2024 Construction Workwear Guide
The BIG Guide to UK Construction Workwear in 2024 🚧👷♂️👷♀️
Whether you're shopping for yourself or kitting out your entire crew, you know the struggle of finding workwear that can handle rough conditions, all whilst keeping you comfortable and dry in ever-changing UK weather conditions. At BIG Boots UK, we only choose to introduce the best brands of construction workwear – clothing and footwear (designed in Australia, where weather conditions are extreme), crafted for durability, comfort, style and performance.
Over the last few years, our small family business has provided thousands of construction workers like you with a diverse range of workwear options that look good, ensure you perform at your best and meet industry standards.
To help you make the best decisions about where to spend your hard earned cash, here's our guide to the best construction workwear to help you conquer the UK construction site.
Construction Work Boots
Safety is a major concern on construction sites, given the industry's high rates of workplace injuries in the UK. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the last line of defence, ensuring full protection for workers once all other safety measures are in place.
At a bare minimum, most construction sites insist on decent steel toe cap boots to keep everyone's toes intact. Which is why it's no surprise that our best selling boots are S2 and S3 rated, perfect for anyone working in construction.
1. Steel Blue's Southern Cross S3 Zip Sided Boots
With fantastic reviews online from real tradesmen and construction workers, and a ladies fit version available, this boot is a real all-rounder. S3 rated for safety, and 5 stars for comfort, Steel Blue boots come highly recommended by those working on site.
Backed by Steel Blue’s 30 day comfort guarantee and six month manufacturer warranty, the Southern Cross Zip S3 are regularly referred to in reviews as the most comfortable work boots on the market – and with 30 days to change your mind, there’s no reason not to give them a try.
Features
- 150mm ankle boot with a scalloped, padded collar offers maximum ankle support.
- 200J Steel Toe Cap and scuff cap.
- Water-resistant nubuck leather and stitched in nylon thread. Non-corrosive lacing.
- Industrial grade zip means you can tie your laces for the perfect fit, but use the zipper for easy access.
- Trisole® Comfort Technology (strategically placed pads made of high-tech PORON® placed in the sole and under your foot’s peak stress areas) is specially designed to cushion, cradle and support the entire foot – much more effective in cushioning and absorbing shock than a standard footbed.
Available in slate, black and sand - there's a reason these boots are our best-sellers. Check out an unboxing video on the boots here.
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2. Munka Taurus Side Zip Work Boots
The Munka Taurus workboot is a lightweight nubuck leather zip up work boot with a breathable, antibacterial and antimicrobial sock lining (it's our favourite thing about these boots - it's like having a bamboo sock on all the time).
The boots feature a 200J impact resistant steel toe cap, Poron® insert footbed, shock absorbing EVA® midsole, nitrile rubber outsole heat resistant to 300°C and a midfoot shank for support, stability and reduced foot fatigue. All day comfort and safety for your feet comes as standard with this quality Aussie brand.
Features
- High quality long lasting Nubuck leather upper
- Treated for oil and water protection
- Seven hexagon metal eyelets
- Poron® insert footbed
- Heavy duty YKK zip - 8 gauge with velcro closure.
- 3000C heat resistant, nitrile rubber outsole.
- Impact resistant steel toe cap 200J for maximum protection.
- Dual density PU (polyurethane) injection midsole.
- Slip & oil resistant. Anti-static protection.
- Midfoot shank for support, stability and reduced foot fatigue
Take a look at these boots on our website, available in wheat and black.
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Construction Work Trousers
Elwood Men's Elastic Waist Cuffed Trousers
It's time for even more comfort, as the Elwood Men's elastic waist cuffed trouser has (as you can imagine from the name) both an ELASTIC waist and ELASTIC cuffs, meaning they cover you round the middle and fit perfectly into the top of your boots.
Elwood's fantastic activemax stretch fabric creates a stretchy, comfortable, slim fit trouser that works like a jogger - perfect for a variety of jobs on site. Give Elwood workwear a go with free returns and exchanges.
Features
- Slim fit cuffed trouser with Activemax 360 stretch canvas body fabric and phone pocket
- Elastic cuff for extra comfort
- Elastic waist with drawcord
- Double layered pocket bags on all pockets
- Primatex 100 reinforced front button protection
- Triple needle stitching and double bartack details to make the garment longer lasting
- Rated 50+ UPF excellent sun protection
Available in navy, black and stone on our website here.
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Construction Accessories
Our range of accessories are ready to support you on and off site.
Elwood Workwear Bamboo New Sock 3PK
Elwoods premium unisex work socks are comfortable and great value. Created with cotton and bamboo to ensure your foot breathes, the addition of terry to the footbed is the stuff that makes them like clouds to walk on. A must-have to complement your excellent new work boots.
Features
- Half Terry crew length workers sock
- Full toe reinforcement for extra protection
- Come in a pack of three for better value
View our selection of bamboo socks here.
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Find More Construction Workwear at BIG Boots UK
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This blog was written by Emma Sneddon (Ryan's wife), a builders' daughter and regular on event sites. Explore our rugged and reliable construction workwear collection today and for more information, or to get answers to any questions you may have about our products, contact us by email at ryan@bigboots.co.uk or call us on 0330 043 0873.
Thanks as always for your support of our small family business!