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How should the do-it-yourselfer handle dust?
When the handyman moves inside to cut and sand wood, a major hazard exists with all the dust that is accumulated in the air and potentially in your lungs. The Handyguys talk about how to control dust from ruining your day and potentially your life.
In order to protect yourself from dust, consider these strategies:
- Take into account the dust created by a tool before you use it.
- Purchase tools which incorporate dust collection as part of the tool design.
- Install a dedicated dust collector and an air cleaner.
- Work outside
- Wear respirator
The Handyguys discuss these tips and their own dust collection and mitigation strategies in this episode.
Residential Sprinkler Systems
The Handyguys discuss a somewhat controversial issue regarding residential fire suppression systems or sprinkler systems. The controversy isnt regarding the benefits of such a system, yes, they do save lives and property. The controversy is if governments should require them to be installed in new construction or major remodels.
Handyguy Brian thinks it should be an individuals choice and such an expensive option should not be mandated. Pennsylvania recently repealed the requirement after only a few months in effect. In times when builders are hurting for business and customers are trying to save every dollar they can, it’s not wise to put additional costs on the industry. Listen to the discussion.
Typical utility room configuration from a residential sprinkler system install
Oh, and please no nasty emails if you don’t agree with us. Disagreeing comments are welcome if they are respectful and tasteful.
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my buddys dad had bad respitory problems when he got old. its important to wear a mask when working with wood and dust!
Amazing article handyguys . Thanks for these important tips for protection against dust. But i want to know what’s the dedicated dust collector , i haven’t heard of something like that before???
dedicated dust collector is something like this
Yes, always wear your mask when dealing with copious amounts of dust! It is not worth it to suffer with respiratory problems later in life.