DON'T BUY FILTERS| DIY VAC FILTER HACK | SAVE MONEY| RIDGID VACUUM | HOW TO
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Hey there,
I recently needed to get a new filter for my 12 Gallon 5.0 HP Ridgid Wet/Dry Shop Vac Vacuum but it's not sold in stores in my country and purchasing online was way too pricey. So I did some research and I came across a video here on youtube that showed how I could create a filter for safe use and not have to practically throw away money buying filters in the future. When you do home renovations you realise how helpful a vacuum really is. This hack was the best thing I came across and I must give credit where it's due.
Here's a link to engineer Bill . His channel is Engineer's Home Workshop
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Thanks to engineer Bill I was able to save money and get my vacuum working again. Watch til the end of my video to see what I did.
I hope you guys enjoyed this video and you learnt something.
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Heidi xo
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Some folks gave a thumbs down. I'm not sure why but don't knock it if you haven't tried it. I tried it and it worked and hence the reason I made this video. I'm not one to promote something that's false. That's why I did research first . But thanks for the views.
Prolly because you think "expensive paper towels" are a waste... cheaper towels you need 3 sheets to dry up a spill vs. A name brand does it in one sheet without dissolving into nothing...
@@SLOBALT2009 thank you for your comment. According to engineer Bill whose concept it was . He said you don't need expensive paper towels. I'm glad that he did because that's a way to save money. Which everyone would be glad to do.
@@chillinwithh He said, "you need to get a good quality paper towel". Expensive doesn't mean quality. In his case, he used Bounty paper towels. He definitely didn't say you don't need expensive paper towels. He also had original filter media still on his vac. Cool to see that yours is capturing the dust without.
@@Brealu yes it worked without expensive paper towels or other filter media. That's the point.
My theory for the thumbs down is that they're seeing videos in their feed that they don't want to see. something in the algorythem is showing them videos that they're not interested in and the only way to get them out is to use a thumbs down or choose "not interested". Most people don't know about the "not interested" or it's just easier to hit the thumbs down button.
I wouldn't take it personal. I've seen videos of a kitten being cute getting a thumbs down before.
I watched a few videos before I got to yours, you explained it so well an 81 year old man in South Carolina USA could understand. Thank you so much, I look forward to many more videos from you.
😆that's awesome 👌 I really appreciate your kind words. Thank you for your support. Please do subscribe and click the bell 🔔 to get notifications when I upload new videos
Peg Leg Pete, firstly, that’s a great name. ☺️
Secondly, don’t you have family to go over and clean your place up for you?
I mean, I’m all up for you keeping your exercise, but maybe put a youngin on the vacuuming and replacing the filter...that way you are free to maybe go do the roofing or something a bit more challenging?
Just kiddin!
(I mean, about the roofing.)
I really meant you should have someone helping you with changing the filter because you really shouldn’t be breathing that stuff.
It’s super bad for your lungs and respiratory system overall.
Those particulates can cause all kinds of issues if their inhaled just a little even.
I hope you have a spare mask you can wear while changing the filter, or rather find that help to do it for you. 👍
Take care!
I have been using this method for a few years but what I did was wrap the towels around the original filter with excess on top and bottom and secure the ends with hose clamps on the solid part of the filter. Don’t over tighten as you will crush the filter. I also have a rigid vac and this has worked great for me.
The only thing I would add is to wear a mask and gloves when working with dust. Also, maybe put water in the bucket with a spray bottle to keep the dust from flying around. And maybe rubber bands, instead of painters tape to hold the paper towels? Quicker and more efficient? Thanks for the video! Never thought to use. paper towels!
Do you suggest wearing a bicycle helmet too?
@@fredgrebner526 Good thing I wasn't talking to you
Sister doesn't worry about others who criticize you. Those have always something to say negative but in reality, they can't produce a single helpful video. I saw the original hack and yours too both are great. Thanks a lot.
