Indoor air quality has been something that has become a health hazard this century. We hear about sick building syndrome and assume that it only affects 'sealed' commercial buildings- when in fact, the level of toxins and mold in the average household are astonishing and do have physical effects. Read more here:
http://www.lungusa.org/site/c.dvLUK9O0E/b.36056/k.BDFB/Indoor_Air_Quality/apps/lk/links.aspx
The good old houseplant is here to save the day!!
These often-overlooked air cleaning helpers rid the air of pollutants and toxins, counteracting outgassing and contributing to balanced internal humidity.
Find out which houseplants are our most effective allies in
keeping your household air clean and pure.
It is suggested that one plant should be allowed for approximately 10 square yards of floor space, assuming average ceiling heights of 8 to 9 feet. This means that you need two or three plants to contribute to good air quality in the average domestic living room of about 20 to 25 square yards.
Research has shown that these 10 plants are the most effective
all-around in counteracting offgassed chemicals and contributing to balanced internal humidity.
- Areca palm
- Reed palm
- Dwarf date palm
- Boston fern
- Janet Craig dracaena
- English ivy
- Australian sword fern
- Peace Lily
- Rubber plant
- Weeping fig
Although many plants like light, they do not all have to be placed near windows. Many indoor plants originated in the dense shade of tropical forests and have a high rate of photosynthesis. These are ideal for the home and can be placed in darker corners. When positioning plants, try to strike a balance between light and ventilation because the effect of plants on indoor air pollution appears to be reduced if they are set in a draft.
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