When making a DIY mask one important thing to consider is the material used to capture particles. Many people are reaching out to publicly available materials to achieve this task. However, false or misleading information can leave you with a false sense of security. This section may help to better inform your decisions before moving forward with your DIY efforts.

Are you wanting to learn more about the difference between surgical mask and N95 respirators? Check out this section to learn more about how these two types of mask are tested and how they are used in healthcare settings.