Ever since framing began on our addition, we’ve had a ZipWall dust barrier occupying one end of the family room. The device allows very messy work to be performed on the wall between the addition and the family room without dust and construction debris getting into the room.
It’s worked well, and we have continued using the family room every day. In the not-too-distant future a door will be installed, providing access from the family room to the new laundry room.
The ZipWall keeps the construction mess out of the family room.