The surface of human skin is covered with residue including oils, dirt, salts, and moisture. These can damage museum objects by etching, abrasion, and staining. Likewise, the surface of objects can be composed of, or treated with, materials of varying toxicity, such as pesticides.

Put on a pair of gloves, this is the iconic artistic handling of hand movements. But not all gloves are the same. In addition, the options have been expanded to improve performance and expand the selection of special cases.