Thank you 😊
I use 6 of the blue disposable shop towels seems to be magic number. Work as a wet filter too. Use electrical tape or a gear tie to hold it on I've found electrical tape works best I usually keep a roll in a plastic baggie inside the shop vac. Window screen wrapped around the towels wasn't necessary in my opinion and I stopped using that method. It helps to hold the paper towels in place around the bottom I've just started to twist them all together as it tightens the towels up around the vacuum and wrapping the twist in some electrical tape. Took me longer to type this comment than it does to clean and change filter in my shop vac. Thanks Engineer Bill
For anyone who sews, you could use interfacing ,(the sew in kind that has no adhesive on it), and pleat it. It is similar to the bag filters but thinner, so suction should not be compromised. And the Rigid filters are heavily pleated to trapmore dirt, so you could probably double up the length and wrap it twice, and use a heavy rubber band or sewing elastic.
Thank you for your suggestion
I left that hole in the back (exhsust) open too. But my brother saw that and brought me a part that snaps in there w another filter to capture the dust you cant see that comes out of there. I had no idea...but it makes sense! Get it!! I think he just picked it up at home depot! I was going to get filters [The Honest Carpenter did a good piece on shop vacs ) but now I'll hold off and and try yours to clean my cellar👍
Thanks unfortunately we don't have a home depot here in the Caribbean and the stores barely stocks things for this vac. Hence the DIY.
Good idea! One suggestion I have is to make a "sock" or a bag that slips over your old filter out of an old t-shirt, or similar. Just sew it into a rough shape that will fit over and hold on with either tape or a big elastic band. Add more layers for better filtering (but less suction), as per your taste.
Yup, old towel works too. T-Shirt is great as well (might let in a bit more "dust" but flow is better for sure)
Or even a combo may work better?
It’s nice that they all work, so the fun is figuring out which work the best!
I Think there are many of these shop vac are cheap to buy but the filter are where they make there money. They are made of paper and do fall apart very fast. I an going to make one using the fiberglass used in AC home filter as the outside and paper on the inside.This video has really help me with this same problem I have with my shop vac.
If you have the smaller portable vacuums, you can get a box of cloth shoe covers and they fit PERFECT over the vacuum cage like a sock.... try it out. If your sucking up like Sheetrock dust you'll have to double the shoe cover but 1 worked perfect for chucks of dirt and wood shavings stuff like that
Just super fine dust you gotta use 2 cause it kinda sorta gets past 1 layer
Cool ..thanks for the suggestion
I've watched the video you mention and do recall the engineer used chicken wire to hold the paper towels to the canister. I use that method and it works very well - helps to use Bounty or other brand good quality paper towels.
Every time I change my shop vac filters I wash the foam insert and hose out and dry the inner parts of the bucket. It looks new when I am done that part. One layer of those blue shop towels will more than suffice for the cloth filter part. The vacuum cleans the shop but who washes and cleans the vacuum? I do.
Looks like new before the next cleanup. All your shop equipment will last much longer if treated well and cleaned after every use.
Put some duct tape on the chain link
at the top and bottom and then put the
paper towels up to the duct tape and
you will have something smooth to
use the painters tape on.
Your idea to use paper towels is actually very good, but to make it even easer to clean, I would suggest that you could make a double layer cloth bag with a draw or pull string top to put around the filter, making it easer to clean. Good luck, I wish you all the best.
Hi thanks for the tip. I can't take credit for the idea it was engineer Bill who did a video on it and I decided to try it out . I shared a link to his channel in the description box above.
Great idea on the draw string..👍🇺🇸
Remember to wear garden gloves or plastic food service gloves 🧤 when cleaning. Also an old pair of stockings will work just stretch over the filter after you put your paper towel filter on. Hugzz...luv the hat you're wearing 😁
Thank you. 😊
plastic gloves will stop airflow
I didn’t even know these needed disposable filter bags. I’ll need to check it out.
NYLON LEG STOCKINGS WORK AWESOME. CHEAP & DISPOSAL. DOLLAR STORE OR 40 PAK AMAZON CHEAP. 👍🏼
Not where I live..hence the video..thanks for the suggestion tho
My dads org shop vac had a sewn muslin cover, with w draw string too go around the filter. After yrs of use and washing my mom made a few new ones out of muslin. Used old one as a pattern.
