The Phobia Surrounding Dust Mites

Irrational fear comes to mind when I see articles about house dust mites that continue to crop up in local newspaper stories as well as national TV shows like Oprah. I have read and watched these so-called expects tell you to replace your pillow or mattress because of house dust mites. This only creates concerns so people will buy products. Another example is used by companies that clean heating ducts and picture a big house dust mite in advertisements.

It is true that some of the population is affected by house dust mites. However, the majority of us sleep right on through this. House dust mites like a warm, humid climate and if you’re that concerned try not making your bed before you spend your hard-earned money on solutions that won’t change a thing in your life. The kids will love you and the house dust mites will die off.

Another great way to put this phobia to rest is to make sure the next luxury or custom mattress you buy has fabrics that utilize Nano-Pal in combination with Bioguard, you will find that most luxury and custom manufacturers already utilize this technology. Like most everything else, technologies are developed in the home furnishing industry to combat these little critters and you do not need to spend more to get it. Spend your hard-earned money wisely and look for companies that have the latest technology at no extra charge. If on the other hand you’re in the minority and have allergies, click on this link to the Mayo Clinic to learn more: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dust-mites/DS00842.

In closing, do not confuse house dust mites with bedbugs as they are not the same. To learn about bedbugs click this link: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bedbugs/DS00663.

Thomas Jay Wacker, Founder
Simple-Pedic