Step 1: You need Dust Mite Covers for an Anti-allergen barrier between you and the dust mites, and or down in your bedding.
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Type: Organic cotton mattress and pillow covers, 285 tc, 5.15 micron pore size, Zipper closure, Natural color.
- Fabric: 100% organic cotton, 285 tc.
- Protection: Very good
- Average pore size: 5.15 micron
- Tested by: PMI
- Certifications: certified allergen barrier
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- Organic cotton
- Unbleached, undyed, chemical free
- Small 5.15 micron pore size
- Certified allergen barrier
- Soft and silky feel
- Breathable
- Many sizes and depths
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- Pore size is not as small as some of the other we carry
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Solus Organic Cotton Dust Mite Mattress and Pillow Encasements
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On Sale-Save up to $100!
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$69.95 and up
$49.95 and up
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Type: 100% cotton dust mite encasings, 280 thread count, 4.91 micron pore size, zipper closure, White.
- Fabric: 100% cotton, 280 tc.
- Protection: Very good
- Average pore size: 4.91 micron
- Tested by: PMI
- Certifications: certified allergen barrier
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- Soft and lightweight
- Smooth under bed linens
- Certified allergen barrier - 4.91micron pore size
- Breathable
- Full range of size and depths
- 100% natural cotton
- Machine washable
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White Mountain Textiles Cotton Deluxe Mattress and Pillow Encasements
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On Sale - Save up to $50!
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$59.95 and up
$39.95 and up
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Type: Polyester stretch knit dust mite covers with water proof membrane
- Fabric: 100% polyester stretch knit w/ membrane
- Protection: Excellent
- Average pore size: No pores
- Tested by: n/a
- Certifications: n/a
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- Easy to put on and off
- Full range of sizes and depths
- Soft and silky surface feel
- Not noisy or crinkly
- Waterproof
- Comfortable to sleep on
- Impenetrable barrier to dust mites
- Machine washable
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- Made from synthetic materials
- Not organic
- Not as breathable as 100% cotton
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White Mountain Textiles Stretch Knit Dust Mite Mattress and Pillow Encasements
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$24.95 and up
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Step 2: You need HEPA Vacuum Cleaners, to trap the dust mite allergen inside the bag instead of exhausting it into the air. HEPA vacuum cleaners are sealed tight and won't allow your dust mites to filter through your vacuum back into your air.
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Type: Mid Size Plus Canister Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA filter and Power brush
- Motor: 1200 watts
- Filtration: ACTIVE S Class HEPA filter, Sealed System construction
- Controls: +/- fingertip controls on handle with LED indicator
- Brush: Parquet Floor brush and choice of Power brush size
- Tools included: 3 on-board tools
- Vacuum bag capacity: 4.76 qts
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- +/- finger tip controls on handle with LED indicator
- Silence insulation
- Dust bag change indicators
- Large dust bags
- Auto shut-off park feature
- Integrated rubber PVC bumper guards
- Choice of power brush size
- High quality fabric bags
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- Features a larger powerhead with more weight but very effective for thicker carpets and especially pet hair
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Miele Capricorn S5981 Luna Silver Canister Vacuum Cleaners
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$1099.00 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Lotus White, Sealed system upright vacuum with HEPA filtration, Swivel neck, auto height adjustment, rotary suction dial, onboard tools and more
- Motor: 1200 watt, 4800 rpm brush roller motor
- Filtration: Active HEPA with carbon
- Controls:fingertip suction and power
- Brush: 12" spring-loaded brush roller
- Tools included: 3 onboard full size accessory tools
- Vacuum bag capacity: 6.3 qt.
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- Sealed System HEPA and carbon filtration
- Finger tip power/brush roll controls
- Bag full indicator
- Durable construction
- 360° swivel rubber wheels
- Bumper guards
- Flat to floor cleaning
- 180° swivel neck
- 12 ft. extra reach hose
- Telescopic stainless steel suction wand
- Anti-tipping device
- 3 full size accessory tools on board
- LED headlights
- Automatic carpet height adjustment
- Easy filter/bag change
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- No filter change indicator
- Heavy (22 lbs)
- Upright vacuums require larger storage space
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Miele S7280 Calypso HEPA Upright Vacuum Cleaner
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Price Reduction - Save $100!
