How to choose gloves for the garden and vegetable garden

Thick trimming gloves

If there are a lot of trees and shrubs on the site, then in the spring and autumn you have to spend the lion's share of your time on pruning. This procedure requires not only a certain amount of equipment, but also the correct equipment. When working with branches, it is very easy to injure yourself, especially when it comes to carrying out the procedure on thorny bushes.

To protect your hands from abrasions and scratches, it will be useful to get extra durable gloves. They can be made from a wide variety of materials and combinations, from cotton and microfiber to imitation leather, textiles and polyester.

Such gloves serve for many years, so their choice should be taken responsibly. They must be, on the one hand, very tight in order to protect hands from mechanical damage, and on the other hand, comfortable enough to be able to work with branches and tools. Therefore, gloves for trimming must be measured before purchasing.

Types of modern gardening gloves

Spring encourages gardeners and gardeners to think and plan what and where to plant. And this is the time to purchase the necessary planting material, tools and personal protective equipment. The main human tool deserves special attention: hands.

Gloves for various purposes have long been used to protect hands. You have probably noticed that this product can be different, gloves have different prices, are made from different threads and differ in external design and colors. Having come to the market, you can get confused: what gloves to choose so that it is comfortable, they do not deteriorate quickly and were used for their intended purpose.

What types of modern work gloves we most often meet:

• Knitted garden gloves - made from natural threads, a pattern or PVC is applied to the palm. Without PVC application, can be used as a lining for thicker work gloves. Such gloves do not cause allergic reactions on the skin, provide excellent air exchange, even in the heat, hands do not sweat, but do not protect the skin from moisture.
• Universal split split gloves: a combination of cotton material and leather inserts. In the structure, split is the inner layer of the skin of cattle, obtained as a result of cleavage of the skin, acquires resistance to tears and punctures.
• Leggings, there are suede and smooth leather, short and long. These gloves are convenient for pruning roses and other thorny bushes. Made of cowhide leather, heat resistant.
• Rubber gloves: Waterproof, but not always suitable for gardening and cottage use. For this, it is better to use knitted gloves with a protective coating.

Cotton

In other words, these are knitted gloves. They are literally irreplaceable when working with equipment and garden tools. In recent years, they have been supplied with a filling protector in the form of dots, which is very convenient if you have a shovel or a rake in your hand. And they will also save your hand from calluses when digging up a plot or planting potatoes.

But these products also have their drawbacks. They quickly get dirty and wet. Sometimes even to the point that you have to throw them away.

But savvy gardeners found a way out, using both latex and cotton gloves. It helps a lot in rainy weather.

There are many manufacturers of such products, several branded ones can be cited:

German-made gloves, porous, strong, but many are scared off by the price - from 100 rubles per pair.

Pink - increased strength, finish and color allow you to go even for a walk, but also the cost - from 400 rubles per pair.

ArtMaster

Polish white cotton jersey gloves with rubber dots, inexpensive (40 rubles), but not very durable either.

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What gloves do you prefer to use for summer cottages?

LatexCotton

Nitrile coated protective gloves

Many people are attracted by work gloves with polymer, latex or PVC coating. They are produced in different colors, the cost depends on the manufacturer and the main material:

1. Based on nylon

2. On the basis of jersey.

And when the glove is knitted from nylon, nitrile is applied completely to the hand by the hand or partially, for example, only the palm and fingertips are covered. Such models differ not only in cost, but most importantly, in purpose.

On a natural basis, it is recommended to choose people prone to allergic reactions. Such models do not cause discomfort, they sit nicely on the hand and promote air exchange. These gloves are especially useful when working in the garden during the hot season.

Protective glove with nitrile applied all over the hand, perfectly protects against moisture, greasy solutions and toxic poisonous drugs.

If you don't need such powerful protection and you like your hands to breathe, choose a light option where protection is in harmony with breathability:.

How to choose wisely

Those who work on the land will agree: there are never too many gloves. They are constantly needed, while some are drying, it is necessary to use others, and during the season you use more than one pair. Work gloves are suitable for different jobs, how to choose purposefully?

· With polymer or nitrile coating: great for demi-season use, when you have to plant seedlings, spray trees with chemicals, remove leaves, and also such a coating will also provide protection from the wind and it is really warmer in them when the weather is not yet sunny.

