peter lena 8,634 #1 Posted September 20, 2021 since using a paper mask while cutting , I am no longer stuffed up and loaded with sneezing and coughing from related cutting issues. between the humidity and the possible dust up while cutting , my eyes were itchy , since changing to a facial wash , after cutting and using a mask , all related pollen issues have stopped . really simple just to mask up and wash down your face after cutting , every time I DO NOT do this ,I SINUS UP with related eye itching and sinus stuffing . just trying to stop a cutting related problem , works for me . pete 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwerl58 704 #2 Posted September 20, 2021 I started using a mask a few years ago for the same reason. It is amazing how much stuff flies around when you cut the grass. I started using a gater style mask last year and like it better than the med style mask. My 414-8 with 42"sd deck throws lots of dust forward of the tractor. I have not been able to figure out a solution for this so I will wear a mask. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 7,016 #3 Posted September 20, 2021 My neighbor uses a mask while he mows. When I'm finished mowing on a dusty day, I wonder why I did not wear a mask. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,634 #4 Posted September 20, 2021 @8ntruck , simple as it sounds , this summer if I spend anytime out side , without a mask , I pay for it later with sinus and allergy like symptoms, rather defend against it , than go thru hours of attempted recovery . have to experiment with what works best for you , pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #5 Posted September 20, 2021 3 hours ago, Skwerl58 said: It is amazing how much stuff flies around when you cut the grass Yes, I find myself cutting sometimes when the grass is still a little damp, hard on the deck easy on me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
