Whether you’re renovating a hospital wing, updating an office suite, or retrofitting a commercial building, one challenge never changes: construction dust. It’s more than a minor inconvenience—it can damage sensitive equipment, trigger respiratory issues, contaminate clean areas, and create regulatory headaches. So what’s the best way to contain it indoors? 

Let’s explore why dust containment matters, where common methods fall short, and how a modular wall system like Edge Guard’s offers a smarter solution. 

Why Construction Dust Control Matters Indoors 

Construction dust doesn’t just settle on surfaces. Fine particles can travel through HVAC systems, land in sterile zones, or circulate in occupied workspaces long after a project ends. Indoor environments require an even higher level of containment due to the presence of people, electronics, and critical operations. 

Why it matters: 

• Health risks: Airborne dust can cause respiratory irritation or trigger asthma. 

• Facility damage: Dust infiltrates server rooms, medical equipment, and machinery. 

• Compliance requirements: Regulations like OSHA 1926.1153 and infection control protocols (such as ICRA) may apply in healthcare or commercial buildings. 

• Added costs: More time spent cleaning, replacing filters, or repairing dust-related damage. 

According to the CDC, exposure to dust during construction is a significant risk factor for occupational lung diseases—and controlling it is critical in enclosed or poorly ventilated environments. 

Where Traditional Containment Falls Short 

Many facilities and contractors still rely on outdated or underperforming solutions, including: 

• Plastic sheeting and tape: Easy to tear, doesn’t seal properly around doors or ceilings, and looks unprofessional. 

• Drywall barriers: Durable, but expensive, time-consuming to install, and wasteful. 

• Ad hoc solutions: Often inconsistent and non-compliant with health and safety protocols. 

The problem with these methods? They’re often hard to install, prone to failure, and rarely reusable. 

A Smarter Solution: Modular Containment Walls 

The best way to contain construction dust indoors is with a professional, modular wall system that’s designed specifically for occupied, sensitive, or high-traffic spaces. Our adjustable wall panels and temporary construction walls provide a clean, secure, and flexible containment method that outperforms traditional options. 

Key Advantages: 

• Fast, tool-free setup – Panels snap together quickly and require no construction crew. 

• Custom fit for any layout – Choose from multiple panel heights (7’–10′) and widths (12″–60″) to adapt to hallways, open spaces, or tight corners. 

• Dust-sealing accessories – Use foam seals, door sweeps, and ceiling extensions to create airtight enclosures. 

• HEPA exhaust panel integration – Supports negative air machines to remove dust and maintain air quality. 

• Reusable and sustainable – Unlike drywall or plastic, these panels can be used job after job, reducing long-term costs and waste. 

• Professional appearance – Ideal for environments where aesthetics and trust matter, like hospitals, retail spaces, or public buildings. 

Where Modular Containment Makes Sense 

Our systems are already in use across a wide range of industries that require dust control during renovation, maintenance, or construction: 

• Healthcare facilities – Limit dust exposure for patients and meet ICRA standards. 

• Corporate offices – Keep employees safe and operations running smoothly. 

• Data centers and labs – Protect sensitive equipment from particle contamination. 

• Schools, airports, and government buildings – Maintain safe separation in high-traffic areas. 

Whether it’s a short-term project or long-term phased renovation, our modular panels can be reconfigured or relocated as needs change. 

Construction dust is a serious issue in indoor spaces—but it’s also one that can be controlled with the right solution. Ditch the plastic sheeting and drywall, and upgrade to a containment system that’s faster, cleaner, and more professional. 

Edge Guard’s modular wall systems help contractors and facility managers keep projects safe, compliant, and on track. If you’re planning interior construction work, we can help you contain the dust—before it becomes a bigger problem. 

Visit edge-guard.com to learn more or request a quote.