Men's lined boots

During very cold weather, it often happens that the feet are somewhat neglected, for lack of accessories to protect them from the drop in temperature. However, they are delicate and must also be protected as well as possible. For gentlemen, wearing fur-lined boots is recommended, whether in the professional environment or in the context of private life. They will provide the necessary protection and comfort during your activities so that winter goes smoothly. Oxwork presents some things to know about the different models of lined boots.

Lined work boots and safety boots: warm shoes perfect for winter

As mentioned before, lined boots can be worn for work, but also for everyday life. Of course, lined boots are not the same since there are notable differences between those worn in everyday life and those for professional use.

The lined boots for men worn for everyday use are simply lined, waterproof and with more reinforced soles to keep maximum warmth, but have no other specificities imposed on them.

In the professional context, men's lined boots are divided into two categories: lined work boots and high-top shoes: the upper covers the foot, ankle and part of the leg. They provide many benefits to the wearer. Generally made of leather or synthetic waterproof material, they are indeed resistant to water and humidity. They also have good thermal insulation and provide optimal sealing. In addition, lined boots for men are characterized by their watertightness and grip. Featuring a synthetic or natural fur lining, the lined boots keep the feet toasty warm even in the lowest temperatures, allowing the wearer to accomplish activities comfortably and in the best conditions.

Conditions of use for men's and women's professional lined boots

These boots are designed to be worn when winter is firmly in place and temperatures start to drop, or possibly when it rains. They can be categorized as shoes against the cold. In addition to being recommended to be worn when temperatures are low, it is also recommended to wear them in flooded areas.

Standards governing men's lined boots for professional use

There may be lined boots for safety or simply for work, the choice will depend on the environment and the working conditions of each user. As for work shoes and safety shoes, the difference between the two concerns the presence or not of the safety toe to protect against crushing due to falling objects.

Work boots are governed by the EN 20347 standard, while the EN 20345 standard governs safety boots.

- Work boots

The EN 20347 standard is divided into sub-categories to cover as many rules as possible. But the basis is the OB standard which requires that boots have non-slip soles, whether they are waterproof, resistant to tearing, bending or even abrasion. Waterproofing is an additional requirement if the boots are used in a very humid environment. Additional standards (S1 to S3) are also present to complete these requirements. It includes, among other things, protection against the absorption and penetration of water and even studded soles.

- Safety boots

Like all the standards governing footwear used in the workplace, safety boots have a basic standard, the SB standard. The requirements of this standard are as follows: the presence of a protective shell at the front of the shoe, protective soles, impermeability and finally resistance to tearing, bending and abrasion. As with lined work boots, other standards exist to offer maximum protection and comfort to the wearer. In the case of safety boots, the main standards range from S1 to S3 standards, but there are additional standards to complete the whole.

It is precisely in these additional standards that we can find lined boots, more precisely in the additional standard CI (insulation against the cold). These boots are generally designed with nitrile, a leather exterior and of course a fur inside to keep the feet dry and warm.

Purchase: where to find your professional fur-lined boots for the winter?

To protect your feet from the cold during the winter, we offer various models of lined boots, safety or not, on our Oxwork website. Whether you are a man or a woman, professional or individual, you will find on our website a wide choice of models specific to your needs and meeting the standards in force. Comfort and safety are assured for your feet for this winter.