Things You'll Need:
- vacuum
- eucalyptus essential oil
- vodka [90% proof]
- small spray bottle
- washing machine
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Step 1
Because dust mites live in fabrics, carpets and upholstery you must learn to be fastidiously clean. Vacuum carpets and upholstery regularly. If possible rip up the carpet and install wooden floors. Dust regularly.
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Step 2
Dust mites do not like sunlight. On a nice day hang out comforters, blankets, etc. on the line to bask in the sun.
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Step 3
Hang pillows on the line with multiple clothespins and then beat with a broom handle to shake the debris from the dust mites loose. This will also shake off any dead skin that they can feed on.
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Step 4
Wash bedding often adding several drops of eucalyptus oil to the water. Use the warmest water setting allowable for the fabric.
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Step 5
Make a spray of 1 cup vodka and 20-30 drops of eucalyptus essential oil. Spray your pillows and bedding a couple times per week. Use the spray on upholstery and carpets as well.










Comments
mrsmac said
on 10/13/2009 Good tips here that I have to try I have a dust allergy but I hate housework! Funny thing is I have always put the quilts out in the summer to Air as my granma would say.
withmore said
on 9/8/2009 Great tips, thanks
moonsun55 said
on 9/1/2009 WOW! I didn't know you could control them. Thanks for sharing.
antiherofenix said
on 5/1/2009 you can also use vinegar ^_^
AndreaDorie said
on 8/22/2008 Great ideas! We have dogs and I don't like using commercial chemicals around them. Thanks!!