A clean, dust-free bedroom is more comfortable, better for your health, and stops pesky dust mites from moving in and putting their feet up.
That said, keeping your room free of dust is easier said than done – especially if you’re short for time, energy, and the right cleaning products and methods. So, if you’re wondering how to get rid of dust in your bedroom, our experts at Shark Clean have come together to guide you on your journey to a dust-free room.
Below, we’ll take you through what causes a dusty room, how to reduce dust in your bedroom and how to get rid of dust mites.
What causes a dusty room?
Dust in your bedroom is a part of life, and we mean that literally – dust in the home can be made up of as much as 50% dead skin cells, so it’s a by-product of living.
When figuring out what causes the dust in your room – a list of factors can be contributed, which includes dirt, fabric fibres, pollen, pet dander and other airborne pollutants. This is your first step to learning how to prevent dust in your bedroom in the first place.
So read on, as we get to the root of all that dust.
Skin cells
The first step in learning how to get rid of dust in your room? Realising that you’re the main culprit! As humans, we naturally shed skin. Those dead skin cells enter the air, where they accumulate as dust. They’re also the main food source for dust mites, which we’ll get to shortly.
Dirt
Dirt particles, whether they’re resting on a surface or in the air, will eventually turn into dust. Dirt usually enters your home – and eventually, your room – through your doors or windows, or as a passenger on your shoes, clothes, and even your hair.
Pet Dander
As lovely as it is to have pets in your home, just like us they are constantly shedding skin cells, which contributes to dust build-up over time.
Pollen
Pollen is not only a common cause of allergies – it adds to the dust in your room, too. Pollen particles can enter your room by airflow, clothes, pets and your hair.
Airborne pollutants
Air pollutants are more common in the city, where soot, dirt and smoke can enter the air via construction sites or traffic fumes.
7 simple strategies to reduce bedroom dust
If you’re wondering how to prevent dust entering your bedroom, you’ve come to the right place. When empowered with the right methods and products, cleaning your room becomes a breeze. Better yet, there’s a range of easy tactics to eliminate dust from your bedroom: improving your sleep, relaxation, and general health.
Remember, dust is an inevitable (and constantly replenishing) part of life. We all get busy, and it’s okay if your room isn’t always spotless. That said, following the strategies below will keep your dust levels to a minimum – so let’s get started.
1. Dust strategically
When learning how to get rid of dust in your room, there are a couple of key dusting rules to follow.
The first? Dust from top to bottom. This way, you won’t be doubling your workload by starting from the bottom, then having to re-dust the lower half of your room later.
The second? Dust either clockwise or anticlockwise. This means you won’t have to dust the same area twice, as dust from above or adjacent parts of your room won’t mix with already cleaned surfaces.
2. Vacuum frequently
Give your floor and furniture a vacuum once per week. For satisfying results, try a high powered vacuum like the Shark Cordless Vacuum with Self Cleaning Brushroll. With advanced swivel steering, a 40-minute runtime, and a removable battery for hassle-free charging, it’s a quick, convenient way to remove room dust.
3. Groom pets
Regularly grooming your pets can help reduce pet dander, and the dust it causes. How often you should brush your pet depends on your pet and the time of year, but a specialist corded vacuum – such as the Shark Navigator Pet Vacuum with Self Cleaning Brushroll – can help. Lightweight and allergy-friendly, it’s made for even the most stubborn of pet hair, with an integrated extendable hose allowing you to remove dander from those places only your pet can get to!
4. Use an air purifier
An air purifier captures, filters, and eliminates dust – as well as an array of other airborne pollutants and allergens, such as pollen and particulates – without you having to move a muscle. The real beauty of an air purifier, though? That, while a vacuum combats dust on your bedroom’s floor and furniture, an air purifier tackles that less visible dust floating around in the air you breathe. What’s more, air purifiers can help you maintain low levels of humidity in your bedroom, which helps combat dust mites. (More on that below!)
The only thing to remember is that dust will build up around your air purifier’s vents – so be sure to clean the filter regularly to keep it firing on all cylinders.
5. Mop your en suite
If you’re still wondering how to reduce dust in your room – even after your room is clean – try steam mopping your en suite. Mopping your bathroom will stop dust and dirt buildup there from transferring into the bedroom.
Not only is a steam mop much faster and easier to use than your traditional mop and bucket, but its heat also eliminates dust mites. What’s more, as it relies on the cleaning power of steam, you won’t be introducing any harsh, harmful or allergenic chemicals into the room where you sleep.
Shark has a whole range of steam mops to keep your floors clean and dust-free, with models to suit all budgets. The Shark Steam Mop is our most affordable steam mop, while the Shark Steam and Scrub Mop scrubs and sanitises at the same time. And, for an even more comprehensive clean, the Shark Klik N’ Flip allows you to cover double the floor area to get rid of dust – fast.
6. Regularly wash bedding
Naturally dust can accumulate onto your bedding and mattress while you sleep. To combat this, wash your bedding, sheets and pillowcases regularly, ideally on a hot water cycle. Then, use the Shark Wandvac Handheld Vacuum on your mattress, utilising overlapping strokes for thorough dust removal. The Shark Wandvac Handheld Vacuum is lightweight, with a duster crevice tool and multi surface pet tool designed to target multi-surface pet dander. Even better, the 10-minute runtime and one-touch debris emptying make it a fast, hassle-free way of dealing with dust.
7. Keep your dust-fighting products clean
The final part of knowing how to reduce dust in your room? Keeping your dust-cleaning products in top condition.
After enough use, empty your vacuum bags, change the dirt grip pads on your steam mop and, once a year, replace the filter in your air purifier. Give the outside of these appliances a regular wipe down to keep them free of dust and stains.
How to get rid of dust mites
Dust mites feed on your dead skin cells, so – as their name suggests – dusty areas are their preferred breeding ground. Unsurprisingly, you don’t want this to be your bedroom: the presence of dust mites can cause allergy symptoms (such as itching, rashes, sneezing, and swelling) as well as reduce your home’s air quality levels.
To combat dust mites, follow the strategies we’ve listed above (including using an air purifier, mopping your en suite, and regularly washing your bedding) and make sure you thoroughly vacuum your floors, mattress, and any other bedroom furniture with a handheld vacuum. These are hotspots for hidden dust mites – so leave no stone unturned!
Some other top tips for getting rid of dust mites include:
- Using allergen-proof pillows and mattresses.
- Washing soft toys (dust mites can affect these, too!)
- Reducing the amount of clutter in your home.
We hope you enjoyed learning how to prevent dust buildup in your bedroom. Next, learn how to deep clean your entire home with Shark Clean.
