Working from home means that I spend a whole lot of time in this house, I suppose, it's a great thing that I love my home so much.
It's not the large two story home that I dreamt of, on the contrary, there is very little about my current home, that resembles my dream home, and yet I love this house so much. For you to truly understand why, would require me delving into another long story, better shared another day.
My beautiful rancher, sitting right on a boundary line separating two cities, (creating certain complications when it comes to school enrollment) is more than just a home for me, it is a sanctuary for my family, the living room is where my baby took her first steps, the master bedroom is the space that allows me and my best friend to get away, every room has been transformed by my children's imaginations in one way or another, and it is my workspace.
Working from home means I spend a lot of time here, so much so, that the moment I have an opportunity to get away, I may jump a little too hard at the opportunity.
Creating a healthier home is a priority for me, not an option.Pinterest is perfect, when I am in search of new ways to keep my home clean. With 4 kids, this process is ever evolving. I have been blessed with healthy kids, and I would love to keep it that way, by doing my part.
These tips are awesome and simple ways for the busy mom to keep her home just a little bit healthier, and in turn safer for her family. They are easy to implement, and to maintain in order to allow you get back to the things that matter most to you!
No-Fuss Flooring
I love my wooden floors, unfortunately they are upstairs, and not downstairs. BHG, recommends Bamboo floors, not only is it durable and harder than oak and maple, Bamboo is a fast growing grass that will help to reduce our dependence on timber!
Oh, and did I mention that it is super affordable?!?
Hello bargain mom! Environmentally friendly, durable, easy to maintain, and affordable, where have I been?
Indoor Air Quality
When it comes to air quality, it can involve large and expensive changes, but there are simple things that you can do improve the indoor air quality of your home without making an extravagant
purchase.
Clean regularly, I know easier said than done, but it can be really helpful in improving the quality of air in your home. I struggle with this immensely, because it seems as if all I do is clean, which makes sense, with 4 kids, but combine that with a business, and simply trying to make time for myself, and I find myself wondering, where did the time go?
But cleaning regularly with products that do not contain harsh ingredients will keep your home cleaner and safer, if you do have carpet, use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter.
Consider an Air Purifier You can start with a more affordable, smaller unit, and expand later down the line. There are a lot of benefits of using an air purifier, from eliminating mold and allergens, Improved breathing for children and the elderly, odor, germ, and smoke removal, the list goes on, they are a great way to prevent respiratory illnesses, and keeping your home healthier.
There are great brands to consider:
Rocky Mountain Home Air Purifiers - 297
Whirlpool AP51030K Whispure -349.99
Hamilton Beach True Air -59.99
Check Your Filters How simple is it to check and replace our filters? How often do we really do
Options like electrostatic filters, use an electric charge to capture more airborne particles than the average filter. Depending on the filter that you have, or the quality of air in your home, you may have to change yours a little more often than others. While some change their filters at the end of every season, others may change their's once a month.
For More Tips about improving indoor air quality, check out this awesome list from My Home Ideas.
Is Your Drinking Water Safe?
I was so happy to discover that by simply calling my local municipality, I can have my home's water quality investigated. Of course, if your water has harmful pollutants, install a great water-filtration system and transform the quality of water in your home.
Open Your Windows
We spend so much time in our homes, that we may not realize just how stale the air is.
Opening your windows will allow for natural ventilation during the day, especially during cleaning. Opening your windows, is an easy, and affordable way to ventilate your home, and to improve air quality, during the day.
Control Dust
My favorite tips for controlling dust are from BHG!
- To minimize accumulated household dust, display hard-to-clean collectibles behind glass doors.
- To keep dust mites at bay in the bedroom, put allergy-control covers on mattresses and pillows, and be sure to wash bedding weekly in hot water and dry on high heat.
- Remodeling stirs up dust. After your project is complete, hire a licensed company to clean your home's duct system.
- Limit the dust in your living space by choosing easy-to-clean window treatments. Flat-weave cotton and linen fabrics are smart selections. It's best to avoid heavily textured draperies and blinds, which can collect dust.
What are some of the ways that you keep your household clean? Share your tips with us below!