HB gloves: they quickly fail, but it is convenient to weed in them, break through the grass, run away from calluses and abrasions, but they do not protect hands from moisture. In the summer there is no discomfort for the skin.

· Knitted gloves with PVC dot: suitable for both summer and autumn, no moisture resistance, but good air exchange. If you work in them in mud, your hands can get smeared.

So, how to choose the right size for work gloves:

The size of work gloves (corresponds to the girth

hands in inches): 6 - (S), 7 - (M), 8 - (L), 9 - (XL), 10 - (XXL) and 11 - (XXXL)

Hand girth:

6 - (S) - 152 mm

7 - (M) - 178 mm

8 - (L) - 203 mm

9 - (XL) - 229 mm

10 - (XXL) - 254 mm

11 - (XXXL) - 279 mm

Hand length, mm:

6 - (S) - 160

7 - (M) - 171

8 - (L) - 182

9 - (XL) - 192

10 - (XXL) - 204

11 - (XXXL) - 215

A large selection of work gloves for the garden, vegetable garden or cottage, you can find at:

Popular brands

Today, a wide range of gardening gloves is presented on the consumer market, as well as many manufacturers. How, among all the variety, to choose a good one? In order to somehow simplify your choice, we want to offer several of the most popular brands that make strong and durable gloves.

Fiskars. The company's products are characterized by durability, excellent protective functions and durability. It is also worth noting that Fiskars gloves, with the right size choice, perfectly fit the hand, do not hinder movement and allow the skin to breathe. They do not break even in conditions of difficult, long and exhausting work in the garden, in the garden, and, of course, with roses. For the manufacture of garden gloves, the manufacturer uses only modern, high-quality and safe materials. The Fiskars 1003478 and 160004 models are in demand with the consumer.On the official website of the manufacturer, you can familiarize yourself with the entire range, pick up gloves for any type of work and season.

From nitrile

These gloves are very similar to latex gloves, but have their own characteristics:

• they are much stronger, which allows them to be used during carpentry and locksmith work, and not only in the garden;
• nitrile does not cause allergies.

At the same time, nitrile is much denser than latex, the sensitivity of hands in such gloves is noticeably reduced. You can't work with seeds in them, but weeding a bed with thorny weeds is just right.

Both latex and nitrile gloves are breathable. Therefore, hands often sweat in them. This should be considered for people prone to dermatological reactions.

There is no need to purchase frankly cheap products. There is little latex or nitrile in them, and additives and substitutes make them similar to paper ones in strength and elasticity.

The list of the best such gloves according to users:

AVIORA

They are suitable for any type of work on the site and at home, reliably protect from an aggressive environment, manufacturers claim that these products do not cause allergies, the disadvantages include the relatively high cost - about 800 rubles per package (100 pcs).

They are especially good for repair work, but sometimes they break when removed.

Paclan

They differ in an inexpensive price, they are declared as disposable, but are quite suitable for further use, but their strength is low, but the price is also the same (250 rubles per package).

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Specifications

Although garden attributes are a necessary tool for a summer cottage, their strength does not always meet expectations. Nitrile and cloth are very easily torn and deteriorate over time. In addition, in the second case, they very easily let water through. Gardening gloves are not durable.

Gardening gloves for women have protection against nail damage

Important! Garden gloves made of cloth for women have protection against nail damage. Gloves used for summer cottages made of polyester are very uncomfortable, as the fabric constantly slips and wipes

Gloves used for summer cottages, made of polyester, are very uncomfortable, as the fabric constantly slips and wipes.

In the case of modern design and the use of hard claws, you can replace with mittens and some tools, for example, you can safely loosen the soil. This type is wear-resistant, since it is made of solid material.

Gloves, which are used for the garden, help rid the wearer of dirt on his hands. Every gardener knows that, for example, a rose has sharp thorns, and the dense fabric of the attribute protects the hands from pricks. And for transplanting plants or trees, you must use an attribute made of thin material. O

However, there is a minus in using them - the hands simply cannot breathe and begin to sweat. In this case, all actions will have to be stopped indefinitely.

Important! It is necessary to choose a product for hands from a solid material, but it should be comfortable. In the best case, you need to purchase several pairs of different materials.

