SealSkinz Technology

Alexis Girardet,'On thin Ice' Camera man

The kit kept our fingers and toes dry and warm in some very wet and slushy conditions. Our boots were often soaked, but our feet remained dry, essential for our future well being when we hit Antarctica where dry feet and hands will make the difference between serious injury or not.

Alexis Girardet,
'On thin Ice' Camera man
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Our waterproof socks and gloves use patented technology, ensuring the ultimate in waterproof and breathable protection for the feet and hands.

Great in the cold and wet, the waterproof technology keeps you warm and dry. Even when it’s warm, sweat is pulled away from the body and leaves through the highly breathable membrane.

As a result SealSkinz products ensure your feet, hands and head always remain totally dry. They also reduce the chance of blisters on your feet as the three-layer technology helps to prevent your foot being rubbed against your shoe.

SealSkinz exceptional technology uses a unique seamless three layer construction – an outer, a waterproof, highly breathable membrane and an inner lining.

How They Work

Inner Layer

The inner lining has been specially developed to actively wick moisture away from the skin to increase comfort and warmth and reduce the chance of blisters. It is made from either Coolmax or Merino wool.

Middle Layer

The waterproof breathable membrane is inserted using patented technology and allows perspiration, as water vapour to escape whilst preventing water coming in. The membrane typically has a breathability of greater than 65% WVP, making the socks and gloves completely waterproof, highly breathable and windproof.

Outer Layer

The outer layer is designed for extra durability and abrasion resistance with stretch to fit properties. It is tough and durable designed to stand up to all weather conditions.

Product Care Instructions

SealSkinz products can be machine washed up to 40oC and some can be tumble dried. It is advised that you do not iron or dry out on a radiator or other direct heat source.

These specific instructions relate to our socks, Ultra Grip and Ultra Tough gloves. For all other products please refer to their individual wash care labels.