5-Layer HEPA Material Pleated Paper Filter for Most 5 Gal. and Larger RIDGID Wet/Dry Shop Vacuums (6-Pack)

I used this filter in my 16 gal 6.5 hp rigid vac to clean mouse nest and droppings out of the heater system and filter of my pickup truck. It clogged up pretty much and that was not a lot of debris. But worse, the whole inside of the vac drum and any exposed parts were then coated with disgusting mouse dirt. Even the vacuum hose and attachments. Had to wash everything with water and chlorine to get rid of the smell. After that experience I bought some vacuum bags and use these in the vacuum for everything and that keeps most of the larger dust from ever getting to the filter. One other trick is to get a long 2.5" hose and attach it to the exhaust side of the vac and run that out a window. That will keep from blowing around whatever dust you might stir up where you are cleaning. That's what the guy that cleans my fireplace/chimney does.

I'd like to use this to cleanup after removing rotting moldy wood from the basement walls. Will this filter out mold spores?

Yes, this is the best one...but you would also be fine with the 3 layer filter if you wanted a cheaper one

No. Lead paint dust still a Haz. Mat. product, per Federal Lead Laws.

Yes, I use this filter when cleaning my 3 Pellet stoves. Been using it for 3 years with no leakage of ash.

Yes, should. Check owner manual (if you have),just in case.

Hepa filters are the best. Removes debris and cleans the air while doing all jobs! Great product

Yes, the filter bag helps keep the filter clean

I would say they are just being truthful. Just because it's made of HEPA-rated materials, doesn't mean it will meet HEPA standards. I know I stating the obvious but without contacting the filter manufacturer, that's the best information I can give. On a side note, I use this filter on a Vac that I clean my 3 pellet stoves, it stops the very fine ash from getting out of the Vac.

HEPA filters are designed to reduce the amount of small particles released into the air.