You can just wash out a shop vac filter, nothing special. Tap the large dust accumulation off, then just run water backwards through the media: run, don't spray hard. The water will carry the dirt off. Shop vac filters are not all that efficient on fine particles, so you're dealing with larger particles that clean off easily. I've got at least one shop vac filter I've been using for over a decade.
That sounds right! But she explained that she had cleaned it so many times that the filter paper had been badly torn up, and shipping one filter to where she lived was $50. So, if you're in a situation like this, then this is a good fix! 😁
I have tried your recommendation and I gently ran water thru the filter after removed the heavy particles. The filter was hung up and air dried. It shriveled up when I went to check it the next day..
@@johneubanks5951 Wow. All the filters I've cleaned are in some kind of restricting frame.
@@petem6503 I'm glad you commented on my reply, I hadn't noticed that about the filters I was buying. The inside of the filters I bought did have a cross hatch looking metal screen in it but the outside pleated part did not. I usually buy the cheapest I can find, but I went to Lowes and looked at other brands of filters and you are correct, some of them had the exterior and interior metal part encasing the pleated filter, so I bought 1 for like $20 bucks and I'll try again what you said and I'll let ya know how it went after I dirty up the filter. Thank you 😉
Great job. I washed the original Ridgid filter with garden hose filter came out nice an clean almost new looking.
I did that a few times eventually the paper got torn..hence the DIY.
Thank you for the video, was about to spend $80 Cad on filters, but I am going to use your method.
I like that little laugh in the beginning like” hah yeah right lol”
Just had an inspired idea to use a used dryer fabric cloth or a fresh one. As a filter. For my vaccum cleaner. It will make the room smell nice nice. Don't forget too use a dryed out one. Not a freshly damp one.
Let us know how it works
Its the bounce dryer clothe. Definitely let you know. If possible.
good job! but what about a filter for wet vaccuming , like water, wat do u use then, or do you even need a filter to pick up dirty water? thanks!
I've never had to vacuum water yet..sorry can't advise..check engineer bill on TH-cam link in the description box.
Don’t use a filter to pick up water. Not necessary
This is a great idea as a pre filter but you should still buy a real filter to capture small micron particles that the eye can't see. I think this is why some people gave a thumbs down.
cool thanks! I followed a video by engineer Bill see the link in the description box to his channel.
@@chillinwithh here is one by a woodworker. Once you see what dust can do to a lung, you -might- change your mind about using paper towels.
That seems like a good alternative to me. Those filters can cost a good amount. I'm all for saving money and still get the job done. Thanks for the tip😊
Glad you liked it !
You rock thanks for the heads up. I never saw the other dude so this here will probably save some bones at some point.
Thanks 😊
Try to make a cyclone separator, ur filters will never be dirty again
GRACIAS ! this was what I was looking for ,,,, down in Baja California
Glad I could help
Very good idea.....I have been doing that for years but I use blue shop towels.....
It's definitely a cheap easy way to do it. Nice Job on the Video 👍.
Yes, thank you
Thank you 🎉. You remind me of my mom when she was a young lady and very active. Cleaning and solving whatever came her way. I remember her ssying "what now?" and "if it's not one thing it's another!" :) And like you, solve the problem and move on to the next. :) What a blessing to have wonderful friends like you, sharing solutions with us Barneys.
Sincere appreciation, AL
P.S. when we get to Heaven, Praise the Lord, I'll introduce you to my momma Caroline. She's gonna like you! :)
How sweet God bless her and you
Tip: preapply the tape on top like in a countertop where u can peel it away. Then u won't be fighting the towel
Thanks for thr suggestion
I have read that some people place the paper towels over the original filter. That would add extra cleanliness. Pool skimmer socks are also used by some people. Also, there is no way I would use my Ridgid vacuums without a vacuum bag, but to each their own.
This one didn't have a vacuum bag ..hence the DIY
@@chillinwithh Yes, I'm aware, they never do. It's a separate purchase. Am trying to figure out any alternates to the bag though, because they are also expensive.
