Mason / Roofer work shorts

Characteristics of construction shorts

The BTP shorts are practical and functional equipment, with kneepad pockets that ventilate the legs. Compared to trousers, cropped trousers offer more comfort and are very popular with those who work in the heat. Compared to the shorts, the shorts have reinforcements on the knees, which protect against friction and the risk of injury. These reinforcements also prevent deformation and premature wear of the garment.

The construction shorts are therefore the ideal solution if you want to be comfortable during the summer. It provides comfort and protection, especially for those who regularly work in a kneeling position.

Other than that, the short pants BTP has multiple pockets where workers can store their tools. It is also very breathable, resistant and offers great freedom of movement. In addition, the BTP cropped pants are available in several sizes, colors and materials, with models for men and women. The BTP shorts go perfectly with your other outfits and provide a more trendy and relaxed appearance. Besides, you can wear it with a t-shirt, a polo shirt or a work vest.

Standards of construction trousers

The pantacourt BTP complies with various regulatory standards including:

The EN 14404 standard: relating to knee protection, which is independent of any clothing and is fixed around the leg.

The EN ISO 11612 standard: which certifies the resistance of the garment to flames and heat.

The standard EN ISO 11611: which specifies the minimum performance requirements of the garment during welding work or other related technical processes.

The EN 24920 standard: relating to the water resistance and impermeability of a fabric.

The EN standard ISO 20471: concerning high visibility clothing, in order to be noticed without ambiguity and in all circumstances, day and night in the light of a vehicle's headlights. These garments are specially designed for those who work on the road or on construction sites, where there are a lot of vehicles and mechanical equipment.

Some models of construction shorts

To keep you comfortable and safe on the jobsite, top brands like Blaklader and Helly Hansen offers cropped pants perfectly suited to your working environment. work.

Construction shorts Blaklader

Simple, durable and hard-wearing, the BTP Blaklader pant come in different designs, and are made from a variety of materials such as denim, cotton and polyester. These shorts are therefore very flexible, solid and comfortable. They have many advantages such as storage pockets reinforced with Cordura, button fly, elasticated waistband, pre-shaped knees, knife holders and triple stitching in the crotch. These pantacourts are therefore very practical on a daily basis, and will be very useful to you in carrying out your tasks.

BTP Helly Hansen cropped trousers

The Helly Hansen construction pants are also very durable and offer great freedom of movement. They are made from a 4-way stretch fabric with a reinforced crotch and Cordura reinforcement fabric, applied to the elbows, seat, knees and inner hem. The brand's cropped pants are chic and stylish, with modern cuts and improved pockets. The Helly Hansen cropped trousers are made of cotton, polyester, polyamide and elastane, which makes them quite flexible, light and resistant. These construction trousers are suitable for all types of work, whether indoors or outdoors, and protect you even in the most difficult conditions.

Maintenance of construction shorts

In order for them to keep their protective functions, your work uniforms must be cleaned regularly and properly. To do this, you can wash them by hand or use a washing machine respecting the maximum washing temperature indicated on the label. For cotton shorts, for example, they can be washed up to 95°C, if it's white cotton, and up to 60°C if it's colored cotton. For polyester, elastane and polyamide garments, the temperature should be up to 40°C.

Since on a construction site there is a lot of dust and dirt, it is recommended to use detergents to remove stains. Favor natural stain removers such as Marseille soap which is also a bactericidal disinfectant.

To dry, you can hang them on a line, hanger in the air or use a dryer if indicated on the label. Check the label carefully because some fabrics cannot withstand the high temperatures of machines which tend to alter and damage them.