Try this: Remember to turn on the exhaust vent over your stove whenever you cook. Or if you don’t have one, increase the ventilation by opening a window. Try this: Limit your exposure by burning fewer candles and for a shorter length of time. If you want the cozy glow of candles (without the air pollution), try switching to flameless candles or even a string of fairy lights set in a bowl or glass jar. Try this: Commit to a weekly dusting routine. Don’t worry, it doesn’t need to take long. Start by dusting upper surfaces like countertops and tables, then vacuum the floor or carpet below. Then check out these 13 places you’re probably forgetting to dust. Try this: Shop no- or low-VOC paints instead. Today, most major paint brands offer at least one more eco-friendly line. Try this: Where you can, switch to all-natural, chemical-free cleaning solutions. Ditch the chemical-filled air freshening sprays in favor of more natural alternatives, such as baking soda and lemon juice.
