or the zip, dust mites can sneak in, making the cover not work well to stop allergies.
• Most encasements will stop water, but do not have a waterproof zip make sure when buying you check it has both. 

• 2. Freeze Friendly: The best dust mite cover is designed to be put into a freezer, as studies show this kills 100% of dust mites and more convenient than washing  (American Academy of Allergy Freeze Technique)

• 3. Two Layers: It's important that the cover is waterproof on the inside to have maximum dust mite protection and has a breathable outer layer to maximise cooling and comfort

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Step 2 - Get Rid Of Dust Mites In Carpet

• Remove all carpets: Carpets are the largest fabric in home and most dust mites will live in the fabric. Dust Mite struggle to thrive on hard materials such as wood or tiles

• Replace carpet with a hard surface such as wood or titles

• The fewer gaps between your floor panels, the better, as this minimizes places where dust can accumulate.

• If you are unable to replace the carpet
• Weekly vacuum the carpet

• Weekly spray dust mite solution as this will act as a repellant (click here for our eucalyptus based spray)

• Consider buying a steam cleaner for maximum results

Step 3 - Reduce Dust Mite Humidity

Dust Mite Humidity Control

• Set Humidity to 50%: Dust mites will start to die of dehydration once humidity is below 50%.

Picking The Best Dehumidifier for Dust Mite Allergy

A dehumidifier is the easiest way to reduce humidity in the home here are the top 3 features you should be looking at to solve your dust mite allergy:

1. Humidity sensor that activates whenever humidity drops below 50%. We recommend setting the sensor to 45%, as humidity levels tend to be higher further away from the device.
2. Washable filter to make sure the air coming out doesn't spread dust.
3. Quiet Operation so you can keep the dehumidifier running all night. A 2-hour rise in humidity will allow dust mites to rehydrate

Tips On Reducing Dust Mite Humidity Level

• Do not air dry inside: dry items outside or in a drying machine

• Keep windows closed when it's humid or wet outside. You can check the current humidity by googling "humidity in my area" or buy a humidity monitor to place outside your window. If humidity is above 50%, it's best to keep the windows closed.

• Fold blanket when you wake up: fold your blanket at the end of the bed to release any trapped damp air when you wake up.

Dust Mite Allergy Tips

Comprehensive Approach: Simply doing one step is not enough to effectively reduce your dust mite allergy. Focus on preventing dust mite reinfestation by following all 6 steps in this guide. Learn more about how  dust mite reinfestation happens

• Avoid making your bed in the morning to allow damp air to escape - see our tiktok video
• Full review on the good, bad and the scam dust mite tools on the market applications - See Our YouTube Video
• The optimal bedding choice for individuals with dust mite allergies is advanced Tencel, derived from Eucalyptus trees. It assists in moisture removal and is gentle on sensitive skin- Our recommended Tencel Bedding is here

When Unsure Remember CREVT: When uncertain about how to handle items in your home to reduce dust mite allergies, remember CREVT! Be sure to take a picture!

• Clean the item.
• Rinse: If cleaning isn't possible, rinse at 60 degrees or freeze the item
• Encase: If rinsing is not an option, encase the item.
• Vacuum: If encasing is not feasible, vacuum or freeze the item.
• Trash: If vacuuming or freezing is not suitable, dispose of the item. 

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Step 4 - Use a Air Purifier for Dust Removal

 

Air Purifier Benefits

 An air purifier removes dust particles from the air, reducing the number that can enter your breathing passages and spread to clean areas of your home. 

Key Features to Look For:

• HEPA High Efficiency Particulate Air: filters trap 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns, like dust and allergens, improving air quality for allergy sufferers and medical environments. A standard filter will not capture all dust allergens
• Quiet Operation: Ensures effectiveness even when left on at night, without disturbing your sleep.
• Carbon Filter: Eliminates pollutants from the air that may cause inflammation and worsen your allergies.

Usage Tips:

• Continuous Operation: Run the air purifier 24/7 to keep dust mite allergens in check.
• Night Mode: If you find the sound bothersome at night, select an air purifier with a reduced-volume night mode.

You can find our recommended HEPA Air Purifier Here

Step 5 - Remove Fabrics - Dust Mites in Carpet

• Remove Fabric Bed Frames: Opt for wood or metal frames instead.
• Remove Rugs and Mats: Try to get used to hard floors, or if necessary, wash them weekly.
• Remove Fabric Sofas: Use leather sofas instead.
• Remove Curtains: Replace them with metal or wood blinds.
• Remove Fabric Cushions: Choose leather cushions.
• Remove Fabric Toys: Use hard toys or wash fabric toys regularly by placing them in a laundry bag and washing at 60 degrees.
• Remove Old Wallpaper: Switch to painted walls.
• Remove Pets from the Bedroom: Allow them access to other rooms instead.
• Plain Walls are best: Avoid old wall paper that may hide mold and surfaces that can catch dust, such as exposed brick walls  

Step 6 - Clean and Freeze Dust Mites Removal

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Author's Note from Richard Williams:

Thank you for taking the time to read! As a lifelong allergy sufferer, my life long mission is to "Empower everyone with dust mite allergies to understand and control their condition"

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