Rubber gloves for cleaning the premises: choice of size and model

Care rules

Disposable products that are used by medical professionals, beauticians, pharmacists are not subject to further use. They are sent for processing.

Reusable household protective equipment can be reused until the surface is damaged. Compliance with the rules allows you to extend the service life:

1. Hands should be washed and dried before use. Dirt and moisture make it difficult to ensure a snug fit.
2. After each use, the steam should be processed and stored.
3. After use, each pair is washed from dirt, turned inside out and dried in a natural way. If they are not dried, then the rubber can become covered with an unpleasant coating from the inside or outside, which will lead to the formation of mold processes.
4. Rubber or nitrile is not dried on the battery, this leads to deformation of the product.
5. To prevent sticking of individual parts of the product, they can be treated with talcum powder or potato starch.

Many manufacturers offer ready-made solutions: they produce gloves in different colors to indicate the type of application. For example, red products are recommended for use in the kitchen, yellow ones for working with soil and flowers, and blue ones for cleaning floors.

The option for combining cotton and latex products involves using two pairs at the same time, provided that the top pair protects from damage, and the bottom, cotton pair is worn for protection from the cold. Such options are in demand when washing windows or when cleaning outside when it's cold.

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Operating tips

Please check your size before purchasing

For the safe use of household gloves, it is recommended to take into account that:

• Rubber models (latex and artificial) cannot protect hands from sharp objects.
• Be careful when washing knives and forks to avoid injury to your hands and to keep your gloves intact.
• When washing fragile objects, it should be borne in mind that tactile sensitivity in products is much lower than without them.
• To prevent the dishes from slipping out of your hands when washing, it is worth choosing gloves with a textured palm and fingers.
• You should not work with technical fluids in household rubber variations. It is worth using specialized protective equipment for such work.
• If, when working with gloves, there is discomfort (they press or slip off), you need to use models of a different size.

Although rubber cleaning gloves are inexpensive, there are a number of tips to help you extend their lifespan:

• After any kind of work, the equipment must be washed with clean running water, without removing it from the hands.
• Dry well or wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth / towel.
• Do not dry or leave gloves on the battery.
• Avoid drying in direct sunlight.
• For girls with a long manicure, you can add a small piece of cotton wool or a cotton pad to each finger of the glove - this will protect the products from breakouts at the fingertips.
• It is necessary to periodically turn the products inside out and sprinkle with talcum powder or baby powder.
• And, of course, it is worth choosing the right size of gloves (usually it is indicated on the packaging, you can check the scale right in the store and determine the exact size). Sometimes the packaging does not indicate the girth of the palm, but its width, in which case you can simply put your palm on the size scale and determine the required size of the product.

For your information. Looking through the ads on the Internet, you will notice that the stores have gloves of all kinds. You can pick up not only comfortable, safe, strong, but also externally attractive models.

Variants with patterns and decorative elements are available, ultra-strong and ultra-thin. Anyone, even the most discerning customer, will be able to find the right gloves for themselves.

Description - what is it, what types are

Cleaners on the street and indoors always remove garbage in PPE

Reliable gloves protect the skin of the hands from harmful effects:

• chemical reagents;
• harsh cleaning agents;
• dust;
• water;
• abrasions, cuts and other injuries to the skin of the hands.

For your information. Such protective equipment is created from a wide variety of bases, which causes a difference in their properties and scope.

Varieties by material of manufacture:

• Vinyl. Obtained by mixing polyvinyl chloride and plasticizing substances. A polyurethane coating is applied from the inside. The technology is complex, but justified: such models are durable, stretch well and can withstand the effects of aggressive oil substances.
• Latex. Extracted from the sap of the rubber tree. However, the rubber itself is not particularly strong (if stretched, it breaks easily). Therefore, products are made from latex - a water dispersion of rubber.
• Nitrile. Obtained as a result of processing petroleum products. It is a new material that is a combination of budatiene and acrylonitrile, which has undergone a polymerization process under production conditions. The reaction results in a nitrile elastomer. The cleaning equipment made of nitrile is distinguished by its greater (in comparison with latex) elasticity, density, qualitatively protects hands from accidental cuts or punctures, and does not cause allergic reactions. Used as an interlayer in snow removal models.

PPE is firmly integrated into everyday life

Vinyls differ:

• ergonomic shape, close to the hand and easily acquire the shape of the hand.
• have a high density, do not stretch, can be easily put on and off;
• hypoallergenic;
• suitable for reuse;
• low cost product.

Features of natural:

• talcum-treated and untreated;
• sterile and non-sterile;
• anatomical and suitable for both hands;
• with relief on the palm and fingers, and smooth;
• with cotton, animal or synthetic lining.

Features of nitrile:

• resistance to punctures and cuts.
• can be used when working with technical fluids (automobile oils, greases and solvents - the Freken model);
• wide scope;
• increased strength;
• hypoallergenic.

For your information. Nitrile rubber gloves for cleaning (the price is the highest of those listed) are unprofitable.

