Get the Best from Your Contact Latex Gloves
These Gaelic football gloves use premium Contact Latex, the same advanced grip technology used by professional goalkeepers in the Premier League. This latex delivers unmatched control and handling in all weather, but it also requires proper care to maintain its performance and lifespan.
⚪ Why Care Matters
Contact Latex provides superior grip compared to traditional Supersoft Latex, but it’s also a softer and more technical material. Without the right care, it can dry out, harden, or lose its tackiness much faster.
If you’re an outfield player switching from standard or budget gloves, think of Contact Latex as a “performance tyre” — it grips brilliantly, but it also needs regular attention to stay at its best.
🧼 Before First Use
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Pre-wash your new gloves in lukewarm water before wearing them. This removes any factory residues and activates the latex for maximum grip.
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Allow them to air dry naturally, away from heat or sunlight.
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(Optional) Repeat once more before your first match for full performance activation.
💧 During Use
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Keep the palms slightly damp during play, moist latex grips better and stays supple.
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In dry or cold weather, a quick splash of water before kick-off and at half-time helps maintain tackiness.
🧴 After Use: Cleaning
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Rinse gloves under lukewarm water (max 30 °C) to remove dirt and grass.
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Soak briefly, then gently massage the latex to lift out any mud.
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Use a specialist glove wash if available (or plain water). Avoid soaps or detergents.
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Gently squeeze out excess water — never twist the gloves.
🌬️ Drying
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Wrap in a clean towel and press gently to remove moisture.
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Leave to dry naturally in a cool, shaded place — no radiators, hairdryers, or direct sunlight.
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Contact Latex is sensitive to heat and can become brittle if over-dried.
🧤 Storage
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Store gloves dry, cool and flat, away from sunlight or heaters.
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Don’t leave them sealed in a damp kit bag — that encourages odour and latex damage.
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Avoid pressing the palms together when storing, as they may stick.
⚽ Match Gloves vs Training Gloves
Because Contact Latex is a premium match-grade material, we recommend:
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Keeping one pair for matches only – this ensures your best grip and feel when it counts.
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Using a cheaper or older pair for training – especially in wet or rough conditions.
This is standard practice for goalkeepers, and outfield players using Contact Latex can benefit from the same approach.
🔑 Key Takeaways
✅ Pre-wash before first use.
✅ Keep palms damp during play.
✅ Clean immediately after use.
✅ Air dry naturally (no heat).
✅ Store flat and dry.
✅ Use match and training pairs wisely.
With these steps, your Gaelic football gloves will stay grippy, supple and match-ready far longer — giving you the same confidence and control every time you take the field.