With filters being in short supply for full and half face respirators, MainelyDiY has come up with a solution.
The material we chose may actually filter out viruses including COVID 19 even better than the coveted N95 masks – 4% better. According to calculations it can block particles by a whopping 99.9%. So cool as this material is often trashed and under utilized.
Check out our written instructions for specific instructions with photos for making your replacement filters. Includes materials used plus construction tips. And it is FREE in a downloadable pdf file format.
Hand soap can be expensive and body washes are even more. Lets us show you how to inexpensively make your own very simply using a bar of soap. For hand soap, we suggest a soap that makes you feel extra clean yet is gentle on your hands. Your hands do so much for you so… Continue reading Bar None Hand Soap or Body Wash Saves Money
It is important for every one of us to do our part is trying to impede the spread of the corona virus. Three important actions you can take right now are social distancing, washing your hands, and reserve the supply of masks for the frontline health care professional and first responders.
It is of the utmost importance that the health care and first responders are protected so that they will be there to save lives when they are needed the most. Conservation by the general public of the professional grade masks is why MainelyDiY.com has developed our own mask.
The information contained in this blog is the opinion of MainelyDiY.com. Please follow CDC guidelines.
With N-95 respirator supplies in question, extending the life of a mask may become important during the pandemic. Quilters will especially appreciate that these covers are made with scrap batting. We chose quilting batting because it tends to cling to masks. We have included a casing for elastic or ties should you desire to secure… Continue reading Extend Mask Life with Easy to Make Cover
We hope you enjoyed our last “Going Nuts” Card. If you thought about making it but don’t have an electronic cutter, we have created this printable version just for you. We highly recommend you purchase a Cricut machine when you can. It is tons of fun! Taking your own pictures is the ultimate source for… Continue reading Going Nuts Card -Printable Version
Want to learn about COVID-19 in easy to understand terms and learn ways to help protect yourself and others from infection? Understanding some to the characteristics of the coronavirus will help you appreciate why mask material selection is important. There is more than just face coverings included. Information is presented in a download pdf document… Continue reading Learn About COVID-19 & Protecting Yourself
Watch this video to learn how to make this humorous greeting card and discover why the racoon is this year’s mascot. If you do not have a racoon picture you can look in magazines or old books that are no longer used. No special tools are required to make this card yet we find the… Continue reading Mascot of the Year
Upset about having to wear a mask? Try thinking about it in this light. Most public places require that you wear a shirt and shoes. Wearing a shirt is just common courtesy. However the requirement to wear shoes because of safety concerns and so is wearing a mask! No one has to say wearing pants… Continue reading Mask Know How – Science & Tips to get the most benefit
Due to popular request, we have added two new sizes of our mask pattern. The child size pattern is for preschool aged children and the small size is for kids in between. All 3 designs contain our updated written directions which include the option of adding a wire such as a paper clip along the… Continue reading Mask Updates – New Sizes – Updated Patterns
Want to make a mask but don’t know how to Sew? Especially with the CDC’s recommendation for the general public to use face covering when not at home in order to help reduce the spread of COVID 19 Duct Tape to the rescue! Our design features an adjustable fit around the difficult nose area. Just… Continue reading No Sew DIY Mask – Made with Man Friendly Duct Tape
With filters being in short supply for full and half face respirators, MainelyDiY has come up with a solution. The material we chose may actually filter out viruses including COVID 19 even better than the coveted N95 masks – 4% better. According to calculations it can block particles by a whopping 99.9%. So cool as… Continue reading Replacement Filter for Gas Mask – 99% Effective
We see pleas from those on the frontlines for face masks yet homemade masks are being discounted for two reasons – they are not CDC approved and effectiveness is unknown. Let us explain why we urge you to rethink this thought process. Of course CDC approved masks are best if available. Please remember to evaluate… Continue reading Unmask the Myth about Homemade Face Masks
UPDATED- template includes instructions Homemade masks can protect supply of PPE on front-line healthcare worker and are an options when n-95 supplies are exhausted. Our mask design fits snuggly against your face, is comfortable and breathable. FREE pattern and information Mask Template DIY Mask Mask Cover Mask Myths Our FREE mask template now includes written… Continue reading UPDATED – DIY Mask
Hand soap can be expensive and body washes are even more. Lets us show you how to inexpensively make your own very simply using a bar of soap.
