Many people might say they want to feel the vitality of plants by touching them directly.Yet, gardening carries the potential risk of hand injuries.To prevent cuts and insect bites while working in the garden,a pair of gardening gloves specifically designed for horticultural tasks is essential.Thus, let’s explore gardening gloves together.We’ll learn about their types, materials, and why wearing them is necessary.
What types of gardening gloves are available?
Nitrile-Coated Gardening Gloves
Features:
Excellent waterproof and slip-resistant properties.Also protects against oil stains and chemical agents.High sensitivity, does not hinder hand movements.Additionally, it offers strong grip capability.Prevents slipping when handling gardening tools.
Applications:
Ideal for wet environments.Such as spraying pesticides on plants or cleaning oil stains around flower pots.
Leather Gardening Gloves
Introduction:
Typically crafted from cowhide, sheepskin, or pigskin.High abrasion resistance effectively prevents punctures.
Characteristics:
Exceptional physical protection and durability. Yet, these gloves offer limited flexibility.Prone to deterioration when wet.Not suitable for detailed gardening tasks.
Applications:
Ideal for heavy-duty gardening work.The preferred protective gear for trimming thorny bushes.
Long-Sleeved Gardening Gloves
Introduction:
Provides comprehensive protection.The glove portion safeguards the hands.The extended cuffs protect the wrists and even the forearms.
Features:
Premium long-sleeved gardening gloves are crafted from leather.They offer strong puncture resistance.
Applications:
When handling thorny plants like roses, they prevent arm injuries from scratches.
Cotton Gardening Gloves
Introduction:
Breathable and affordably priced. Gardeners can wear cotton gloves to bury seeds in soil.They allow airflow and prevent sweaty hands.
Features:
Yet, they offer weak physical protection and are not abrasion-resistant.
Applications:
Suitable for light gardening tasks like sowing seeds. Not puncture-resistant; unsuitable for contact with thorns or prickles.Not intended as protective gear for heavy-duty gardening work.
Synthetic Leather Gardening Gloves
Introduction:
Typically made from synthetic materials like nylon or polyester.
Characteristics:
Lightweight with some elasticity. Some gloves enhance performance with added slip-resistant or waterproof coatings.
Applications:
Suitable for gardeners prioritizing lightness and versatility.
Our MTIDE synthetic gloves are thin and lightweight.They feel almost weightless on your hands.They also offer some puncture resistance and waterproofing.
Rubber Gardening Gloves
Features:
Exceptional waterproofing. Also provides puncture and scratch resistance.Resistant to chemical corrosion.Protects hands from burns caused by corrosive substances.Yet, it has poor breathability.Prolonged wear may cause sweating.
Applications:
Ideal for watering plants and gardening in rainy weather.Wearing them keeps hands dry.
Puncture-Resistant Gardening Gloves
Introduction:
Professional, durable protective gear.Typically made from reinforced materials like leather, nitrile rubber, or TPE.
Features:
Puncture-resistant gardening gloves offer strong puncture resistance.They also enhance grip and comfort.
Applications:
Ideal for clearing thorny debris, brambles, and shrubs, or using tools with sharp edges.
The Necessity of Using Garden Gloves
Gardening involves many safety risks.Wearing garden gloves is essential.
- Preventing Hand Injuries
While gardening, you often encounter scratches from branches,punctures from plant thorns, or insect bites. Wearing garden gloves creates a physical barrier for your hands.This reduces the likelihood of injury.
- Preventing Infection
Soil harbors abundant bacteria and fungi. Contacting soil with minor cuts or abrasions on your hands can lead to disease transmission.
Research indicates diseases transmissible through bare-handed soil contact include tetanus, sepsis, and Legionellosis.
- Maintaining Hand Cleanliness
After manually turning soil or applying fertilizer,chemicals may linger under fingernails or in skin crevices.This is both unsightly and poses health risks.Wearing gardening gloves keeps your hands clean.
- Enhance grip control
Proper gloves improve tool grip,making gardening tasks more manageable.For example, gloves provide a firmer hold on pruning shears,enabling smoother, more efficient trimming.
Industry Standards for Gardening Gloves
EN ISO 21420: EN ISO 21420 is the general standard for protective gloves designated by the International Technical Committee.
