What kind of face covering(s) do you have and use?
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I made some out of an old denim shirt, and some out of old cotton pjs.
Bought a couple home made type cloth ones from Michaels.
Got some free disposable ones from Alberta gov't. All have ear loops.
Also have some simple folded ones from silk scarves and use elastics like the ones around broccoli.
Bought a couple home made type cloth ones from Michaels.
Got some free disposable ones from Alberta gov't. All have ear loops.
Also have some simple folded ones from silk scarves and use elastics like the ones around broccoli.
I have a similar small collection, but have just been using a t-shirt that I fashioned into a neck gaiter.
I have 2 homemade cloth masks my sister-in-law made, 1 mask from Mack Weldon, and 5 masks from Lorenzo Uomo on the way.
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At the moment only demons come to mind
@bgriffin, are the ones you have on order for the office?
I'm glad you posted that! At work I have to wear masks issued by my agency. I have been looking for more masks to wear just around when I'm at home. My girlfriend got masks from Johnny Was. She loves them and they are really beautiful but floral and definitely girl masks. I'm ordering the Lorenzo Uomo. I just looked them up and read the reviews. Very nice.
I've only been using disposable masks.
A question for those using cloth masks - how often do you wash them? Do you have multiple masks and rotate them?
A question for those using cloth masks - how often do you wash them? Do you have multiple masks and rotate them?
@MSF wrote:
@bgriffin, are the ones you have on order for the office?
The ones I have on order are to wear the 1 time a week I get out of the house.
There are reasons that a body stays in motion
At the moment only demons come to mind
At the moment only demons come to mind
@Bena wrote:
A question for those using cloth masks - how often do you wash them? Do you have multiple masks and rotate them?
I have not washed mine but will in the next load of laundry I do. I wear mine at most once a week so I figure any contamination on them is gone by the next time I wear it.
There are reasons that a body stays in motion
At the moment only demons come to mind
At the moment only demons come to mind
I consider these to be "delicates" and recommend hand washing them.
@bgriffin wrote:
@Bena wrote:
A question for those using cloth masks - how often do you wash them? Do you have multiple masks and rotate them?
I have not washed mine but will in the next load of laundry I do. I wear mine at most once a week so I figure any contamination on them is gone by the next time I wear it.
I wash everything on cold and dry on low so not concerned.
There are reasons that a body stays in motion
At the moment only demons come to mind
At the moment only demons come to mind
I see. I was thinking more about potential friction and pulling.
reusable, washable pleated cloth masks (tie around)
There is a collection of almost half dozen for DH & I that I made.
I put them in washing machine after an outing that is 1-3 stops. We go out and about maybe once a week. Air dry only.
There is a collection of almost half dozen for DH & I that I made.
I put them in washing machine after an outing that is 1-3 stops. We go out and about maybe once a week. Air dry only.
We are using disposable masks with ear elastics. Between uses they get sprayed with a 91% alcohol and are allowed to air dry.
I have been sewing masks for friends and family. After experimenting with several patterns, I've settled on one that has a seam down the middle, a pocket for a nose wire, a pocket for a filter, and loops that go behind the head. It's one continuous loop with no tying. It can hang around my neck if I need to briefly remove it, so that is convenient. The wire and filter need to be removed before washing, which I do about once a week (I only wear them once or twice a week). I've also made some headbands with buttons for those who wear ear-loop styles.
Some have been plain/patterned fabric I had on hand, but I've also bought Star Wars, Incredibles, and Mine Craft fabric... these were requested by full-grown men.
Some have been plain/patterned fabric I had on hand, but I've also bought Star Wars, Incredibles, and Mine Craft fabric... these were requested by full-grown men.
Mine is probably not the healthiest option by far but I have three disposable masks on the go. I re-wear them once every three days. One sits on each side of the car dash and the third sits in the middle so I can keep them apart and also keep track of them. When not being worn they are sitting in the sunlight all day.
I went with the 'once every three days' policy as our provincial dental association has told their members that they are allowed to re-wear their gear every three days provided it has not been in contact with any other previously worn PPE. It appears that they believe the virus doesn't live longer than three days on PPE.
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I went with the 'once every three days' policy as our provincial dental association has told their members that they are allowed to re-wear their gear every three days provided it has not been in contact with any other previously worn PPE. It appears that they believe the virus doesn't live longer than three days on PPE.
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@Threemom, that sounds impressive. Would love to see them. @Bena, hey, if it works, it works. Nothing wrong with that. If anything, it is a more environmentally-friendly approach.
I do have a lot of concern about most of the 'face coverings' that are being concocted. I figure that they are 'better than nothing', but I would be hard pressed to call them protection. Back in late January when we bought our boxes of masks, the emphasis was on the size of particles that could get through the mask. The ones that could actually exclude a virus size particle were already sold out so we got ones with the smallest particle size exclusion available. Even at that size the mask flutters as you try to breathe behind it when it is properly in place. When I see 'masks' that are not fluttering, and the wearer is not short of breath, I have to wonder just how much filtration there is of the air. I figure that if bandanas with coffee filters were efficient, first responders would not have been begging the public for 'medical grade' masks.
Similarly, there is lots of 'Hand Sanitizer' hitting the market these days. In order to be effective it must have at least 60% ethanol or 70% isopropyl alcohol. (Remember that '80 proof' means 40% alcohol.) Such products are supposed to be under the supervision of the FDA and therefore should have a "Drug Facts" labelling. If they don't, keep walking.
