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Ask your QuestionI’ve been preparing to restore my wood flooring for a while now and I’m planning to sand it to down to begin with. I’ve read that I should wear a dust mask. Could I just use one of my face masks I’ve been using for covid?
Asked by Pete on 4th Mar 2021"No is the short answer. You need a proper face fit mask with filters and use extraction if poss for power sanding. Dampening the area to sand slightly will help minimise the amount in the air but you will not be able to stop it. Ventilate. Extract and use PPE if you value your lungs..."
Answered on 10th Mar 2021 - Member since Nov 2020 - report"Not really. You should really use a proper filtered face mask"
Answered on 5th Mar 2021 - Member since Feb 2020 - report"Unfortunately not, you will breathe in most of the dust but if you search JSP FORCE 8 MASK RESPIRATOR WITH PRESS TO CHECK FILTERS P3 on screwfix, this is much more safer and comfortable to wear as masks can be really irritating."
Answered on 14th Mar 2021 - Member since Jan 2021 - report