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Types of Ceramic Dust Mask Filters

Potters often use particle filter masks to protect themselves from harmful clay and glaze dust. Before beginning a project, it is very important to select a mask that is designed for the airborne contaminant that will be released while you are working on the project. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health encourages artists to choose a mask that is specifically designed for the size of the particle that will be emitted, suggesting respirators for preventing the inhalation of ceramic dust.
  1. Full Face Piece Respirator

    • This respirator is designed to give you the most comfort and protection when working around ceramic dust. While some respirators leave your eyes and skin vulnerable to harmful and irritating dust, a full face piece respirator covers your entire face from chin to forehead. The face mask's wide lens offers you superb peripheral vision, and most brands offer a variety of mask sizes to choose from so that you can have the perfect fit.

    Industry Standard Respirator Mask

    • If you're looking for a disposable mask, an industry standard respirator mask is a smart buy. This mask filters out fine particulate dust and creates a seal around your nose and mouth without covering your entire face. The mask is specifically designed to protect you while you work with dry ceramic materials. Instead of paying top dollar for a respirator, the industry standard respirator is low cost and can be thrown out after a dusty project without any lamentation.

    Particulate Respirator Mask

    • This respirator mask allows you to insert different kinds of filters, depending on the size of the particle you're working with. One of the most common respirator masks, you can find it at any pottery or arts store.

    Disposable Rubber Mask

    • A disposable rubber mask with a changeable filter offers you more protection than an industry standard respirator mask. Although it is a disposable mask, you can use it for extended periods of time and reuse it several times if you desire. You can use this mask with a variety of filter types.

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