Similarly, there is lots of 'Hand Sanitizer' hitting the market these days. In order to be effective it must have at least 60% ethanol or 70% isopropyl alcohol. (Remember that '80 proof' means 40% alcohol.) Such products are supposed to be under the supervision of the FDA and therefore should have a "Drug Facts" labelling. If they don't, keep walking.
Security theater. Unless I'm planning to be in a crowded area, no mask (and I'm not planning to be in a crowded area.) Our latest cruise got canceled; hoping our January one is still on. Won't be wearing a mask there, either, as I plan to hang out outside.@Flash wrote:
I do have a lot of concern about most of the 'face coverings' that are being concocted. I figure that they are 'better than nothing', but I would be hard pressed to call them protection. .
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This is what I use. I combine Type B and C. I use a different fabric for the lining so it's easy to tell front from back, and it also stretches my "nicer" fabric.
[www.craftpassion.com]
[www.craftpassion.com]
@MSF wrote:
@Threemom, that sounds impressive. Would love to see them.
@Flash, only medical-grade masks provide a significant level of protection to the wearer. The main benefit of masks and other face coverings that the public has been advised to wear, is that others are protected from you.
If hand sanitizer and hand washing are both options, the latter is the better choice.
If hand sanitizer and hand washing are both options, the latter is the better choice.
@Flash wrote:
I do have a lot of concern about most of the 'face coverings' that are being concocted. I figure that they are 'better than nothing', but I would be hard pressed to call them protection. Back in late January when we bought our boxes of masks, the emphasis was on the size of particles that could get through the mask. The ones that could actually exclude a virus size particle were already sold out so we got ones with the smallest particle size exclusion available. Even at that size the mask flutters as you try to breathe behind it when it is properly in place. When I see 'masks' that are not fluttering, and the wearer is not short of breath, I have to wonder just how much filtration there is of the air. I figure that if bandanas with coffee filters were efficient, first responders would not have been begging the public for 'medical grade' masks.
The virus does not transmit very easily as just a simple virus cell. It's transmitted in droplets of water when you breath, speak, sneeze, cough, etc. When you wear a basic mask, it stops those droplets of water, which in turn stops a huge percentage of the virus. Here is a very well written, easy to understand article from a respiratory disease doctor. It does a great job of explaining masks, why to wear them, and debunks the myths about why we shouldn't wear them.
[utswmed.org]
There are reasons that a body stays in motion
At the moment only demons come to mind
At the moment only demons come to mind
I bought masks from a local Etsy shop I learned about on NextDoor. They are made of cotton fabric, lined, with nose wire and ear loops. I wash them after a couple of uses, or when I remember.
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I have several types. I use disposable and reusable. I've had a few merchandising companies send me masks and each company has sent different types.
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That's awesome!!
@ArkLaMissshopping wrote:
I've had a few merchandising companies send me masks and each company has sent different types.
@bgriffin wrote:
I have 2 homemade cloth masks my sister-in-law made, 1 mask from Mack Weldon, and 5 masks from Lorenzo Uomo on the way.
I ordered the Lorenzo Uomo masks and got them yesterday. I'm wearing one today. They come in packs of 5 and are all blue or blue patterns. They look fine with a dress shirt or jeans and a tee shirt. Only $18 for a pack of 5 with $3 shipping. I ordered two packs and will give a couple of masks to each of my brothers. I'm very happy with them. [www.lorenzouomo.com]
I have disposables, an all-in-one for neck and face, and scarves that can be used. I got rid of a handmade mask that was not the right fit for my face. I use the disposables when necessary and change them frequently, such as after each location on work days or between various personal locations when I am in an area where I feel uncomfortable. It is extremely tempting to try one of the clear shields that looks like a welder mask. These do not interfere with glasses, and people tell me they fell better without an extra something on their skin on hot days.
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I have four or five that I rotate through after spraying down with Hydrogen Peroxide and letting them dry off. I made the mistake of not letting one dry enough and did I feel funny after an hour or so.
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It took so long for that site to load because of all of the ads I gave up and clicked out.
@Threemom wrote:
This is what I use. I combine Type B and C. I use a different fabric for the lining so it's easy to tell front from back, and it also stretches my "nicer" fabric.
[www.craftpassion.com]
@MSF wrote:
@Threemom, that sounds impressive. Would love to see them.
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I'm using cotton masks, two layers with an insert pocket, or three layers without. I soak, then hand wash them at the kitchen sink, with Dawn. I dry them in the sun draped over the porch rail. None of mine would stand up to many cycles in the washing machine, even on a gentle cycle. Finally found some that are made in America. I ordered directly from the textile company.
Last week, a friend gave me a 10 pack of kn95s. Haven't tried those yet. I heard conversation on the news regarding cleaning disposable masks by spraying with alcohol. The consensus was that 70% was preferred, as anything over 90% would evaporate too quickly to be effective.
Last week, a friend gave me a 10 pack of kn95s. Haven't tried those yet. I heard conversation on the news regarding cleaning disposable masks by spraying with alcohol. The consensus was that 70% was preferred, as anything over 90% would evaporate too quickly to be effective.
@2stepps wrote:
I have four or five that I rotate through after spraying down with Hydrogen Peroxide and letting them dry off. I made the mistake of not letting one dry enough and did I feel funny after an hour or so.
When you spray the masks with hydrogen peroxide, does it fade the fabric colors and patterns? I've been putting my face masks in my sanitizer unit twice a day. It uses UV light to disinfect and I also do my cell phone, ipad mini, keys, wallet, and credit cards.
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