I'm planning to remove and replace some drywall and plaster that became moldy due to a leak. I'd like to know the best ways to keep dust from getting into my furniture, especially my dresser drawers. Can I tape them up to avoid having to take them out completely without ruining the finish? Also, if I bag clothes and items in plastic drawstring garbage bags and seal them tightly with tape, will that protect them from dust? I'm limited on space in my house, so I can't move everything out.
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Yep, definitely cover your furniture with some cheap plastic! For your clothes in garbage bags, sealing them tightly with tape is a good call. Just make sure there are no holes so the dust doesn't sneak in. It should work fine for keeping everything clean while you redo the drywall. But don't forget to clean up while you work, like using a vacuum to keep the dust at bay!
One easy solution is to throw a cheap plastic tarp over your furniture to keep it covered. You can also bag up your clothes and anything else you want to protect. When you cut or sand the drywall, try using a vacuum with a hose attached to catch most of the dust. A shop vac with a good filter works best! Make sure to take breaks to clean up any dust that accumulates—this really helps minimize the mess. If you can, set up a fan in a window to blow dust outside while you work, too! It makes a big difference.