Paint Respirators - a quick overview of paint masks and respirators

[@djjinerson]

im here as someone you use to paint during summers in high school and university. Never wore any protection. Now I have allergic asthma that is manageable but I'm sure the fumes didn't help. Over this last weekend I used a spray paint on a vice I was restoring. I barely used much as it was for detailing work, but it was a high gloss gold color. 4 hours later after a shower my heart felt like it was going to blast through my chest. This went on periodically all night and a few times the next day. Barley slept as I thought I may be leaving early. Did some research and figured out it was the type of enamel paint I was using, and it was an old can. Found out some guy died of cardiac arrest from using a similar product. I now will never be without a respirator, hell even if I'm using latex outside with a brush on a windy day, I may still use a respirator. Please especially to any younger guys, or gals use one. When I was younger I thought it was too much of a hassle, and I was tough. Well I may of been tough, but my lungs apparently weren't especially after years of abuse, its worth the hassle to put one on, I am happy to still be here, as jacked up as the world is I am surrounded by people I love, and need me, and I'm sure you are too.

[@courtneysampson3094]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I have been struggling SO badly with my allergy asthma and thought something else was wrong with me as I’ve never had any issues, but you described EVERYTHING I’ve been feeling. Like I could be on my way out and my chest just hurting after doing one area. Will be getting one and thank you you so much for your help

[@westvalley411]

Thank you for sharing, Gotta still educate everyone now that the pandemic shed light on N95s and fit testing. There is no red badge of courage for those too cool to wear a mask.

[@kevinthelegend619]

Thanks brother definitely changed my mind on the use of respirators, will definitely be using respirators from now on with my dirt bike builds 🤝

[@fortheloveofnoise]

When you finally learn about the type of mask you need but you can't buy one at a reasonable price because of a plague....

[@abstraddic0442]

This friggin guy probably has them all, friggin guy !

[@aaronjaystephens8714]

Word

[@p4160]

Thank you !!! This was so helpful for me, I am doing my first painting project! The advice on getting the seal by sucking in air through the blocked vents was particularly helpful!

[@sandieincolorado3024]

Thanks for the video. I've watched a lot of others that left me more confused. Yours was very helpful and concise. I appreciate it.

[@simplyeasydiy]

Not that I feel it would be appropriate for everyone but I have gone exclusively to the use of a respirator for all my shop applications. Dust masks always left me with saw dust around and in my nose. Plus a respirator does not fog up my safety glasses the way a dust mask would. Good info and video.

[@wykedinsanity]

as a retired car painter ty for showing people this info sir

[@Pamsmith59]

Very informative. Thank you. However, just as you need a respirator mask, you also need well fitted eye protection so that none of the paint particles or fumes reach the mucous membranes around your eyeballs.

[@mjm3003]

One thing that you didn't go over, but I would like to know is how do you know when to change the filters??

[@TheRoadhammer379]

It's the standard practice of when you can smell the paint, the filter needs changing.

[@Ainalom]

Thanks man, just getting into Airbrushing and saw your video. Was in the Army myself so good on ya brother, appreciate the wisdom!

[@Commandodesigns]

Thanks. man. I'm retiring in a month. 21 yrs.

[@pedroaguerrevere9118]

Very good video. I have my 3M respirator. I beging a proyect for painting my old cj5. The first spray over the body car I felt some paint smell. I stop all work until new cartriges are buyed. It is good to check they respirator 3M chart. I know, if you can use your respirator without smelling the diarrea shit of your dog, the respirator is good. Otherwise go and buy new cartriges.

[@JOHNJ0HN9111]

back in the day no one knew about respirator or masks because there was no such thing around... glad someone came up with the idea or ideas...

[@johnallen1841]

Your profile picture is looking into my soul 😱

[@JOHNJ0HN9111]

LMAO

[@Outbackvintagevehicles]

you do know about WW1 dont you?

[@NewEnglandPatriotsfan]

A nasty neighbor I had would burn lead paint, mold, chemicals. And other things that could not identify at all into the air. He had a respirator on but the entire neighborhood was at high risk cause we had no protection

[@ronc4762]

Good video, I pick one of these up soon as they become available again, cant find them anywhere due to COVID-19. Thank you for the information.

[@migo-migo9503]

Great vid, this was much easier to understand and much more helpful than the 3M vid.

[@Commandodesigns]

Thanks.

[@tydshiin5783]

All they say is just "Follow your company's schedule or ask your employers" lmao

[@KensGarage1]

Thanks for the informative video. I just started painting MC body parts and need to upgrade my respirator.

