12 Cancer-Causing Things You Need To Remove From Your Bedroom Right Now

7. Use No-VOC Paint

For painting a room use No-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint. VOCs are unstable, carbon-containing compounds that easily vaporize into the air.

When they enter the air, they react with other elements to produce ozone, which causes air pollution and a host of health issues including breathing problems, headache, burning, watery eyes and nausea.

8. Shoe Free Zone

This means that you should have indoor and outdoor shoes to avoid tracking in pollen, dirt and chemicals from outdoors in.

You can also purchase a shoe or boot tray to keep by your door.

When you come in from outdoors simply place your shoes in the tray to minimize dirt, pollen, dust and chemicals from being tracked into your house.

9. Minimize Electrical Devices

Like most of the people, if you have a computer, TV or other electronic devices in your bedroom, you may consider moving them into another room.

Electronic devices can disturb a peaceful night of sleep by disrupting sleep patterns.

10. Replace or Cover Your Mattress

Conventional mattresses are sprayed with flame retardant and stain resistant chemicals.

Many mattresses are made of foam that can outgas for years. There are many sources for organic mattresses at local stores and online.

11. Buy an Air Cleaner

A whole house air cleaner or, a portable air cleaner that can be moved from room to room is a wonderful option.

Look for one with HEPA filtration, and be sure that whatever you buy does not produce ozone.

12. Remove Chemically Treated Drapes or Shades

The drapes and shades hide dust, pollen, and other allergens.

If you can remove drapes and shades and replace them with organic fabric drapes and shades.