If you can't get your hands on a high-quality gas mask, this DIY riot mask is a great backup plan. Check out the tutorial below to learn how to make a mask that filters the air in an emergency situation.

How to Make Your Own Riot Mask

Nothing beats a genuine gas mask, but this DIY riot mask is the next best thing. Though it doesn't offer the full protection of a gas mask, it does make breathing a lot easier. Using a large empty water bottle, a vinegar-soaked cotton ball, and a dryer sheet, you can make a quick riot mask that can help you breathe in an emergency situation. Check out the steps below to see how it's done, and be sure to leave your own riot mask tips in the comments!

How to Make a DIY Riot Mask:

Step 1: Trace a large cut-out into your water bottle.

The opening should be about the same size as your face.

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Step 2: Use scissors to cut the opening.

Step 3: Tape the edges of the opening.

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Step 4: Apply a second layer of tape.

Step 5: Use a hammer and nails to poke three holes in the cap.

Step 6: Dip a cotton ball into a cup of vinegar.

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Step 7: Insert a dryer sheet and close the cap.

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Step 8: Put the mask over your face.

See the complete tutorial in the video below:

Do you have a DIY riot mask of your own? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and tell us about your survival must-haves!