Safety & Health

Safety is the main concern of many when working with the chemicals that it requires to perform the different arts. Often artists and craftsmen use air purifiers to filter the tiny particles that even they cannot see or smell. Many use larger ones that are installed and filter to the outside. Others opt for smaller floor model ones that are placed near the work area. Ventilation systems are more detailed in installing but well worth the overall affect on the health of all in the shop.

There is a wide assortment of protective clothing for individuals to wear on a daily basis. There are smocks, aprons, and gloves as well as face masks to fit every size of crafter. Hand creams are available for protecting the hands from harmful chemicals that may soak into the skin and keep stains from forming on the skin. All harmful and hazardous chemicals should be kept in one designated area of the studio or shop and there are safety storage cabinets just for this. Flammable materials can be easily and safely stored away from other areas until their disposal.

Another great way to eliminate some contact with harmful inhalants is with the installation of a spray booth. These are great when a lot of larger items are being treated with paint and other substances. The booths are well ventilated with their own ventilation systems in place. There are numerous types of ventilation systems for your studio or shop. Select one that will rid the amount of hazardous chemicals that you may have floating about in your space. Think of yourself and those working with you on a day to day basis. Chemicals like these harm many systems of the body but mainly the lungs. Often a mask will protect you but then why take that unnecessary chance with a life.

Air Purifiers		Kiln Safety and Ventilation		Protective Clothing and Gear		Protective Hand Cream
Safety Storage for Flammable Materials		Spray Booths and Ventilation Systems

Art Supplies for Your Safety & Health

Nearly every item that you pick up today has some sort of warning label attached to it. These labels are to let us know the dangers of all the chemicals that we have in our immediate presence. In the production of many of our crafts, we are exposed to many chemicals and irritants to our skin or through inhalation. Before beginning our crafts, we should take the time to stop and think of the many ways to protect ourselves from possibly fatal consequences of exposure.

In the section of safety and health, customers will benefit greatly from various products to protect the very air they breathe while creating their form of artwork. Shop other protective merchandise such as hand creams that protect the skin from irritants and stains. We link you to a large line of air purifiers that work on the same basis to eradicate all airborne particles, gases, chemicals, and unwanted odors. S

hop models that will clean and purify spaces and areas from 700 to 1,500 square feet. Shop systems for ventilating kiln systems safely as well. In the protective clothing line, you can find aprons, disposable gloves, smocks, and eye or facial safety gear. We also link you to masks and respirators in this large line. For maximum protection, you may wish to invest in a spray booth and ventilation system. These have many beneficial qualities. They will remove even the tiniest particles and odors. Spray booths also trap adhesives, finishes, and fixatives among many other irritants. These models are unique in the fact that they will not discolor, corrode or rust. To provide added safety measures to classrooms or work studios, check out a vast line of safety storage units. Shop various sizes of waste cans for dangerous or oily materials.

To make sure that all flammable and corrosive materials are stored away safely, try one of the many safety storage cabinets that are available. They seal flammables away from the surrounding high temperatures: thus, making it less likely that they will spontaneously combust. Most models are made of 18 gauge steel that is powder coated and have a double wall air insulated barrier. With a fail-safe closing mechanism and a lock that is three point, these are the ultimate accessory to have for storing harsh materials.