Allergies are extremely common among children and adults alike, and even a mild allergy can cause considerable discomfort and inconvenience. The NHS estimates that as many as one in four people in the UK will experience some kind of allergy at least once in their lives. Some of the most common allergies are caused by house dust mites, pollen and animal dander, all of which can be difficult to avoid in everyday life. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do that help reduce your exposure to allergens.

Replacing carpets with laminate flooring is a great way to help to reduce dust, pollen and dander in your home. All of these allergens can sit in carpet piles, and even regular vacuuming might not remove them. Carpets tend to cling on to dirt, dust and moisture, making them perfect breeding grounds for dust mites and even mould. Many people are turning to laminates as a hygienic and low-maintenance alternative to carpets. With flooring such as Quick Step laminate flooring, however, any allergens sit on the surface of the floor. This makes it incredibly easy to sweep or vacuum them up, with the added bonus that vacuuming a smooth floor takes far less time than thoroughly vacuuming a deep-pile carpet.

Wipe Away Allergens

One of the best ways to remove allergens from a hard surface is to simply wipe it with a damp cloth. If you or anyone else in your household suffers from irritating allergies, regularly wiping your laminated floors with a damp cloth or mop should help provide some relief from symptoms. Floors such as Quick Step laminate flooring are suitable for cleaning in this manner, but make sure you don’t use too much water. Although some laminates are highly water-resistant and can take heavier levels of moisture, many standard laminates need no more than a wrung-out cloth or mop to adequately clean them.

Laminates are available in a huge variety of finishes, styles and colours, meaning it’s possible to find the perfect match for every room of your home. If you’re interested in replacing your carpets or other existing flooring with laminate, please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information. Our friendly, professional team will be more than happy to answer any questions.