Gloves for welding protect the hands in many ways. While welding, the welding gloves protect the hands from sparks and molten metals. They also protect the hands from severe skin burns due to the ultraviolet rays given off by welding arcs. After welding, they protect from heat given off from the welded materials.

Welding gloves also protect against cuts and scratches that can occur when handling sharp metals. They are usually made of tough leather with reinforced palms and fingertips. Additionally, they protect the surface of the metals from scratches and oils from your hands when you handle the materials.

Welding gloves are made tough to be worn in situations where heat is an issue. You can also use them for fireplace gloves and other jobs when your hands need to handle hot materials such as around hot water pipes.