Wickes Blue Nitrile/Chemical Gloves - L

Blue - A primary colour

rubber - Synthetic rubber is any artificial elastomer, usually a polymer, and is used as a substitute for natural rubber.

rubber - Natural rubber is an elastomer derived from the latex containing sap of some plants.

Oil - A hydrophobic liquid with high carbon and hydrogen content. Has many variations including; cooking oils, petrochemical oils, essential oils.

Nitrile - Commonly used to refer to nitrile rubber. Generally this rubber is resistent to oil, fuel and chemicals. The higher the concentration of nitrile the higher the resistance but the lower the flexibility of the material. Trande names include Krynac, Nipol and Europrene

Resistant - Something that can repel against something.

Abrasion - Something that can become damage through wear and tar via scraping or wearing away.

Wickes began trading in 1972 as a do-it-yourself store. They now have over 200 stores throughout the UK. The company focus on supplying products to the building trade, as well as materials for home improvement projects. Their products range from fitted kitchens and bathrooms, to all manner of building supplies. They sell doors, windows, flooring, tiles, paint, wallpaper, decorative materials, lighting, heating, plumbing, work wear and gardening supplies. They also offer professionally designed bespoke kitchens and bathrooms, alongside their budget take home ranges. The company was purchased by the builders merchants Travis Perkins in 2005. They now also have stores in mainland Europe, Ireland and South Africa.