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$749.00
$649.00
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Availability: In stock
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Type: All surface cleaning performance with HEPA filtration
- Motor: 1400 watts
- Filtration: MicroSeal HEPA
- Controls: Foot controls and Fingertip controls
- Brush: 12” Power head and bare floor brush
- Tools included: crevice, dust, upholstery nozzle
- Vacuum bag capacity: 2 qt.
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- Superior filtration system
- Lightweight – 13 lbs
- Easy to use and maintain
- Full sized power brush
- 3 level carpet height adjustment
- Finger tip power brush controls
- 3 accessory tools and bare floor brush
- Optional hand held powerbrush
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- Noisy
- No speed adjustment for suction control
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Electrolux Oxygen EL6988E HEPA Canister Vacuum Cleaner
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$429.99 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Compact canister vacuum made from 55% recycled materials. For bare floors and scatter rugs.
- Motor: 1250 watts, 9amps
- Filtration: HEPA
- Controls: Variable suction control
- Brushes: combo floor tool, turbo brush
- Tools included: dusting brush and crevice tool
- Vacuum bag capacity: 2 qt. dry
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- Made from recycled materials
- High efficiency and performance
- Low noise output
- Lightweight and compact
- Easy to operate and maneuver
- Great value
- 2 floor tools included
- Hepa filtration
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Comparison Chart Minuses:
- Performs best on bare floors and low pile carpets
- Compact size means smaller bags
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Electrolux UltraSilencer EL6984A (formally the Harmony) Canister Vacuum Cleaner
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$299.99
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Availability: In stock
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Step 3: You Need Air Purifiers to help filter your air with a HEPA filter.
HEPA air purifiers remove 99.95% of airborne dust mite allergens from your house hold air.
Using furnace filters to add protection and help clean your air.
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Type: Ultra High-Performance Particle Control for Allergy Sufferers
- Filter type/life: Long-lasting HEPA filter life; Pre. 6-18 mos; HEPA 2-4 yrs
- Noise level: Quiet but not silent
- Fan speeds: 6
- Controls: Electronic LCD display
- Room size: up to 1000 sq. ft.
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- Excellent filtration of allergens
- Filter change indicators
- Timeless design
- Advanced controls with remote
- Certified performance
- Upgradable to included carbon filter
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- Expensive but appropriate if you have serious allergies
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IQAir HealthPro Air Purifier
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$799.00
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Compact air purifier for large areas with HEPA filtration and built-in ionizer. No ozone.
- Filter type/life: pre-filter – wash 2-3 mo.; HEPA – change every 6-9 mo.
- Noise level: 1 whisper quiet, 2-3 tolerable, 4 loud
- Fan speeds: 4
- Controls: push-button w/ LCD display
- Room size: 800 sq. ft. (281 sq. ft. w/ 6 air changes/hr)
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- Lightweight
- Wall-mountable
- Good particle and gas filtration
- High air flow
- Large room coverage
- Small foot print
- 12 hr timer
- Filter change indicator
- Easy filter change
- Easy to use controls w/ display
- Affordable replacement filters
- Lifetime warranty
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Alen A350 HEPA Air Purifiers
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$399.00
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Air Purifiers for airborne allergen filtration in the home or office.
- Filter type/life: Prefilter: 3 mos; HEPA filter: 4-8 yrs; Carbon filter: 2-3 yrs.
- Noise level: Low - 56 db, Medium - 64 dB, High - 69 dB
- Fan speeds: 3
- Controls: Manual knob
- Room size: Up to 1125 sq. ft.
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- Great Value
- 5 stage filtration system
- Improved 360 degree airflow
- Larger Fan - 400 cfm
- Long life filters
- 18lbs of activated carbon
- Medical grade HEPA protection
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- Slightly noisy on high speeds
- No filter change indicator
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AllerAir AirMedic Exec
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$599.98
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Type: Energy Star rated HEPA air purifier with PlasmaWave Technology. Covers up to 350 sq. ft.
