Keeping the house free of dust and mites is not an easy task. If there are people with respiratory problems, pets and/or small children in your home, you surely aspire (pun intended!) to have everything impeccable., and for this these ten vacuum cleaners for allergies that we have selected for you can help you.
In addition, we explain Some guidelines to keep your home clean and with a cleaner environment, keeping allergies at bay in the most effective way.
1. It is one thing to sweep and another thing to clean
Broom It is an invention with many centuries of history, initially as a tied bundle of branches; The one we know today, wide and flat, was created at the beginning of the XNUMXth century, and thus has reached the present without much evolution.
Brooms and brushes drag dust and spread it into the air. We caught it in part with the dustpan, but Another part remains uncollected or floating in the environment, especially the most minute or microscopic dust, so they are not the most effective alternative to eliminate dirt, especially if there are allergic people in your home.
Vacuum cleaners were born at the end of the XNUMXth century as a solution to this problem, since—as their name suggests—they absorb dirt inside. In addition, they have high-efficiency filters that prevent it from escaping again, avoiding secondary pollution.
High efficiency filters are classified according to their effectiveness - in accordance with the European standard, UNE-EN 1822-1 - in several levels:
For allergy sufferers, it is best to start with at least an H13 HEPA filter system. (like the one that has, for example, the Rowenta RO6859 Silence Force Allergy+), or even higher, as these two sled vacuum cleaners for allergy sufferers have, one bagless and one with a bag:
La Severin MY 7114 is a powerful, bagless, compact and handy multi-cyclonic vacuum cleaner, which has a HEPA filter H14, which allows it to capture 99,995% of dust and mite microparticles.
La Bosch GL-30 ProHygienic is currently the best vacuum cleaner for allergy sufferers, with a Ultra Allergy U15 filter, which allows it to trap up to 99,9995% of allergenic microparticles, achieving extraordinary cleaning of the environment.
2. Natural cleaning through water
Capturing dust is not easy, you have to capture dust from surfaces and from the environment, and prevent it from coming out again in the form of secondary pollution.
Effective, natural and hygienic cleaning using the water filter
Machines of this type include a water tank that acts as a Effective natural filter, trapping dust, hair, pollen, mites and other allergens, which remain floating in the water, unable to escape.
There are various models of vacuum cleaners with water filter, in this case we are going to highlight a couple, both of them german brands:
Karcher DS 6: Karcher is the world reference in the field of cleaning using water, and its DS 6 model is the successor to the legendary 5800, combining power, efficiency and the usual quality and functionality of the German firm (in addition to its classic yellow color).
Thomas Perfect Air Allergy Pure: The Thomas brand has various vacuum cleaners with water filters, including this machine that combines the effectiveness of natural water filtration with an H13 HEPA filter and an exhaust microfilter, to achieve maximum cleanliness and hygiene.
3. Don't let dust accumulate
The only way to keep dust under control is clean frequently, to prevent it from accumulating and rising and floating in the environment.
It is somewhat tedious to have to "take out the vacuum cleaner" every day, and that is why wireless stick vacuum cleaners, and especially robot vacuum cleaners, are being so successful., which do the work for us, so they are perfect for doing that daily cleaning, even when no one is home.
There are many robot vacuum cleaners, for all tastes and budgets, with various power levels and more or less advanced navigation systems, but in this case we are going to use two machines as an example, due to their special characteristics; both have high suction power and advanced laser-based navigation:
Automatic emptying (infographic)
El Roidmi Eve More is a model that includes automatic emptying base, a technology that is having notable success, due to the comfort and hygiene it provides.
The dirt that the robot collects in its interior tank is automatically transferred to the bag inside the self-emptying base, which has self-closing and has a capacity for several weeks; this way, the cleaning process is much more comfortable and hygienic. In addition, the Roidmi discharge tank has antibacterial and deodorizing technology, for greater hygiene.
UV-C technology
El Amibot Pure Laser It is a multifunction robot, which can also mop, but what is really special about this device is that it has UV-C ultraviolet disinfection technology, since it includes a lamp at the bottom that allows kill many viruses and bacteria.
4. Vacuum all surfaces, not just the floor
Dust can float in the air and settle everywhere. The more frequently you clean, the less dust there will be, and advanced filters can help too, but It is important to vacuum not only the floor, but also other areas, such as ceilings, furniture, tables and shelves, as well as upholstered surfaces (sofas, armchairs, cushions, mattresses, curtains, etc.), where allergens can hide, tucked between the fibers.
To vacuum different surfaces, cordless stick vacuum cleaners can be of great help. Today they are very powerful devices, and some include extensive equipment, which makes it easy to clean any corner of the house or inside the vehicle, as well as advanced filtering systems, which prevent dirt from returning to the environment.
There is a wide variety of stick vacuum cleaners, with a high level of performance and magnificent filtering systems, but we are going to highlight two for their exceptional qualities:
La Dyson V15 Detect es the most powerful on the market, It includes laser illumination to better see dust particles, even the one that cannot be perceived with the naked eye, and its digital screen shows the scientific proof of the particles it collects, by size.
In addition, it has a exceptional filtering system that allows it to trap 99,99% of microparticles of dust and mites, and its very complete equipment makes it a fantastic option for cleaning quickly, comfortably and effectively both floors and ceilings, furniture, upholstery or any other corner of the house.
Another sensational vacuum cleaner for allergy sufferers is the Robo Rock H7, a also very powerful broom that has a filtering system capable of capturing 99,99% of allergenic microparticles.
The H7 is capable of keeping the environment free of dust and mites, according to tests carried out independently by Airmid Healthgroup, and if that were not enough, It is the first stick vacuum cleaner that includes the possibility of using it with an empty tank or with self-sealing bags., to provide superior cleanliness and hygiene.
5. Clean unseen dirt
Stick vacuum cleaners like those mentioned above include mini motorized anti-mite brushes, which in combination with its high suction power, allow you to thoroughly clean sofas, armchairs, mattresses and other upholstered areas.
To achieve maximum cleaning on this type of surfaces there are the Mattress vacuum cleaners, a very specific category of devices that kill mites and other pathogens that hide between the fibers, being ideal for people with allergies and other respiratory problems.
UV-C ultraviolet light (or shortwave ultraviolet) is the most effective in this area, killing mites, bacteria and other germs, and preventing their future growth, and for this reason it is used in devices of this type, among which stands out, without a doubt, the leader of the category, the Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV.
6. Ventilate and aerate
In addition to everything mentioned above, It is important to ventilate and aerate, renew the environment. Mites and other microorganisms develop best in closed, warm spaces, with humidity and little light.
It is advisable to ventilate the house for 10-20 minutes (depending on the size of the house and its number of inhabitants, more or less time will be required). The best time to do it is in the morning, letting the natural air circulate through the house. (they can also help you air purifiers, but it is best to do it naturally).
Poor indoor air quality can harm our health, especially for people with allergies or respiratory problems, but not only for them, which can cause headaches, throat and eye irritation, dizziness, etc., or aggravate problems such as asthma.
It is especially important to ventilate the rooms, since after a whole night of sleeping, it is necessary to renew the air; In addition to opening doors and windows to allow circulation, it is also advisable to air out bedding., leaving it exposed to air and light for a few minutes.
In the bathrooms, leave the windows open after showers, to avoid excess humidity; If there are no windows, leave the door open, especially when you are ventilating the rest of the house.
It's also good air out the kitchen after cooking and eating in it, to renew the air and because there are various substances floating in the environment.
