Originally Posted by
Onebyone
My family and friends are asking for thin one layer pleated fabric masks. I noticed WalMart here has a shelf full of masks now. 20 for $18. They are lightweight and very thin, easy to wear. I washed one and it held up fine. I am making the grands plenty of one layer masks with thin nylon loops and neck hanging ties for school.
I believe masks need to be two layers of cotton fabric in order for it be effective. One layer will not work for protection.
Were the ones you got at Walmart fabric? I'm assuming so as you were able to wash them. The medical masks(like those worn at a doctors office) are non-woven material I think and not washable.