How To Clean Boxing Gloves?

Most of the time, when we need to wash our clothes we just toss them in the washer and hit the button. However, this is not something that can be done with boxing gloves. It would actually destroy your gloves to wash them that way. 

So, how can you clean boxing gloves?

It is better to clean your boxing gloves with a washcloth dampen in soap water. OR wash and deodorize them with baking soda and a vacuum cleaner. OR lastly, you can use your washing machine to clean them up. But with extra care using the below special method.

Without any special care, if you put your boxing gloves in the washing machine or dishwasher, it will ruin the cushioning and stitching of your gloves.

If your hand wraps are dirty but they’re not really stinky yet. Simply dust them off with a hand broom, wash your hands thoroughly, then spray the wraps with an odor eliminator. Let it dry overnight and they should smell good as new.

If you want to get really hardcore about cleaning boxing gloves, here’s the step-by-step guide to wash boxing gloves.

1. First, make sure your gloves are dry.
2. Then, put them in the freezer so they will be ready to soak the next step.
3. Mix up some dishwashing liquid with water (about half and half).
4. Dampen a washcloth with the soap mixture and gently wipe off any dirt or sweat residue on your gloves.
5. Rinse out the washcloth and wipe the gloves clean.
6. Thoroughly towel dry all parts of your gloves.
7. After they’re completely dry, put them in the freezer again to re-freshen them while you do some dishes or laundry, and then everything will be good as new.

If you want a cheap and easy way to keep your boxing gloves clean, you should look into buying a pair of latex gloves.

Put your trunks on first, then put your hand wraps on. After you are done wrapping your hands, put some lube on the back of both of your hands. Then slide down the latex glove over the top of your hand wrap and go ahead and slide it down your wrist as well. The latex gloves will keep the dirt and germs out of your wraps, which will keep you from getting blisters or skin irritations.

How to Deodorize Boxing Gloves

All you need is baking soda and a vacuum cleaner.

1. Put some baking soda in a bowl or on a plate
2. Then put your gloves on top of the baking soda.
3. Shake it around so that it sticks to the sweat and dirt inside the gloves
4. Plug in your vacuum cleaner and turn it on low or medium and let it run over the gloves for about 10 minutes.
5. This will suck out all of the moisture and bad smells, leaving your glove smelling like a dream.

Washing Boxing Gloves in a Washing Machine

To clean your boxing gloves in a washing machine:

1. Turn off the washer and remove it from where you use it.
2. Use a bowl or bucket to fill the washer with lukewarm water.
3. Add some gentle laundry detergent (hand soap works fine).
4. Put your gloves on top of some clean, dry towels on the bottom of your washer. If you want to be absolutely sure they don’t fall down into the washer, you can tie them around the support bar or something.
5. Turn your washer back on and let it wash for about 5 minutes.
6. Stop the machine at this point to prevent agitation.
7. Take your gloves out of the water carefully using two hands. Be careful not to twist or wring them out.
8. Lay them out on a dry towel and press the water out of the gloves using your hands or a thick, dry towel.
9. Allow to air-dry before putting them away.

By following these steps you will be able to keep your boxing gloves in good shape for a long time.