[@davidb.8948]

Good review. Thank you! Waa helpful to know we only needed to use 1 of the 2 white filters per side.

[@leonardpearce6893]

New to airless power sprayer project, just watched your video, very helpful thanks.

[@Spicy_Uber]

Awesome video, I learned a lot. I do a lot of heavy lifting and sometimes with this respirator. Can that be harmful such as putting too much strain on my lungs?

[@zoltan-8233]

Really good video. I was just thinking about this yesterday during airbrushpainting with plastic models but with lacquer paint. The mask fit anyway good on my face? I painting and spraying direct front of my nose. I will check it correctly.

[@jsknifereviewandtips9088]

What kind would be the best for spray paint art

[@catchamp1880]

Definitely a respirator.

[@cooliopoolio6787]

O K ya

[@diskattek]

I have the 3m 5100 i need to upgrade ...and im ordering new filters on eBay now

[@KageKitsune13]

Thank you for the advice.

[@herosaver022]

Can I use this mask for welding?

[@oliviabrowne5664]

Thank you Tony... Very informative video... well wort watching... God bless you...

[@Dcthetruth85]

I sound like bane when I talk with one on.

[@Tempsnomades]

How do you avoid marks on your face ? This hurts and injure me within minutes I know I would get bad scaring after hours. I also can fit it properly, don’t know why but no matter what I do I still smell the paint. But thanks for the video anyway

[@eltoast]

Slap one of these bad boys on, and all the sudden I feel like a badass operator...in the back yard...spray painting a coffee table

[@dreamingcode]

After years of wanting to paint my car I decided I was going to attempt it in 2020. Well my timing always sucked and those masks and respirators were price gouged to hell

[@Harrell423]

Lots of good information here, thank you

[@Commandodesigns]

Thanks.

[@elboynatural79]

Hola buenas, una pregunta, me gusta leer e informarme bien antes de hacer nada y mas en cuestion de salud. He comprado la mascarilla 3M, 4255FFA2P3, pero mi sorpresa cuando veo que el barniz transparente en spray de automocion 2k pone que tiene isocianatos y esta mascara dice que uso de pinturas sin isocianatos, sujeto a condiciones de uso, pero ahora no se que hacer, aun no la he abierto y puedo cambiarla, para mi la salud es lo primero. Que mascarilla de proteccion frente a isocianatos recomendarias?.Gracias

[@shaqmalakhy9428]

Is a smoke grenade dangerous? Do i need to wear one of these to play with smoke grenades?

[@jweshudnall]

You don't use 2 pre-filters only one. The others are an extra pair. They are N95 filters. They will stop the Coronavirus. But don't use 2 you have to pair there...

[@castonbinger2043]

I agree with you, he shouldn't have used two filters together at 3:36 only need one per side.

[@Gabrielishere]

They will help to stop the Coronavirus if the virus is in a vapor droplet. Viruses alone are small enough to pass through any masks, including the N99, but anything helps.

[@keithskustoms2311]

I wear a mask just like that one, set it up like you did, why do I have paint near my nostrils after I’m done painting?

[@jiraiyasdiary9147]

If you feel like you're dying, you're probably doing something wrong. That shit made me laugh

[@Dnasty1]

If I am spray painting the curb rash on my car wheels is this safe to do in my closed garage with a respirator mask on? I am doing very light painting, 1 coat just around the outer wheel. But the room has very little ventilation (no windows just a tiny exhaust fan). I cannot do this outside because of weather and other concerns.

[@alfredo5249]

Hi question where and what brand is better for the respirator to use?

[@albertifergan6506]

I just bought one like yours and the side filters have an expiry date. And as expected, mine are expired, is this normal?

[@HughJassKoda]

Good video. Very helpful for a rookie like myself. Thanks

[@puneetrai1]

Are they available for rent? I am doing a small paint job to remove scratches from my car. The cost has doubled if i buy a respirator? This is just one - off project so trying to find a cheaper option.

[@phillipdias6390]

So my head size wearing a fitted hat is 7 5/8 -7 3/4 I am wondering if the 6311 large model is to big opposed to the 6211 medium model it is importan proper fit I do not have exception ventalation when painting my models using Rust-Oleum aerosol cans

[@middleslipwatt4880]

I want to get one of these for chemistry class

[@ChristianLikesFootball]

What if you are painting say a bumper bar out in the lawn, can you get away with one or two layers of KN95 Mask ?

