I think I’ve ruined other silicone objects by soaking them in IPA (isopropyl alcohol, not the beer).
I think what I ended up doing was wiping the mask (the rim that touches my face) with a ‘baby wipe’ –sterilization seemed like overkill. A nurse I asked about this directed me to just use soap and water.
You’re right that filters are now the limiting factor for me continuing to use the respirator. Thankfully, I only need to use it, at most, a few times a week, and I had the foresight to buy several replacement filters when I purchased the respirator.
I’ll probably switch to the same masks most other people are wearing eventually.
Thanks!
I think I’ve ruined other silicone objects by soaking them in IPA (isopropyl alcohol, not the beer).
I think what I ended up doing was wiping the mask (the rim that touches my face) with a ‘baby wipe’ –sterilization seemed like overkill. A nurse I asked about this directed me to just use soap and water.
You’re right that filters are now the limiting factor for me continuing to use the respirator. Thankfully, I only need to use it, at most, a few times a week, and I had the foresight to buy several replacement filters when I purchased the respirator.
I’ll probably switch to the same masks most other people are wearing eventually.