Reusable Face Masks You Purchased And Liked ...

the ones from roots sucks, the ear loop is extremely uncomfortable

it is also expensive

old navy $15 for 5 masks is a great deal and are ok, more comfortable than a mask that I purchased from a local for $15 a piece

Kindly also indicate whether bought online or in person

Pricey-but I got Cambridge Mask from online in November for use in China. Pro version was tested to be N99.

RealRayRey wrote: ↑ the ones from roots sucks, the ear loop is extremely uncomfortable

it is also expensive

I'm glad you said that, I was waiting to pick up one of those, thinking there would be some sort of "quality" ... That sucks.

And they look so nice! Lol

Can you comment on the length of the straps? I have a strap extender that pulls the straps off my ears and towards the back of your neck but wondering if it's even big enough to do that if you are complaining about comfort already (thinking it's too tight).

We have a few of everything, including 3M half mask respirator with P100 cartridges.lol
The most comfortable ones are reusable fabric type from China, with a breather vent and pocket for PM2.5 filter inserts.

pca1987 wrote: ↑ old navy $15 for 5 masks is a great deal and are ok, more comfortable than a mask that I purchased from a local for $15 a piece

You should try using a tension relief band.

Sticking to disposable masks may be the way to go in terms of containing the virus

alexdealsCA wrote: ↑ Sticking to disposable masks may be the way to go in terms of containing the virus

Well having 4-5 cloth masks and actually washing them would also be efficient.

vkizzle wrote: ↑ You should try using a tension relief band.

Wanna link one? I don't follow.
Tension relief band for face masks?

alexdealsCA wrote: ↑Sticking to disposable masks may be the way to go in terms of containing the virus

CaptainCrash wrote: ↑ Well having 4-5 cloth masks and actually washing them would also be efficient.

Ya I don’t get the disposable over cloth argument either

The cheap paper ones IMO are horrible as far as a shield
STUPID EXPENSIVE
And just a whole lot more waste heading to the landfill

Cloth here, for the Average Joe or Jane
Just seems to make way more sense
$ 50 to $ 100 for a box of disposables
By contrast same money ... gets you 5 to 10 cloth masks
(MORE if you DIY etc )
Enough to easily wash & wear ... and cycle thru a week of wear
Week after week

And no freaking out / panic when one cannot find a resupply of disposable masks

PointsHubby wrote: ↑ Ya I don’t get the disposable over cloth argument either

The cheap paper ones IMO are horrible as far as a shield
STUPID EXPENSIVE
And just a whole lot more waste heading to the landfill

Cloth here, for the Average Joe or Jane
Just seems to make way more sense
$ 50 to $ 100 for a box of disposables
By contrast same money ... gets you 5 to 10 cloth masks
(MORE if you DIY etc )
Enough to easily wash & wear ... and cycle thru a week of wear
Week after week

And no freaking out / panic when one cannot find a resupply of disposable masks

Is there recommendations on how many times you can wash reusable mask till it's no longer protective?

DaVibe wrote: ↑ Wanna link one? I don't follow.
Tension relief band for face masks?

I made mine at work using a 3D printer.
Below link are different types.

https://3dprint.nih.gov/discover/ear-saver

smartie wrote: ↑ Is there recommendations on how many times you can wash reusable mask till it's no longer protective?

It’s 2 or 3 layers of fabric
With or without a filter pocket

The protection comes from the fact that it covers your nose & mouth
Thereby slowing down the spread of your spittle

So the fabric doesn’t get any more less protective over time just cuz you washed it
Than any other fabric application
(Ie you own a toque ... it keeps your head warm ... doesn’t get less warm cuz you washed it )

The important thing with cloth masks is
1- DONT SHARE THEM ... one per person
2- LEARN how to wear them properly ... don’t touch them once on
3- LEARN how to remove them correctly ... and wash your hands afterwards
4- WASH & DRY them between use
5- DONT REUSE THEM UN WASHED ... cuz there could be spittle spray on them from others (front of Mask) if someone coughed, sneezed, or spoke moistly near you

Whether reusable (cloth) masks work or not, please do not turn this post into a discussion about that. My workplace now requires face masks / face coverings (non-medical setting) and cloth will be adequate. I'm sure there are many people in a similar situation, who want to find quality reusable face masks. Lots of companies are selling them and I think it's time we discuss who's good and who's not.

vkizzle wrote: ↑ I made mine at work using a 3D printer.
Below link are different types.

https://3dprint.nih.gov/discover/ear-saver

I got someone to print those for me recently and they are in the mail, thanks (just checking my bases).

DaVibe wrote: ↑ Whether reusable (cloth) masks work or not, please do not turn this post into a discussion about that. My workplace now requires face masks / face coverings (non-medical setting) and cloth will be adequate. I'm sure there are many people in a similar situation, who want to find quality reusable face masks. Lots of companies are selling them and I think it's time we discuss who's good and who's not.



I got someone to print those for me recently and they are in the mail, thanks (just checking my bases).

Tip, is to wear it high across the top of the head so the ear loop is off the ears and against the temples.

Which mask is the most cool during this summer heat and easiest to breath in?

DaVibe wrote: ↑ I'm glad you said that, I was waiting to pick up one of those, thinking there would be some sort of "quality" ... That sucks.

And they look so nice! Lol

Can you comment on the length of the straps? I have a strap extender that pulls the straps off my ears and towards the back of your neck but wondering if it's even big enough to do that if you are complaining about comfort already (thinking it's too tight).

the roots strap will not go to the back of your neck, it is just short and tight
the cheap cloth one i got from aliexpress has a longer strap than roots

like for roots, i will have to readjust my mask every 10 mins or something because I feel like it could come off

i say avoid for now...i also order from the peace collection here in Toronto and hopefully their mask is better

RealRayRey wrote: ↑ the roots strap will not go to the back of your neck, it is just short and tight
the cheap cloth one i got from aliexpress has a longer strap than roots

like for roots, i will have to readjust my mask every 10 mins or something because I feel like it could come off

i say avoid for now...i also order from the peace collection here in Toronto and hopefully their mask is better

I ordered from them as well, just waiting on it. I just ordered 3 more masks on Etsy. Suddenly becoming obsessed.