At Floormart.co.uk - alongside supplying a massive range of flooring tools and flooring - we also supply the PPE required to keep you safe when working on-site or on DIY projects. One of the most overlooked areas of PPE equipment is knee pads, which are vitally important when working on flooring projects. One of the reasons knee pads are overlooked is because, on many sites, they are not specified as essential items - like safety helmets & safety glasses.

It’s recommended that anybody kneeling whilst working purchases construction-specific knee pads. Knee pads provide all-important comfort when working on various flooring tasks and should be worn by carpet fitters, tilers, and those installing hard flooring. There are even more important reasons you should wear knee pads other than comfort; a massive number of injuries are caused to the knees over time by everyday wear & tear - which is completely preventable if wearing knee pads. Knee Pads have been scientifically proven to prevent Osteoarthritis- which is the most common form of arthritis caused by the wearing down of cartilage over time. As well as Osteoarthritis, Chondromalacia is another common complaint by those making repetitive movements whilst working, with one of the symptoms being a dull and achy pain on the front of the knees, most noticeable when walking up stairs.

The full range of ProKnee Knee Pads we recommend to our customers can be found, here. One of the standout products from the range, and one of our personal favourite products, is the ProKnee AP16 All Purpose Knee pads. These kneepads are compact in their design and are packed with features to make every day at work easier, more comfortable and safer:

• Adjustable Wide Straps - for maximum adjustability & comfort
• Radius on frame perimeter ribbing - allowing comfort in all kneeling positions
• Knee pocket surrounds for maximum comfort & stability
• Tough yet comfortable Urethane Cushions
• Replaceable cushions to provide value for money & maximum comfort

These knee pads really do provide all-day comfort and quickly become a key piece of equipment each and every workday, as important as any tool or piece of equipment. Don’t just take our word for it, though…Youtuber @ Hamilton Tile GA commented:

‘’These are so comfortable, it’s unbelievable… When I forgot them, man do I miss them…it’s almost unbearable, the amount of discomfort, WITHOUT these kneepads’’