This works so great!!! Thanks so much for posting and making this video! Love it!
Glad you saw it useful 👍
I’m going to try this tomorrow, thanks for the video
At first I thought it was not going to work but no it works great thank you for the tip
Glad it helped
I wouldn't do a video on something that won't work or didn't work for me. I'm not that type of person..
I want to do this for sucking up the sludge from the bottom of an emptied pond. The pump ejected most of the water, but there is still some water. Any solutions that will work with some water? If I made the paper towel a few layers thick, I expect that would reduce the suction power too much.
I'm sorry I'm not an expert in this. Perhaps you can message engineer Bill his link to his channel is in the description box. Good luck.
Amazon sells a product called a sludge sucker. It works with a pressure washer machine.
@@kimariokiji- thanks!
Totally worked!!! Thank you for making this video!
Glad it helped!
I just did this to clean out an ash-filled pellet stove and it worked perfectly.
Awesome 👌
I'm going to use the paper/fabric? Bag that my new purse came in. Looks like filter material to me! 😁Thanks for the idea.
Sounds great!
Fantastic fix! Might I suggest trying electrical tape? You can wrap it around tighter, and it won't tear. 😁 I'm going to use your idea now! Thank you so much for sharing!
Glad I could help. Thanks for the tip
Smart using old cage of the filter! Easier to secure than wrapping paper towel around the unit itself
Thanks
A Rubber Band works better, I use the 1" wide bands that they use at the lab to draw blood, glue the ends togeather using Contact Cement, you can make it any size you need. Works Great,
I used what I had on hand
Hello, nice video thanks for the tip I just find this channel and it's good to know you're a local as well. I know you use paper towels and tape but here is an option if you like to try. Aiglam Pool Skimmer socks, they in packs of 30 and the pool shop should have them.
Never heard of them ..but I'll check them out..thanks..welcome and please don't forget to subscribe.
Just checked.. I think I'll stick with the paper towels..thanks for your suggestion.
Great explanation & demonstration. I think you have the Rigid WD 12450 model- same as me. You have such a great manner that I would LOVE to see your tips and progress on your home renovations for sure! Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much .🙂
Sure ....do share all of your tips on renovation... thanks
I use a pool skimmer sock that I place over the original filter.. You don't need to use tape or anything as it's designed to be placed over a basket.. You just shake it off and from time totem you wash it.. I bought 10 on Amazon for $10 and after 9 months I have only used the one over and over... Way better then your paper towel trick. They are made fours in water so it hanse problem with you washing them.. There is a vision TH-cam about this and how easy it is to install them. he even has a Amazon link for the soaks
I guess you didn't listen to what I said at the beginning of the video..
I have the same machine and my filters are washable. I pick a dry and swap and leave the other in the sun.
VF4000 Replacement Filter
Mine got torn after several wash so hence the DIY.
Thank you. Im going to try rubberbands to secure the paper towels
I used what I had on hand
Have anybody use Booties (shoe covers). To cover the vac filter?
Not a bad idea, but it's not filtering out the fine dust. That dust is just blowing out of the exit port on the vacuum and now floating around the room while you breathe it all in
Thanks for your comment but actually that was happening before I used the paper towel. That's when I did my research and found this strategy by engineer Bill.
@@chillinwithh I think J-Kane is trying to say its not as good as a hepa filter. Even if you use the filter your shop vac came with, unless it says hepa the fine dust is getting out. If you really want to eliminate the .3 micron stuff you should use a hepa filter and a bag, but if your just going to use a standard filter, im sure the paper towels are almost as good.
@@djjinerson thank you .I'm happy with the paper towels
I have 2 of the older ridgid vacuum like yours the inlet is in the lid and you can't use bags to contain all ther mess i got a newer ridgid vac with the inlet on the body of the can and the bags make such a difference. You can purchase the bags on Amazon for $2 each
Shipping to Trinidad is too much hence the DIY.
I knew you were from Trinidad when i heard your voice it reminds me of my friend wife
We do.have a unique accent for sure 😊
What a great idea ! keep It Up!
