Avoid fireplaces that burn wood
Wood-burning fireplaces look really romantic but it will not be of any help if you want to have clean air at home. These fireplaces that makes use of wood as fuel produce materials which you can inhale and get into your lungs. The air will have a lot of carbon and soot when you make use of this kind of fireplace. Anything that has smoke is really a bad inhalant.
Filter the air
Using air filters can help rid the air with particles that may irritate your lungs. It is always safer to breathe thru an air system that makes use of a filter. Make sure you also change the filter as necessary.
Keep dust mites at bay
Dust mites love to live in our beddings and mattresses but this triggers exacerbation of COPD and asthma. You can get bed-bug proof pillowcases and covers for the mattress. These beddings are also mite proof. And instead of getting feather or goose-down pillows, go for foam rubbers. Another way to control dust mites is by using hot water when you wash your linen.
Avoid using chemicals
It might be tough when you think at it first especially when you are dealing with pet dander and dust but the cleaning chemicals we used today can also be lung irritants. As alternative you can make use of water and soap or you can even use vinegar. If you want to clean your air at home, do not just mask it with another odor.
Avoid smokers
In the U.S., about 85% of those who suffer COPD point their fingers to smoking. It will be best to stay away from smokers. It is a very hard habit to break but if you are having issues with your lungs, it will be best to quit if you do not want the disease to progress even faster.
