{"product_id":"v4mask","title":"V4 Reusable Face Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-medical V4 Mask is a two-layer mask. Most (but not all) people will find they can open their mouths really wide without this mask slipping off the nose or above the chin. It features soft \u0026amp; comfortable adjustable ear loops and a lanyard for convenient wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new nose bridge in the Flannel V4 Mask design is seamless and sits at a slight recess behind the rest of the mask; this design may work better for folks who’ve found it difficult to find a cloth mask that prevents their glasses from fogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flannel V4 Mask is made with two layers of 100% Cotton Flannel that’s OEKO-TEX Certified. If you’re wondering why we’ve chosen flannel (no, it’s not because we’re based in Seattle!) here’s the scoop:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were honored to play a very small role in a recently published research study: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/10.1021\/acsnano.0c05025\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFiltration Efficiencies of Nanoscale Aerosol by Cloth Mask Materials Used to Slow the Spread of SARS-CoV-2\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e published in \u003ci\u003eACS Nano\u003c\/i\u003e. As you can read in the acknowledgements of the study, our small role was to send fabric samples to the researchers for testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs mask designers, we continually look forward to further research investigating potential mask materials. There’s always more we can learn; scientists and researchers are working overtime on behalf of their communities, countries, and the world on various projects related to COVID-19 and our collective human response to this pandemic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've worked with a fabric mill on a 100% Cotton Flannel fabric for our V4 Reusable Cloth Face Masks; the design of this fabric is intended to have a chaotic web of fibers, which could create more surfaces with which aerosolized particles could interact, as indicated as a possibility in the study. Our 100% Cotton Flannel is produced in an OEKO-TEX Certified fabric mill. Please note that this is not a medical grade fabric. \u003ca href=\"#ln-62\"\u003eClick here for the exact specifications of our 100% Cotton Flannel Fabric.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike our bags, our masks are satisfaction guaranteed; we welcome you to \u003ca href=\"mailto:emailus@tombihn.mom\"\u003eemailus@tombihn.mom\u003c\/a\u003e whether you love your mask and want to recognize our talented sewing crew or there's something not working for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur innovative ear loop and neck lanyard material is comfortable, conforming, and stretchy — but it’s not the scratchy elastic that’s typically found on masks. Even when worn around the ears, we (and others) find our material to be quite comfortable for longterm wear. As we mentioned, the ear loops and neck lanyard are both adjustable; you can shorten or lengthen them. We find the neck lanyard to be a convenient feature when we go out for walks. If no other people are around, we can let the mask hang around our neck and against the sternum; if we see another person coming our way, it's easy to very quickly grasp the ear loops (without touching the fabric of the mask) and put the mask on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour mask will arrive with a metal nose piece inserted into the slot that can be bent to conform your mask over your nose. By leaving the nose bridge slot open on both ends, we’re giving you the option of customizing the nose bridge to work best for you — you can replace the included metal piece with a different nose bridge material if you’d like a softer or firmer fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo wash your mask, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/prevent-getting-sick\/how-to-wash-cloth-face-coverings.html\"\u003eCDC: How To Wash Cloth Face Coverings\u003c\/a\u003e guidelines. We also recommend washing your face masks in a reusable mesh laundry bag; this will prevent the ear loops from getting caught on other stuff in the washer and dryer and will help protect your mask. If you’re looking to avoid wrinkles, machine wash your masks, shape the mask, and line dry per CDC Guidelines. Removing the twist-tie piece (use a pair of tweezers to pull or push it out) will help the nose piece last longer. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/files\/ClothMasks-V13.pdf?v=1611173317\"\u003ePlease download and review this PDF for our full warnings \u0026amp; instructions for use\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h3\"\u003eInstructions for use, sizing, shipping options \u0026amp; more\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-26\"\u003eChoosing the right size of mask\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-36\"\u003eShipping costs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-52\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-58\"\u003eMade in U.S.A. (and what that means)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-62\"\u003e100% Cotton Flannel Fabric Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ln-85\"\u003eWarnings and Instructions For Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-26\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the right size of mask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo determine which size you need, take a flat ruler and place it next to your nose. Measure from the bridge of your nose to the point of your chin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Small\/Medium if you measure LESS than 4.5” \/ 115mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Medium\/Large if you measure MORE than 4.5” \/ 115mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd if you measure exactly 4.5\" or have facial hair, we recommend choosing the Medium\/Large size. The ability to adjust the fit of the mask also means that some folks may be able to make a larger size than normal work for them. For example, the best size mask for for a person whose face measures 4.25” is the Small\/Medium, but they can likely wear a Medium\/Large with a good secure fit by tightening her ear loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-36\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe will pride ourselves on fast shipping. However, many carriers including USPS and UPS are experiencing high volumes of packages and some shipments may be delayed in transit due to circumstances outside of our control. Please note that less expensive shipping options usually take a little longer to arrive.