Chances are you own at least one pair of gardening gloves, if you like to garden.You may be dealing with sharp thorns or poisonous chemicals if you work in the dirt.Your gardening gloves can get dirty in a hurry because they do the tough job of protecting your hands.You want to keep your gloves clean so they give you effective protection.It's important to understand how to care for the particular type of gloves that you own because you can't clean all materials the same way.
Step 1: After you use your gloves, wash them.
Dirt and debris may be on the material after you use your gloves.The best way to remove excess soil and other materials is to rinse them immediately.You can rinse them with a garden hose or kitchen sink.Leaving the gloves on your hands makes it easier to wash them.It would be better if there were no folds or hiding to the dirt and debris.
Step 2: Use your washing machine to wash dishes.
You can wash your gloves in the washer because cotton is so durable.You can use your usual detergent to clean your gloves.The cold water setting is important.If there are stains on your gloves, you may want to use a stain removing product.Allow the stain removal to sit on the gloves for 10 minutes before washing them, and make sure to cover the stains completely.
Step 3: Dry the gloves with a dry cloth.
The best way to dry your gardening gloves is to air dry them.Air can circulate around the gloves and help them dry more quickly if you attach clothespins to a clothesline.If you don't have a clothesline, you can use pins to attach them to a hanger and let them dry on their own.If you have to dry your gardening gloves quickly, you can put them in the dryer.To minimize the possibility of shrinkage, be sure to set the machine at low heat.
Step 4: You should brush the dirt off.
When gloves are dirty, they can become stiff and hard to work with.The process of cleaning begins with brushing off dirt and debris from the material.If you want to avoid damaging the leather, you should use your fingers to brush the dirt away.You can use a soft-bristled cleaning brush if you have trouble brushing the dirt away by hand.Be sure to use gentle strokes.
Step 5: Use saddle soap to clean the gloves.
Rub the soap back and forth on the paper towel or rag to create a lather.Put one of the gloves on.Paying particular attention to the dirtiest areas, use the paper towel or rag to work the soap into the leather.The saddle soap has a chance to penetrate and lift out the dirt if you spend a few minutes working it into the leather.
Step 6: Your gloves need to be washed.
Take a piece of paper towel or soft rag and rinse the suds away from the leather after you have worked the saddle soap completely into the glove.If you allow the paper towel or rag to become too saturated with water, you may damage the leather.If you notice that there is still dirt on the glove while you wash it, you may want to repeat the process to get the leather completely clean.The same process can be completed with the other glove if you are satisfied that the glove is clean.
Step 7: The gloves should be dry.
If you want to prevent damage to your leather gloves, it is best to allow them to air dry.Allow the gloves to dry completely by putting a clean, soft towel on a table, countertop, or other flat surface.Don't put your gloves near open flames.The leather might crack.It is a good idea to stretch your gloves while they are drying.That will help them maintain their shape.
Step 8: The gloves should be treated with some oil.
The cleaning process doesn't always help with leather becoming stiff over time.When your gloves are completely dry, you should apply an oil to the leather to make it softer and more comfortable to wear.Use a soft cloth to spread the oil.Allow it to sit for a while and then use a clean area of cloth to rub it in.You can use mink oil if you don't have linseed oil.The leather treatment product usually contains a blend of oils and other ingredients.
Step 9: It's best to rinse with water.
You should rinse your gloves as soon as possible to prevent dirt and debris from getting on the rubber.Run them under the garden hose if you are still outside.If you have to, rinse them in your sink with cold water.It is convenient to use the garden hose after you have finished your work because it is easiest to rinse your gloves when you are still wearing them.
Step 10: Use detergent to clean dishes.
The rubber may still be dirty even after rinsing.To clean soil and debris, use a basic dish washing liquid.Put the detergent on the palm of the glove and work it all over the rubber to get it clean.To rinse, use cold water.If your rubber gardening gloves are dirty, use a cleaning brush to clean them.
Step 11: The gloves should be allowed to dry.
It is important to make sure that your rubber gloves are dry.You can't put rubber in a dryer, so you have to leave them to air dry.You can either hang them with clothespins or put them on the counter to dry.Store your rubber gardening gloves in a dry place after you clean them.