News Fix: Furniture market, Indoor air quality, Dog allergies

Here’s today’s Home Improvement News Fix. Top stories include the growing furniture industry, how indoor air quality affects workers, and safely treating dog allergies. 

In Business News

According to a report from Allied Market Research, the global furniture industry was estimated at $556.36 billion in 2020. Further, the furniture industry is anticipated to reach $877.43 billion by 2031. 

While there are market constraints for the supply chain currently, there are changes occurring in the furniture market. In summary, experts expect growth based on the development of eco-friendly raw materials, E-commerce, and an increase in disposable income.

In Planet News

Sustainable buildings increase productivity. The US Green Building Council reports that a body of research estimated worker productivity gains ranging from 2 to 10 percent with better indoor air quality. 

And, healthier buildings are associated with 1.6 fewer sick days each year, according to research. That might not sound like a lot per person, but it's a lot when we consider the number of employees at a large company. 

Did You Know?

Zyrtec-D is harmful to dogs. Since it contains the active ingredient pseudo-ephedrine, which can cause high blood pressure, seizures, and even death. 

Veterinarians deem Standard Zyrtec safe when administered appropriately.

But, dogs don't usually have allergies to things they ingest. Instead, most dog allergies are contact-based. So an oatmeal bath may be the best way to treat your pup.