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Daily Record
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Record
Householders urged to place plants near windows and doors this summer
House plants help improve air quality as well as having other important uses. British homeowners are being advised to place house plants close to windows and doors this month as hay fever season peaks. Pollen levels rise between late March to September, with the first peak being the first two weeks in June. In late March, tree pollen is released and lasts until mid-way before grass pollen takes over and is active until July. Shortly after this weed pollen peaks from late June until September. This timeline can vary depending on where you live. The north of Britain usually has less pollen than the south of the UK. It's believed grass pollen affects the majority of hay fever sufferers. This is what usually causes symptoms in people in June and July. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. There is currently no cure for hay fever and it is managed with preventative medication and measures, including antihistamines. Experts believe there are several things people can do at home to help minimise pollen exposure, reports the Express. One easy thing experts recommend is introducing some house plants into your home, as these not only help filter air pollutants, they can also trap pollen. Some good options to introduce include Dracaena plants, Pothos, Peace Lilies and snake plants. Simply place them on windowsills and by doors to help trap pollen particles that enter your home. Haldi Kranich-Wood, Wool Interiors Specialist at British Wool, says: 'Make a pollen trap with house plants. Some house plants, like spider plants, peace lilies, or Boston ferns, act like natural air filters and can help trap airborne particles, including pollen. 'Try positioning a few by your windows and doors to create a leafy line of defence. Just make sure to wipe their leaves regularly, that trapped pollen still needs evicting.' Online doctor and pharmacy e-Surgery adds: "Certain plants can eliminate toxins in the air so they may be beneficial in reducing allergy symptoms. The best plants to keep in the house are ones that remove formaldehyde and benzene, both of which can be harmful to those that suffer from allergies. Plants that do not flower are best for hay fever sufferers. "Some plants can absorb toxins through their leaves and release moisture which can reduce dust in the air. The best plant for cleaning the air is Aloe as having one of the plants in your house is equivalent to nine biological air cleaners. "Another which is just as good is a spider plant. Spider plants are efficient at getting rid of the harmful compounds' formaldehyde, styrene, carbon monoxide, and benzene. The plants are also super adaptable to living inside as they can photosynthesis under very little lighting. "The snake plant, or also known as Mother-In-Law's Tongue is almost indestructible, so this is a particularly good one if you're not the best at caring for your plants. It's also good at cleaning the air around itself so is perfect for allergy sufferers."
BBC News
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Exhibition celebrates history of Bradford's textile industry
An exhibition celebrating the past and present of Bradford's textile industry is set to open on display, named Woven Through Time: Bradford's Textile Industry - Past and Present, will be on show at the city's Industrial Museum until 16 November. It will feature photos taken by Ian Beesley from inside the working mills in the 1970s and 1980s as well as recently. Graham Clark, director of marketing at British Wool, said the exhibition "highlights the vital role wool has played - and continues to play - in Bradford's history". The UK's 2025 City of Culture is famous for its textiles, stemming from its role as the "wool capital of the world" during the industrial revolution. Items from the museum's Built of Wool: Worsted Collection, will also be included in the exhibition, which coincides with British Wool's 75th items on display include a wedding dress from the 1830s, made from fabric in the area, and a velvet day dress made at Lister's Mill around made by Saville Row tailor Tommy Nutter, who designed the suits worn by The Beatles on the cover of their Abbey Road album, will also be on show. Councillor Sarah Ferriby said "I'm sure practically every family in the Bradford district has some connection to the textile history of the district, which is still going over 800 years since it first began. "Come and appreciate the skill and creativity that makes Bradford a world leader in textile production and design." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rising sales for wool bedding as consumers seek to keep mattresses out of landfill
A wool bedding retailer has reported rising sales amid a campaign to encourage British consumers to buy sustainably and keep mattresses out of landfill. Woolroom, which launched a system allowing customers to trace its products back as far as the flock to improve desirability for local materials and prices for farmers, said sales of its premium products had increased by 20% over the last year alone. Woolroom has likened the Wool ID programme, launched in conjunction with British Wool, to the labelling on fresh supermarket fruit and vegetables such as berries and asparagus which gives shoppers details on the country of origin, farm and even the producer's name. Increased demand, particularly in the US, for bedding products made from natural materials, is believed to be a driving force behind the growth. It follows years of difficulties for the global wool industry as retailers and customers alike opted for products made from man-made alternatives. The firm earlier launched a bedding collection made with fully traceable wool, including fleece from the Scott family farm in Rutland, with customers able to scan a QR code on every product to trace products back to the exact flock on the estate. It follows fully traceable wool in its bedding and mattresses from 'Farm Assured' UK farmers, who are independently audited to ensure they are adhering to animal welfare standards. Woolroom pay a premium over and above the British Wool auction price for the wool they buy, which is returned to the relevant farmers. Its latest 'Artisan' range includes mattresses that are made over a two-day period, using traditional techniques 'honed over centuries' and costing from £1,599. Most of the wool comes from three farms in Wales, which farm mountain breeds Radnor and Badger Face sheep. The mattress springs are free from glue and easy to deconstruct at the end of their life. The King instigated The Campaign for Wool in 2010 over concern about the impact of declining demand for wool on both British farmers and the environment. The campaign has led a series of events and initiatives to help promote the wool industry over the last decade, including the Dumfries House Declaration, a 10-point standard for the wool industry, which launched in 2016. Woolroom's annual turnover increased from £5.7 million to £8.5 million between August 2020 and August 2021 and is estimated to reach £16 million this financial year. Woolroom managing director Chris Tattersall said: 'Your sleep environment should be as natural, healthy, sustainable and comfortable as possible. 'Along with avoiding harsh chemicals, glues and synthetics, wool's naturally flame-resistant properties also mean, unlike the majority of brands and products on the market, we don't use flame retardant chemicals, and even use soft merino wool in our outer fabric, known as ticking, to meet all fire regulations. 'Our commitment to only using the most natural materials and methods not only ensures a healthier sleep environment but also means that once your mattress does come to the end of its life, it is fully recyclable, from the biodegradable wool filling, right down to the finest steel springs that can be used time and time again.'
