A recent study showed that a dilute household bleach spray, Clorox Anywhere sanitizing spray, was able to significantly decrease the amounts of various indoor allergens. The spray was used two to three times per week on upholstered furniture, bedding, carpets and countertops for four weeks in homes with adults and children with allergies and asthma. Levels of pet allergens (dog and cat), molds and dust mite allergens were significantly reduced, which resulted in the improvement of asthma and allergy symptoms in residents.
The spray did not cause lung irritation in people with asthma, as measurements of lung function were not significantly affected by those who used the spray in their homes. There were no reports of bleaching of upholstery or carpet with the dilute bleach spray.
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Source:
Barnes CS, Kennedy K, Johnson L, Forrest E, Gard L, Pacheco F, Amado M, Portnoy J. Use of Dilute Sodium Hypochlorite Spray and Home Cleaning to Reduce Indoor Allergen Levels and Improve Asthma Health Parameters. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2008; 101:551-2.
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