We really don’t think much about the necessity of kitchen gloves when we grill. We've seen countless of hours of our friends, and our favorite TV characters, grill patties and sausages with no problem whatsoever. They make it look easy, and sure, the grill grub tastes great! And yes, it is not common that someone grasps a flaming hot grill, even while in deep conversation with friends and family.
However, it DOES happen. The National Fire Protection Association actually announced that grills (gas especially) are a fire hazard and result in serious burns as well as the accidental spread of fire. There are over 140 civilian injuries because of a grilling accident reported every year and even (gasp!) ten deaths on average.
This should make a griller pause and consider the option of kitchen gloves or oven gloves as a natural defense against such unanticipated accidents. Of course, if you have ever handled an oven mitt then you probably already know that it’s not great protection against the risk of burning. Since most old style mitts are made of cotton they don’t insulate very well.
This is why modern companies use tougher material such as Kevlar or Nomex. One company, Birmion, specifically uses silicone for the making of their special heat resistant gloves. The “Amazing Heat Resistant Gloves” features insulated protection as well as a slip-resistant and waterproof design. These gloves are protected, not only against heat, but also against staining, dirt and mold. Users can handle any grill part, cooked meat, or oven rack with ease. Users can even handle boiling temperatures, since the gloves protect a person’s hands for up to 425 degrees F.
The washing process is easy since it can fit and withstand a dish washing cycle like any other kitchen utensil. The product is ideal for inside cooking and oven uses or outside barbecuing and grilling. In fact, the company seems to like the term “BBQ gloves” since they are being marketed as a griller’s best friend. They even come in appropriate colors for a garden, floral display, or patio; bright green, blue or orange.
The BBQ gloves are currently being sold through an Amazon store and for a limited time come with a free e-book entitled “The Amazing Grilling Book”, which includes awesome grilling ideas to rock your bbq experience. Birmion also offers a money back guarantee on the gloves.
In this day and age, where family fun and grilling is one of the few untainted joys left in life, we are cautioned to play it safe. No one anticipates accidental burns or fires to happen, but they do and it is sometimes “against all odds” when it does happen. Still, you don’t want to be caught in such a rare moment because feeling the furious burn of a hot grill hurts like hell! With grilling gloves you can minimize that risk and cook smarter and safer. And that’s what ultimately matters when it’s time for an outdoor get-together, wouldn't you agree?
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