Once you understand the right cleaning methods, the next step is to make sure you’re using the right tools and products. Not all vacuums, cleaners, or cloths are created equal—especially when you’re dealing with fine particles like mold spores and toxins.

The goal here is simple: use tools that remove particles, not just push them around, and choose products that are effective but safe—especially for people with sensitivities.

🧰 Essential Tools

These tools will make the job faster, safer, and more thorough:

• True HEPA Vacuum

• Certified sealed HEPA units trap particles down to 0.3 microns.

• Avoid shop vacs with add-on filters—they often leak.

• Use brush attachments to agitate surfaces gently.

• Microfiber Towels

• Capture and hold microscopic particles better than cotton.

• Use disposable or washable versions—discard after heavy use.

• Swiffer Dusters

• Great for delicate or detailed surfaces, blinds, and high corners.

• Single-use heads prevent re-spreading contamination.

• Compressed Air / Low-Pressure Blowers

• Use outside only. Helpful for electronics, carvings, and textured surfaces.

• Recommended types:

• Hair dryer (no heat)

• Rechargeable electronics blower

• Mini battery-powered leaf blower

• Air compressor (low pressure, adjustable)

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• P100 or N95 mask

• Nitrile gloves

• Eye protection

• Disposable coveralls or old clothes you can immediately wash