When it comes to workwear, the humble tabard is likely to be one of the first items of clothing that comes to mind. As well as within the workplace, tabards are also ideal for use around the home. Whether this is your first time buying a tabard for your home or you continually buy tabards in bulk for a business, there's lots of useful information to be learnt. Here's a complete guide to tabards, including when to wear them and how to use them:

What are tabards?

Tabards are a type of clothing used primarily for protective means. They are a kind of sleeveless garment with pockets attached, with holes in the top and sides for the wearer's arms and head to go through. In recent times, tabards have seen a boost in popularity among companies and individuals alike due to the versatility that they provide.

Wearing tabards within a business

Tabards are worn within many businesses. Any business that handles cleaning products, beauty products or food products on a regular basis will benefit from investing in tabards. This is because tabards, when worn, offer the dual purpose of both protecting and storing.

As protective pieces of workwear, tabards are essential for an employee that handles any kind of product that can damage or stain their clothing. This means that tabards are commonly utilised in hospitality environments. In hotels tabards are often worn by cleaning staff to protect from bleaches and other cleaning products. In cafes tabards are popular with counter staff to protect their clothes from food and drink spills.

The handy pockets on the front of a tabard are a great solution for workers. They can hold room keys, order pads, and any other number of handy items without the wearer accidently transferring anything onto their own clothes or uniforms.

Wearing tabards within the household

Alongside being worn by employees, tabards are also useful to wear around the house, especially when cleaning or cooking. This is because tabards provide quick and easy access to many of your essentials thanks to the pockets on the front of the tabard. Typically, tabards have two pockets, but some may have more.

Tabards are also useful for household cleaning as they allow you to use cleaning products with more confidence, knowing your clothing is protected underneath the tabard material. Some people also enjoy using a tabard when cooking meals for a large family or groups of friends as it makes using utensils, spices and more simpler and easier.

Using tabards within a business

The primary use of a tabard within a business is to protect employees when using potentially dangerous products such as chemicals or splashes from cooking fat. Good quality tabards are made from durable and easy-to-clean materials such as polyester, meaning that they're a great long-term investment for companies of all sizes, from SMEs to larger corporations.
However, another important use of a tabard is to create a solid sense of brand identity. By encouraging employees to wear the same tabard whilst working, they instantly become recognisable as being part of the company. This promotes a sense of togetherness, which is crucial for employee productivity and morale. The Cooksmill tabard collection is available in a large range of colours and sizes to fit in with your brand.

Using tabards within the household

Tabards aren't an essential piece of clothing when cleaning and cooking around the house, but they certainly help. The convenience and protection that comes with using a tabard are critical for the busy modern homeowner who worries about spillages and unnecessary laundry loads following a spring clean.

Of course, another benefit of investing in a tabard for around the home is the amount of variety available to you. Tabards come in many colours and sizes, meaning you can find the perfect tabard to suit both your style and sizing preferences.

Buying a tabard

Buying a tabard from Cooksmill is easy whether you are a home owner or a large business. We sell all our tabards singularly, meaning you only need to buy the number you actually need. Whether you are buying a single tabard or twenty you can be assured you are always getting the best wholesale price.

When buying a tabard, there are several factors you should consider. These are as follows:

• The size of the tabard
• The material of the tabard
• The colour of the tabard
• The storage of the tabard

Companies looking to purchase tabards will likely focus on the storage options provided and the material of the tabard to ensure longevity and great ROI. Meanwhile, homeowners looking to buy a tabard for themselves are more likely to focus on the size of the tabard, plus its colour to ensure a personal touch.

Shop tabards at Cooksmill today

Here at Cooksmill we sell a broad range of tabards suitable for purchasing on both a B2B and B2C basis. Whether you're a business owner looking for workwear or a proud homeowner seeking something to wear during house upkeep, Cooksmill is your one-stop-shop for tabards and more.