Mask has discolored... is it still okay to use?

[pw1981]

I have a Tusa Visualator mask that had been in storage for a while. When I got it out, I discovered the clear silicone around the mask has discolored in a lot of places to a brownish color. It seems to seal and the silicone is still soft and flexible as it seems it should be even though its kind of ugly. The snorkel (a cheapo) is all sticky so its going to get replaced.

I am starting to get back into the hoppy after a little while way. I am really excited and getting my gear back up and running.

 

[Wayward Son]

yep. clear silicone does that.

 

[spectrum]

It is fine and normal.

Pete

 

[j yaeger]

...another reason to have a black skirted mask......
hides the science experiments!

 

[fisheater]

But you won't LOOK good!

 

[Nemrod]

You can continue to use that mask for another twenty years.

N

 

[taucherguy]

Happened to me as well. Found out it happens usually when you store it with neopren. It never hurt anything aside from being ugly. Long story short, I now have a black mask and I am still getting used to it.

 

[NC Wreck Diver]

Your mask is fine. They do discolor, but it will still let the light in. As mentioned above, the silicone will last for years. Dive safe and have fun.

 

[Downing]

I've heard you can wash the discoloration away with vinegar but since I'm a black skirt fan I've never personally tried it.

 

[Nis_San]

Try it - may help in case of a surface coloration. Never helps with overall however.