Gloves - Wash & Care

Step 1 - Prep

  • Undo all buttons, Velcro and buckles
  • Shake off any surface dirt
  • Wipe clean with a damp microfiber cloth
  • Dissolve 1 cap of detergent in a bucket of water, per pair of gloves
  • Soak for at least 30 minutes
  • Avoid hot water. Test with your fingers first. If it’s too hot for your fingers, it's too hot for your gear.

Step 2 - Which Detergent?

  • Use (in order of preference)
    • Purpose-made tech-wash
    • Neutral unscented liquid detergent
    • Woolen liquid detergent
    • Baby shampoo
  • Completely Avoid
    • Any type of granular powder detergent
    • Any type of heavily scented liquid detergent

    Step 3 - Wash and Rinse

    • Wear the gloves and dip your hands in the bucket
    • As if you’re washing your hands, scrub the gloves together
    • Focus on spots with grease and grime
    • Repeat until clean
    • Rinse multiple times until free of detergent
    • Avoid using hard, abrasive brushes. Use a soft brush if required

    Step 4 – Flat Dry

    • Lay the gloves flat over a towel, in a well ventilated area.
    • For leather gloves, during the drying process, put the gloves on at regular intervals, and flex your fingers and wrists.
    • This is important for leather gloves to retain the shape and fit of your hands.
    • Do not hang dry. Do not expose to direct sunlight while drying.

    Step 5 - Condition

    • Once completely dry, gently rub leather conditioner over leather panels
    • Lay flat over a towel to allow the leather to absorb the conditioner
    • Repeat as required. Wipe off any excess conditioner with a microfiber cloth.
    • Skip this step for textile or mesh gloves/panels

    Step 6 - Storage

    • Store in a cool dry ventilated place, away from direct sunlight.
    • Do not store while damp or wet. Dry completely before storage.
    • Clean thoroughly before long-term storage.