Combine Air Purifying Tools With Décor for Healthy IAQ

There are many ways that you can achieve and maintain healthy indoor air quality in your residence. And you don’t need to compromise the aesthetics of your home by doing so. Instead of placing a standalone air purifier in the middle of a room, you can transform your décor with air-purifying tools.

Incorporating Natural Elements

There are many types of plant species that have the natural ability to purify your indoor air. They include peace lilies, spider ivy, aloe vera, ficus, bamboo palm, English ivy and golden pothos. Strategically place these plants around your residence so they can remove things like volatile organic compounds from your indoor air.

Make sure that you keep up with routinely taking care of your plants. Otherwise, they can end up doing your indoor air more harm than good. For example, overwatering your plants can lead to mold growth on the leaves and soil, which is dangerous to your health.

Bamboo Charcoal Purification

Bamboo charcoal can purify the air, and you can find it in several forms. Purchase a bamboo charcoal sculpture or decorative hanging pouch, and place it in a high-pollution area.

Lighting With a Salt Lamp

Himalayan salt lamps are unique pieces of décor that provide aesthetic appeal while purifying the air. This is thanks to their ability to release negative ions. Make sure you purchase a salt lamp that is large enough for the area you want to purify. You can even find mini salt lamps that plug into the USB port on your computer to promote a healthy workspace.

Over time, your salt lamp may start to lose its effectiveness. You need to replace the bulb periodically to ensure a strong glow and purification. Constant exposure to moisture can also negatively impact your salt lamp’s effectiveness.

Purifying Wall Art

Some types of wall décor and art incorporate purifying materials like carbon into their design. You can use this décor to neutralize odors and purify your indoor air. Keep in mind, these pieces may lose their effectiveness over time.

Wall décor that purifies your indoor air is a great complement to another form of purification, like a whole-house filtration system. These systems often remove as much as 99.97% of the particulate matter in your home. You can address any odors or volatile organic compounds (VOCs) left behind using purifying wall art that you place strategically in any room where the air needs purifying.

Support healthy indoor air quality by carefully planning the décor inside your home. Reach out to our team at Blaze for indoor air quality support at any of three convenient locations in North Carolina.