[@prycronix8439]

I just got this mask. When I talk though it almost has this vibrating effect. Is there something wrong with it? Or is this normal?

[@benjaminwallis4702]

Hey Tony D., so I got a p95 filter system, but I got the 500 series, organic vapor, so my question is how do I actually know I have a perfectly good seal on my face, it seems to be good then after a few wheels I paint, I get sweat and I loose my seal, it's never a correct seal I feel... any suggestions 🤔 👀 😢😅

[@benjaminwallis4702]

No bs comments, these paint mask are my life line, trying to retire here lol 😂😂

[@onZampie]

how often do you need to change the filters?

[@reysand7621]

Whenever the filter is damaged or it becomes difficult to breath

[@annetteallynaguilar-gomez2082]

Tony that taught me how to use it, but my husband is new to spraying paint, hasn't seen your video, and, most importantly speaks Spanish. Can you refer me to an instructor who speaks Spanish?

[@abstraddic0442]

May I purchase the one that you haven't opened yet ? Please & Thanks

[@tydshiin5783]

You can get them online

[@harryhathaway1086]

How bad is breathing in hobby acrylics like testors ? I'd be brushing more then airbrushing.

[@gregalot200]

3m says 10 hours max on the filters once opened.

[@Commandodesigns]

Wow. I didn't know that. Thanks.

[@Gabrielishere]

@@Commandodesigns No, the shortest filter use time is after 40 hours of use or 30 days, whichever comes first, and that is only IF you are working with oil aerosols. Otherwise 6 months. Here is the link (scroll down to page 4): multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/565214O/3m-cartridge-filter-guide-and-brochure.pdf

[@lasurvivor47]

Thank you...just what I needed to hear. You were a big help!

[@pawanrebello5433]

How much time does these Cartridge last ( 4 months or 6 months or a year)

[@ThePunk01]

Crap, I've been using the little mask :/.. no colors on/in my nose though

[@sherrywesner7333]

So a person shouldn't taste like paint in their mouth when you kiss them wearing this mask?

[@Applefablestudio]

I'm looking to purchase a paint respirator, basically to deal with aresol spray sealants. Would a Half-face piece 3M 6300 work (the one with the pink filters) be acceptable or it has to be 3M paint specific? Thanks!

[@westvalley411]

3m makes respirators for all chemicals, irrespective of the brand.

[@harryhathaway1086]

I'm using it for testors enamals,lacquer paint, thinners.

[@djjinerson]

Testors gold enamel almost killed me a few days ago. I will never spray that stuff without a respirator again. Gave me a racing heart, and palpitations. Hostelry thought this may be it.

[@ck8291]

very informative, tks so much

[@yubycampos8054]

I'm 5.3 small mask for me medium our large 😆 good video were I work nobody were mask up up unbelievable.

[@neolithic3]

When the cartridge life has come to an end, how do you tell? Will you begin to smell the chemicals/paints through the filters?

[@Commandodesigns]

neolithic3 Yes... They have expiration dates as well. So basically whichever happens first, you hit the expiration date or you start to smell fumes.

[@conorsweeney9786]

+Tony D. well im using a 3m 7500 mask with combination filters the 3m 6055 organic vapour cartidge and the 3m 5925 p2 particulate filters how do i know when they both need to be replaced

[@Gabrielishere]

@@conorsweeney9786 Its usually when it becomes noticeably harder to breathe through, due to the particulates clogging the filter.

[@chrisreynolds6143]

Lmao this is the most wound up self help shit I've ever seen. And you just got a sub for it bro

[@NatureZone101]

Thanks for the video. Just picking one up for art painting and wondering - These should fit tight around the front of the face below the mouth - Not trying to somehow get it to go under the chin and form under the bottom of the jaw bone, is that correct?

[@westvalley411]

I believe K95 would handle latex particulates as they are not toxic like oil based and chemical strippers etc. Best to read MSDS and 3M guides.

[@Gerome447]

Sir, what's the best 3M respirator for spray painting lacquers?

[@Gabrielishere]

Any of these type respirators, plus goggles.

[@hectorheath9742]

Great video, thanks for the advice.

[@Butch1982]

Great vid, no bs. Thank you sir.

[@ejoshcoron]

super helpful, thank you!

[@taquenos]

I have the same mask, but I can't wear my prescription glasses with it...so sad

[@JaggiJiggy]

The respirator or the dust mask?

[@werstwally01]

Is it good for Covid

[@yitc6102]

U think I could use a biking mask?

[@Engineerboy100]

Good information, thank you for the information, AND thank you for your service!

