Thermal Gloves

Thermal gloves are used to keep hands warm and working in cold conditions, including outdoor work in winter, cold storage, freezer handling and chilled food environments. They combine an insulating liner with an outer coating for grip, so hands stay warm without losing the dexterity needed for tools and materials. Always check the temperature rating and product specifications for the conditions you’ll be working in.

The best thermal work gloves depend on how cold it is and how much handling the job involves. For general outdoor winter work, a fleece-lined grip glove such as the Showa 451 or the water-repellent Skytec Argon balances warmth and dexterity. For cold stores and freezers, a fully coated insulated glove such as the Showa 477 gives longer protection against contact cold. For wet, cold conditions, choose a waterproof thermal glove such as the Showa 490.
Always check the EN 511 rating and product specifications before use.

EN 511 is the European standard for gloves that protect against cold. The marking shows three figures: resistance to convective cold on a scale of 0 to 4, resistance to contact cold on a scale of 0 to 4, and water penetration, where 1 means the glove resisted water for at least 30 minutes and 0 means it was not tested or did not pass.
Higher figures indicate greater protection. Choose the level that matches your working temperature, so you get the warmth you need while keeping the dexterity the task requires.

Not all thermal work gloves are waterproof. Many are water-repellent, which sheds light rain and damp but will soak through with prolonged exposure, while fully waterproof styles use a sealed coating or membrane to keep hands dry in wet conditions. At Mstore, we stock waterproof thermal gloves such as the SHOWA 282 and Showa 490, as well as water-repellent options such as the Skytec Argon.
Check the product specifications for the level of water protection before use.

Cold store and freezer work needs gloves rated for contact cold under EN 511, as hands are in regular contact with frozen goods and cold surfaces. A fully coated insulated glove such as the Showa 477 protects against both cold and moisture, while an insulated gauntlet such as the Showa 460 extends protection to the wrist and forearm.
For handling frozen food, check that the glove is also rated for food contact. Always check the temperature rating and product specifications for your working environment.

Yes. Some thermal work gloves combine insulation with cut-resistant fibres, which suits cold environments where sharp materials are handled, such as construction in winter or meat and fish processing. At Mstore, we stock options such as the SHOWA XW300 and SKYTEC Radius EW151, which provide thermal protection alongside different levels of cut resistance under EN 388, and the SKYTEC Tromso+, which adds touchscreen compatibility.
Check the cut level and temperature rating on each product before use.

The warmest work gloves are fully coated styles with a thick liner and an EN 511 convective cold rating of 3 or 4, such as the Benchmark BMG848, which suit static work and freezer handling. For winter work outdoors, where hands are moving and the glove also needs to keep out rain and wind, a fleece-lined water-repellent glove such as the Skytec Argon Xtra keeps hands warm without the bulk. Cold weather gloves should always be matched to the temperature and the task.
Check the temperature rating and product specifications before use.

Yes. Our range includes thermal touchscreen gloves that allow you to use phones, tablets and other touchscreen devices without removing your gloves. This is particularly useful for workers who need to check phones, scan devices or access digital equipment while working in cold conditions.

We also stock touchscreen-compatible thermal gloves with additional protection, including cut-resistant and water-repellent options. For example, the SKYTEC Tromso+ combines thermal insulation and cut protection with touchscreen compatibility.