Common situation
Sneezing and dust at home: what to try before an air purifier
Dust on every surface, sneezing and itchy eyes point to particles in the air rather than damp. A few free changes come first; a purifier may help after that.
What it usually points to
Dust and sneezing point to things in the air: dust, pollen or pet dander.
What to check and try first
- Dust with a damp cloth, vacuum weekly (a HEPA vacuum if you have one), and wash sheets and pillowcases weekly in water hotter than 60°C.
- For a week, note when it's worst: the time of day, which room, the weather, and what was going on (showers, cooking, heating, cleaning). The pattern often points to the cause.
These steps assume only: dust on surfaces, sneezing, itchy eyes. Your home may be different. Add what else is going on and you'll get steps for your situation.
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What would change this
If symptoms carry on after two weeks of this, or are worse at home and better away, talk to a GP. If damp signs turn up, run this again.