LINK Cloth masks do protect the wearer – breathing in less coronavirus means you get less sick
I just finished six more masks today, 4 for son in law and daughter, and 2 for me. I start a new job tomorrow.
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A new job is one of those stressful situations that actually can be a fun stress. I always enjoyed starting a new job situation. Hoping all goes well and you enjoy the first day.
I only have 3 cloth masks, I hand wash them, I let them soak for quiet a while, spray with alcohol and hang to dry. Since I am retired and only go into the store to get groceries my close contact with other humans is limited.
silverotter11
Level 9
Aug 20, 2020
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If you have an iron, steam those masks. The steam will destroy anything that remains behind. I keep the masks in the car, put them on when I leave the car. When I come home I take the mask off at the laundry room. After washing they get ironed and then back to the car.
@HippieChick58 I have an iron but my masks have a metal nose piece so it's just a bother. I am sure the soak in soapy h water is effective for my needs. If I was working indoors and changing out my mask many times during the day I'd want that extra layer of germ destruction.
Far out on the new job, I hope it works for you in all the ways it should.
dalefvictor
Level 8
Aug 19, 2020
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I want to believe that every protective effort we make cumulatively results in less risk of some sort. I figure, if it doesn't hurt, it might help.
Many kudos to you maskmakers! Many would have gone without masks but for you all. Your article talks about trying to wash and dry your cloth masks with each use so there is one more thing we can do.
In my county the virus is spreading mostly among young people which makes me very sad. I remain hopeful that with each of us doing what we can, one day soon we will get a hold on this.
Best wishes on your new adventure!
LovinLarge
Level 8
Aug 19, 2020
5
I throw mine in the washer when I come home, and after drying I press it out. There are no viruses remaining after my steam iron hits it.
It seemed logical to me from the start, so I've been pretty (you should excuse the expression) religious about wearing mine. Good to know I have science behind me.
Good luck tomorrow! I hope it's a fantastic start to a wonderful new opportunity.
Lauren
Level 8
Aug 19, 2020
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Thank you, and I think religious is an apt term in this case. I wear mine religiously every time I am out amongst people, and I will tell store employees to pull it up over their nose while they are assisting me. That is one religion that I think is good to have.
Literatehiker had the best response to a nose breather "Not covering your nose is like wearing a condom with the tip cut off - it protects no one".
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