6 Simple Steps To Allergy-Proof Your Living Room

The living room is where family and friends congregate to spend time together, but it's also where a lot of dust mites and allergens reside. For those with sensitive noses, your upholstery, rugs, curtains and more could be the source of all that itching and sneezing. But you don't have to turn to medicine to relieve the allergies, simply make small tweaks in your living space.

1. Choose non-fabric upholstery

2. Dust at least once a week

3. Wash cushion covers

Avoid having too many scatter cushions and make sure to wash covers regularly.  

4. Open windows

5. Consider curtains carefully

6. Avoid automatic sprays

Ditch plug-in automatic air fresheners or insect sprays as they emit volatile organic compounds that can sometimes irritate sensitive noses.

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Text: Bauer/Additional Reporting: Sylvia Ong and Elizabeth Liew