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Makita has launched a new Workwear range developed by Castle Clothing, the team behind TuffStuff Workwear.
The Head-to-Toe collection covers everything from base layers to outerwear, trousers, shorts and safety footwear, including dedicated womenswear sizes. Every piece is designed around the realities of site life: kneeling, climbing, lifting, stretching and working through all conditions.
According to the brand, performance features are built in where they matter most:
• CORDURA reinforcements in high-wear areas
• YKK zips are specified for durability
• Ripstop fabrics are used for strength without unnecessary bulk
• Durable PFC free water-repellent finishes are used for reliable weather protection
• Dedicated use of recycled fibres and responsibly sourced 100% BCI cotton
• Work-focused fits are designed for movement and all-day comfort
Marketing manager at Makita UK, Kevin Brannigan, comments: “When researching the UK workwear market, we spoke to several well-known workwear brands and conducted further research with our dealers before deciding on a partner who could provide a range of products and service levels that matched the standards that our customers expect from the Makita brand.
“As a result of intensive market research, the decision to establish a partnership between Makita UK and Castle Clothing soon followed, and we are certain that our dealer and end user customers will appreciate the quality, durability and styling of the new Makita workwear range.”
The collection launches in May 2026 through a network of dedicated trade stockists across the UK.
