One of the most important elements that every good gardener should have among his work tools is a good pair of gloves, robust and suitable for the tasks to be carried out.
From handling rose bushes to tilling the land with tools, it is important to take care of our hands because beyond the elements that we use outside doors, they are the main tool and if they are damaged we may not be able to manipulate the plants, flowers and shrubs.
What to keep in mind
Perhaps because it is such a basic element, many people do not take into account that when it comes to buy gardening gloves you have to take into account some requirements. The first thing to know is that there are gloves specially designed for this type of task, so you should choose ones that are gardening because if you opt for models of another size, your hands will not be protected. Unlike them, the gardening ones are robust despite the fact that they can be manufactured in different materials.
Let's see the most frequent:
- You can choose leather gloves, a guarantee in your hands because they are the most used because this material it will prevent them from coming into contact with thorns or from being cut with sharp edges or injured by branches and else. There are different versions, from those that are entirely made of leather to some models made of cotton and with the palm area in leather. I recommend the first ones because although heavier they insulate the hands better.
- Another alternative is to opt for some plastic gardening gloves, especially in cases where you know that you will perform tasks that require dexterity with your fingers or fine work. These gloves are not only soft but ergonomic and also weigh very little. They are widely used to work with the land Although not highly recommended if you use tools or if you carry out pruning or stronger work because even though they are waterproof, the hands are more exposed. Of course, they are an excellent option when using chemical products. There are non-slip plastic gloves that have a textured surface and the classic latex ones.
A third alternative
When the budget is not enough to use gardening gloves, you can opt for some ordinary plastic gloves which are very similar to cleaning machines although much longer and that is how they will protect you more effectively. It is not the ideal option but it will work for you if it is to perform simple tasks such as removing the soil or cleaning the plants.