What should you look for in custom earplugs?

Not all

custom earplugs

are created equal, and they vary widely in terms ofprice and quality. Here is a checklist of questions to ask your hearingprotection provider, so you can be sure you are buying the best product thatyou can afford.

What material are your custom earplugs made from?

The best material in terms of comfort and flexibility is medical grade silicone.Some hearing protectors are made of acrylic which is not only cold and hardin the ear, but also doesn

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t flex well with body movement.This means your hearing protection doesn

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t create a perfect seal in your earcanal, and will not be 100% effective at reducing noise levels.

How long do your custom earplugs last?

Custom earplugs offer a substantial cost saving over traditional foamearplugs, though the initial investment at the start is quite high. To maximiseyour return on investment, you should look for custom earplugs which last forat least four years.As the human ear changes shape, you should be looking to replace yourcustom earplugs every 4 years to maintain the seal with your ear, and makesure your earplugs are 100% effective.

What guarantees do you offer on the hearing protectors?

Custom hearing protection is not for everybody, which is why it is important toask whether the company provides a guarantee.Ideally, your hearing protection provider will offer a time period within which ifyou change your mind you can receive your money in full. In addition, look for

Custom earplugs made with medicalgrade silicone