Protective gloves and cleaning products

Question

Are there any cleaning products that I should wear protective gloves when using that perhaps I and most people may not realise we should be using protective gloves with? I've seen a few horror stories on Facebook about products that people handled without protective wear and damaged their hands! Thanks for your time.

Dayse · Answer

That’s a very thoughtful question! Many cleaning products contain chemicals that can be harsh on the skin, even if they seem harmless at first. Here’s a list of common products that people often overlook when it comes to wearing gloves:

1. Bleach-Based Cleaners
	•	Why Gloves are Necessary: These products can cause chemical burns, dry out the skin, or trigger allergic reactions.
	•	Examples: Domestos, Cillit Bang with bleach, Dettol Mould & Mildew Remover.

2. Oven Cleaners
	•	Why Gloves are Necessary: Oven cleaners typically contain sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), which can severely burn the skin on contact.
	•	Examples: Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner, Astonish Oven & Grill Cleaner.

3. Limescale Removers
	•	Why Gloves are Necessary: Products for tackling limescale often contain strong acids like citric or hydrochloric acid, which can irritate or burn the skin.
	•	Examples: Viakal, Harpic Limescale Remover.

Leonard · Answer

With all cleaning products, gloves should be worn and when any chemicals are used they should be in a well-ventilated area.

Iliana · Answer

Yes, highly contaminated equipment and surfaces with protective gloves are preferred

Rhys · Answer

Household gloves should always be worn when using any cleaning products, including eco-friendly options. All cleaning products contain ingredients that may cause skin irritation, particularly for individuals with sensitive skin or medical conditions.

Samantha · Answer

I would say the rule of thumb is to use protective gloves always this will protect yourself from any chemical burns. This will also protect you against any viruses knocking around and will stop smear marks on the clients house and a smoother clean.

Joseph · Answer

Bleach products read the label and ensure your hands are protected

Eshain Vesta · Answer

When using bleach, you should definitely wear protective gloves.

Edgar · Answer

Yes, there are several cleaning products where wearing protective gloves is essential—even if it might not seem obvious at first glance. Many people are aware of the need for gloves when handling harsh chemicals like bleach or ammonia, but there are other products that can be equally damaging to your skin if you’re not careful.

Elena · Answer

No. Our products are organic and are of the highest quality. They are non-toxic and do not destroy the skin on the hands. We use protective gloves strictly for personal hygiene, and in no case due to detergents.

Daniel · Answer

We would recommend all our staff to wear gloves at all times to protect themselves. Different people can have reactions to different products.

Protective gloves and cleaning products

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