Thanks 😊
Buy an air purifier filter replacement that has a HEPA filer and stick that on there.
Thanks it's all about saving $$ atm..
Can you put string on instead?
Hi yea you can.. engineer Bill who demonstrated this actually used string I think. Since I did this video months ago. Yesterday I finally cleaned up the bin and changed the paper towels. So ywa if you don't have the tape you can use the zip tie or string.
Thanks for the tip! Great vid!
Hey, if it works it works. I saw another video where someone suggested putting some woman's pantyhose over the collection tube as well. Maybe try that and then the paper towels over that to help even more.
Yea I saw that..didn't have at hand during the making of the video.So I stuck with this method.and yes it worked!
Good job can't wait to try it.
Id build a dust cyclone with a bucket, the paper towels would last alot longer with the Cyclone filter
Ok
Thank you so much! Very clever and informative! God bless!
Glad it was helpful!
The Ridgid Company says never do this it puts extra strain on motor and Paper Towels do not have the holes like filter
Ok
Thank Yu I made the papertowelFilter and I will try it soon
Great!
Bit confused. Looks messy. Does this machine not carry a vac bag to collect the dust?
No
I use a good quality shop paper towel then use a women’s panty hose to cover the paper towel. The panty hose adds another layer of filtration. The panty hose can be purchase at the dollar store.
I tried using and old tshirt but I got a.loud clacking sound from the vac so I immediately stopped it..didn't have the pantyhose at the time.
@@chillinwithh the tee shirt didn’t allow enough air to pass through. Maybe the weave was too tight.
I just use a real towel (an old one) and wash it (take it off and hose it down on the driveway) when it gets too dirty.
Awesome
Use shop towels they are much stronger and can retain strength even when wet.
Great video, thank you.
Glad you liked it!
I don't know if K&N makes a shop vac filter, but it sure keeps the dust out of my race engines..
1st of all, I could listen to you talk about anything, your accent is beautiful to these American ears!
Secondly, this is a fantastic tip, thank you 😃
Credit to the engineer Bill who shared on TH-cam info in the description box..thanks it's a Trini accent 😉
@@chillinwithh I telling myself you're a Trini! Good job. I'm trying this today. Someone told me about using paper but didn't know how to do it. Thanks for the vid.
Fellow Trini😁
Thanks for sharing your experience.
You're welcome 😊
thanks so much - subbed!!!
Thanks for the sub!
So id say in some cases , especially in a pinch , a case such as yours , great solution!
I had a rat infestation , cleaning up insulaton , masonary dust and um...rat crap.
That filter is going to be replaced.
The dust is toxic,
And the rats will follow the smell of themselves.
But ill try your method for sure
Keep safe do what works for you
watch out for Hantavirus!
Use a pool skimmer sock and stretch it over the filter.
Thank you for your suggestion
Just need something to hold the paper towels on. Heck you can afford Viva paper towels for this. One guy used nylon window screen material. Nylon knee highs from dollar store. They sell some on Amazon made especially for pool filters. I am going to try cutting up an old pair of leggings, sew up the bottom of a piece of leg to put over the paper towels to hold them on as well a rubber band on the top edge (I have a micro shopvac 1.5 g). Tape and dust doesn't sound like a great idea. Would work in a pinch.
Actually the tape held on very securely. Even with the dust. I won't share something I did test myself. Yes I saw many variations from old t-shirt to leggings but this worked out just fine for me. Since I made this I only just recently changed that paper towel "filter" from then to now the tape was still intact. As mentioned shipping oto my country is expensive.
@@chillinwithh I found some thicker opaque black nylon knee highs at Dollar Tree which I am going to try. I like the window screen idea because dust won't stick to it, but these knee highs are so easy and hold themselves on and you get 2 pairs for a dollar = 4 sleeves. I have to try. Plus, I just have a micro 1 gal. ShopVac.
@@OWK000 awesome..I wish we had a Dollar Tree store over here..
They have reusable cloth filter bags for pretty cheap on Amazon.