Criterias of choice

It is necessary to select PPE by size

All works can be divided into three subgroups:

• Household. Washing dishes, taking care of house plants, with cleaning agents that are caustic or alkaline.
• Work on the personal plot.
• Industrial. Electrical work, painting, exposure to technical fluids.

Important! For work with electric current, special dielectric gloves are used, and they are usually worn over cotton ones. You also need to take into account personal characteristics - people with allergies should not buy modifications from natural rubber

It's better to overpay a little, but keep health

You also need to take into account personal characteristics - people with allergies should not buy modifications from natural rubber. Better to overpay a little, but keep your health.

Another point - for working with deep containers (buckets, tanks or for cleaning the toilet), it is better to choose gloves with an elongated arm to protect against the ingress of water with the cleaning agent inside.

It is recommended that you have a separate pair of gloves for every type of household work (washing the dishes, cleaning the bathroom or gardening). You can buy options in different colors so that you can easily determine what a particular pair is for.

Usually, manufacturers indicate the size grid directly on the pack. The correct size of gloves is the key to ease of use and wearing comfort. Four main parameters are most often presented on sale:

• S - suitable for people with a small palm (girth without thumb 17.5-19 cm).
• M - for a medium hand (19-20.5 cm).
• L - for those with a large palm (20.5-22 cm).
• XL - for people with a large hand (from 22 to 23.5 cm).

For your information. However, in specialized hardware stores you can find XXL gloves (23.5–25 cm).

What are they made of

Gloves are made from a variety of materials.

Household rubber gloves: technical characteristics

Gloves made of natural rubber - latex. Indispensable when you need increased sensitivity of the fingers when performing work, as well as protection against contamination of the skin of the hands and exposure to the aggressive environment of household chemicals and constant contact with water.

Advantages:

• thin and light, do not weigh down the hand, while maintaining the sensitivity of the fingers;
• resistant to tearing under tension, stretch well;
• in case of punctures or cuts, the place of damage does not creep away, making it possible to complete the work with minimal damage to the hands;
• perfectly protect the skin of hands and nails from pollution.

Main disadvantages:

• not resistant to cuts / punctures, and therefore their service life can be reduced to one day;
• poorly resistant to highly concentrated chemicals;
• may be uncomfortable to use if the size is incorrect: pinch the vessels, contribute to the occurrence of edema;

They are used for wet cleaning at home, washing dishes (fruits and vegetables), can protect hands when carrying out paintwork, are useful when working with glass or ceramics that require high tactile sensitivity.

Latex Household Gloves

Artificial rubber - nitrile, vinyl. Due to the addition of artificial fibers to the composition, such gloves acquire greater wear resistance, increased resistance to mechanical damage.

Advantages of nitrile and vinyl gloves:

• resistant to aggressive chemicals;
• greater resistance to punctures / cuts in comparison with latex;
• less slippery than latex ones, especially when additional relief is applied to the palmar part.

Main disadvantages:

• in case of mechanical damage, the puncture or rupture site creeps up;
• sit on the arm more freely, while losing tactile sensitivity;
• they do not stretch well, they break easily with diligent pulling.

They are used in cleaning sanitary rooms, cleaning tiles, taps, plumbing; cleaning of common areas in institutions; it is possible to use it when carrying out gardening works: transplanting plants, harvesting; spraying seedlings, etc.

Note! All types of rubber gloves can cause allergic reactions, as they are quite tight on the hands, and also do not allow air to pass through, preventing the skin of the hands from breathing. In these conditions, there is a high risk of allergies, prickly heat, skin irritations in especially sensitive people.

Rubber gloves for cleaning

Household textile: technical characteristics

Textile gloves: knitted and cotton. Produced from cotton threads of various thicknesses and quantities. Their wear resistance and their field of application depend on the knitting class:

7th class of knitting: rough work, high importance of protection from mechanical damage;
10th grade: work with high tactile sensitivity (assembly, small fasteners);
13th grade: high-precision work (electronics, jewelry).

Knitted mittens of the 7th class are often equipped with a point or continuous polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coating, which increases the number of useful performance characteristics.

Advantages of PVC knitted gloves:

• resistant to mechanical damage (especially with continuous PVC spraying);
• have a high tenacity with inventory;
• ensure the supply of oxygen to the skin of the hands;
• wide functionality due to the PVC coating, which increases the protective properties.

Main disadvantages:

• not designed to protect hands from water;
• in the absence of PVC spraying, they lose most of their protective properties.

The scope of application of textile mittens is great: carpentry, horticultural work; warehouse, loading work, packing, cosmetology, auto mechanics, installation and various types of work in production.

Manufacturing materials

The outer part of the glove is made of rubber or latex. It is a natural material that is used to make surgical and examination gloves. Recently, there has been a growing trend to use thin latex gloves when preparing food. Benefits of latex products:

• stretch well;
• the reduced density of the material retains tactile sensitivity;
• resistant to tearing under strong tension.

Industrial products are also made of artificial materials of increased strength: nitrile or vinyl.

Nitrile is an artificially synthesized rubber. Nitrile is a denser and more resistant material than latex. The main qualities of nitrile:

• hypoallergenic;
• increased strength;
• the ability to grasp and hold objects tightly;
• ability to withstand elevated temperatures.

