I don't have a fireplace set and it seems a lot easier if I could just vacuum up the mess. Is this safe to do?
2007-12-16 17:22:05 · 8 answers · asked by AggieAM 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
You can but make absolutely sure that the fire is long since out and there are no embers.
2007-12-16 17:30:23 · answer #1 · answered by Paddy O 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, this method works... Just be sure to use a shop vac.... A wet/dry one preferebly.. That way you can take out the paper filter and rinse the whole unit... If you use your regular vacuum you may have to replace the filter/bag....
Also, be sure that there are no HOT embers in the fireplace that could catch your vacuum on fire....
good luck
2007-12-17 03:48:53 · answer #2 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can.... But There are two things to keep in mind... #1. This is obvious but make SURE the fire is OUT. #2. You might look into some really good microfiltration filter bags for your vacuum. You'd be shocked at the dust your vacuum throws in the air and that smell is not one you want to have drifting around the house for MONTHS. So go spend a few extra dollars are some really good bags. And good luck.
2007-12-16 18:33:30 · answer #3 · answered by EVOX 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don´t do that. Quit being lazy and use a brush and dust pan. Then and only then maybe just to get the particles that remain.
You´re gonna clog up the filters on the vac since ashes are composed of the very finest particles and it will spread the hickory smell all over the place as well.
2007-12-17 00:05:30 · answer #4 · answered by Pi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your vacuum is over $400 I just wouldn't do it. The smell and odor will stay long after.
If you have a dirt devil or cheap vacuum go for it.
2007-12-16 17:49:31 · answer #5 · answered by Born Valentine's Day 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scoop out as much as you can first with a dust pan, then vacuum the rest. If you vacuum it all it will clog the machine and ruin it.
2007-12-16 18:15:38 · answer #6 · answered by GabbyGal 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yeah, I do it , you just have to clean the vaccuum nozzle up well afterwards, the soot gets on it heavy
but it will work great
2007-12-16 17:31:23 · answer #7 · answered by doc 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-12-16 17:29:13 · answer #8 · answered by PINK!! 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