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Keep the family pet, just remember to use allergy relief products!

Friday, October 30th, 2009

We all know a friend that has had to give away the bouncy dog, or the cuddly cat, because someone in his/her family was allergic to the cherished pet. Luckily, thanks to the continued advances of allergy control products, the family pet is no longer banished to the backyard or given away because he makes a little one sniffle, or mom’s eyes itch.

The Ecology Works Anti-Allergen Solution Pet Shampoo is a clear, non-toxic, plant based formulation proven to denature protein allergens on contact. As one of many allergy control products from Douglas Allergy Relief, this pet shampoo can safely be used on dogs, cats and other small animals. After bathing your pet in this allergy relief product, the allergy sufferer will notice the absence of a reaction, and the pet, which is also irritated by dust mites and fleas, is left with no skin problems, and a healthier, shinier coat. As an added bonus, the Ecology Works Anti-Allergen Solution Pet Shampoo contains a stay-fresh deodorizing formula, which helps to eliminate pet odors and helps to keep pets smell fresher longer.

If you’re worried that your has already trafficked in dust mites and fleas into your home, you’ll want to attack these tiny irritants, as well. Allergy control products, like The Ecology Dust Mite and Flea Control Powder, offer a clean and natural way to rid your home carpet and upholstery of pesky allergens. Posing no exposure threat to the kids constantly rolling around on the floor, the powder is also safe to use on fabrics.

When cozying up with the family pet only triggers images of an uncomfortable sneeze-a-thon, we suggest trying allergy control products equipped to eliminate pet allergens.

Your Biggest Indoor Enemies: Allergy Relief for Winter

Monday, October 26th, 2009

In the winter, do you feel like you have a constant mild cold? It could be that, unlike most allergy sufferers who find pollen the problem, you may be suffer from indoor allergies such as dust, dander and mold. In the winter, when you spend more time indoors, this can cause headaches, breathing problems, and congestion. What are the main sources of indoor allergies, and how can you alleviate them? Keep reading for some allergy control products and tactics you should know!

Your allergy enemies in the winter differ from your common outdoor allergy causes, and they might surprise you. For instance:

  1. Your pillow: What’s that dust that flies up when you fluff your pillow? Dust, down and dust mites can build up right in the place where you lay your head, causing congestion and allergic reactions. What allergy relief products can help you? If you invest in hypoallergenic bedding, you can prevent dust mites and allergens from collecting in your mattresses, mattress pads, comforters, and encasements. Our Coyuchi, Ogalalla and Allersoft brand bedding will let you rest easy. Even if you don’t have hypoallergenic bedding, using allergy control products to wash your bedding can relieve your allergy symptoms.
  2. Your pets: Although you love them, if you have indoor pets that you will be sharing your home with all winter, they might be the source of some of your allergy problems. HEPA vacuums can help you battle the dander. Our favorite brands for this particular allergy relief product are Sebo, Dyson and Simplicity. You can also keep some of your rooms pet-free for a few months to get you through the winter months with less irritation.
  3. Mold: If you have an older home, mold may already be present in your walls, your bathroom or your basement. Plus, mold can obviously develop on plants and food as well, and even a small amount can trigger an allergic reaction or a asthma attack. HEPA filters and air purifers can help remove mold from the air; check out out mold allergy relief products and find your solution.

Winterizing Your Home: Allergy Control Products for the Indoor Season

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

As the weather gets colder, you will of course find yourself spending more time indoors. For people with allergies, your home may seem like a safe haven, but there are still indoor allergens that could bother you while you are spending more time inside. Luckily, Douglas knows which allergy control products can help you indoors! Certain cleaning products can really alleviate indoor allergies– our brands are proven safe for you and your home!

According to Envirorite’s website, “Our products are manufactured by and for people with allergies, asthma, chemical sensitivities and for people who are concerned with indoor air quality.” So, yes… their allergy control products are perfect for your indoor allergy needs!

What’s the best place you can regularly eliminate allergens, chemicals and other irritants from your life? The laundry. By using an allergy control product every time you wash your linens, towels and clothes, you can lower the amount of allergens, like dust mites and pet dander, that might accumulate in your home. The more time you spend indoors, the more contact you have with the plush surfaces of your home. Regularly using Envirorite products to reduce the allergens can prevent any allergic or asthma reactions that might be spurred during the indoor season.

Envirorite Fabric Softener and Envirorite Laundry Detergent are excellent products for the fabrics that are closest to you– clothes, towels and blankets! But they are just the beginning. Check some of the many allergy products in our store that can help you control your allergies indoors throughout the winter season.

Douglas Allergy Relief: Your One Stop Vaccum Shop!

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

One of the most important steps you can take in relieving your household allergies is regular vacuuming of your carpets and hardwood floors. The best vacuums for allergy sufferers are those that have built in HEPA filters so that they don’t just throw the allergens around. At Douglas, we’ve got all your favorite brands.

Sebo vacuum cleaners are the world’s leader in quality vacuums. Engineered to be a cut above, these vacuums are manufactured in Germany and are truly top of the line. They get down deep into every carpet to help relieve your toughest allergies. Sebo has been a trusted name in vacuums for decades. In fact, these vacuums are so well regarded that they are the ones used to clean the carpets in the White House and Buckingham Palace in London. When you use a Sebo you’re truly getting the royal treatment, and Douglas has a wide variety of Sebo products for you to choose from.

