You should also remove small furniture and decorative items on the walls so they do not get dusty.
You can then put a layer of foam-board insulation to protect the floors from dust and debris. Plywood would also work well.
You should also cover all closed doors with plastic sheets. You can then add a layer of plywood or foam-board insulation on the walls and doors to protect them from dust.
You should also place sticky mats by the doorway so the dust on your shoes can be contained on the mats and does not get in the rest of the house.
If there is a return vent in the space, you may have to shut off the system for one to two hours while the work is being done. This will prevent dust from circulating in the house.
Do not place the fan by an open window so it can blow the dust outside. This can taint the air outside and blow dust onto your neighbors.
When you cut wood or sand drywall, attach a dust-collecting vacuum to your power tools. This will help to minimize dust circulating as you work.
You can rent a portable air scrubber for $150-$200 USD a week. You can also invest in an air scrubber if you plan to do a lot of demolition and remodeling. They can be pricey, around $980 USD, but they tend to last for a long time and are the best option for removing dust effectively.
At the end of the work day, check the filter in the air scrubber. If it is covered in dust and dirt, you may need to change it so you can have a fresh one in for the next work day.
You can also try misting the filter with water to help trap fine dust in the vacuum as you use it to clean the area. Make sure you clean and brush off the filters in the shop vacuum once you are done so it is ready to use the following day.
Remove the plastic sheets and plywood once you clean out the dust. Then, do a final vacuum of the area once the sheets have been removed to get rid of any remaining dust.