Choosing gloves for rough work with roses

For rough work with roses, split leather gloves or made of very tightly woven polyester are most suitable

You can pay attention to the following trademarks:

Trademark	Description	Average price, rub.
"Esschert Design"	Very durable and thick gardening gloves made in the Netherlands, made of cotton and polyester. Has an elastic band-interception across the palm, for additional fixation, and an elongated cuff. The material does not stretch, therefore, a selection according to the size of the hand is required.	980
"Pattera"	Reinforced gloves with a low cuff, for working in durable clothes with long sleeves.Advantage - increased strength of the palm part, made of whole cowhide (not split).	180
"BRIERS"	Durable gloves made of synthetic leather, microfiber and cotton. Sit comfortably on the hand, thanks to the grip elastic on the back of the hand. The height of the cuff is up to the middle of the forearm. Smart "feminine" design. Long lasting.	2000
"Gardena for the care of shrubs"	Gloves made of very durable textile, reinforced with stitching on the palm part. They have a high cuff, additionally fixed with a strap on the forearm. The material breathes well. Gloves with a high cuff are especially useful for trimming during the warm season, when hands are not well protected by clothing.	1100

Durable gloves for rough work, of course, reduce sensitivity and fine motor skills, but allow the rose grower to do without cuts and punctures.

Colored and "fun" gloves

A secure grip on objects eliminates hoes, rakes or hand tools. Many gardeners note that gloves have increased abrasion resistance, so they can be effectively used for a long period of time.

Polyurethane-coated garden gloves protect hands from thermal, mechanical and physical stress. The coloring of the gloves is very bright, there are models with flowers, emoticons, stars and even kisses. This design not only allows you to look stylish, but also cheers you up. Working in the garden becomes more fun!

Glove requirements for rough work with roses

The presence of various additions can make the gloves more functional.

Difficult work with roses requires more reliable hand protection, and gloves must meet the following conditions:

• have increased strength to protect against tearing;
• have increased resistance to puncture with thorns;
• do not allow the skin to feel good objects;
• have an elongated cuff to protect not only the hands, but also the forearm.

It is desirable that such reinforced gloves are breathable as well, since trimming work usually takes a long time. They can also be equipped with fingertips to painlessly spread the intertwined shoots of the rose.

Latex gloves

Latex is a thin elastic material that is made from rubber juice in combination with other components that increase its strength. Latex gloves are used not only in household work, but in medicine, including during surgical operations, ensuring sterility.

This material has enough advantages:

• such gloves retain the sensitivity of the hands, this is especially important during work with seedlings or seeds;
• latex is resistant to acid and alkaline environments, therefore, in such gloves you can work with chemical compounds;

they do not cause discomfort, since they preserve the motor functions of the fingers as much as possible;
latex protects hands from the penetration of pathogenic microflora, this is especially important when you have to work with raw water.

However, this type of gloves has its drawbacks:

• in some people, latex can cause severe allergic reactions;
• with prolonged exposure to toxins and oils, these gloves can break down.

Despite this, gloves made of such material today are a must-have for every gardener.

Of course, they are also susceptible to destruction under mechanical action, but here a certain degree of caution must be observed. But if we take into account the relatively low price of the product, it remains only to praise such gloves.

You can buy them not only in hardware stores, but also in any pharmacy.

Expert opinion
Dmitry Levin

There are also gloves made of thick latex, they are less plastic, but they can be used for household work without fear of gusts or punctures.

Decent offers:

Inexpensive (no more than 100 rubles per package), compact, however, they have micro-holes.

Durable, with an elongated cuff, the only drawback is that they cost 2 times more, or even more.

Montana (L&G VERTRIEBS GmbH)

Gloves are black, durable, reliable, but cost 10 rubles per item.

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Leather

Long-lasting option. But also high cost. You can use just ordinary old ones, they can be found in every house, but there are also special garden ones.

In leather gardening gloves, the back of the palm is covered with just a thick cloth, and the palm itself and fingers are covered with skin.

Such products help out when working with thorny bushes or collecting, for example, hawthorn, where there are many thorns.

Split gloves are considered a special variety. They are made from pigskin or cattle processed using a special technology. Products are particularly durable and moisture resistant.

