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Burnguard
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Commercial Oven Mitt | Heat Resistant Glove | 18 Inch Length | Burnguard FS995
£81.30
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£97.56/ inc vat
- Extra-Long 18-Inch Design
- Heat-Resistant Material
- Durable Polycotton Construction
- Ambidextrous Design
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Product Overview
Stepping into a bustling professional kitchen means dealing with serious heat, and flimsy domestic oven gloves just won't cut it. This is the Burnguard 18 inch oven mitt, a piece of essential safety kit designed specifically for the rigorous demands of commercial catering. It’s built not just to handle hot trays, but to provide the robust, reliable protection your team needs to work safely and efficiently, day in and day out.
Perfect for chefs, bakers, and kitchen staff in restaurants, bakeries, pizzerias, and large-scale catering operations, this mitt offers extensive coverage. Its standout feature is the generous 18-inch length, which shields the hand and forearm from accidental contact with hot oven doors, deep fryers, and searingly hot racks. Made from a durable polycotton material, it’s crafted for longevity and repeated use in the toughest environments.
Forget about makeshift solutions and give your staff the professional gear they deserve. This commercial heat resistant oven mitt is an investment in safety, preventing burns, reducing accidents, and ensuring your kitchen's workflow is never compromised. It’s the simple, effective, and indispensable tool that keeps your hands, and your business, safe.
Key Features and Benefits
- Extra-Long 18-Inch Design: Protects your entire forearm from burns when reaching into deep ovens.
- Heat-Resistant Material: Safely handle hot pans, trays, and dishes straight from the source.
- Durable Polycotton Construction: Built to withstand the daily wear and tear of a busy commercial kitchen.
- Ambidextrous Design: Fits either the left or right hand, so it’s always ready to grab.
- Sold Singly: Allows you to replace a single worn mitt without buying a whole new pair.
- Lightweight Feel: Provides excellent protection without feeling heavy or cumbersome during a long shift.
- Hanging Loop: Makes for easy storage, ensuring it's always within arm's reach when needed.
- Vibrant Red Colour: Highly visible in a busy kitchen, making it easy to find in a hurry.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Burnguard
- SKU: FS995
- Length: 18" / 457mm
- Material: Polycotton
- Colour: Red
- Weight: 0.24kg
- Sold As: Single Mitt
Expert Review and Insights
In any professional kitchen, safety gear isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. The Burnguard mitt is a real workhorse. It’s not fancy, but its length is what makes it a standout. Too many chefs get careless forearm burns from hot oven racks, and this simple piece of kit virtually eliminates that risk. It's a straightforward, effective solution for a very common problem.
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- Best Feature: The 18-inch length gives you incredible confidence when working with deep deck ovens.
- Consideration: It's sold individually, so remember to order two if you need a matching pair.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The team at 'The Northern Pie Company' in Sheffield upgraded their kitchen safety gear after noticing a pattern of minor forearm burns. Their deep, powerful deck ovens required staff to reach far inside, and standard-sized mitts weren't providing enough coverage.
"We were using shorter, domestic-style gloves before and it just wasn't safe enough for our ovens. Since switching to the 18-inch Burnguard mitts, we haven't had a single burn incident. The team feels much safer, and it's one less thing for me to worry about during a frantic lunch rush."
Robert Davies – Head Chef
The switch completely eliminated minor burn incidents in the first three months, boosting staff morale and reinforcing their commitment to a safer workplace.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon arrival, inspect the mitt for any defects or damage from transit.
- Remove all packaging before first use.
- Use the integrated hanging loop to store it in a convenient, visible, and easily accessible place near your ovens.
- Ensure it is away from open flames when not in use.
Keeping It Going
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth to remove food spills and grime. Avoid soaking.
- Do not machine wash, as this can degrade the heat-resistant properties.
- Regularly check for any rips, thinning material, or exposed stitching. Discontinue use if compromised.
- Always ensure the mitt is completely dry before using it to handle hot items.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this Burnguard 18 inch oven mitt ambidextrous?
A: Yes, it is designed with a conventional 'puppet' shape to fit comfortably on either the left or right hand.
Q: Are these oven mitts sold as a pair?
A: No, they are sold as single units. This allows you to order the exact number you need or replace one mitt at a time.
Q: How should I clean this mitt?
A: We recommend wiping it clean with a damp cloth. Do not machine wash or submerge in water, as this can affect its heat-protective qualities.
Q: Is the material waterproof?
A: No, the polycotton material is not waterproof. A wet mitt should never be used to handle hot items as the water can conduct heat very quickly and cause steam burns.
Q: What is the main benefit of the 18-inch length?
A: The extra length is crucial for protecting your forearm from accidental contact with hot surfaces inside deep ovens or when working over fryers.
Q: Is this suitable for handling cast iron pans?
A: Yes, it's designed for handling hot cookware like cast iron skillets, gastronorm pans, and baking trays from commercial ovens.
Q: Does it have a loop for hanging?
A: Yes, it includes a convenient fabric loop so you can hang it up for easy access in the kitchen.
Q: Is it flexible enough to get a good grip on trays?
A: It's designed to balance excellent heat protection with enough flexibility to securely grip standard commercial kitchen trays and pans.
The Burnguard Promise: Safety You Can Count On
In a high-pressure kitchen environment, the right equipment isn’t just about performance—it’s about trust. Burnguard has built its reputation on being a brand that chefs and caterers can rely on for one of the most critical aspects of their job: personal safety. This mitt is more than just a piece of fabric; it represents a commitment to protecting your most valuable asset—your staff. Investing in professional-grade PPE like the Burnguard oven mitt for restaurants reduces the risk of injuries, minimises potential downtime, and fosters a culture of safety and care. It’s a small purchase that pays long-term dividends in staff confidence, operational consistency, and demonstrating that you take their well-being seriously. That’s the kind of reliability that builds a resilient and successful kitchen.
Explore more from BurnguardWhy an 18-Inch Length is More Than Just a Number
When you see '18 inches' on a product like this, it’s easy to gloss over. But in a commercial kitchen, that extra length is a critical safety feature. Think about a standard convection oven: you're not just grabbing a tray from the edge, you're often reaching over a hot, open door and past other searingly hot shelves to get to the back. That's where forearm burns happen.
This long oven mitt for commercial kitchens acts like armour for your arm. It's the difference between just protecting your hand and protecting the entire limb that's entering the 'danger zone'. Imagine it like a welder's gauntlet versus a gardening glove – both protect the hand, but only one is designed for the intense, surrounding heat of the full working environment. This extra coverage gives your staff the confidence to work quickly and safely, without hesitation.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Pubs: For safely pulling roasting trays and gastronorms from large combination and convection ovens during busy services.
- Bakeries & Patisseries: Essential for handling hot bread tins and baking sheets from deep, hot deck ovens without risk.
- Pizzerias: Ideal for chefs who need to reach deep into pizza ovens to rotate or retrieve pizzas safely.
- School & Contract Caterers: Provides a high level of protection for staff handling large, hot containers for mass food production.
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