Have you been inside your house or office and could practically taste the impurities in the air? This could be dust, pollen or other nasty airborne contaminants. Nevertheless, breathing in these particles could make you sluggish or sick. The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to maintain the […]

Most Americans don’t realize cooking can be a major source of indoor air pollutants, unless they’ve recently burned something on the stove. But studies have shown that cooking-related contaminants can cause health problems such as respiratory illness and asthma attacks. This information is from an article by a scientist at Berkeley Lab who investigates indoor air quality. […]

Ceiling fans are typically seen as making a bold statement in a building’s design, but all you have to look at is the science behind the fan to understand that these fans are more than just for show and more about how they make people feel. Design is being redefined according to the human comfort […]

With winter approaching windows and doors are limiting the amount of fresh air into your home. If you’re one of the many Americans who heat their house with a wood burning stove during the winter, it’s important to remember that potentially harmful smoke and fume can be released into your home that can trigger various […]

Today, most people spend around 90 percent of their time indoors. Yet our indoor air pollution is anywhere from two to five times higher than what is found outside. Unfortunately, there are several ways that poor indoor air quality costs you both at home and at work. 1. Loss of Productivity In one study, participants […]