hi kent i am a retired welder and its only in the last 20 or so years that health and safety has come into its own field, i was working with dust and fumes all day and looking back it is frightening so when i am in my shed turning and sanding i use my trend airshield pro, it was expensive but it doubles as a face shield as well but like you said in your video its hygene as well, with vids like this you could even be saving lives well done and thank you.
Nigel, Thank you for writing and sharing! Wow, I didn't really think of it like that, but perhaps you are right. Good idea with the Airshield. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Kent, thank you for this topic, especially when it deals with our internal health. Funny that we are so careful with safety measures and proper tool handling plus techniques that we tend to short change our health….simply because we are so excited to creat something out of wood. What a fantastic reminder.👍
Thanks Kent for this video on cleaning a mask. I have a similar 3M mask that is 10 years old. I vacuum it out but have never taken it apart to really clean it. Followed your video last night and now it looks brand new. Thanks again.
Kent, Thank yo so much. I used a respirator for painting autos for years. No one and I mean no one ever trained or showed us how to maintain our respirators. I was still using the same respirator just changing the filters from time to time. I think it’s time for a new respirator.
Wow, that's scary! I would think the respirator in a body shop is a top priority! Well, I'm glad you have one and were using it. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Hi 👋, Kent , I hope you are all keeping safe and well, about 25 years ago I lost a friend he was working in a CNC router room, breathing in dust, What I have noticed is a lot of people wearing a mask while doing their machining or sanding or routing , and directly they have finished they remove it, they do not realise that the particles are still in the air for as much as 24Hr at least in some cases, Especially MDF OR PLYWOOD, I had noticed this a few times, as I have cleaned up my work shop, then came in to work on a Monday and found dust laying on my machinery, so I ended up buying a air fed head shield respirator 3M it was expensive but well worth it, as I would wear it all day, This respirator has got, Face / ears / and breathing protection . Staying safe at a young age, will help you later in your life. Retired English gentleman living in France, specialist joiner carpenter cabinet maker, Phil from the moulin France
Phil, Thank you for writing and sharing! Yes, you are so correct. I keep mine on until I've swept up and plan to leave the shop. That MDF is really bad, as you say. Take note everyone and watch the lingering dust as well. All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent
Thank you so much for this video! I always shied away from these because I thought that they would require a lot of pressure, be very uncomfortable for a proper seal, and all that to not even know if they would do a better job. However, being told that I actually shouldn't be able to smell any sawdust through the mask motivated me to replace my old cloth mask/filter combo with this setup (which is even comparable in price) and WOW! What a difference. I really can't smell anything through the filter and it doesn't even require a very tight fit in order for a proper seal. It feels much lighter and more comfortable than I ever expected while doing a much much better job than the cloth masks (if those do anything at all).
Dude! I'm so glad this has helped you see it's not that big of a deal to get a good respirator. Well, it IS a big deal for your lungs. All the best to you and Happy (safer) Turning! Kent
Thank you so much, I have made my living building things from wood. thankfully most of that was outside. I am not nearly as good about wearing a mask as I should be. We are all learning as we go. I agree with what you said with maybe one small exception. You said that the mask should last for years and years, I will take a bit of exception to that. Keeping it clean is a must. however, the rubber that creates the cushion around your face can get old and dries out. I have had to replace one or two because the mask was just too old to seal properly, that is probably more a problem for some of us, I have roman nose. (it roams all over my face) so getting a seal is a bit problematic. If I would say anything, and I think you would agree, make sure that the mask you chose fits your face perfectly. I wear a CPAP each night and I have to replace the cushion about every other month, because it dries out and getting it clean enough to be on my face all night is problematic, germs build up and just cleaning it is not enough. I clean the mask and my face each night before I put it on for the night, doing something with any kind of mask is probably a good idea, just be careful what you use to clean your mask, some of that stuff is probably not good to inhale. This probably goes with out say, be gentle with the cleaning of your mask.
