AO Safety 95190 Woodworker's Respirator
From AO Safety
The AOSafety woodworker's respirator weighs less than five ounces and features a soft rubber face piece with two exhalation valves to make breathing comfortable and easy. Ideal for woodworking projects, this mask is also recommended for protection when working with plastic, metal, fiberglass, or drywall. The N95 filters are easy to clean and disassemble, making filter replacement a snap.My allergic self has a tough time with dust, even though I like home DIY projects and woodworking. I've tried a couple of disposable masks, while blanching at the cost of the various powered respirators. I bought this one based on the reviews, and couldn't be happier. I have a large, Charlie Brown-sized head, AND a beard, and the mask fits comfortably. I wear it for extended periods of time, and, other than feeling a bit like a minor player in a Star Wars cantina, I don't mind it. I also wear safety glasses much of the time, on top of my prescription glasses, and everything fits. On my most recent sawing adventure, long, dusty cuts in MDF didn't leave me with the little nagging cough I use to experience for a week afterward.
If you hate sucking in sawdust, it's hard to beat this thing, especially at this price point. I buy it from Store
