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In addition to your Free mattress Hygiene & Allergy test we will also check your room for temperature and humidity levels. Humidity is an important factor in the fight against dust mites. What is Humidity? In simple terms, humidity is a measure of how much moisture is in the air. the most commonly used term for humidity is Relative Humidity. The level of moisture in the air is influenced by the availability of moisture 'to the air'. On a cold damp day, the relative humidity may be 90%RH. On a hot dry day the RH% may be 50%. If you really want to fight back against dust mites, get a stand-alone, single-room dehumidifier. Central dehumidifiers are also available, but cost more. Dust mites hate dry air. Maintain a relative humidity of 35 to 50%. Make sure to empty the dehumidifier tray frequently and keep it clean. If the tray isn't clean, mould growth will appear that could cause you more problems, like mould allergy. Be aware that if the humidity is too low (20-25%), it can irritate the sinuses and respiratory system
The Many Benefits of having a Dehumidifier

You can Control: condensation and prevent damp and mould in your home, conservatory, caravan or boat.
You can Dry: clothes, washing, carpets, curtains, upholstery, tents, and sailing equipment.
You can Protect: books, plasterwork, woodwork, antiques, carpets, curtains, window frames and paintings
Save Energy: economical to use - typically 2p per hour to run - saves on heating bills by warming the air.

The Problem... All air contains moisture and this is only natural, however, there can be too much. Especially in winter when moisture has been added through our day-to-day activities, such as boiling a kettle, drying clothes, showering and even breathing. A typical family adds as much as 20 pints (11 Litres) of excess moisture to the air every day. Modern Living... In the days when houses were poorly insulated, the excess moisture easily escaped from the home. Today, the double-glazing and draught proofing that keep our homes much better insulated also traps in the excess moisture we generate. Labour saving appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines and tumble dryers also contribute to excess moisture in the home, which in turn leads to condensation and humidity problems.		How do Dehumidifiers work? Air is drawn into the unit by a fan. The air is then cooled down and the excess moisture condenses onto a chilled surface after which it is safely collected in the removable water container. The air is then re-warmed with the energy removed during the cooling phase and returned to the room significantly warmer and drier than before.

Damaging to your Health... Just as seriously, condensation and humidity can pose a threat to your health. Excess moisture can aggravate conditions such as arthritis and rheumatism. Recent research indicates that high humidity causes more house dust-mite activity, which increases the risk of asthma.