Using mask while melting lead.

[Bledfor Days]

It probably wasn't such a good idea to start a thread about masks of any type in light of current events. Very controversial right now. Thanks for all the responses, especially about being tested for lead after years of smelting, casting, moisture in lead, etc...and the results.
I am wearing a half face mask with filters now mainly for the fact that I'm new at this and it won't hurt. I need to up my game on the protective clothing though.
Thanks

 

[Crow-Feather]

My concern is the mask could be flamable. Have not tried to light the ones i have. I wear glasses so eyes protected. Rather small burn markscrather than a large burn area if the mask is flamable. No experience, just a concern ot thought.

I have never seen hot lead start a fire on cloth. I guess that it could happen though. The mask that I use is a plastic mask that fits to the head and covers the whole face. I believe that it does help protect the face from fumes and flying lead.

 

[Sidney Smith]

I started melting lead when I was a kid probably 45 years ago. Id help my dad make fishing sinkers. He'd do it right on the kitchen stove with only the outside exhaust fan on and a window cracked open. He later switched to a Coleman stove outside on the back porch when mom complained. Now I melt lead in my garage with the garage door wide open. I don't melt lead often so don't worry too much about it. Never used a mask never will.