A good and very important post. I wish I'd started wearing one sooner than I did. I use the same type of mask and it's quite comphy. They come in different sizes too so you can fit it to your face size. I also spritze mine with disinfectant too since the warm moist air in the mask can be a breeding ground for bacteria.
I noticed you have 2091 filters on the mask in the video. The link in the description is for the 2097 filter. Do you have a preference as to which one is better.
Kent, you are spot-on with the concern as to what we breath while working with wood. Many years ago not much was said about breathing in wood dust - today, it is recognized as a real problem. I have the Trend Airshield Pro with the positive-pressure respirator (I got it on-sale for a reduced price). Although it takes some getting used to, I find I feel much better using this than I used to when I didn't wear any respirator or filter. I do clean my filters regularly. Wish I had known about the importance of avoiding breathing in wood dust when I was younger. Thanks for covering this extremely important subject! Not only is wearing a mask/filter important, keeping it clean is essential. Good reminders and excellent video!
Thanks for that video. I use a "Dräger X-plore 3500", which is fairly similar in build. And I just started noticing that the flaps are getting sticky when I start using it, so I wondered about how to clean them. So now I have the incentive to go exploring that issue.
Wow. I went to the link. I expected it to be much more expensive. I was planning to use the kn95 that I've been using for Covid but I think I'll get myself one of these. My wife does some woodworking and furniture refinishing and could use it too.
I gambled and ordered the MEDIUM mask (6502), should arrive in 1 week. 6501 = SMALL, 6503 = LARGE. Currently using an AOSafety mask with big can type cartridge filters. AOSafety was bought out by 3M. Having difficulty finding new filters for that mask. Thanks for all you do!
I wish I started wearing a mask around 40 years ago. Now with severe copd I can not wear anything over my mouth so I’ve been using a fan behind me and one beside me and hoping for the best.
Tracy, no that will dry the end grain too quickly. The goal is to slow the end grain so it dries about the same speed as the side grain. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
This is a great video. Love what you show. You did mention N95 masks. I can understand the difference as i have used both types of respirators and masks. Last year, i bought 2 types of N95 masks. One was american made, and the other was from China. I wondered about the quality between the two masks. I try to buy made in the USA as a better quality. I also noticed that when turning wood, it is best to use a mask or respirator. Was a great learning experience. Elm and eucalyptus were a bit hard on me. I do plan to get a better respirator in the near future. Yes, they cost more and are worth it. I also learned that there is a time limit while wearing respirators as you can get into a europhoria as it happened to me. When i realized it, i had to leave the area and remove the respirator. Thanks again for showing how to clean the respirators.
John, Thank you for writing and sharing! Click the link below. This respirator is not that expensive and for the protection it provides I find it priceless! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent
hi kent i am a retired welder and its only in the last 20 or so years that health and safety has come into its own field, i was working with dust and fumes all day and looking back it is frightening so when i am in my shed turning and sanding i use my trend airshield pro, it was expensive but it doubles as a face shield as well but like you said in your video its hygene as well, with vids like this you could even be saving lives well done and thank you.
Nigel, Thank you for writing and sharing! Wow, I didn't really think of it like that, but perhaps you are right. Good idea with the Airshield. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Kent, thank you for this topic, especially when it deals with our internal health. Funny that we are so careful with safety measures and proper tool handling plus techniques that we tend to short change our health….simply because we are so excited to creat something out of wood. What a fantastic reminder.👍
Great point. That sharp steel and spinny wood get a ton of attention. ;) Happy Turning!
Thanks Kent for this video on cleaning a mask. I have a similar 3M mask that is 10 years old. I vacuum it out but have never taken it apart to really clean it. Followed your video last night and now it looks brand new. Thanks again.
Glad to help Heidi! All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Kent, Thank yo so much. I used a respirator for painting autos for years. No one and I mean no one ever trained or showed us how to maintain our respirators. I was still using the same respirator just changing the filters from time to time. I think it’s time for a new respirator.
