The Facts are the Facts….

 

The simple fact is that if you have dust in your home (and most of us do) then you have Dust Mites. Dust Mites thrive where traffic in your home is most common, take a minute and think about where this may be…. The couch? Perhaps… But the most likely place to find Dust Mites is in your bed. That’s right, the very place where you sleep each night and you very well may have thousands of Dust Mites…

Unfortunately, unlike flies or other pesky insects (Dust Mites are actually an organism but are commonly mistaken for an insect) Dust Mites are not seasonal. That means that for whoever has dust in their house the joy of dealing with them is year round. Many people find that they are highly allergic to the allergies that Dust Mites cause from their feces and shed parts of their body. Typical allergy symptoms include: sneezing, runny nose, asthma, difficulty breathing and skin irritations. Now you must be thinking, fantastic, what on earth can I do to protect my family? Well,” The National Institutes of Health and Mayo Clinic both suggest encasing pillows and mattresses in dust-proof or allergen impermeable covers. To be a successful barrier to dust mites and their waste, the cover should be made of woven fabric and have a pore size smaller than 10 microns” (http://www.dustmitefacts.org/).

At Textile Armor, we understand the battle of Dust Mites and trying to remove them from one’s sleeping environment. That is why we have designed and developed a type of mattress encasement that will protect you against Dust Mites. Don’t live with allergies that you can easily alleviate!

Sources:

http://www.dustmitefacts.org/index.php

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dust-mites/DS00842

Dust Mites, What You Don’t Want To Know….

Imagine; thousands of tiny dust mites that are too small to see-making their permanent home in the very pillow that you lay your head on each and every night. And these mites are very happy, for they are feasting on your dead skin and hair while you sleep…. However, because these are microscopic organisms, most people pay absolutely no attention to them as they feast away night after night, day after day. But they are there, eating your dead flesh, and will continue to do so until you find a way to get rid of them…

Most people are not aware that dust mites are one of the major causes of asthma and allergies in America. Populations that are considered especially vulnerable (such as the young and elderly) are more likely to be effected dust mites.

Many people wonder how to tell if they have dust mites, its pretty simple. Most people who have problems with dust mites find that their eyes are swollen and itchy, in addition mites can cause a multitude of health problems such as: hay fever, skin irritation, itchy skin patches, asthma, dark circles, sinus infections, bronchitis and many more. Dust mites are something that can cause serious lifelong problems if the situation is not attended to.

Textile Armor has researched and developed a specific type of mattress pad to help combat the overwhelming problem that people are having with dust mites. Textile Armor’s 10 Year Waterproof Mattress Protector Pad is made from the highest quality terry cloth and has a backing of polyurethane. What is unique about this mattress pad is that it is completely breathable, yet entirely waterproof. This mattress pad will not only prevent moisture from molding and mildewing your mattress but it will protect your mattress against mites as well.

If you need help getting rid of mites, do not hesitate to contact Textile Armor. We will be happy to answer any questions that you might have, we stand behind our products and your satisfaction is our number one priority.

Sources:

http://www.ehso.com/ehshome/dustmites.php

http://www.memoryfoamnetwork.com/signsofdustmites.html

It’s Spring, and Leather Needs Some Cleaning Too!

In our last few blogs we have talked about the importance of protecting not only fabric furniture but also wood furniture. A lot of time people neglect leather which is rather odd considering that most people buy leather because it won’t stain and also because it will last a long time. Traditionally many people think that it can just be wiped down with water and a rag once in awhile and it’s good to go! Nothing could be farther away from the truth. Like wood, leather is a very porous material. It needs to have its moisture replenished and restored. If leather gets to dry, it will crack and at that point it will be beyond repair. In addition, leather has grain and dirt and grim can get caught in the grain of the leather. In order to properly clean the leather, a good cleaner and conditioner is needed to be able to cleanse the leather grain and without drying it out.

Textile Armor understands the need to have superior leather cleaning products and has created a line of leather protection that is not only superior in quality, but does not contain any CFC’s, silicones, is non-toxic and non-allergenic. Textile Armor’s Leather Protector and Conditioner not only protects the leather but is also has anti-drying and anti-cracking properties, it will restore and bring new life into tired leather. Textile Armor’s Leather Cleaner has been specifically designed to remove stains from the top coat of leather. It will also remove other build up that will dull the luster of your leather. The combination of these products will enhance the beauty of your leather and help increase the lifespan of your furniture!

Leather is an investment, and if it is taken care of properly it can last and look beautiful for years and years. If it is not well maintained, then it will look dirty and lack its natural glow. Get the most out of your leather and look into Textile Armor’s complete line of Leather Protection!

Spring Cleaning, Take Care of Your Wood!

In our last blog we talked about the importance of not neglecting fabric furniture during spring cleaning. In this blog we are going to discuss how crucial it is to not only clean, but also how to protect your wood furniture.

Traditionally, spring cleaning entails digging through closets and scrubbing tile floors-but many people neglect the large pieces of furniture that take a beating everyday! Take a moment to think about everything that your coffee table, end table and dinning room table have endured. Most likely your wood furniture has had food/drinks spilled on it; things piled on and slid off, and have suffered anything else that your children and animals have come up with! However, despite everything that wood must withstand, it is expected to not only last, but look beautiful and maintain its luster!

Textile Armor understands the demands that are placed on your wood. Because of this, Textile Armor has developed and created three very different yet unique products meant to enhance the natural glow and luster of your wood as well as help preserve it for years to come!

Wood is a very porous material; because of this it is important to put moisture back into the wood. Textile Armor has developed a Cream Polish that not only puts moisture back into the wood, but it will also restore its natural glow and luster. In contrast to other Cream Polishes, Textile Armors Cream Polish also provides a deep cleaning for all finished wood surfaces.

Many things can ruin the finish of wood. Simply placing a grocery bag on the table and then sliding it off can scratch it! Because of this Textile Armor has designed and developed a product that creates an invisible barrier between the object and your wood surface. The Scratch Guard product will greatly reduce the chance of your wood forever being marred by a horrible scratch!

The third product that Textile Armor has created is a product that repels dust! Think about how many times in a given month you dust… We all know that it takes way to much time! Textile Armor has created a product called Dust Off; Dust Off works by actually repelling dust from your wood furniture!

This spring, don’t neglect your wood! Use the tried and try products from Textile Armor and breathe new life into your old wood furniture!

If you would like more information on any of the Textile Armor products, please visit our website for more information! www.textilearmor.com.