Summer is the season of barbecues, and if you’re passionate about outdoor grilling, you know how important it is to have the right tools, especially gloves, to ensure cooking in a safe environment.
Heat-resistant BBQ gloves are one of the essential accessories for protecting yourself while cooking food, but choosing among a sea of options is not always easy.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the ideal gloves for your barbecues, but once you have evaluated all these factors, you will be ready to purchase a quality product that meets your needs.
Heat resistance of BBQ gloves
A crucial factor to consider when choosing BBQ gloves is their heat resistance. During barbecue cooking, high temperatures can be dangerous for your hands.
Make sure that the gloves you are considering are made of heat-resistant materials that can protect you from burns. Materials like silicon are known for their heat resistance and can be excellent allies during your grilling sessions; heat-resistant split leather gloves, siliconized aramid gloves, and partially aluminum-coated gloves also provide ideal performance for BBQ cooking.
Fit and comfort of grilling gloves
In addition to heat resistance, it is essential that BBQ gloves offer a good fit and a high level of comfort: you should be able to move your hands freely and easily grasp barbecue utensils.
Look for gloves that fit your hands well without being too tight or too loose. Opt for models with a cotton lining or breathable fabric to reduce sweating and increase comfort.
Ease of cleaning for your BBQ gloves
During the grilling process, it is likely that gloves will get dirty with grease, sauces, and other food residues, and each material has different cleaning methods.
Some models are not washable, while others (like Silitherm Cook) can be hand washed. Check the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure that you can keep your gloves clean and ready for use.
Durability over time
In choosing your ideal barbecue glove, you will also need to consider the expected durability of the product. Are you looking for a classic household glove, or do you prefer an accessory that can be “faithful” to you for a long time?
The choice of material, for example, is important to ensure that your glove can withstand wear and frequent use.
BBQ gloves: the Coval product line
We can offer you a solution for your barbecues: our Silitherm Cook product line also includes heat-resistant gloves designed for cooking. In particular, the 5-finger glove S2XKS/25 is well suited for barbecuing.
Capable of withstanding contact temperatures up to 350°C, Silitherm Cook gloves have internal reinforcement on the palm and fingers to eliminate the risk of burns.
The glove is washable: being silicone-coated, simply rinse it on the outside, and it’s ready to be reused. Additionally, it is suitable for direct contact with food and does not absorb grease.
For more information about the Silitherm Cook line, you can revisit our introduction article here.
In addition to Silitherm Cook, we also offer other types of gloves, such as SCTKA heat-resistant gloves and 42VB/15 gloves. Do you also need a heat-resistant apron? Our aluminum-coated LKA apron might be just what you need.
