Knee pads, wear them !

[Gazrus]

While waiting for my redbacks to come I went & tried those dewalt pads, for a tenner it aint that bad, comfy enough, cheers for info

 

[waterfd]

Just got my redbacks from TT in the usual quick time only ordered them yesterday. I get Gout in my knees and usually after doing floors, I do use Rubi at the moment, so I hope these will be better no straps to cut off the circulation. Tried them without the trousers and they feel more comfortable than the Rubis'. Will be using them in a couple of weeks.

 

[p4ulo]

Oh man.
I've recently bought and have been using today the ALPRO RED Knee Pads.
They are amazing.
So comfortable, what a joy.
My plumber mate saw them (previously addicted to running, had to give it up due to his knackered knees) and after he had finished taking the ( REMOVED ) out of how they looked he tried them on - he was impressed.
So comfy - worth the cost.

 

[spooner68]

I use foam inserts and they last about 6 months, looking at the redbacks or snickers beanbags. I get patella tendonitis (years and years of cricket and then a working life on my knees. Used kneeling pads for a few years, cheap and decent but if you used it on a porous floor and it was a little damp it would leave a little pattern which needed to be polished out. Good thread. ta.

 

[marbleman]

Well i can say i have never worn knee pads tried but could get on with them , my knees have never played me up in 34 years , will wear pads on some commercial jobs but i have to take them off as i get bad back ache , i would recommend everybody to wear them , but its to late for me , make my son wear them all the time and anyone that works for me

 

[spooner68]

bought my Redbacks and am sending them back. They are too bulky for the pouches in my work pants and are so heavy they almost pull teh pants down. Shame as they look and feel really good.

 

[moroto]

I have trouble with a bunion on my big toe from always kneeling down fitting the bathrooms and tiling so the height issue could be a problem with the alpros.

 

[MTiler]

Ive been using Redbacks and think they are brilliant, very comfy. A bit of a battle to get them in and out of the pockets but thats their only con. Theyre well worth the cost. (although i didnt buy mine🙂 )

missyT

 

[peteablard]

I was going ask what knee pads people used then came across this post. Have been using the Snickers bean bags but find they wear out quite quickly, have now ordered some redbacks as replacements, cheers!

 

[karlm98]

tried allsorts of knee pads, nailors, allpro, platinum etc all wear out fast, i have psoriasis and my knee hurt like hell with the allpro. currently have a nailors and irwins but decided to take the plunge and splash out on these bad boys Contractor Knee Pads that Prevent Knee Injury by Proknee,
i will be getting keyhole surgury on both knees early next year and i figure if i want to continue working i had better get something that works, its all good trying to get by, be cheap or just plain stupid but time catches up and can really mess your life up if you screw your knee up you cant work...simple really.
these pads i have been looking at for a few years and i have a few friends who use them and they say they are the best tool they ever bought.

 

[White Room]

Just bought some redbacks to fit in the knee pockets of my trousers...

 

[doug boardley]

I like mine that Neale sent me, feel unprotected now if I wear fresh kecks and haven't swapped the pads over

 

[White Room]

I've got the Alpros for floor work but when your up and down doing walls it's surprising how many times your kneeling without any protection..

 

[hutchinsons]

i totally agree.. knee pads have to be worn. have drummed it into my son.. my left knee is knackered too. had an op on it but still swear by using pads...Thankfully my son wears his all the time..

 

[doug boardley]

i totally agree.. knee pads have to be worn. have drummed it into my son.. my left knee is knackered too. had an op on it but still swear by using pads...Thankfully my son wears his all the time..

six operations on mine.....no knee pads worn when I was younger!,,,well kneeling down doesn't hurt does it,,,nuff said!

 

[albyshellshear]

I use leggings stuffed with the pocket pads under my pants, keeps the pad were I need them, I cant stand the straps like Neale says they cut into the back of my knees, good thread but would'nt expect any less from someone called Neale ha ha

 

[Minesacarling]

Ive been using the alrpro knee pads for the last 12 months. Best I've had but take some getting used to. And there a nightmare if you don't keep them clean


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[Gazzer]

I use leggings stuffed with the pocket pads under my pants, keeps the pad were I need them, I cant stand the straps like Neale says they cut into the back of my knees, good thread but would'nt expect any less from someone called Neale ha ha

Ho ho Ho , shall I get your coat ? 😛rrr:....never heard that before ! :smilewinkgrin:

 

[Fliselege]

When I lived in Mother England work trousers were worn out jeans and knee pads were for fairies. But when I moved to Norway I noticed all tradesmen (and women) (should I say tradesperson? Not gone P.C in Norway. Yet.) were wearing purpose made work trousers with knee pockets for knee pads. My new boss took one look at me in my knackered levis and took me to a builders yard and bought me a pair of carpenters trousers (snickers or blaklader can't remember) and with it, knee pads. Well talk about a revelation. Got back to work, dropped to my knees to start setting out a floor, couldn't believe I'd worked so many years on bare knees. It was like kneeling on feathers, haven't looked back since. Was given a good tip, whatever brand of trousers you get, get same brand knee pads to fit trousers. Some people use their old ones or go for cheapest ones, if they don't fit snug you won't land on them when you drop to your knees.

