Homemade Shop Vac Filters

I must respectfully disagree. Although being very economical, panty hose are very poor filters. everything smaller than the largest opening in the mesh will be sucked through and blown out into the house. I think you could avoid many potential problems by using REAL hepa filters. Industial filter pads are cheaper in bulk. check the

godismyshadow

February 25, 20150 found this helpful

For dry pick-up around the house I just wrap some toilet paper around the foam and secure it with rubber bands. When I finish vacuuming I remove the toilet paper and throw it out or flush it.