Work gloves have come a long way since the start of the century. New technology has changed the way that we protect our hands, and as technology has progressed, there have been significant changes in the materials that we use to protect our hands too. Work gloves generally consist of a flexible liner with either a palm, 3/4 or full glove coating that protects the hands against things like water, oil, abrasion, cuts, and heat.

If you’re looking for a glove coating that’s extremely flexible, relatively inexpensive, and has a low particulate shed, polyurethane Palm-coated work gloves (PU) gloves are a good choice. While not the most durable coating, polyurethane will provide a phenomenal grip without ever feeling sticky. Unlike nitrile glove coatings, synthetic polyurethane offers a high level of breathability along with dexterity. This sort of coating will enhance puncture resistance while maintaining the ever-important tactile sensitivity. A polyurethane coating will help you to maintain the necessary dexterity you need when performing fine motor tasks and this type of coating offers a more “bare hand” grip because the coating has a tacky feeling which would be appropriate which works excellent for dry conditions but not well in wet or oily conditions.