The 6 Best Welding Blankets

This wiki has been updated 18 times since it was first published in August of 2019. When dealing with extremely high temperatures, proper safety equipment is a must. Welders must not only protect themselves from heat, but also the areas around them, in order to prevent damage or fires caused by sparks. These blankets can also save the floor in front of your fireplace from damage and insulate barbecue smokers in the winter. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 18 times since it was first published in August of 2019. When dealing with extremely high temperatures, proper safety equipment is a must. Welders must not only protect themselves from heat, but also the areas around them, in order to prevent damage or fires caused by sparks. These blankets can also save the floor in front of your fireplace from damage and insulate barbecue smokers in the winter. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Waylander VE21

The rugged Waylander VE21 (appx. $50) is constructed with vermiculite-impregnated fiberglass, making it gentle on the skin while providing heat resistance to 1,400 degrees Fahrenheit. The hem is lined with 12 brass grommets for hanging.

Treated on both sides
Does not contain asbestos
Three size options

2. Memphis Welding 38063

The thick, but soft, Memphis Welding 38063 (about $49) provides outstanding protection without any irritating itchiness or threat of cuts. While it could be too heavy for some applications, it's heft is useful for keeping it in place outdoors if the wind is blowing.

Made with side-split cow leather
Stitched with kevlar thread
Excellent for auto body work

3. Tillman Panoxidized Felt Back

If the surface you need to shield is fragile or has a finish that is prone to scratching, the Tillman Panoxidized Felt Back (appx. $28) has you covered. This soft option is made of pressed carbon fibers that can resist high temperatures for short periods of time.

Does not shed or fray
Also ideal for insulating smokers
Not as durable as other materials

4. Neiko Fiberglass

The budget-friendly Neiko Fiberglass (about $23) is tightly woven with 30 x 30 threads per square inch, so it stands up to repeated exposure to sparks, spatter, and slag. This essential piece of safety equipment should be handled with gloves to protect the skin.

Grommets every eleven inches
Not cut perfectly square
Snags easily on rough surfaces

5. Steiner Velvet Shield

While the Steiner Velvet Shield (about $13) isn't useful for all projects, it's a lightweight option you'll want to keep handy in your workshop. It only measures 18 inches square, which makes it ideal for tight spaces where a larger option won't fit.

Soft enough for any surface
May smoke but won't ignite
Only lasts for a few uses

6. Gihunk Heavy Duty

The Gihunk Heavy Duty (around $80) is sized to drape over large areas like floors or big pieces of equipment to contain dangerous sparks. Because of its size, this option is also useful as an emergency fire blanket, and is wide enough to protect more than one person.

Includes a bright red storage bag
Only the xl size has grommets
Sheds a lot of fibers

Last updated by Tina Morna Freitas

Tina Morna Freitas is a writer who lives in Chicago with her family and three cats. She has a B.A. in anthropology with a minor in English, and has built a freelance career over the years in writing and digital marketing. Her passions for cooking, decorating and home improvement contribute to her extensive knowledge of all things kitchen and home goods. In addition, her 20 years as a parent inform her expertise in the endless stream of toys and equipment that inevitably takes over the homes of most parents. She also enjoys gardening, making and sipping margaritas, and aspires to be a crazy cat lady once all the children are grown.

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