HEPA vacuum / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

A close-up shot of cleaning black mold spores on a wooden beam in a basement
Healthy indoor air quality

A Guide to Safe and Non-Toxic Mold Removal from Wood Framing in Homes

...HEPA vacuum cleaner: A vacuum with a High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter is a crucial tool for capturing mold spores without releasing them back into the air. A standard vacuum will simply spread the spores. Personal protective equipment (PPE): See the next section for a detailed list. Scrub brushes: A stiff-...