- Filter type:: HEPA -12 mo, Carbon - 3 mo
- Noise level: Ultra quiet on low speeds
- Fan speeds: 4 and auto
- Controls: Electronic w/ Remote
- Room size: Up to 350 sq. ft.
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- Energy Star Rated
- Large area coverage
- Good particle removal
- Includes 3 extra carbon filters
- Remote control (w/ batteries)
- Air quality sensors
- Auto Mode/Energy savings mode
- Great low price
- Filter change indicator
- Low filter maintenance
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- No carry handles or casters
- Does not remove heavy gases, chemicals and odors
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PlasmaWave 5300 True HEPA Air Cleaner
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$199.95
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Availability: In stock
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Type: HEPASilent and ionizer air cleaner for small rooms
- Filter type/life: Internal ionizer and HEPAtype filter: 6 mos.
- Noise level: virtually silent on low
- Fan speeds: 3
- Controls: manual knob
- Room size: up to 175 sq ft
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- Extremely quiet air purifier
- Attractive exterior
- Easy filter change
- Filter can be vacuumed to prolong filter life
- Energy Star rated
- SmokeStop™ filters available
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- Filters do not last as long as some.
- No prefilter
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Blueair 203 Air Purifiers with HEPASilent Filter
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$299.95
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Step 4: You need a Vapor Steam Cleaner to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and kill dust mites and mold. They are the perfect tool for allergy sufferers and those with multiple chemical sensitivities.
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Type: Multi-use vapor steam cleaners
Inside Boiler Temp: 298°F
Weight: 16 lbs, 10 oz
- Internal temp: 298°F
- Boiler capacity: 1.8 + 1.5 quarts
- Boiler material: stainless steel
- Pressure gauge: Yes
- Safety trigger: Yes
- Stander tools included: 6 tools, plus 2 extension wands, spot cleaner, 6 towelling cloths
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All Pluses of the Ladybug XL and more...
- TANCS option
- EPA approved technology
- Achieves thousands of times better cleaning results than with chemical disinfectants
- Reduces cleaning time
- Prolongs the life of the boiler by eliminating the build up of minerals
- Reduces water consumption and is more energy efficient
- Can use tap water instead of bottled water
- Includes extended warranty of 3 years on parts and 8 years on boiler
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- A bit more awkward to carry than other vapor steam cleaners
- Expensive but superb quality
- Best used on one level floor applications
- 10 oz. heavier with TANCS option
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Ladybug XL2300 Steam Cleaner with TANCS
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FREE $30 Tool Kit!
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$1699.00 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Multi-use vapor steam cleaners
Inside Boiler Temp: 285°F
Weight: 14.5 lbs
- Internal temp: 285°F
- Boiler capacity: 2 liters
- Boiler material: Aluminum
- Pressure gauge: Yes
- Safety trigger: For easy on and off
- Included Accessories: 10 brushes, 2 extension wands, 2 nozzles, 6 towelling cloths, funnel, hose
- Warranty: 2 years (includes bonus year)
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- Best value mid-range steam cleaner that we have tested
- Fingertip steam trigger on hose handle
- A full assortment of accessories
- Lightweight and easy to move for cleaning
- Metal and enamel finish adds durability over the years
- Free bonus year warranty included
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- No continuous refill - need to wait for machine to cool down for refilling
- Aluminum boiler is not as durable as steel
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WhiteWing Steamer Vapor Steam Cleaner
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On Sale - Save $100 & More! Plus Free Bonus Warranty - $79.95 value!
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$699.95 and up
$599.95 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Step 5: You Need a Dehumidifier because dust mites thrive in humidity levels above 50%. To Help Reduce humidity levels to between 30-50% we recommend a small dehumidifier in your bedroom.
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Type: Home or basement Dehumidifiers - for up to 1300 sq. ft. from moderately damp to wet conditions
- Room size: Up to 1300 sq. ft.
