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Professionals who work with their hands know exactly what type and even brand of gloves works best for their needs, and they insist on owning and wearing them. Non-professionals tend to buy and wear whatever gloves they find labeled suitable for a certain type of work at their hardware or home goods store.

Unfortunately, these “generic” types of gloves are the ones most people use for everything from gardening to mechanical repairs. Professional grade gloves like Ansell Hyflex gloves are far superior in terms of comfort, durability, safety and performance compared to cheaper varieties available at big box retail stores. You may be surprised to learn, quality name brand gloves are also much more cost effective purchases in the long run.

You can select, purchase and own a great pair of work gloves that will perform exceptionally well, fit comfortably and last long-term. The following 3 easy steps outline exactly how to do it.

1. Identify the exact type of glove you need.

Do you need gloves that offer protection against oil? Is abrasion or cut-resistance important in the work you’ll do? Maybe you just want a good, all-purpose pair of work gloves that will stand up to multiple types of tasks without tearing, fraying or falling apart.

2. Compare professional grade glove brands.

Go to quality hardware stores and try on many different brands of the type of gloves you need. If there’s a knowledgeable salesperson around, ask about the pros and cons of each brand. Try on Ansell HyFlex gloves, then compare them to Towa and G-Tek varieties. Pick out the brand you like the best and identify the right size for your hands.

3. Shop around for the best prices.

Once you know exactly what brand, type and size of gloves you need, go online and comparison shop retailers who stock them. Pay attention to not only the cost of the gloves, but shipping fees, too. Find a retailer who offers a competitive price and also offers quality customer service, such as an easy return policy just in case something goes wrong with your purchase.

Avoid being distracted by other brands or types of gloves while browsing the Internet. Stick with the decision you already made so you’ll know exactly what you’re getting when you buy.

Once you’ve purchased your new gloves, make sure you care for them properly. Follow cleaning instructions and usage guidelines. Whatever type of work you do, you can look forward to owning a great pair of comfortable work gloves long term.

Best Value Supply Inc. is your one stop resource for safety supplies, janitorial supplies and more. From oil spill kits to cut resistant gloves and E-A-R plugs, we’ve got your business covered. If you’re looking for a “direct to you” discount supply store, visit us at BestValSup.com.