Wow, that's scary! I would think the respirator in a body shop is a top priority! Well, I'm glad you have one and were using it. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Hi 👋, Kent , I hope you are all keeping safe and well, about 25 years ago I lost a friend he was working in a CNC router room, breathing in dust, What I have noticed is a lot of people wearing a mask while doing their machining or sanding or routing , and directly they have finished they remove it, they do not realise that the particles are still in the air for as much as 24Hr at least in some cases, Especially MDF OR PLYWOOD, I had noticed this a few times, as I have cleaned up my work shop, then came in to work on a Monday and found dust laying on my machinery, so I ended up buying a air fed head shield respirator 3M it was expensive but well worth it, as I would wear it all day,
This respirator has got, Face / ears / and breathing protection . Staying safe at a young age, will help you later in your life.
Retired English gentleman living in France, specialist joiner carpenter cabinet maker, Phil from the moulin France
Phil,
Thank you for writing and sharing! Yes, you are so correct. I keep mine on until I've swept up and plan to leave the shop. That MDF is really bad, as you say. Take note everyone and watch the lingering dust as well. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Kent
Thank you so much for this video! I always shied away from these because I thought that they would require a lot of pressure, be very uncomfortable for a proper seal, and all that to not even know if they would do a better job. However, being told that I actually shouldn't be able to smell any sawdust through the mask motivated me to replace my old cloth mask/filter combo with this setup (which is even comparable in price) and WOW! What a difference. I really can't smell anything through the filter and it doesn't even require a very tight fit in order for a proper seal. It feels much lighter and more comfortable than I ever expected while doing a much much better job than the cloth masks (if those do anything at all).
Dude! I'm so glad this has helped you see it's not that big of a deal to get a good respirator. Well, it IS a big deal for your lungs. All the best to you and Happy (safer) Turning! Kent
Always a good idea. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching, Lou! Happy Turning!
Thank you so much, I have made my living building things from wood. thankfully most of that was outside. I am not nearly as good about wearing a mask as I should be. We are all learning as we go. I agree with what you said with maybe one small exception. You said that the mask should last for years and years, I will take a bit of exception to that. Keeping it clean is a must. however, the rubber that creates the cushion around your face can get old and dries out. I have had to replace one or two because the mask was just too old to seal properly, that is probably more a problem for some of us, I have roman nose. (it roams all over my face) so getting a seal is a bit problematic. If I would say anything, and I think you would agree, make sure that the mask you chose fits your face perfectly. I wear a CPAP each night and I have to replace the cushion about every other month, because it dries out and getting it clean enough to be on my face all night is problematic, germs build up and just cleaning it is not enough. I clean the mask and my face each night before I put it on for the night, doing something with any kind of mask is probably a good idea, just be careful what you use to clean your mask, some of that stuff is probably not good to inhale. This probably goes with out say, be gentle with the cleaning of your mask.
Thank you for writing and sharing! I'm still laughing about your nose. ;) All good points. Well said. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
This was great instruction. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful, Mark! Happy Turning!
Very good! Thank you!
Thank you too!
A good and very important post. I wish I'd started wearing one sooner than I did. I use the same type of mask and it's quite comphy. They come in different sizes too so you can fit it to your face size. I also spritze mine with disinfectant too since the warm moist air in the mask can be a breeding ground for bacteria.
I really needed to see this
Great. My pleasure, Happy Turning!
I do clean my resperater regularly and for a quick wipe down, I find that baby wipes work rather well
Good idea Gary. Thanks for sharing. Happy Turning!
Great information Kent.
Thanks for watching, Jack! Happy Turning!
Thanks Kent good info
You are very welcome, Alan! Happy Turning!
THANK U THANK U THANK U.
You are so welcome! Happy Turning!
I noticed you have 2091 filters on the mask in the video. The link in the description is for the 2097 filter. Do you have a preference as to which one is better.
Jerry, they are both designed for wood work. Happy Turning!
That was some great information, thank you👍🏻❤️
Glad it was helpful, Pat! Happy Turning!
Thanks Kent for the great safety video. I use a similar 3M mask, absolutely necessary since I have asthma. How often do you clean your mask?
