One in every nine Australians is asthmatic, and sadly, more than 400 Australians die of asthma each year. Combine this with Australia having one of the highest rates of childhood asthma in the developed world, and you can see the problem is real.
What causes an asthma attack? Asthma is typically prompted by allergens like trees, grass or weeds, dust mites, cockroaches and animal fur. Air-based allergens can be smoke, strong chemical smells and perfumes.
Just like many blinds today are designed with man-made fibres, so are carpets. This is because they are produced not only to be fade and stain-resistant but to ensure they don’t house allergen nasties which can lead to chronic health problems.
The good news is if there are allergy sufferers in your home, you aren’t limited to a hard floor option. You can still have the warmth of the carpet without the worry of allergies.
Though wool carpet is beautiful and luxurious, we recommend an SDN or polypropylene carpet for allergy sufferers. This is because natural fabrics like wool will absorb moisture, encouraging mould.
SDN (solution dyed nylon) carpets are easy to maintain with excellent performance. Not only is it insect resistant its stain and fade resistant as well.
Polypropylene cut pile carpets are beautifully soft and luxurious underfoot at a price point to suit your home, a rental property or a commercial building.
With regular vacuuming, ventilation and opting for a short-cut pile carpet, you are well on your way to reducing allergy flare-ups.
Book a Harrisons free measure and quote today to discover which carpet is not only the right colour and feel for your home, but which is the healthier flooring option for you.
