Ever notice how your home seems to collect dust way faster in winter? You just cleaned yesterday, and already there's a fresh layer on every surface. It's not your imagination. Winter actually does make your home dustier, and there are specific reasons why.

When you crank up the heating, the dry air circulating through your home stirs up dust particles and keeps them airborne longer. Plus, you're keeping windows closed, meaning less fresh air circulation and more trapped dust. Add in more time spent tracking in dirt, shedding skin cells, and wearing cozy fabrics that shed fibers, and you've got the perfect storm for dust buildup.

A few strategic changes to your routine and your home setup can drastically cut down on winter dust. Here's how to tackle the problem at the source.

1. Run a h

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