[@RaphaEl-pn8ue]

Am I use a p100 for paint spray

[@arncj18]

for oil painting?

[@margiedurham650]

Great info. Thank you

[@SonofChurchill]

Great information Thanks

[@ulvarlaugal7394]

Hei.What symptoms is years later after wrong sprey painting?

[@papijelly]

you will most likelly have alot of lung problems. which are all horrible no matter how mild. As your doc and youll get scard.

[@papijelly]

Ive heard if you have a beard the mask does not work bc you cant get a seal., I have a beard what do I do? Im using it to pain enamels and acrylics on airbrushes. for things like plastic model kits,

[@Commandodesigns]

That's legit. That's the reason in the military they say we can't have beards. It's kinda bogus though. You can cinch the mask down and it will get a good enough seal to keep you safe. Unless you're painting with nerve gas.

[@jackyboi5668]

@@Commandodesigns is a pre filter necessary?

[@Commandodesigns]

@@jackyboi5668 most of these industrial masks come with pre filters, I would say yes, use them.

[@jackyboi5668]

@@Commandodesigns woah, u reply even when this vid is so old. Thanks man, needed it!

[@samstruckman4960]

Where do you get the pre filters?

[@johnallen1841]

In description

[@hybridmikaelson1097]

well I started spray painting at first i did it out in open and ended up moving into my car port cuz lot of kids kept passing by and well the car port is open but in tight space and I had used a thick piece of shirt and bandanna to cover up as soon I felt dizzy I stopped right away but I been having headaches and felt light headed my parents say it due to allergies I hope it is but I can't see my Dr yet till Monday is this something I should worry bout felt like this the pass 2 days

[@theflyinggasmask]

use a mask dude, it will go away after some time. Good luck :)

[@hybridmikaelson1097]

The Flying Gasmask thanks man and yea it did end up going I also bought a mask and much better (:

[@angelapooley5294]

Can I use that model for KILZZ

[@Gabrielishere]

Definitely

[@rcmcguyver7561]

Are the pre filters washable?

[@aspensulphate]

No. They're like a disposable cotton/felt material.

[@immortalscapegoat6548]

Thank you!

[@AndrevwZA]

Mine is not working properly anymore because I grew a beard. Still better then nothing and I only spray small objects with rattle cans outside.

[@johnallen1841]

Then u can shave if u want to?

[@origamishawn9724]

What about a dust mask with a small filter in the front? (That is what I have)

[@Commandodesigns]

origami shawn Generally you're ok with water based paints but any type of enamels and you should get a respirator. Make sure to have plenty of ventilation as well. One way to check is after a long paint project look in your nose. If you see any color in there, you should be wearing a respirator next time.

[@neolithic3]

origami shawn it might be better than nothing, but from my understanding the paper dust masks are made more for particles rather than fumes. Probably safer to invest in a respirator like in the video, it could save you from life threatening health problems down the road.

[@marisadewindt3981]

i have a 3M resperater for spray paint

[@hairbiz7862]

What’s the best mask for resin

[@Commandodesigns]

Thats a good question. The best way to figure that out is look at the descriptions of the filters in the product. Also a full face mask may be appropriate for certain types of resins becasue of the eye iratation.

[@bradleywclarke]

Thank you, informative video.

[@davidjoe8455]

Great video - Thanks

[@abdyfe]

good video my brother

[@Commandodesigns]

Thanks.

[@salsalocofrance1]

The problem is the face and eyes screen

[@Wolf-ny6bz]

Thx man

[@silvaner]

This mask work for viruses Coronavirus? Filter for use ?

[@reysand7621]

Yes, but when buying a filter get a particulate filter

[@Gabrielishere]

Virus by itself can pass through any filter, but its usually in a vapor droplet, which these filters stop and trap.

[@jeffreywarrenpark9149]

A major problem he didn't address about respirators is... BEARDS!!!

[@NTromb]

Wow thanks for the cookie cutter review on one specific brand

[@johnallen1841]

Thx for the tips

[@hallmarkrentalpropertyloui3271]

Thank You

[@starrmyres7841]

I did something like this a month ago with plans from Woodglut.

[@Entrepreneurusa]

Great 😊

[@net-k0vt402]

How do actually paint a respirator though?

[@bingchillin3628]

Maplespot you dont

[@burnmyuncle141]

intro song pls

[@davidhodson7453]

Well that mask stop tear gas

[@Detailedstream]

don't forget Spice product

[@semperfitt356]

oohrah!