The disadvantage of nitrile products is called reduced tactile sensitivity, which is manifested due to the high strength of the product. Nitrile disposable gloves as well as nitrile coated nylon products can be found on the market.

Neoprene is another type of synthetic resin that is often referred to as "foam rubber". Characteristics of neoprene products:

• often used for medical purposes;
• have an anatomical shape, divided into right and left hand;
• equipped with a textured insert on the surface.

Household protection products are made of special knit knitwear. The strength of such products is not great, but they have different qualities. Knitted gloves are included in the group of rubber-type household personal protective equipment due to the fact that rubber dots are applied on the surface of the palm that grips the object. There are several types of application: Christmas trees, dots, bricks. There are jersey products with full latex palm coverage.

Rubber helps to retain moisture inside the product, does not allow air to pass through and promotes the formation of condensation. To make working in latex gloves more comfortable, cotton spraying is made inside the product. It absorbs excess moisture and also holds the latex on your hand. The gasket reduces tactile sensitivity, products with internal spray are thicker in density, they are not suitable for medical purposes, and are not purchased for cosmetic or pharmaceutical purposes.

Latex Models

Latex modifications are irreplaceable in medicine

Models made of natural rubber (latex) are obtained by adding plasticizers to the sap of a rubber tree. Such products are distinguished by the following characteristics: you practically do not feel them on your hands due to their thinness and tightness, and retain high tactile sensitivity of the fingers.

Another advantage of natural gloves is their ability to stretch, even if mechanical damage (holes) appears, the material will not "creep" further until the product is stretched to the maximum level at the point of the hole.

Cons of latex:

• do not withstand contact with aggressive alkaline and acidic cleaning agents;
• they are easy to cut and pierce;
• cannot be reused;
• can cause severe allergic reactions.

The scope of application of latex gloves is extensive. They are used for household needs, food preparation, surgery and purchased for medical institutions. They are used as protective agents for cleaning ladies and are usually made from 1-2-layer latex.

To reduce slipping, manufacturers add embossed patterns on them in the palm and fingers area. They can also be used for housework with the ground: transplanting flowers or seedlings. Latex models are indispensable for all types of medical procedures, since they retain the sensitivity of the fingers. Sterile, suitable for "delicate" operations, withstand disinfection treatment.

Attention! Latex modifications are not suitable for work with aggressive acids and alkalis, as well as for electrical work

Household gloves care

Reusable household gloves last 1-12 months without losing their performance. Improper use and care violations reduce this period significantly. The main principles of care:

• Upon completion of work, the gloves should be rinsed, rinse off large particles of dirt. Then it is recommended to hand wash in soapy water up to 40 degrees. Further dry thoroughly. It is allowed to dry on batteries, placing the gloves with the fabric side on the radiator (if there is a PVC coating on the palms). Special storage conditions are not required except for low humidity.
• At the end of use, rinse rubber gloves on both sides with cool water, shake off and dry. After drying, treat with talcum powder. Store treated gloves in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight, preferably hanging on wooden / plastic clothespins with your fingers up.

Important! Do not dry rubber gloves on radiators or other heating devices. Potato and corn starch can be used for powder processing. The thinner the gloves, the more they need to be treated with starch or talcum powder, this procedure prevents the gloves from sticking together during long-term storage

The thinner the gloves, the more they need to be treated with starch or talcum powder, this procedure prevents the gloves from sticking together during long-term storage

For powder processing, you can use potato and corn starch. The thinner the gloves, the more they need to be treated with starch or talcum powder, this procedure prevents the gloves from sticking together during long-term storage.

Thus, in the daily care of the house, garden and vegetable garden, each of the considered types of household gloves can be useful. The modern assortment of technical characteristics and designs of gloves will satisfy any customer's request.

Recommendations for use

There are some rules for using this household item.

• Wear on clean, dry hands.
• Manufacturers offer many colors: yellow, red, blue and others. For example, red household gloves can be used for cleaning plumbing; blue - for tiles; yellow - for washing dishes.
• Reuse of disposable gloves is not recommended, even if there is no mechanical damage.
• The most anti-allergenic gloves are textile gloves: knitted and cotton.
• Cotton can be used in combination with any rubber. Such combinations are useful for cleaning windows in the cold season and gardening in the spring and autumn.
• It is recommended to use gloves with corrugated (rubber) and spot / continuous dusting (textile) for better hand grip with tools, utensils, and garden tools.
• Gloves must be cleaned after each use and stored properly.

Size selection

Household mittens differ not only in the material of manufacture, but also in the size of the palm, and different length of the cuff. The size of the palm is usually assumed in the size range: S, M, L, XL and sometimes XXL. Most manufacturers offer on the back of the packaging a scheme for determining the appropriate size for the customer. As for all textile gloves, according to GOST, manufacturers try to produce them in a universal size that suits any hand.

When choosing your size, you can be guided by the Russian table of sizes of mittens with marking according to the width of the palm (link 1).

Advice! The product should be easy enough to put on and take off, not to squeeze your fingers, not to fit like a second skin.

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