For hand soap, we suggest a soap that makes you feel extra clean yet is gentle on your hands. Your hands do so much for you so here’s a way to take card of them.
In the shower a wet bar of soap can turn yucky so many of us turn to the pricey body wash. Follow our video and you can have the best of both worlds. Select a favorite bar soap with a great scent and skin quenching characteristics and Wow! you just extended the life of your soap bar and eliminated the mess.
Can you see light around your doors or windows? Then it is time to replace the weather stripping. Closing the gap will not only save money by conserving heat, it will serve as a barrier to prevent small pests from coming inside.Let MainelyDiY.com show you how in this quick instructional video.
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Oil has particles and impurities in it which will plug up and clog your furnace nozzle. A clogged nozzle simply cannot supply the appropriate amount of fuel to oil burner of your furnace. Learn how to keep the oil flowing and your furnace running smoothly by changing the pump strainer which filters the oil.
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Please follow safety instructions for any products you and use safe practices for every project. This site is meant to demonstrate how we did it ourselves and encourage you to give it a try. Please do not extend your project beyond what your personal skill set will allow you to do safely. Please note we are “do it yourselfers” and not experts. Prices subject to change. As participants in affiliate programs, we may earn small commissions on products and services linked in our blog/website. There is NO additional cost to you however it gives us a boost and allows us to continue to provide you with easy link access to items we use. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Do you have an older furnace? Then you need to check out the combustion chamber liner because once it is gone the burner flame will literally burn a hole through your furnace fire box. Think you are all set as you have your furnace serviced annually? WRONG! Failing to have this checked and replaced if necessary will cost you megabucks $$$$$$ as you will need a new furnace. Find out where to get a new liner below. This video shows replacing a chamber liner in a Weil McLain 66 Series or 68 series oil fired boiler.
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Learn to use a side swiper to remove and reinstall vinyl house siding
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Bathroom sink drain stopper problem? MainelyDiY.com just may have your solution as we show you how to replace a pop-up drain stopper and why it needs replacing.
We hope you enjoyed our last “Going Nuts” Card. If you thought about making it but don’t have an electronic cutter, we have created this printable version just for you. We highly recommend you purchase a Cricut machine when you can. It is tons of fun! Taking your own pictures is the ultimate source for… Continue reading Going Nuts Card -Printable Version
Want to learn about COVID-19 in easy to understand terms and learn ways to help protect yourself and others from infection? Understanding some to the characteristics of the coronavirus will help you appreciate why mask material selection is important. There is more than just face coverings included. Information is presented in a download pdf document… Continue reading Learn About COVID-19 & Protecting Yourself
Watch this video to learn how to make this humorous greeting card and discover why the racoon is this year’s mascot. If you do not have a racoon picture you can look in magazines or old books that are no longer used. No special tools are required to make this card yet we find the… Continue reading Mascot of the Year
Upset about having to wear a mask? Try thinking about it in this light. Most public places require that you wear a shirt and shoes. Wearing a shirt is just common courtesy. However the requirement to wear shoes because of safety concerns and so is wearing a mask! No one has to say wearing pants… Continue reading Mask Know How – Science & Tips to get the most benefit
Due to popular request, we have added two new sizes of our mask pattern. The child size pattern is for preschool aged children and the small size is for kids in between. All 3 designs contain our updated written directions which include the option of adding a wire such as a paper clip along the… Continue reading Mask Updates – New Sizes – Updated Patterns
Want to make a mask but don’t know how to Sew? Especially with the CDC’s recommendation for the general public to use face covering when not at home in order to help reduce the spread of COVID 19 Duct Tape to the rescue! Our design features an adjustable fit around the difficult nose area. Just… Continue reading No Sew DIY Mask – Made with Man Friendly Duct Tape
With filters being in short supply for full and half face respirators, MainelyDiY has come up with a solution. The material we chose may actually filter out viruses including COVID 19 even better than the coveted N95 masks – 4% better. According to calculations it can block particles by a whopping 99.9%. So cool as… Continue reading Replacement Filter for Gas Mask – 99% Effective
Going Nuts greeting card
