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Best Welding Boots 2019 for Welders

A pair of boots might not be high on your list of priorities when it comes to welding accessories, but for serious or professional welders a good pair of welding boots is a must. This is especially true with overhead welding, where anything that falls down can burn whatever you’re wearing. Instead of ruining good pairs of shoes (or worse – your feet!) invest in a pair of welding boots that will keep you safe for years to come. Look for a pair that has a metatarsal guard to protect the top of your foot – as well as the laces – or a steel toe cap to guard against any bumps or knocks you might encounter around your workshop. 1. Dr. Martens Men’s Ironbridge MG ST Steel-Toe Met Guard Boot The Good If you’re looking for a rugged pair of welding boots that can stand up to the toughest wear, then these might be your solution. For starters, they have been made with a tough sole which will prevent you from slipping in wet conditions (or on slippery surfaces like oil and petrol). In addition...
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Should I get work boots with laces?

There are pros and cons with lace up welding boots and you have to decide if they’re right for you or if you’d prefer slip on welding boots. Over the years I’ve seen welders walking around with burnt laces. It’s crucial that if you’re welding you don’t have normal laces that are exposed. Some people will use either raw hide laces or Kevlar laces. Out of these, the kevlar laces are my preferred choice because they offer the same flexibility as a normal pair of laces. The only problem with having these exposed laces is that you can sometimes still get spatter in your boot. The last thing you want is molten metal burning through your foot whilst you struggle to get your boot off.   If you’re going to buy lace up welding boots then you need to get a pair with a metatarsal guard. These boots have a protective covering over the laces to protect your feet and your boots from damage. If you really want to avoid any dangers which may arise from have boots with laces, then slip on boots...
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT WELDING BOOTSWelding in itself is a very...

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT WELDING BOOTS Welding in itself is a very dangerous activity. Hence, you are more exposed to the risk inherent in welding without the appropriate safety boots. While wearing welding boots cold feel a little uncomfortable at first, it does a very good job of protecting the leg. Below are some dangers to your feet when welding without a safety boot: Injuries and burn as a result of flying sparks Splatter from welding materials, irritating liquids or molten metals could cause injury Risk of stepping on an electric wire or sharp object Electric shock Risk of the object penetrating the sole of your feet Fall and slippage as a result of wet floor etc. With the above in mind, it is obvious that the main reason for selecting a good safety boot is safety. Thus, you get to protect your leg and toes from injuries that could otherwise be deadly. Looking at the dangers involved in not using a welding boot, it is a big risk not to use one as a welder. You just d...
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