Introduction
Watch an overview video
Step 1
Tools and Materials
Plywood
Circular saw
Electric drill
Wood screws
Peace lilies, spider plants, ficus trees
Wooden stairs
Plywood shelves
VOC-free paint
Wooden shutters
Furnace air cleaner
Touch control thermostat
Thermostat app
Step 2
Tips for Home Comfort
- Clean pets with baby wipes when they come indoors.
- Install dehumidifiers in basements.
- Install fans to replace old indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Install UV lamps to kill microorganisms.
- Put pillows in the freezer for 48 hours to kill dust mites.
- Grow air-purifying plants like peace lilies, spider plants, and ficus trees.
- Replace curtains with wood blinds.
- Get an air purifier connected to the HVAC system.
- Use a thermostat control system to create heating and cooling zones based on family preferences.
- Adjust humidity in individual rooms.
- Connect your thermostat to Wi-Fi and monitor home air quality via smartphone or tablet apps, wherever you are.
Pro Tip
To build a healthier, more comfortable home, prioritize air quality control. The EPA reports indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air, with contaminants like dust mites, mold, viruses, VOCs, and pet dander.
Airtight seals and insulation trap pollutants. Keep humidity below 50% to prevent dust mites.
Build simple plant shelves using plywood, painted with VOC-free paint for safety. Ultra-high filtration systems effectively trap viruses, bacteria, and mold spores.
