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Wellness properties, a branch of the sustainable housing movement, are made to keep the occupants healthy. Health conscious homeowners can now live in homes that actively work to keep the home clean and keep the homeowner healthy. So far these homes are exclusive to a company called Delos Living out of New York City, but look for them to trend everywhere in the future. What exactly makes these homes so healthy? Here are some cutting edge pieces of technology that are incorporated into these state of the art homes:
- Air purifying system: These sterilize airborne cooties such as viruses, dust mites, bacteria, and mold spores while also controlling humidity in order to prevent fungal and microbial growth.
- Healthy entrance technology: A doorway walk system traps both dirt and moisture from shoes and other objects that enter the home.
- UV water sanitizer: This uses ultra-violet germicidal irradiation to get rid of microorganisms without any chemical filtration.
- Healthy surfaces: Nonporous kitchen surfaces that stop bacteria growth are used along with photo-catalytic coated walls that break down viruses, bacteria, and VOCs when exposed to light.
- Comfy floors: Flooring with a cork underlay is easier on your feet and back.
- Acoustic damping elements: Extremely quiet appliances and windows that shut out outside noise are key elements of these healthy homes.