Looking to for some tips to improve your air quality in the home? Aside from our complimentary air purification services in Herkimer, we have compiled a few other tips that you can use to improve your indoor air.
Why not kill two birds with one stone and improve the comfort and look of your home with plants? In the infographic from Jana Flor she outlines 6 different plants to grow in your home to help air quality.
Some additional information that you might find useful….Cat lovers beware, it appears that the spider plant is the only plant listed that isn’t toxic to cats.
In this article by Janice Lim, some of the more specifics of the plants are outlined. She writes:
While plants in general are able to purify air, research in the United States and Australia has shown that there are some plants that perform this function better than others.
The plant called mother-in-law’s tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata), for example, has a special air purifying ability to go along with its unusual name – it can absorb harmful substances, such as benzene and formaldehyde, which could be present in the air.
These toxic particles are known as volatile organic compounds and are usually found in paints or new furniture. Long-term exposure to these substances is potentially harmful to human health.
Other plants with similar abilities include the peace lily, the Boston fern and the money plant. Besides absorbing toxic particles, these plants also provide fresh oxygen to the environment and release negative ions which are beneficial for one’s health.
Mr Peter Cheok of Far East Flora said Singaporeans are always looking for plant types suitable for an indoor environment.
“Particularly because Singaporeans are usually very busy with work, we are using plants which are suitable for indoor and do not require much maintenance, easier to take care of and yet will still grow well. This range of plants has always been popular with our customers,” said Mr Cheok.
One biotech company in Singapore, In Vitro, has found that injecting microorganisms into the soil can increase the plants’ air purification abilities by up to 10 times……read the full article here
The peace lily is of special interest due to the fact that it is the only flowering plant listed. If you prefer flowers in the home then the Peace Lily is going to probably be your go-to choice when it comes to a plant. Combined with one of our HYLA systems, you would be well on your way to taking the necessary steps to improve air pollution within the home.
How exactly do plants improve the quality of your air?
According to Facts@Web, these three plants can help most in the upcoming fall/winter season:
Boston Fern: A natural humidifier, it is an excellent plant to have if one suffers from dry skin problems. Also it helps maintain air moisture level in dry winter season. It absorbs the commonly found toxin formaldehyde, a chemical related to neurological diseases.
English Ivy: The most effective at filtering out formaldehyde and benzene, English Ivy works wonderfully for both home and office. It is ideal for those who have pets as it removes airborne allergens such as mold and fecal-matter particles. An evergreen climbing plant, English Ivy is adaptable and thus easy to grow.
Spider Plant: A usual sight, Spider Plant is easy to grow and maintain. One of the best air-purifying plants, it gets to work quickly, removing up to 90% of toxins in two days time. It effectively removes carbon monoxide, benzene and formaldehyde from the air. The plant also does well at removing mold and other allergens, being an added advantage for those with common allergy symptoms…..learn more on their youtube page
These plants are all readily available and can be a nice change to help improve both the appearance and comfort of your home. If interested in a complimentary air cleaning call MAB Air Solutions LLC today!
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