Have you ever wondered whether there are any hidden dangers lurking in your home? You might be surprised to learn that there are. Knowing the hidden dangers that could be lurking in your home is imperative if you’re going to keep your home as safe and healthy as possible.
Read on for a list of hidden dangers that you should be aware of:
Out Of Date Makeup And Cosmetics
Out of date makeup and cosmetics could cause a reaction – many people don’t pay attention to the dates on their products, but you should. Some of them recommend that you finish the product within 6 months, and some even less than that. Ensure you pay attention to this so you can be sure you’re using a good product. The products that cause problems are not always out of date, either. Certain chemicals, such as formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives and 1,4-dioxane (often found in shampoos and liquid soaps) can cause things like organ-system toxicity, and skin irritation. Research the ingredients in your products so you can make better choices in the future.
Toxic Cleaning Products
Toxic cleaning products are in most houses. Again, many people don’t understand how dangerous certain ingredients can be, even just to inhale them. Make sure you work with companies that use healthy products when coming to your home, too, such as an organic pest control company. You’d be surprised at how many products are damaging to the system.
Moisture/Mold
If your home gets excess moisture, you run the risk of allowing your place to go moldy. This can happen in the bathroom especially. Make sure you fix any moisture issues you have before mold starts to grow because once you have it, it’s so hard to get rid of it. A ventilation fan helps in this moist room of the house.
Pollution
Many things in the house can cause pollution, from smoking to toxic candles. Ingredients in many store-bought candles are toxic and when you burn them you risk damaging your health. Gas burning appliances can be an issue too. Ventilation helps here as well. This should be installed over the range.
Carpet
Carpets may look nice, but they can contain synthetic fibers and flame retardants, as well as dyes that create chemicals. If you have a new carpet installed ensure your home is well ventilated, and then most importantly, keep your carpet clean. Carpets can hold onto bacteria and dirt and are prone to things like moth infestation.
Mirrors
A mirror can enhance your home and add to your theme, but it can also be a hidden danger if you put it in direct sunlight. If the light bounces off the mirror and hits your flammable soft furnishings or glass trinkets, you could start a fire. At the very least, you might burn some of your furniture. This is why you must be careful about mirror placement. Make sure you close blinds/curtains if you’re going out on a hot day too.
Wall Mounted TVs
A TV must be supported or secured to the wall correctly, and you need to use the correct wall mount bracket. The last thing you want is for this to fall on a family member. Ensure it’s not directly above a fireplace if you use it – heat and technology do not go well together.
These are only some of the dangers lurking. What other hidden dangers would you add?