Cars are mucky, there’s no escaping that. Whether it be mud and bird poo on the paintwork or oil, brake fluid and petrol spills, it’s very easy to end up filthy. Attempt to change your own oil and you’ll quickly realise how dirty cars are, and how oil has a magic ability to ruin your clothes and live under your fingernails for the rest of time. In short, there’s a reason mechanics wear overalls.
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Garage overalls will keep your regular clothes free of grime and can also be purchased to keep you safe from dangerous chemicals, extreme heat and even water. If you’re at all serious about working on your car, a set of garage overalls (also called boilersuits and coveralls) is a must. Don’t forget to pick up some garage gloves while you’re at it too (but keep some Swarfega to hand, because oil is spiteful).
The best garage overalls
JCB Trade Coveralls
The best garage overalls
Price: £35.38 | VIEW OFFER
For working on cars we recommend getting yourself a set of overalls from JCB. Made by the same company that makes those cool yellow diggers, these overalls are expertly made, hard-wearing and comfortable. The standout feature is the built-in knee protection, good news for anyone who regularly has to rest on their knees to work on the lower portion of a car. There are a number of reflective strips to keep you visible in poor lighting and two chest pockets for storing small items too.
Pros
• Excellent quality
• It’ll save your knees
Cons
• Pricey
Specs
Material: 65% cotton/35% polyester
Colour: Blue, black
Pockets: Two
Extras: Knee protection, reflective striping
Norman Black Work Wear Men’s Overalls
The best overalls for pockets
Price: £24.99 | VIEW OFFER
Packed with pockets, this set of overalls from Norman offers a grand total of nine pockets perfect for storing tools and just about anything smaller than the kitchen sink. It contains one sleeve pocket, two on the chest, two on the legs, two swing pockets and two back pockets too. It even has a small holder for a pen.
Pros
• Great storage options
Cons
• Not designed for heavy-duty work
Specs
Material: 65% cotton/35% polyester
Colour: Blue, black
Pockets: Nine
Extras: Knee protection, reflective striping
Blue Castle Bib-n-Brace
The best overalls for summer
Price: £15.95 | VIEW OFFER
The summer months can be hellish if you’re wearing a long-sleeved pair of overalls, which is why these dungarees are becoming more and more popular. Like the other overalls here, they’re made from a polyester and cotton blend and are tough enough to absorb any spillage safely. The difference here is that there is no sleeve coverage, meaning you’re free to wear an old t-shirt (or nothing) when the temperature means it’s too hot to wear full overalls.
Pros
• Looks great
• Perfect for summer use
Cons
• No arm coverage
Specs
Material: Cotton-polyester blend
Colour: Navy, white
Pockets: Three
Extras: Dungarees
Men’s Factory Worker’s Coveralls
The best budget overalls
Price: £14.99 | VIEW OFFER
Looking for an affordable set of garage overalls but don’t want to scrimp on quality? These hard-wearing and versatile overalls are an excellent choice without breaking the bank. The six included pockets will come in handy and the choice of five colours will allow for some extra style. The legs are rather long but can be turned up with no fuss.
Pros
• Affordable
Cons
• No bells or whistles
Specs
Material 65% cotton/35% polyester
Colour Red, blue, green, grey, burgundy
Pockets Six
Extras None
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