It comes as no surprise that most people put the quality of the air they breathe high on the priority list — especially when it comes to the comfort of their homes! After all, it’s one thing to brave the elements and outdoor pollutants, and another thing entirely to tackle the air quality of your humble abode.
As your sanctuary, it’s important the air quality is such that you can take deep breaths and feel nourished by your environment. Sure, keeping your house clean is a good first step, but that’s all it is: a first step.
Fortunately, there are quite a few ways you can improve indoor air quality — and the best part is it’s all natural!
Adding a splash of life to your home
When I talk about adding a splash of life, I mean it literally. This comes in the way of indoor plants, and they do a fantastic job of improving overall air quality. As nature’s air filters, the more houseplants you own, the better the air quality becomes.
Of course, I don’t think I need to tell anyone that the plants need to be real. I know that maintenance can be an issue, but there are plenty of houseplants out there that don’t need too much TLC to keep going.
In fact, you can make a pretty good compromise and go for a combination of real and fake plants. That way, you don’t have to worry too much about maintenance while at the same time adding plenty of variety to your home.
Curious as to which indoor plants act as the best filters? A few examples include the bamboo palm, the rubber plant (which is real I swear), and the Boston Fern.
As for which fakes work best, typically these are the vivid plants and flowers that are known to wilt quickly. Sunflowers and roses come to mind.