I know ...please listen to what I say at the beginning the video.
You are a genius !! Thank you !! X
Very nice idea
Thank you
Put a trash bag in too , I put in mine. Lid still goes on tight
Why not just attach two shopping bags together [like the white one you used for trash] around the filter and avoid using paper towels and the extra cleanup? It’s much easier and works well for ME. ~Jim~
This is what I came across when I was looking for a DIY at the time..I'm not a filter expert.
@@chillinwithh All I know is when I was using the factory ‘sock’ [that came with the vacuum] was a pain in the rear to clean. So, seeings how you have to dump the excess off of the cloth sock AND whatever else that falls inside anyway why not just attach two plastic grocery bags (for strength) together and save all the hassle. Like I said it works for ‘me’. Have a great day and stay safe!
Just use 3 rubber bands 1 on the the top 1 in the middle and 1 on the button
Thank you for your suggestion. I used what I had on hand at the time.
Good idea
Thank you
Theysell socks for the filters
Can I use this method with a new filter?
This is for when you do not have a filter replacement.
Yes. You can cover the new filter with a couple layers of paper towel and seal the top and bottom and when it gets real dirty just remove the paper towel and put on a new one. The original filter should still be fairly clean.
@@jcoyle41 thank you
good video, thanks
Thank you 😊
Not to suggest this method doesn't work, but for any DIYers thinking about doing this, please consider the fact that if something goes wrong with your "project" the person in the video can likely afford to replace whatever DIY item they're suggesting you try.
Again, no disrespect to the poster, but one must always consider the opportunity cost with DIY'ing. Your time is valuable and the potential risk of replacement.
lastly, these filter companies are in business for a reason, and that reason is they know what they're doing.
Be safe in these streets
Thank you for your comment. I guess you didn't read my description box nor my pinned comment. This was a method recommended by a qualified engineer which I tried and found it worked. FYI I also mentioned my disclaimer it worked for me and I don't know if it would work for other products perhaps you didn't watch the entire video or listened properly which is why I placed a link to the original video of the engineer whose name is Bill who suggested the procedure. FYI filter companies like any other business is marketing a product for profit. While it maybe tested and sold it doesn't mean a DIY is not as effective or practical. Everyone looking on big and has sense ..Use your discretion.
You didn't watch the video did you? What terrible catastrophe do you for see happening using this method?
Appreciate You~Thank You😇
Thanks fellow Trini. I aint buying again, even in america! Money way too tight. 🤞🏾
It saved me alot..
Thank you
You know non-branded replacement filter on Amazon is 15-$20 right
Yes I do know that. At the beginning of the video I did mention that shipping to my country costs wayyy more than the filter. Which is why I did the DIY.
You know she covered why that isn't a feasible option in the video right
And $15-$20 for a filter is outrageous
Thank you.
Hola, que numero de filtro lleva
Mentioned in the video
I used to use a pair of clean, used pantyhose as a pre-filter. It was better than what was available at the time. now, no way do I do that! or this "mad/hack"! I understand in a pinch/emergency maybe. please learn more about airborne dust particles and the horrible effects it has on your health, before doing this or any other "mod". Get a dust deputy. add HEPA filters to your vacuum to better protect your, your families, and those working around you.
Thanks I live in the Caribbean so my home is well ventilated lots of windows. I only use the vac for major cleaning . And still wipe sanitise my home. This hack is from an engineer.i tried his suggestion and it worked.
Oh stfu. Household dust isn't going to harm you. It's silica dust you have to worry about. But thank God you used a "clean" pair of pantyhose to use in a vacuum. God that would have been embarrassing had they been dirty.
Or zip tie?
Cool thanks
Gracias
Make a reusable BAG!!!...the vacuum is intended to be used with a bag otherwise the filter will clog and kill your machine
This one never came with bag just a filter..so I have never used a bag ..
Saludos hermosa ,mi aspiradora es casi igual,muy buena y barata idea. Gracias desde México un saludo please use the translate 💯
Gracias
Thanks good video...Australia
Glad you enjoyed it