- Water removal: 65 pts. in 24 hours
- Casters: Yes - 4; with built in hand grips
- Temperature operation: Low temp down to 42°F with hot gas defrost to prevent ice build-up
- Pump included: No, but works well with optional accessory pump
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- Energy efficient - EPA energy star rated
- A high performance moisture removing capacity
- Touchpad controls with digital display of temp and humidity
- Automatic defrost function
- Washable air filter for easy cleaning
- Auto restart
- Easy access for water removal
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- Air filter is above the bucket which is not super convenient for cleaning but is washable for reuse
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Comfort-Aire 65 Pint Low Temp Dehumidifier
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On Sale - Save $20!
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$349.95
$329.95
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Whole Home Dehumidifiers for basements & storage areas
- Room size: Up to 2500 sq. ft.
- Water removal: Up to 106 pts. in 24 hours
- Casters: Yes - 4
- Temperature operation: Low temp from 53°F to 105°F
- Pump included: No, but optional pump available
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- Energy efficient - EPA Energy Star certified dehumidifiers
- Water removal capacity for entire large basement or storage area
- Can be ducted - good for basements with multiple rooms
- Long-lasting and very high quality
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- Heavier than other home dehumidifiers at 110 lbs. but necessary for covering larger areas
- If ducting, professional installation may be required
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Santa Fe Classic Whole Basement Dehumidifiers
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Free Digital Hygrometer w/ Purchase!
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$1495.00
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Availability: In stock
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Step 6: Latex mattresses are mold and dust mite resistant and also unbelievably comfortable and supportive of aching joints.
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Type: Mattresses,
bed sets, Mattress pads
All sizes
8 inches thick.
- Mattress Depth: 8 inches thick
- Construction: Natural latex, 7 zone support system
- Foundation: Matching 8" Box spring available
- Optional mattress pad for extra cushioning
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- Naturally hypoallergenic, dust mite and mold resistant<
- No disturbance by partner's movement
- Less aches and pains upon awakening
- Firm mattress
- 10 year warranty
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- A few people are allergic to latex mattresses
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Royal-Latex Mattresses and Box Spring Sets
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$2849.00 and up
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Type: All sizes
6.5 inches thick
- Mattress Depth: 6.5 inches thick
- Construction: 6-inch natural rubber core surrounded with quilted layers of organic cotton and pure wool
- Foundation: Slat foundation designed specifically for rubber mattresses
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- Nontoxic, chemical-free, hypoallergenic
- Covered with 100% organic cotton
- Relieves pressure from joints
- Durable and elastic
- Warranted for 20 years
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- Expensive, but still worth it
- Requires a slat foundation
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Euphoria Natural Rubber Mattresses
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$1699.95 and up
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Step 7: Nontoxic, chemical-free, hypoallergenic pillows are inhospitable to dust mites and make for a comfortable and healthy night’s sleep.
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Type: 3 sizes, cotton cover pillows
- Fabric: 100% cotton removable cover
- Fill: Talalay latex foam
- Densities: Soft, Medium and Firm
- Sizes: Standard, Queen and King
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- Do not flatten or sag like cotton or wool pillows
- Anti-microbial, mildew proof and dust mite resistant
- Pillow has interconnecting air channels to keep you cool and dry
- Resilient and durable
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- While most testers could not detect an odor, a few said they smelled a slight sweet odor. Can air out pillow if so.
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Natural Latex pillows
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On Sale - Save $20!
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$109.95 and up
$89.95 and up
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Type: Cotton shell 230 thread count,
Standard, Queen, King and Neck Roll Pillows
- Fabric: 230 thread count, 100% cambric cotton fabric
- Fill: 100% American grown domestic wool
- Styles: Classic and Deluxe
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- Naturally fire retardant and dust mite repellent
- Wool will keep you cooler in summer, warmer in winter
- Do not grow moldy with age
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- Not as lofty as down pillows.
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100% wool pillows
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$69.95 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Step 8: Nontoxic, chemical free, hypoallergenic mattress pads are incredibly effective with preventing dust mites reproduction and supressing moisture and mildew which provides their food.
