Choosing the correct glove and protective equipment reduces injuries, contamination, and unnecessary waste. This guide explains how to select the right material, thickness, fit, and PPE combination for your business.
Strong, chemical-resistant and puncture-resistant, ideal for janitorial, industrial, healthcare, and lab environments where both protection and dexterity matter.
Very comfortable with excellent stretch and touch sensitivity. Suitable where fine dexterity is needed, but not appropriate where latex allergies are a concern.
Economical gloves for light-duty tasks and short-duration use, common in foodservice and low-risk cleaning applications where heavy chemical exposure is not expected.
Designed for warehouse, shop, and industrial tasks where abrasion, impact, or handling rough materials makes disposable gloves insufficient.
Typically 2–3 mil. Suitable for food handling, light cleaning, and quick, low-risk tasks where gloves are changed frequently.
Around 3–5 mil. Often used for general cleaning, maintenance, and janitorial work where durability and flexibility must be balanced.
6 mil and above. Used when there is higher exposure to chemicals, rough surfaces, or sharp edges in industrial and workshop environments.
Rule of thumb:
Frequent, low-risk tasks → lighter gloves
Fewer, higher-risk tasks → thicker gloves
Properly sized gloves improve comfort and reduce tearing. Gloves that are too small can cause fatigue and split more easily; gloves that are too large reduce dexterity and can snag on equipment.
If you are unsure which size and style matches your tasks, Papermake can help you identify the best combination based on job role and environment.
Gloves are one part of a complete PPE program. Matching the right glove with the right supporting PPE improves safety and efficiency.
Papermake offers a complete range of gloves and PPE, organized into clear categories so you can quickly find the right products for your facility.
Disposable gloves for cleaning, foodservice, and general use, plus basic hair restraints for
hygiene-sensitive environments.
Browse Rubber, Latex, Vinyl & Nitrile Gloves »
Head, face, and upper-body protection for food processing, healthcare, and production areas.
Browse Hair Nets, Caps, Aprons, Sleeves & Masks »
Heavy-duty and specialty gloves for industrial, shop, and warehouse environments that need
extra abrasion and impact protection.
Browse Shop & Safety Gloves »
Eye protection and high-visibility gear for facilities, yards, and outdoor work zones.
Browse Safety Glasses & Traffic Vests »
Protective garments for lab, healthcare, and industrial environments where splash or soil
protection is needed.
Browse Jackets, Lab Coats & Aprons »
If you are unsure which gloves or PPE combinations are best for your tasks, Papermake can recommend the right products based on your industry, risk level, and budget.
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