So...what causes bad air quality?

● Fuel-burning appliances (eg cookers) ● Open fires ● Household products such as air fresheners, hair sprays, cleaning products, solvents, paints and wood preservatives ● Building materials and home furnishings ● Candles and incense ● Office equipment (such as printers) ● People, pets and plants ● Bacteria ● Excess moisture ● Smoking

What can we do to reduce poor indoor air quality?

Ensure the home is properly ventilated; make sure ventilation is well maintained and switched on. Reduce the use of scented products and where possible switch to non-spray and ecofriendly household and beauty products.

Reduce levels of moisture by, for example, drying clothes outside, ensuring extraction fans are switched on in the bathroom and kitchen, covering pans when cooking and shutting the door when taking a shower.