I've got no finger prints! - TilersForums.co.uk | Tile Forums

Captain Slow · 09-03-2008

I've had a couple of jobs recently that have involved large format vitrified ceramic and porcelain.

No problems with the jobs in themselves, however, I now do not have any finger prints and it hurts to touch anything

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Has anyone got any tips as to how I can avoid ripping the skin off my fingers and retain some kind of feeling in them, please?

I'm off to apply more atrixo & germoline and look forward to your medical advice.

**pjc** · 09-03-2008

he he grouters finger

Ric · 09-03-2008

ask the well know actor nicholus cage who appeared in face off, he may be able to sort u out with some finger prints!

hillhead · 09-03-2008

you need to wear gloves by the sound of it captain,have to protect your hands,without them your a gonner in this game.

TONY · 09-03-2008

PUT MASKING TAPE AROUND ENDS OF FINGERS

**pjc** · 09-03-2008

marigolds after the horse has bolted put micropore tape on them takes away the pain a little:Pete

**Dave** · 09-03-2008

Don't be so soft...

...............they will toughen up.........

Captain Slow · 09-03-2008

PMSL,

I've tried gloves but can't get on with them and marigolds just tear.
Guess I've either got to live with no finger prints or go back to the comfy desk job.

Thanks.

**Sir Ramic** · 09-03-2008

You could try peeing on your hands....it wont toughen them but it will stop you biting your nails

**Raja** · 09-03-2008

people always say to me raja u got such soft hands like a babies bottom

What cream do u use

Funny thing is i never use anything am just naturally soft skined

**brian c** · 09-03-2008

always said you were a wee smoothie.....lol

Grace'sDad · 09-03-2008

Try something like these: http://www.polyco.co.uk/industrial/displayproduct.asp?q=226&c=32

Loads of companies make them - very thin gloves, almost like a second skin. They have a thin coating of Polyurethane (PU) on the palm side and they get comfier and fit better the longer you wear them.

Try local safety shops or Arco - no more than £2 a pair normally.
I wear these for general handling.

For grouting, try NITRILE disposables rather than latex. Latex is often too weak, tearing easily and it is often powdered with corn starch which can irritate skin.

Personally I use these, and really recommend them: http://www.polyco.co.uk/industrial/displayproduct.asp?q=32&c=2
They are quite thick, but really soft, tough and comfy. Hands don't sweat either as they have a knitted liner. They can be bought at Sainsburys - called "Multitask".

Generally, your hands will get tougher with use - but ALWAYS wear gloves when grouting or you will definitely end up with dermatitis sooner or later!!!