Interesting suggestions:

GOLD LEAF "TOUGH TOUCH"

Gloves are positioned as products for pruning roses, manufacturer Great Britain, but the price there for many gardeners is exorbitant - over 2,000 rubles;

Elite (Germany)

Split-type, especially suitable for working with hard and sharp objects, because they do not wear out and do not pierce, they already cost from 1,000 rubles;

Truper

Made of leather completely, cost from 950 rubles.

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Species overview

Considering the fact that the demand for summer cottages is quite large today, manufacturers produce different types of this attribute. Of course, the main difference between all such products is the material of manufacture. Based on this criterion, all gardening gloves are divided into several categories.

Thin latex

They are made from a material that is resistant to alkaline and acidic substances. They are safe for the skin of the hands. With these gloves, you can do light, simple work, for example, sorting out seeds or planting seedlings. Mechanical and complex operations cannot be performed in them, since their strength is insufficient. They are cheap, but unfortunately they can cause allergic reactions.

Thin nitrile

They are very similar in performance to latex gloves. The only difference between nitrile coated gloves is density and resistance. They are designed to perform various types of work. They do not provoke an allergic reaction.

Split

This type of gloves is made from pigskin or any cattle. They are durable, wear-resistant, comfortable, well protect the skin of the hands from various types of damage. And also split-leather garden gloves are characterized by such characteristics as heat resistance and moisture resistance. They are ideal for pruning shrubs, roses or other thorny plants.

Cotton

These gloves are most often used during planting or harvesting. It is very convenient to work in them on the ground. They are quite dense and prevent calluses on the hands. Of course, they do not guarantee maximum protection against dirt on your hands, moisture resistance and they are not at the highest level, but this model is inexpensive and affordable.

If you prefer to work in them, in order to protect your hands from injury, you need to wear another one under them, for example, latex or nitrile.

Douche

This is one of the newest models based on cotton gloves. They differ in the presence of a latex coating or PVC spraying.The doused gloves are very dense, prevent dirt and moisture from getting on your hands. But this accessory has one significant drawback - hands in them sweat very quickly, it becomes inconvenient to work.

Leather

Some of the most durable and reliable, but also expensive. It is ideal for working with roses, gooseberries, blackberries and other thorny plants. In most cases, such models are made combined, that is, not completely leather. Any fabric of high density is used for sewing cuffs, but leather is used for fingers and palms.

Condensed (for trimming)

For working with thorny bushes, it is best to purchase thick and long gloves that will provide maximum protection for your hands from cuts and scrapes. For the manufacture of such models, different materials can be used - cotton, microfiber, artificial leather, polyester or textiles.

Clawed

They are in great demand among summer residents. Such gloves can fully replace some garden tools, for example, a small rake for a flower bed.

The model is equipped with durable tips in the finger area.

Knitted rubber

By themselves, models made of rubber or jersey are not very in demand. Therefore, the manufacturers decided to combine these two materials and create a high-quality and reliable product. This is a knitted model with a rubber layer. The skin of the hands in such gloves "breathes", does not sweat, and is protected from contamination. It is convenient to work in them.

Insulated

This accessory is perfect for outdoor work in cool weather. Wool, pile, muton, fur or synthetic filler are used as insulation. They are characterized by the presence of PVC inserts and silicone pads.

In addition to the above types of gardening gloves, there are many others. They are all different, but you need to understand that the better the material of manufacture, the more durable the product.

Gardena line products

Gardena gloves are very popular with summer residents.

Gardena gloves deserve a separate discussion.

There are several varieties:

• garden - in this model, the combined fabric retains the sensitivity of the hands and reliably protects them;
• gloves for working with soil are reliably protected from dirt and chemicals;
• waterproof ones have two layers: the upper one is made of latex, the inner one is made of cotton;

• workers are especially popular with men because of their strength;
• shrub grooming gloves protected by synthetic leather.

As you can see, the Gardena line combines the advantages of all varieties of gardening gloves mentioned above. At the same time, high quality is maintained.

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It remains to add that the good old rubber and canvas mittens do not disappear from the arsenal of summer residents. Most people prefer to have models of different types, since each version of summer gloves has both pros and cons. But one thing is certain: you cannot do without them in the garden and in the garden.

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