
10/11/2025
The weather is finally cooling in the south and it feels great outside! Time to open those windows!
Is Your Indoor Air Really Clean? As we head into colder months, windows are often closed and heating is on, creating a bit of a pollutant trap indoors. Everyday items, activities, and choices can contribute more to indoor air pollution than we realize!
What Makes Indoor Air So Polluted?
- Dust & Pet Dander: Accumulates from everyday life, especially if you have furry friends.
- Household Products: Cleaners, fragrances, candles, and aerosols often contain VOCs that linger in the air.
- Wearing Shoes Indoors: Bringing in dirt, pesticides, and other outdoor pollutants.
- Cooking Smoke & Fumes: Residue and fumes from cooking oils, pots and pans, and food particles can degrade air quality.
- Furniture & Carpeting: New products release chemicals like formaldehyde over time.
- Poor Ventilation: Windows closed in winter reduce airflow, trapping pollutants inside.
Simple Steps for Cleaner Indoor Air
1. Invest in a High-Quality Air Filter
2. Ventilate Regularly – Open windows when possible to let fresh air circulate.
3. Houseplants to the Rescue! – Plants like spider plants and snake plants can help absorb certain toxins naturally.
4. Limit Harsh Chemicals – Choose natural cleaning products to reduce VOC exposure.
5. Vacuum and Dust Regularly – Especially if you have carpets or pets!