As coronavirus pandemic spread across the globe, the issue that we are facing is a shortage of face masks . Soon after the announcement was made to use the hygiene products like hand sanitizers and face masks, the people hoarded them which lead to shortage. So the best way to deal with this is to make face masks at home.
Thought, homemade masks don’t provide protection like N95 but they are better than nothing. CDC (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and the US government too advised its citizens to cover their faces while in a public place.
The best material to use for masks:
- Surgical mask- 89% effectiveness
- Vacuum cleaner bag
- Dishtowel
- Cotton blend fabric
- Linen
- Pillowcase-
- Silk
- 100% cotton t-shirt
- Scarf
You can use any of the above materials to make a mask at home.
We have put some DIY masks videos for you. Check out some videos to make it:
Make sure the masks cover your mouth and nose completely. US experts suggest wearing masks as they feel the infection can spread while talking as well. Masks are generally used to protect yourself and others from respiratory droplets, so any mask does the work.
We recommend you not to buy surgical masks as there is already a shortage of masks for doctors and medical practitioners.