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5 ways to improve your indoor air quality : Life Kit Want fresher, cleaner air at home? We share practical tips from researchers on how to clean your house (and your air), test your air quality, and change your habits to limit indoor air pollution.

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5 ways to improve your indoor air quality

5 ways to improve your indoor air quality

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Studio photograph showing white open window with blue sky and clouds. Ventilation is one tip that can improve indoor air quality.
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Studio photograph showing white open window with blue sky and clouds. Ventilation is one tip that can improve indoor air quality.
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Want fresher, cleaner air at home? We share practical tips from researchers on how to clean your house (and your air), test your air quality, and change your habits to limit indoor air pollution.

Five practical ways to improve your air quality at home:

  1. Think about the air pollution that's coming from inside your home.
  2. Keep your house as dust-free as possible.
  3. Check, remove, and prevent mold.
  4. Consider getting an air cleaner.
  5. Test your air quality and monitor your air with air sensors.