Thanks Chuck! Well, I hate to admit this, but I probably don't clean it often enough. 2-3 times a year. Happy Turning!
Kent, you are spot-on with the concern as to what we breath while working with wood. Many years ago not much was said about breathing in wood dust - today, it is recognized as a real problem. I have the Trend Airshield Pro with the positive-pressure respirator (I got it on-sale for a reduced price). Although it takes some getting used to, I find I feel much better using this than I used to when I didn't wear any respirator or filter. I do clean my filters regularly. Wish I had known about the importance of avoiding breathing in wood dust when I was younger.
Thanks for covering this extremely important subject! Not only is wearing a mask/filter important, keeping it clean is essential. Good reminders and excellent video!
Thank you for writing and sharing! Glad you understand the importance of a good respirator! Happy Turning!
Ken, when turning resin should I be using a different insert, for chemicals? If so, which one would you get if I also bought this 3M mask?
James, Yes, you will need vapor filters for that process. No biggie, you can switch the filters out with a twist. Happy Turning!
@@TurnAWoodBowl do you have a link where you get a commission for the right filter insert to buy?
Because Pulmonary Fibrosis is a thing.
Yes indeed, Ken.
Thanks for that video. I use a "Dräger X-plore 3500", which is fairly similar in build. And I just started noticing that the flaps are getting sticky when I start using it, so I wondered about how to clean them. So now I have the incentive to go exploring that issue.
Anthea, excellent! Use what works for you! All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Wow. I went to the link. I expected it to be much more expensive. I was planning to use the kn95 that I've been using for Covid but I think I'll get myself one of these. My wife does some woodworking and furniture refinishing and could use it too.
Thomas, I know right? It's priced ok and there's really no excuse to get a high quality respirator. All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent
My problem I have a Santa beard and it’s hard to seat. That’s for sharing.
Tony, yes that can be a challenge. However, I guess the beard does a bit of filtering too. ;) Happy Turning!
Thanks, Kent! Very helpful!
Very welcome
Sizing suggestions for this mask? I find NO sizing chart via the Amazon link provided.
Bob, the mask has a wide gasket and should fit anyone. Happy Turning!
I gambled and ordered the MEDIUM mask (6502), should arrive in 1 week. 6501 = SMALL, 6503 = LARGE. Currently using an AOSafety mask with big can type cartridge filters. AOSafety was bought out by 3M. Having difficulty finding new filters for that mask. Thanks for all you do!
I wish I started wearing a mask around 40 years ago. Now with severe copd I can not wear anything over my mouth so I’ve been using a fan behind me and one beside me and hoping for the best.
Ron, sorry to hear this. Yes, the respirator is super important indeed. Thank you for writing and sharing! All the best to you and Happy Turning!
Hi Ken. After cleaning and laying out to air dry, would you recommend using compressed air to speed the drying process?
Tracy, no that will dry the end grain too quickly. The goal is to slow the end grain so it dries about the same speed as the side grain. All the best to you and Happy Turning!
This is a great video. Love what you show. You did mention N95 masks. I can understand the difference as i have used both types of respirators and masks. Last year, i bought 2 types of N95 masks. One was american made, and the other was from China. I wondered about the quality between the two masks. I try to buy made in the USA as a better quality. I also noticed that when turning wood, it is best to use a mask or respirator. Was a great learning experience. Elm and eucalyptus were a bit hard on me. I do plan to get a better respirator in the near future. Yes, they cost more and are worth it. I also learned that there is a time limit while wearing respirators as you can get into a europhoria as it happened to me. When i realized it, i had to leave the area and remove the respirator.
Thanks again for showing how to clean the respirators.
John, Thank you for writing and sharing! Click the link below. This respirator is not that expensive and for the protection it provides I find it priceless! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent
This is the first time I've seen any video like this. This is a great service to the wood turners out there.
Thank you very much, David! Yes, it's not sexy like watching a turning video, but much more important. All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent
Thanks, Kent!
You bet Lewis! Happy Turning!