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How to Build a Vacuum for Fireplace Ash

If you have ever tried using your regular vacuum cleaner to clean out your fireplace, then you probably know that it's not a good idea. The ash particles are so fine that they pass through the bag and filter, spraying directly into the air. This problem is easily solved by a trip to the hardware store. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Shop vac
  • Vacuum bag for fine particles
  • Cylindrical filter for shop vac
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Instructions

    • 1

      Buy or borrow a standard shop vac of any size.

    • 2

      Go to a major home supply store and purchase a shop vac bag rated for ultra-fine particles. Look on the label. Some are even specifically rated for ash.

    • 3

      Make sure that the bag fits the capacity of your shop vac. It would also be a good idea to get a cylindrical filter as well, if you do not have one for your shop vac.

    • 4

      Install the bag and filter according to the instructions.

    • 5

      Vacuum your fireplace with confidence. Take the shop vac outside before removing the bag for disposal.

    • 6

      Take the shop vac outside before removing the bag for disposal.

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