In a message dated 06/19/2003 12:31:34 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< The dust is quite annoying and very smelly so we always use a mask and air filter to keep the dust under control. >> The dust is not only annoying but is very dangerous. Bone dust will embed itself into the lung tissues and does not dissipate. Anyone planning to turn bone should wear a serious mask. David Springett uses a respirator mask with a fan built in which blows air downward over the face. They are quite expensive costing between $300 and $500 US....but at the very least, wear a dust mask. It is also very advisable to have a dust extraction system behind your lathe which will capture an large portion of the dangerous dust. And while on the subject of turning, many woods can also be toxic so the dust collection/protection is important with wood as well. Vicki in Maryland who has been most fortunate to host the Springetts and benefit from instruction from both in bobbin turning and Beds...and is anxiously awaiting their return next winter! - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED]