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Glove Design and Construction | Gloves must balance protection and flexibility |
| Chemical Innocuity | Glove materials must not release toxic, corrosive, or irritating substances; wearing the gloves must not adversely affect health |
| Comfort and Efficiency | Includes requirements for glove thickness, elasticity, size, and breathability |
EN388:
EN388 is a standard published by the European Union for evaluating the mechanical properties of gloves. It tests gloves for abrasion resistance, cut resistance, tear resistance, and puncture resistance.
| Level | Abrasion Resistance (cycles) | Cut Resistance | Tear Resistance | Puncture Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | ≥100 | ≥2N | ≥10 | ≥20 |
| Level 2 | ≥500 | 5N—10N | ≥25 | ≥60 |
| Level 3 | ≥2000 | 10N—15N | ≥50 | ≥100 |
| Level 4 | ≥8000 | 15N—22N | ≥75 | ≥150 |
| Level 5 | 22N—30N |
Recommended MTIDE Gloves
Recommended 15-Needle PU Gardening Gloves - Y001.
15-Needle PU Gardening Gloves. This glove features a 15-needle construction. It utilizes a nylon spandex blend liner. Paired with PU coatings.
- Customization services available
- High flexibility
- Lightweight and cheap
- Ideal for light gardening tasks
Recommended Nitrile A2 Grade Gardening Gloves - Y002
Nitrile A2 Grade Gardening Gloves. Features a nylon spandex composite liner. Paired with nitrile coatings.
- Customization services are available.
- A2 cut-resistant rating.
- Waterproof and breathable.
- Flexible and comfortable.
Recommended Waterproof Latex Gardening Gloves - Y003
Waterproof latex gardening gloves. Features a nylon-Kevlar blend liner. Paired with latex coatings.
- Customization services are available.
- A3 cut-resistant rating.
- Breathable and slip-resistant.
- Waterproof and chemical-resistant.
Why Choose Mtide
Mtide is a professional manufacturer in the gardening glove industry. We maintain an extensive network of partners.We are widely recognized within the industry.Our gardening gloves are of superior quality.We select premium raw materials.Combining texture and durability.We focus on details, ensuring gloves conform to hand contours with reinforced fingertips.Comprehensive protection for your gardening safety.
We offer customized production.We can tailor glove specifications to your requirements.Meeting the diverse needs of gardening enthusiasts.We look forward to discussing collaboration opportunities with you.
FAQ
How to choose the right gardening gloves?
Gardening gloves come in various materials.Select based on specific work scenarios.
Cotton gloves are breathable and absorb sweat.Suitable for light-duty tasks like minor construction or planting.Yet, they are prone to tearing from sharp objects.
Rubber gloves are waterproof and stain-resistant.They provide isolation from chemicals.Ideal for fertilizing, watering, and working with moist soil.Avoid prolonged wear.
Leather gloves offer abrasion resistance and puncture protection.Suitable for high-intensity tasks with risks of sharp cuts.They come at a relatively higher price point.
Additionally, consider hand size to ensure a snug fit.
How should gardening gloves be cleaned and maintained after use?
Cleaning and maintenance of gloves should be tailored to their material.
For example, for cotton and nylon gloves, use a soft-bristled brush to remove surface dust and soil.Then soak them in mild detergent.Gently scrub stained areas before rinsing thoroughly with clean water.Avoid using bleach.After washing, do not expose them to direct sunlight.
For rubber gloves, rinse off any residual chemicals with clean water after use.Then place them in a cool, well-ventilated area to air dry.
Leather gloves need application of specialized leather care oil.This maintains their surface softness.
Can gardening gloves effectively protect against pesticides?
Specialized chemical-resistant gloves provide effective protection against pesticides.
For example, gloves made of rubber or nitrile materials can block the chemical components found in most pesticides.They effectively prevent chemical substances from penetrating and contacting the skin.Yet, different glove materials offer varying levels of protection.
Nitrile gloves provide better protection against solvents than standard rubber gloves.When selecting gloves, choose based on the specific chemicals you’ll be handling.Additionally, if gloves become damaged, replace them immediately.This prevents chemicals from seeping through the damaged areas.