Paper Towel Face Mask

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*Update: Blue shop towels might be more effective than cotton/paper towels, based on this article https://www.businessinsider.com/homemade-mask-using-hydro-knit-shop-towel-filters-better-2020-4 * This frame helps convert a standard paper towel to a DIY face mask. Paper towels may not be as effective at filtering particulate matter compared to other materials in DIY masks (100% cotton, vacuum bags, Tyvek), but may be more readily available in most households. Best use of this mask is to stop people from touching their face. Link to study: https://smartairfilters.com/en/blog/paper-towel-effective-against-viruses-diy-mask/ Use this mask at your own discretion. INSTRUCTIONS A) For Folding (https://youtu.be/fYaH8KJkFw4) 1. Fold the paper towel in half length-wise 2. Fold into thirds length-wise 3. Fold the the upper and lower thirds in half out B) For assembling (https://youtu.be/9rA48eZsFqY) 1. Thread printed wrap-around piece through folded paper towel (make sure the narrow side goes in first) 2. Thread paper towel through printed loop piece. Fold paper towel over. 3. Pull wrap-around piece toward loop to lock it in place. 4. Install rubber band or hair tie