Friday, November 19, 2010

Sweeper Wisdom

To protect and preserve your irreplaceable lungs and to avoid chronic breathing problems:
  1. Wear a dust mask EVERY single time you vacuum (which should be often) or,
  2. INVEST in a good quality vacuum cleaner with a special filter like a HEPA.
Since the more advanced machines cost a little more, I would suggest you do your homework before purchase to be sure you are getting your money’s worth. There are review magazines available in your public library. Dealers often pad the online reviews.

The old-fashioned sweepers without filters simply churn and blow carpet garbage directly into your face (please do not make me draw another dust mite)!

Huge amounts of irritating airborne stuff will eventually settle onto your carpets and floors. In addition carpets collect all that disgusting street mess that gets tracked in on shoes and boots.

If you have a vacuum with a disposable bag, ALWAYS wear a dust mask when you dump and replace the bag. It’s a good idea to have your carpets cleaned professionally as often as you can afford. The carpets (and your lungs) will last longer.

Be well. Breathe beautifully.

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