Send dust packing
Dust is obnoxious. Within a day of wiping down your furniture and electronics, you’ll see those nasty specks completely covering the surfaces again. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to make your home less dusty.
Stop dirt and dust at the door
It would be hard to prove, but it is commonly held that approximately half of the dirt and dust in your home gets inside on your shoes and boots. Keep mats at each exterior door, one outside and one inside to be extra careful. Shake them out away from open windows and wash or hose them down regularly.
Add humidity
If you allow the air in your home to get too dry, you’re asking for more dust. Skin, fabrics, plants – everything will dry out and produce more dust when it’s dry. You can add moisture with a plug-in humidifier or a whole-house unit on your forced-air furnace. Also, running water in the tub or shower, boiling water in a kettle and air-drying clothes adds moisture to the air. Experts suggest you aim for an indoor humidity level of 30% to 50%.