The fine dust does not hit the noise of a drilling machine but still sticks to each surface in the apartment, going straight into the respiratory tract of children and the elderly. For many families living near the construction area, the story of fine dust is not just a matter of household hygiene, but a matter of health and long-term quality of life.
Preventing dust right from the door, fundamental solutions for the family
According to Dr. Brett Singer - an indoor air quality research expert, Lawrence Berkeley National laboratory (USA), most of the PM2.5 fine dust enters the apartment through windows, gaps and balconies.
Closing doors during peak construction hours, blocking the cracks with rubber gasoline and limiting natural ventilation when there is a lot of dust outside are simple but effective measures, Dr. Singer recommended.
For families living in apartments, installing curtains to prevent dust on the balcony, using carpets in front of the door and changing shoes as soon as they enter the house significantly reduces the amount of dust on the feet of people entering. An air purifier equipped with HEPA film is considered a necessary solution, especially for families with young children, pregnant women and the elderly.
Keeping the air clean to protect the family's rhythm
Polludable air leads to many consequences in daily life: children cough or cough, adults are tired, the house is always in a state of constant cleaning. Dr. Singer said that cleaning the house with a wet towel and vacuuming with a good filter will limit fine dust from being stirred up into the air. Soft surfaces such as curtains, sofas, and floors need to be washed periodically because this is where the most fine dust accumulates, he said.
In addition, arranging trees indoors can help improve the mic climate, but you need to clean the leaves regularly to avoid the dust sticking back. Families should also unify their living habits: limit opening the balcony during peak hours, assign cleaning work appropriately to avoid unnecessary stress.
Living near construction sites is a reality that is unlikely to change in the urbanization process. However, with proactive and scientific solutions, each family can completely keep dust on the door, protect health and maintain peace in their own apartment.