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Type: 4" pillowtop mattress pad of natural latex, wool, and organic cotton
- Material: Natural latex, French wool, organic cotton
- Thickness: 4"
- Naturally dust mite repellent
- Hypoallergenic
- Anti-bacterial
- Natural chemical-free
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- Very thick
- Best quality
- Built to last
- Natural dye-free
- Will help your mattress last longer
- Relieves pressure points
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Royal-Pedic Natural Organic 4" Pillowtop Mattress Pads
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$1081.00 and up
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Type: All Natural Wool & Latex Mattress Pads
- Material: Natural latex pad, surrounded by pure lambs wool; organic cotton cover
- Thickness: 2"
- Naturally moisture & dust mite repellent
- Hypoallergenic
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- Relieves joint and back pressure
- Chemical-free, toxin-free & odorless
- Adds softness to your mattress
- Natural latex is very durable & resilient
- Easy to roll mattress pad for travel
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- Not recommended for strong back support, but definitely a useful pad for adding a soft touch to a mattress that is too firm
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Euphoria All Natural Wool & Latex Mattress Pads
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$584.95 and up
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Type: Wool mattress pad
- Fabric: 100% natural or organic cotton
- Fill: 70% alpaca 30% sheep wool
- Weight: Winter
- Sizes: Twin, double, queen, king, cal king
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- Natural organically grown
- No chemicals, dyes or bleaches
- 100% cotton outer coverings
- Will last several years
- Takes longer to compress
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Alpaca Wool Mattress Pads
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$249.95 and up
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Step 9: Wool comforters discourage growth of dustmites, mold and mildew on their bedding.
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Type: 100% Natural wool comforter, 290 tc cotton shell
- Fabric: 290 tc, 100% Peruvian cotton
- Fill: 100% pure lambswool
- Color: Cream
- Weights: Summer and Fall
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- Wool is a lightweight, warm, moisture absorbing alternative down
- Naturally fire retardant
- Dust mite and moisture repellent
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Euphoria Natural Wool Comforters
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$375.00 and up
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Availability: In stock
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Type: Alpaca and sheep wool fill, natural or organic cotton cover.
- Fabric: 230tc natural cotton or 260tc organic cotton
- Fill: 70% alpaca wool, 30% sheep wool
- Color: White
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- A warm, moisture absorbing alternative to down comforters.
- Lighter and softer than sheep wool.
- Naturally fire retardant
- Dust mite repellent.
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- Not as lofty as down comforters.
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Alpaca Wool Comforters
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$299.95 and up
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Step 10: We recommend Dust Mite Test Kits to find out if you have dust mite problem, and to test to make sure the dust mite problem is gone.
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- Tests For: Dust mites
- 1 hour dip stick dust mite test
- Comes in packs of four
- Color scale tells you mild or severe levels of dust mites
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- Easy to use
- Provides instant answer to dust mite questions
- Doesn't need to be sent out to a lab
- Scientifically Tested
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- Only tests for dust mites
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Home Dust Mite Test Kit (package of 4 tests)
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$99.95
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Availability: In stock
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- Tests For: pollen, mold, fibers, dust mite insect biodetrites, skin cells
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- Includes sample collected device
- Receive a comprehensive lab results from an AIHA accredited lab
- Offers a support line to call for help understanding results
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- Must send test away and wait 3-5 business days for results
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Allergen Test Kits for Home and Office
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$84.95
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Availability: In stock
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Dust mites can't be seen but there are millions of them in every unprepared home that cause year-round allergies and asthma. They live in your mattresses, pillows, carpets, furniture, bedding, clothing and anywhere else they can feed on dead flakes of human skin. It's almost impossible to completely eliminate these tiny pests. However you can greatly reduce them by following our dust mite solution guide's recommendations below. One free solution is to wash your sheets and other bedding once a week in hot water. However if dust mites are on your sheets, they are also on your mattress so you'll have little time before they crawl back on your bedding if you're not using dust mite covers. Taking these ten steps puts you in control of your dust mite challenge.