Check out Douglas’s inventory of the very popular Dyson vacuums. These vacuums offer superior suction power and promise to never, ever clog. They were created by James Dyson, who grew sick and tired of his vacuums clogging with dirt and dust. If you’re being frustrated by the same problem, a Dyson is for you. Heavy pet hair will tangle in brushes and cause clogs in everyday vacuums, but a Dyson can handle all the dander-carrying pet hair you can throw at it.

Miele is a family owned company that has been turning out some of the best quality vacuums on the market for over 80 years. They pride themselves on the caliber of their products, and Douglas has a wide selection. If you’re looking for an upright for your large, carpeted family room or portables that are lightweight and easy to carry up the stairs, Douglas has exactly what you’re looking for. Help relieve your allergies with a Miele vacuum today.

These aren’t the only quality brands that Douglas carries. We can help you determine exactly what kind of vacuum best suits your needs and which brand is right for you. Browse our expansive online selection or stop into our Highland Park store at 332 Skokie Valley Road. We’ll see you soon!

Allergy Relief Products: Douglas Has The Best Names In Allergy Relief

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

At Douglas we’re committed to providing you with the very best allergy relief products out there. That’s why we only carry the best names in the market- companies who pride themselves on the quality and effectiveness of what they produce. Because when you feel better, we feel better.

Allersearch is all about the mission to reduce and relieve your allergies. This company has been a leader in allergy relief products for years, and their household supplies have changed the lives of people who thought nothing could help their allergies. From carpet shampoos to laundry additives to dust sprays and odor eliminators, Douglas has a large inventory of Allersearch products for you to choose from.

Another excellent brand name that Douglas is proud to carry is Envirorite. Envirorite is a company that is concerned both with their consumer’s health and safety and the state of our environment. Early on, they made a commitment to producing earth-friendly, human-friendly products that are just as effective as their chemical-laden counterparts. If you’re an allergy sufferer who is trying to go green, Envirorite is the brand for you. Douglas has a huge selection of Envirorite products online for your browsing pleasure.

With cleaning and allergy relief supplies from Douglas, you never have to worry about whether or not they’re of good quality or will actually work. Douglas stands behind everything we sell, and the brands we support as well. Take a look at our online offerings or stop by our Highland Park store.

10% Off All Allergy Bedding In October!

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

With colder weather approaching it’s time to layer more blankets on your bed. If you find that what you’ve got in your closet is a little threadbare, you’re in luck. Douglas is offering a coupon for 10% off all allergy bedding throughout the month of October.

Check out Ogallala’s Hypodown comforters to keep you toasty warm this winter. Hypodown is a mix of Hungarian goosedown and Syriaca clusters, natural, dust mite resistant fibers that come from the milkweed plant. These comforters are high quality, and durable- so durable that they’re guaranteed for ten years. They’re lightweight, but they keep you very warm and encourage circulation. Ogallala grows all their own Syriaca pods and harvests only the best ones for use in their comforters.

If you want to go a little green try Coyuchi’s line of 100% certified organic linens. Douglas offers 300 thread count fitted and flat sheets and pillow cases. The 300 thread count provides a softer, silkier feeling sheet that makes for a cool and comfortable sleeping experience, perfect under a cozy Ogallala comforter. Coyuchi bedding is already reasonably priced at Douglas, and when you use your 10% discount code it will make sustainability that much more affordable.

So when you’re looking for new allergy bedding this fall, Douglas has everything from pillow cases to allergy mattress covers. Browse our large online inventory of allergy and earth friendly bedding today and simply enter coupon code “yoallergy” at checkout for 10% off your entire bedding purchase.

Douglas Service Center For All Your Repair Needs

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Here at Douglas Allergy Relief we stand behind every product we sell, and not just while it’s still in our store. When you get your vacuum cleaner or dehumidifier home it is still a part of the extended Douglas family, and if you ever experience any malfunction you can bring it to us for a friendly and efficient vacuum repair or dehumidifier repair.

The Douglas Service Center is a full service repair shop that is well versed in every single product that Douglas sells. Our service technicians are trained by the manufacturers of our products and use only official, name brand parts in the process of their repairs. If your Electrolux vacuum cleaner becomes stubborn and refuses to turn on one day, bring it to Douglas for professional vacuum repair. Not only will we fix it so that it’s as good as new, we’ll give you a loaner vacuum cleaner in the meantime so the allergen-carrying dust in your home won’t have time to get out of control.

Douglas understands how important our products are to you and your quest to reduce allergens. We know that when we sell you a dehumidifier we’re helping reduce the presence of mold spores in your home and that helps you and your family breathe easier. That is one of the reasons we provide you with a replacement unit until your dehumidifier repair is complete: we know that your quality of life is not as good when you’re not breathing comfortably in your own home.

We’re always thinking of you at Douglas. That’s why we try to truly be your one stop shop not only for allergy-reducing products, but for any kind of maintenance that you may require once you get those products home. It’s all part of the Douglas experience. Browse our product selection online or stop into our store in Highland Park.

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