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Should you ‘burp’ your house for better indoor air quality?

A German practice of ‘airing’ your home has recently gained popularity – regardless of the weathe...

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17.20 12 Feb 2026


Should you ‘burp’ your house for better indoor air quality?


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17.20 12 Feb 2026


A German practice of ‘airing’ your home has recently gained popularity – regardless of the weather outside!  

The practice of ‘luften’, opening your windows and doors daily, is thought to reduce mold, odors and pollutants.  

To explain shane was joined by Professor John Wenger from the Centre for Research in Atmospheric Chemistry in University College Cork...


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