 

[Minesacarling]

When I lived in Mother England work trousers were worn out jeans and knee pads were for fairies. But when I moved to Norway I noticed all tradesmen (and women) (should I say tradesperson? Not gone P.C in Norway. Yet.) were wearing purpose made work trousers with knee pockets for knee pads. My new boss took one look at me in my knackered levis and took me to a builders yard and bought me a pair of carpenters trousers (snickers or blaklader can't remember) and with it, knee pads. Well talk about a revelation. Got back to work, dropped to my knees to start setting out a floor, couldn't believe I'd worked so many years on bare knees. It was like kneeling on feathers, haven't looked back since. Was given a good tip, whatever brand of trousers you get, get same brand knee pads to fit trousers. Some people use their old ones or go for cheapest ones, if they don't fit snug you won't land on them when you drop to your knees.

Those pants with pads are ok for small jobs but no good for large floors where your on your knees day in day out

 

[Fliselege]

Those pants with pads are ok for small jobs but no good for large floors where your on your knees day in day out

100% disagree, worn them every working day for 7 years no problem, me and my boss will do between 30sqm and 45sqm floor tile in a day in exebition halls or shopping malls and be more than comfy.

 

[BeeTiling]

Just use general small 2strap with grips, i find these easy to work with and comfortable especially with my knee being dodgey as it is they defo have to be comfortable plus there easy on and easy off i have no excuse not to use them

 

[Gazzer]

Those pants with pads are ok for small jobs but no good for large floors where your on your knees day in day out

I disagree too, Since changing to the trousers with pads in the knee pockets ( A good set of knee pads) I have never been more comfy. Each to their own though and as long as we all use them then its all good.

 

[TILEIT]

just seen this thread ..reccomend the snickers type trousers with gel insert ,,but replace the kneepad regulary..otherwise a life of ibuprofen ...be warned!

 

[bugs183]

I use a combination of Alpro knee pads, the Alpro kneeling pad and redbacks, depending on the job. The redbacks are really comfy and are great for jobs where you are moving around alot, in different areas,awkward small jobs etc. I mainly use the Alpro pad as it just sits there where you are working, i actually have two, one for laying, and another for grouting or sealing stone where you don't want to scratch the tiles. For big commercial jobs where you will be doing long hours the Alpro knee pads really help your knees out, but i never strap them up, as they just annoy me.
PPI is really important, and thankfully the old school days of being called a girl for not wearing gloves,knee pads and glasses and really important ear defenders have long gone.

 

[Pro-spec]

I keep a square piece of kingspan with pillow taped to it in the van just incased someone turns up to help me without pads

 

[jonnyc]

just picked this thread up.
will spend some time this evening looking through the options.
I have always worn pads , but I guess you can be just lucky and get no problems longterm but the sheer amount of time on knees and i am a floor man, may takes its toll.
I think this is a great post, balanced and unbiased and probably as important as any advice given on the forum.
we were all young/ non caring /free living and gung ho once but at what cost .
I have just had my first op and knee replacement imminent.

 

[Gazzer]

I keep a square piece of kingspan with pillow taped to it in the van just incased someone turns up to help me without pads

Surely it would be better to have a spare pair of knee pads ? Wouldnt want to get someone into bad habits.

 

[Gazzer]

Another thing.....Dont just think about your knees or wearing knee pads when you are aching...get into the habit of always wearing them. This is another reason for me preferring insert pads.

 

[Tony73]

i wear one of these Mens Workwear Trousers | Mens Workwear Trousers With Knee Pads | Workwear Trousers | Dickies Trousers - Brookes UK

 

[bugs183]

Not enough of us take any ppe seriously.
I get as much kit, and invent as many methods that keep me off my knees in the first place.
Rollers on poles and fertiliser sprayers for priming and sealing, raimondi pedalo for grouting, scotch pad holders on poles etc for cleaning. Mechanics nitrile gloves for hand protection and a really powerful numatic vacuum cleaner so i'm not breathing in brushed up dust, or spreading it around the job.
Not to mention ear defenders, glasses and paint sprayers dust masks.
It all adds up, coming home deaf, having brown bogies and knackered knees has to take its toll at some point.