HOW CAN UNDERFLOOR HEATING HELP
CHILDREN WITH ALLERGIES?
Many children suffer from allergies, especially dust allergies, which can cause runny noses, itchy eyes, and even trigger asthma symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath. Since children often play on the floor, they are more exposed to dust mites—one of the most common indoor allergens.
Could underfloor heating help reduce this problem? Let’s explore how it can make your home a healthier environment for your child.
Eliminating The Dust Mite Problem
When you hoover your home or walk on carpeted floors, dust mites can float in the air. Radiators also have a role to play in circulating the dust around your home since the convection current distributes the warm air, releasing dust into the atmosphere which causes sufferers irritation.
Another way to eliminate dust mites from the home is to install underfloor heating systems.
Ways to Reduce Dust Mites in Your Home:
• Replace carpets with linoleum or wooden flooring.
• Keep pets out of the house whenever possible and certainly out of the bedrooms.
• Choose mite-proof pillowcases and duvet covers.
• Frequently wash your bedding and upholstery to get rid of dust mites.
How Can Underfloor Heating Reduce Dust Mites?
Underfloor heating systems don’t circulate dust through your home in the same way as a radiator. Underfloor heating works very well with tiles and wood floors too, so you can eliminate the problem of dust mites in the carpet while also keeping your home warm and cosy.
Installing an underfloor heating system beneath your carpet can reduce the number of dust mites by up to 80% by maintaining a higher temperature. level of heat. When you install underfloor heating into your home rather than rely on convection heaters like radiators, you can significantly reduce the number of allergic reactions that your child will experience and can greatly improve their unpleasant symptoms.
Additional Benefits of Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating isn’t just beneficial for allergy sufferers—it also offers:
• Better indoor air quality by reducing airborne dust.
• Energy efficiency, lowering heating costs.
• Aesthetic appeal since there are no bulky radiators.
Make Your Home Allergy-Friendly
Switching to underfloor heating can significantly reduce allergens, helping your child breathe easier. If you're interested in learning more, get in touch today for expert advice on the best underfloor heating solutions for your home!