Extreme cold socks

Types of extreme cold socks from Oxwork - Man / Woman

When winter is on its way, we are preparing to face difficult weather conditions. For workers who work outdoors, especially on construction sites, precautions must be taken. To ensure their safety, personal protective equipment must be chosen according to the activities. To complete the PPE, it is necessary to think of suitable clothing and accessories, such as hats, gloves or socks, in order to work in the best conditions when the mercury drops.

A little history lesson on socks

According to historians, the first socks were designed around 200 BC. Originally, they were made of strips of fabric wrapped around the feet and lower legs. It was not until 1589 that socks as we know them today appeared. They were knitted in wool or silk.

What type of socks should you choose?

The pairs of socks should be chosen with the greatest care to protect the feet from moisture while promoting the wicking away of perspiration. Prefer the high versions to guarantee optimal protection, whether you wear boots, safety shoes or a pair of sneakers, among others. Attention, it is important to choose models reinforced at the level of the heel and the tip of the feet, thus guaranteeing a longer life.

The most popular models are made of silk, wool and polyester. However, cashmere socks for winter are also starting to gain traction these days. Generally, they are not made of 100% of the same fiber, but with a mixture of several materials. Either way, before buying your socks, make sure they are SATRA TM 436 compliant.

According to the latest reports, natural fibers are the most appreciated, as they guarantee optimal comfort and the well-being of the person who wears them. Indeed, they offer the advantage of letting the feet breathe and not retaining odors. In addition, they are a good thermal regulator.

On the other hand, socks made of synthetic fiber, such as nylon, are gaining ground. They have the advantage of drying and wicking away perspiration more quickly. They are also more elastic and retain heat longer, but are unfortunately more fragrant.

Who says thicker socks, says comfort and warmth? Everyone tends to follow this logic. Think again, because this is no longer the case with ever-changing technology. Nowadays, there are thinner thermal socks, therefore more comfortable, able to retain heat longer. The brands also offer technical socks suitable for extreme cold, perfect for dealing with temperatures down to -50°C.

The best warm socks to spend the winter with Oxwork

The site offers a whole selection of socks for chilly people. Against extreme cold, Oxwork tends to combine quality, comfort and warmth.

In terms of comfort and warmth, socks for extreme cold are generally made of cotton blend with polyester or other materials such as Viafil which is an excellent thermal insulator. As a result, the socks stay thin keeping your feet warm and dry. As for quality, the site's thermal socks have reinforced heels and toes.

It brings together several of the best-known brands in personal protection accessories such as Portwest, Oxypas, Blaklader. Among this collection, we find: coolmax socks, thermal socks, oxysocks socks, light winter socks, warm winter socks, extreme cold socks...

Care for special anti-extreme cold socks

For washing, take into account the care instructions to know if they are machine washable and to know the ideal temperature as well as the spin speed. However, hand washing is generally recommended, knowing that they should be washed inside out and best left to air dry.