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Custom uniforms for cleaning and facilities management teams
For cleaning and facilities teams, the practical everyday uniform is a piqué polo of 200–260 GSM or a cotton jersey tee of 180–260 GSM with an embroidered or printed logo. Add a French terry or fleece sweatshirt for cold sites and early shifts. Pick colours that hide marks, and specify garments that hold their shape through frequent washing.
Key takeaways
- Piqué polos in 200–260 GSM breathe well for active, on-your-feet work.
- Cotton jersey tees run from 180 to 260 GSM, with TPU-taped shoulders so necklines hold.
- Sweatshirts come in French terry or brushed fleece, 320–400 GSM (up to 480), for cold sites.
- Logos are embroidered or printed on cut panels before sewing, for accurate placement.
- Every finished garment passes 100% metal needle detection.
What cleaning and facilities teams need
Cleaning and facilities staff bend, lift, walk long distances and move between offices, plant rooms and outdoor areas. Their uniforms get washed often and still have to look tidy in front of clients. So the fabric needs to breathe for physical work, survive frequent washing without shrinking or twisting, and carry clear branding so staff are recognisable on client sites.
Read why knit garments shrink to see what to specify.
Recommended garments and fabrics
| Garment | Fabric & weight | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Staff polo | Piqué, 200–260 GSM, flat-knit collar | Breathable, smart for client-facing sites |
| Everyday tee | Cotton single jersey, 180–220 GSM | Light and comfortable for active shifts |
| Heavier tee | Cotton single jersey, 240–260 GSM | More structured, holds its shape |
| Cold-site layer | French terry or brushed fleece, 320–400 GSM (up to 480) | Crewneck or zip sweatshirt for early or outdoor work |
Colour and branding
Mid and dark shades such as navy, charcoal or bottle green hide marks better than white or pale colours. For branding, an embroidered chest logo on polo shirts lasts through washing, and a screen-printed back print with the company or service name works well on T-shirts. You can also use one style in several colours as role colours for supervisors, cleaners and maintenance.
Compare methods in print vs embroidery.
Sizing and re-orders
Facilities teams change and grow, so plan for repeat orders. Agree a graded size chart and keep it on file. Plan size ratios from your staff list; see uniform size run planning. Pack by size with size stickers so each site gets what it needs, and keep your tech pack so re-orders match colour and fit.
What these garments are, and are not
These are branded knit uniforms for everyday work. They are not certified protective clothing or high-visibility garments. If a task requires PPE, source it separately and wear our garments as the base layer or off-task uniform.
How ordering works with us
- Brief. Roles, quantities per style and branding. The tech pack builder helps structure it.
- Spec. We confirm fabric, GSM, colours, decoration and size chart.
- Sample. You approve fit, colour and logo placement.
- Bulk. Production follows our 8-stage process, with fabric relaxation before cutting, final inspection and 100% metal needle detection.
Minimums, pricing and lead times are confirmed with your quote. See also logistics and warehouse uniforms and healthcare staff uniforms.
Final thoughts
A breathable polo or tee in a colour that hides marks, plus a warm sweatshirt for cold sites, covers most cleaning and facilities roles. Specify fabric weight and branding clearly, approve a sample and keep your spec on file for re-orders. Send us your brief and we will recommend garments for each role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best uniform for cleaning staff?
A breathable piqué polo or cotton jersey tee, with a sweatshirt layer for cold sites. Choose a fabric weight suited to the work and a colour that hides marks.
Are these garments protective clothing?
No. They are branded knit uniforms for everyday wear. If a task needs certified protective clothing, source that separately.
Can different roles have different colours?
Yes. Many facilities companies use one style in several colours to tell supervisors, cleaners and maintenance staff apart.
What is the minimum order?
Minimums depend on the garment, fabric and decoration, so we confirm them with your quote. Send us your brief and quantities per style.
RFQ · Tech pack or brief welcome