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Best Scaffolding Gloves 2024

1 Comment18 January 2024

Scaffolding requires not just grip from your gloves but thermal and waterproof protection too. Below, we've looked at our range of scaffolding gloves to find the Best Scaffolding Gloves for you. Taking into account thermal, waterproof, grip, cuts and more, we've made it sure that you can find the gloves perfect for you.

Scaffolding Workers Face Many Different Threats
Scaffolding workers face many different risks, so choosing the correct glove is key


Below, we've outlined the areas that we are going to cover in this article. Click on the heading below to head on down to the glove of your choice, or scroll down and view each pair in full.


Best All-Round Scaffolding Gloves

Winner: Portwest Cut-Resistant PU Coated Gloves A622G7

Portwest Cut-Resistant PU Coated Gloves A622G7

Why We Love Them...

 Include a highly grippy polyurethane palm coating
 Versatile design protects against cuts
 High abrasion resistance for handling equipment
Good resistance against heat for versatility

Perfect For...

 Handling tools and materials
 Providing the dexterity needed for manual handling
 Working with hot items

Not the Best For...

 Use in cold weather (See our solution)
 Use in wet weather (See our solution)

Editor's Verdict: The Portwest A622G7 Gloves are number one because they provide outstanding protection against abrasion and tears while offering superb grip, meaning that they are well suited to scaffolding tasks. Impressive dexterity ensures total control during use, helping to improve productivity.

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Runner Up: MaxiFlex Ultimate 42-874 Handling Gloves


Best Scaffolding Gloves for Bulk Buying

Winner: Portwest Black PU Palm Gloves A120BK

Portwest Black PU Palm Gloves A120BK

Why We Love Them...

 Cost effective for buying for your workplace
  PU-coated palm ensures grip when needed most
 Seamless design keeps the hands comfortable over extended use
 Suitable for precision handling tasks

Perfect For...

 Extended shifts
 Buying in bulk
 Low risk handling tasks

Not the Best For...

 Use in cold and wet weather (See our solution)
 High cut risk tasks (See our solution)

Editor's Verdict: Low risk, cost-effective, lightweight, grippy and flexible, the Portwest A120BK Gloves are perfect for buying in bulk for your workforce. Simple and affordable, these gloves offer the grip needed for extended tasks.

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Runner Up: TraffiGlove TG1010 Cut Level 1 Classic Safety Gloves


Best Waterproof Gloves for Scaffolding

Winner: Ejendals Tegera 295 Thermal Waterproof Work Gloves

Ejendals Tegera 295 Thermal Waterproof Work Gloves

Why We Love Them...

 Thinsulate lining ensures a completely waterproof lining
 Thermal lining ensures that the hands stay nice and warm
Highly grippy palm ensures control while handling materials
 Highly flexible for precision handling tasks

Perfect For...

 Cold weather scaffolding
 Wet weather scaffolding
 Handling freezing items due to high grip

Not the Best For...

 Cut protection (See our solution)
 Warmer conditions (See our solution)

Editor's View: The Ejendals Tegera 295 Gloves are waterproof and thermal gloves that combine dexterity and grip to ensure total control during a wide range of tasks. The gloves are perfect for wet and cold work, where the waterproof lining can keep the hands dry.

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Runner Up: Ejendals Tegera 517 Thermal Waterproof Gloves


Best Cut-Resistant Gloves for Scaffolding

Winner: TraffiGlove TG5210 Metric Cut Level C Grip Gloves

TraffiGlove TG5210 Metric Cut Level C Grip Gloves

Why We Love Them...

 Cut resistant gloves for handling sharper items
 Ideal for use on sites with sharp materials
 Comfortable nature ideal for extended use
 Special knitwrist prevents debris from entering the gloves

Perfect For...

Tasks requiring protection against cuts
 Extended use on building sites
 High grip for improving productivity

Not the Best For...

 Use in the cold (See our solution)
 Use in the wet (See our solution)

Editor's Verdict: Some tasks in scaffolding require cut resistance as you can come into contact with sharp items and materials. These gloves offer good resistance against cuts, while providing the dexterity needed for most scaffolding tasks.

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Runner Up: MaxiCut Ultra Cut-Resistant Grip Gloves


Best Scaffolding Gloves with High Grip

Winner: Nitrile-Coated Nitrilon NCP Gloves

Nitrile-Coated Nitrilon NCP Gloves

Why We Love Them...

 Extremely high grip thanks to nitrile palm coating
 Lightweight and flexible for ease of use
 Also offer light resistance against water
 Good abrasion resistance ensures durability

Perfect For...

 Handling scaffolding
 Handling slippery items at work
 Extended use at work

Not the Best For...

Use in wet temperatures (See our solution)
 Higher risk workplaces (See our solution)Image Properties

Editor's Verdict: The Nitrile-Coated Nitrilon NCP Gloves offer outstanding grip thanks to the nitrile palm coating that stays grippy even in slightly wet or oil environments. Lightweight and comfortable, these can be used over extended periods while retaining comfort.

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Runner Up: TraffiGlove TG1010 Cut Level 1 Classic Safety Gloves


Best Impact-Resistant Gloves for Scaffolding

Winner: Portwest Anti-Impact Cut Resistant Gloves A722

Portwest Anti-Impact Cut Resistant Gloves A722

Why We Love Them...

 Premium Kevlar lined gloves for impact protection
 Ideal for hammering items
 Latex palm coating offers a superb level of grip
 Comfortable nature ideal for extended use

Perfect For...

 Hammering items with a risk to your fingers
 Extended tasks thanks to comfort
Most scaffolding tasks

Not the Best For...

 Use in cold weather (See our solution)
 Low risk scaffolding tasks (See our solution)

Editor's Verdict: The Portwest Anti-Impact Cut Resistant Gloves use TPR pads to offer superb protection against impact, ensuring protection to the fingers during hammering and more. Comfortable and thick, these gloves offer the grip needed for handling scaffolding.

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Runner Up: Portwest Anti-Impact High Performance Gloves A720


Best Water Resistant Gloves for Scaffolding

Winner: Uvex Unipur 6639 Red PU Coated Safety Gloves

Uvex Unipur 6639 Red PU Coated Safety Gloves

Why We Love Them...

 Highly grippy PU palm even in wet weather
 Can protect against light amounts of oil
 High dexterity ideal for handling jobs
 Good abrasion resistance ensures longevity in your purchase

Perfect For...

 Scaffolding tasks
 Working in damp weather
 Gripping onto scaffolding

Not the Best For...

 Use in cold weather (See our solution)
 Low risk scaffolding tasks (See our solution)

Editor's Verdict: The Uvex 6639 Gloves are ideal for scaffolding tasks after or during light wet weather. They feature a grippy PU coating that offers grip even when handling damp items, while their high dexterity makes them ideal for scaffolding jobs.

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Have you found the glove for you? If not, don't forget to have a browse of our wide range of Scaffolding Work Gloves, where you can narrow down your search to find the perfect glove for you.

If you have anything to add or would like to ask a question, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us, and one of our team will be delighted to help.


Ava0338
01 January 2020  |  12:11

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