Respirator Gear

[Shed Dweller]

Being new to the woodworking game, & this forum (& enjoying it immensley BTW), I have the task of finishing off our projects, which as you know either makes them look fantastic or as in some instances sends them to the scrap heap!!

I've been trying out a few different products/techniques & have recently brought a tin of wattyl stylwood lacquer, which I want to spray. My question is, can anyone advise me on what type of respirator gear I should be buying to keep me alive whilst doing this job & where is the best place to purchase it from?

Secondly does shellac french polish give a long lasting finish to items or is it something that needs to be re done over & over as time goes by?

Any help would be appreciated.

Janet

[Harry72]

From the wattly site,
a dust mask or cartridge respirator conforming to AS/NZ 1715/16-1994
Use in a well-ventilated area
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust ventilation may be required in special circumstances. If risk of overexposure exists, wear approved respirator. Supplied-air type respirator may be required
in special circumstances. Correct fit is essential to ensure adequate protection.

Dont know about the FP havent used it yet.

[PAH1]

I think you will find that shellac is a fairly long term finish, as are most if they are not subjected to heavy use eg cutting board. I have also found oil finishes to be durable, however others will argue that point. You can get decent fume rated cartridge respirators from tool places, even Supacheap sell P2 cigweld respirators for not a great deal of money. Some powered air respirators are not rated for explosive atmospheres eg the Triton. As Harry72 says correct fit is essential, try them on before you buy and make sure that they fit.

[Shed Dweller]

Thanks guys for your input. We will head off on yet "another" shopping spree to our hardware shop & check them out....oh what a chore!!Janet