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSPS First Class Mail $4 (for up to 20 masks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSPS Priority Mail $8 (for up to 30 masks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSPS Priority Mail to Hawaii \u0026amp; Alaska $10 (for up to 30 masks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUPS Ground $10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUPS 3 Day Select, 2nd Day Air, and Next Day Air shipping options are available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSPS First Class International is $14 (for up to 20 masks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-52\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur masks are satisfaction guaranteed. Please \u003ca href=\"mailto:emailus@tombihn.mom\"\u003eemailus@tombihn.mom\u003c\/a\u003e if you're happy with your mask *or* there's something that doesn't work for you. We want to hear from you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the health and safety of our crew, we can’t accept physical returns, repairs or exchanges for\/of these masks. Any issue with materials or workmanship on these masks will be evident immediately; beyond your immediate inspection of the mask upon its arrival, the mask is not covered under our Lifetime Guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-58\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade in U.S.A. (and what that means)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of you will ask why our masks (or our bags, for that matter!) are more expensive. Our business model is unusual: we are designer, manufacturer, and direct retailer and our entire company shares the same 16,000 square feet in Seattle, the city with the highest minimum wage in the United States. We're also a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/pages\/planet-earth\"\u003eCertified B Corporation\u003c\/a\u003e. The contract manufacturers we work with are also in Seattle. In short, our labor and overhead costs are likely significantly higher than that of a business who manufactures their products overseas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-62\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100% Cotton Flannel Fabric Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYarn size in cotton count:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarp: 20\/1 (20 singles)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeft: 46 doubles (92 individual threads)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn raw\/loom state : 6.2oz per square yd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn finished state : 5.6oz per square yd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrushing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFace side : 10 passes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack side : 5 passes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDyestuff:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReactive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDye method:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eResidual Shrinkage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. 5% under Gentle Cycle and Tumble dry low\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ln-85\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and Instructions For Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe recommend that you read our Warnings \u0026amp; Instructions For Use. If you need more copies of the Warnings and Instructions For Use to distribute with masks that you are providing to others, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/files\/ClothMasks-V13.pdf?v=1611173317\"\u003eplease download this PDF\u003c\/a\u003e and print additional copies on your home printer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThese guidelines are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/regulatory-information\/search-fda-guidance-documents\/enforcement-policy-face-masks-and-respirators-during-coronavirus-disease-covid-19-public-health\"\u003ebased on this FDA document\u003c\/a\u003e; the guidelines may be subject to change. Please refer to the FDA website for the most up-to-date information.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEnclosed Face Masks are NOT Intended to Provide Liquid Barrier Protection.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis mask is not a surgical device or a respirator and should not be used as a substitute for either of these devices.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot for use in any surgical setting or where significant exposure to liquid, bodily or other hazardous fluids, may be expected.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot for use in a clinical setting where the infection risk level through inhalation exposure is high.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot for use in the presence of high intensity heat source or flammable gas.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e100% Cotton Flannel. Note: These masks are not made of medical grade material.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFor adult use only. Wash these masks according to CDC washing guidelines prior to first wear. Wash routinely depending on the frequency of use. Do not microwave. Do not put in the oven.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUse of this mask is intended to be an addition to and not in substitution of all other measures recommended for the prevention of communicable diseases.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf irritation occurs, discontinue use.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf unsure, consult your personal physician before wearing.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhen washed and dried, secure the clean mask to your face to cover both your nose and mouth.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWARNING: Gaps between the mask and your face, or a loose fitting mask, will reduce the effectiveness of the mask. Once secured, refrain from touching the mask and your face in order to adjust its fit. Any hand contact with your face, or the mask itself once donned, can increase your risk of contracting or communicating an infectious disease.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/files\/face-mask-graphic-fda.jpg?v=1586705865\" alt=\"Person securing mask to face with ear loops and adjusting nose piece\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOM BIHN","offers":[{"title":"Navy Small\/Medium","offer_id":32762416988223,"sku":"ME00008-NF","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Medium\/Large","offer_id":32762416955455,"sku":"ME00009-BF","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/products\/faded-navy-flannel-mask-4.jpg?v=1598978321","url":"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/v4mask","provider":"TOM BIHN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}