Kitchen GardenFebruary 2016Product Reviews - Gardening Gloves
Waterproof Latex Gloves - These Showa 306 fully coated latex grip gloves are breathable and water repellent. They are manufactured using an ergonomically designed hand mould to reduce hand fatique. Available in three sizes - medium, large and extra large.
KG Verdict - With all-round water resistance and a good grip, these gloves were easy to slip on and comfortable to wear. A good choice for a range of light duty gardening tasks.
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Our Verdict: I wore these gloves while carrying out a number of typical winter tasks in the garden, after heavy rain the day before. I picked up split compost, moved piles of fallen leaves, cleaned up borders, cut back branches and pulled a clematis out of a tree top. The gloves were well cushioned and gave a good grip, especially for jobs such as pulling down clematis. This can feel like rope as you pull it out one tangled strand at a time, but the gloves kept my hands well protected. My hands also remained warm and dry. I would normally expect gardening gloves to let some moisture through, especially from soggy leaves and soil, but the elasticated cuffs didn't let in any drips. I found the only slight disappointment was that they were not entirely breathable, and by the end of the day my hands were clammy. However, this was not enough to put me off using these gloves again for winter. - Adele Dyer, Senior Researcher
