Mite deallergenization measures for the home:

• Ventilate the house well and keep it at a low temperature and dry. Mites reproduce best at temperatures over 24 degrees centigrade and a humidity level over 50%.
• Use a dehumidifier to keep your house dry.
• Avoid over filling rooms with furniture and objects.Some objects collect a lot of dust, such as soft toys, bookshelves, ornaments or collectible objects.
• Substitute the stuffing of soft toys with washable stuffing and wash them frequently.
• Remove carpets and rugs. Dust settles in rugs, if possible remove them.
• Avoid the accumulation of dust on curtains, and on sofa, armchair and cushion upholstery.
• Remove dust with damp cloths in daily cleaning.
• Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter or wet vacuum cleaner at least once a week. The filter should be checked frequently.
• Avoid animals with fur or feathers in the home.
• Use washable plastic paint.
• Limit the use of irritant substances (air-fresheners, insecticides, etc.). Humidifiers are not advised.
• In the bedroom, change sheets, pyjamas, mattress covers and pillow cases frequently.
• Use hypoallergenic mattresses, bed bases and pillows. These have special "non-allergenic" or synthetic covers that do not contain wool or feathers. Your doctor or nurse can advise you on where to buy these products.
• Clothes should be kept in a well-closed wardrobe. Wool garments should be put into plastic bags before being put away in the wardrobe.
• Wash sheets, blankets and pillowcases in water at 130ºF (55ºC) every week.

People who are allergic to storage mites should avoid exposure to:

• Grain, flour and animal food stores.
• Dried fruit, meat and dried fish stores, cheese and egg stores.