Custom Face Masks: A Necessity Turned into a Fashion Statement
New information is emerging every day on how the new Coronavirus spreads and the best ways to protect against COVID-19.
Currently, the most effective protections include washing your hands frequently with soap and water and practicing social and physical distancing. In recent days, The CDC has added to those recommendations by asking all American citizens to wear a cloth or fabric face mask when venturing out into public.
The idea behind this recommendation is that because it has been proven possible for someone to be infected and pass on the infection without showing symptoms, a face mask would serve as protection against further community spread.
But to our team at Crooked Monkey, the meaning behind it is even more simple- to protect others you must first protect yourself!
While there are plenty of different options for protective face masks on the market, it is important to know a little bit about each to find the best fit for you. Keep reading for an explanatory breakdown of protective masks, their uses, and why Custom Face Masks will turn the drab face mask into something a bit more exciting. Reveal yourself.
Different Types of Face Masks
Professional Respirators
Called KN95 respirators, these masks are made to prevent exposure to tiny droplets that can remain suspended in the air. The KN95 respirators are currently in very short supply and should be reserved for health care providers and first responders. To aid in the national PPE shortage, Crooked Monkey is now sourcing KN95 Masks from overseas, but these Masks will only be sold to Healthcare Institutions in the fight against COVID-19.
Disposable 3 Ply Masks
These are loose-fitting masks designed to cover the mouth and nose. Although they are not close fitting, they provide protection against larger respiratory droplets from coughs and sneezes. We are currently sourcing these disposable 3-ply civilian masks to help citizens align with the most recent recommendations made by the CDC.
Cloth or Paper Masks
According to the CDC, these masks may help slow the spread of the new Coronavirus, and help people who may unknowingly have the virus from transmitting it to others. While cloth masks are not medical-grade, they may be helpful in non-patient care settings to contain coughs and to remind people not to touch their face. Crooked Monkey is now selling disposable paper civilian masks and various styles of custom reusable face masks to aid in the fight against the pandemic!
DIY At-Home Face Masks
Because this pandemic hit so unexpectedly, there weren’t many prepared for the most recent CDC recommendations on masks. Because of this, many people have begun making masks at home out of cotton, linen, or even t-shirts or bandanas. Though these DIY project masks may not be as protective as the variations discussed above, it is aligned with the recommendations of the CDC for cloth or fabric masks.
Check out the following video for step by step instructions on how you can create a DIY face mask out of a bandana or any other piece of fabric laying around your home.
Though the DIY bandana face mask may be beneficial in a pinch, with all of the protective civilian mask options on the market you’d be missing out on some pretty cool designs and some even better protection. Are you interested in designing your very own custom face masks? Keep reading for information on how Crooked Monkey is adapting our business in ways that will add a custom spin to your brand’s fight against COVID-19!
Why Go Custom?
Though we are not yet sure how long the current CDC recommendations will last, it is clear that protective face masks will be apart of our everyday lives well into the Summer. It is most likely that upon reopening of the economy, this recommendation will be made into an obligation before business owners are set to reopen their doors.
Why fight the inevitable? Get a head start on supplying your team with the protection they need to get your business moving while also creating an opportunity for spreading the word about your brand.
Though paper disposable masks may seem like the most cost-efficient option- wait until you hear how custom protective masks could benefit your business in the long run. Keep an eye out for our next blog detailing the Benefits of Crooked Monkey Custom Face Masks! For information on our variety of protective reusable face masks and their opportunities for customization, keep reading!
Crooked Monkey Customizable Face Masks
Bella Canvas Washable Mask
This comfortable and breathable single-ply mask is made of a black ultra-soft jersey fabric featuring a contoured face shape and two ear holes. Though this mask is simple and comes in only one color, the Bella can be customized with up to a 2 color custom print.
Cloth Reusable Heavy Duty Mask
Made of 100% US cotton, this mask is both washable, breathable, and the strongest of our unfiltered custom masks. Buy it blank or customize it with your own design with up to a two-color custom print.
Filtered + Customized/Branded Washable Face Mask
Our Filtered + Customizable Washable Face Mask brings two benefits. 1)A PM2.5 carbon filter technology to filter out almost 100% of particulates, bacteria, and viruses. 2)These are cut and sewn at our factory so we can create whatever branding or design you want.
We’re offering free design, because who wants to wear a lame face mask?
Filtered + Customized/Branded Washable Bandana
Our Filtered Washable Bandana is available in an array of colors and includes a pocket and a PM2.5 filter which is an activated carbon filter that offers unmatchable protection against germs.
This bandana has the opportunity for complete customization, even offering the option of a custom woven or printed label featuring your brand name.
