Stanley Hoodies, Fleeces & Sweatshirts
Stanley hoodies, fleeces and sweatshirts keep you warm without fighting your movement on site.
When you're starting early, working in a draughty shell, or bouncing between inside and outside all day, you need mid-layers that don't snag, ride up, or go baggy after a week. Stanley kit is built for graft, with practical fits you can layer under a jacket or wear on its own. Pick your weight for the season, then get back on the tools.
What Jobs Are Stanley Hoodies, Fleeces and Sweatshirts Used For?
- Working first fix in cold, dusty plots where you need warmth that still lets you reach, lift, and drill without feeling tight across the shoulders.
- Switching between outdoor set-up and indoor fit-out, where a fleece or sweatshirt is the quick layer you can throw on and peel off without stopping the job.
- Keeping warm on early starts and late finishes when you are loading the van, shifting materials, or setting out before the building holds any heat.
- Doing snagging and handover tidy-ups where you want a clean, presentable mid-layer that still stands up to knocks, dust, and constant wear.
Who Are Stanley Hoodies, Fleeces and Sweatshirts For?
- Chippies and joiners who need a warm layer that does not bunch up when you are on the saw, on the nailer, or working overhead.
- Sparks and plumbers working in unheated refurbs and lofts, where a fleece keeps you warm without the bulk of a big coat in tight spaces.
- Groundworkers, landscapers, and labourers who want a tough mid-layer for cold mornings, loading out, and general site graft.
- Maintenance teams and site supervisors who need something hard-wearing that looks tidy enough for walkthroughs but still works on the tools.
Choosing the Right Stanley Hoodie, Fleece or Sweatshirt
Keep it simple: pick the layer that matches how much you sweat and how exposed the job is, not what looks warm on the hanger.
1. Hoodie vs Sweatshirt vs Fleece
If you are in and out all day, a hoodie gives you quick head and neck cover when the wind picks up. If you are wearing a shell jacket most of the time, a sweatshirt sits flatter and layers cleaner. If you need warmth without weight for moving about, a fleece is the easy grab for cold mornings and draughty buildings.
2. Weight and warmth
If you are constantly active and carrying gear, go lighter so you do not end up soaked in sweat by mid-morning. If you are standing about setting out, driving, or doing snagging, go heavier so you are not shivering once you stop moving.
3. Fit for layering and movement
If you wear it under a jacket, avoid anything too bulky through the arms and shoulders or you will feel it when you are reaching and lifting. If it is your outer layer most days, size it so it covers your lower back when you are bending and does not ride up when you are up a ladder.
Workwear Add Ons That Make These Layers Earn Their Keep
The right extras stop you overheating, getting soaked, or tearing through your mid-layer halfway through the week.
1. Waterproof shell jacket
A hoodie or fleece keeps you warm, but it will wet out fast in proper rain. Throw a lightweight waterproof over the top and you stay dry without needing a massive insulated coat that ruins your movement.
2. Base layers
If you are sweating on the graft, a decent base layer stops that cold, clammy feeling when you step outside or stop moving. It also keeps your hoodie or sweatshirt fresher for longer between washes.
3. Work trousers with knee pad pockets
If you are up and down all day, warm tops do not help much when your knees are taking a battering. Proper work trousers and knee pads keep you moving and stop you wrecking your kit crawling about on concrete.
Shop Stanley Hoodies, Fleeces and Sweatshirts at ITS
Whether you need a lightweight layer for active days or a warmer fleece for cold starts, we stock a proper range of Stanley hoodies, fleeces and sweatshirts in the sizes and styles trades actually wear. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery.
Stanley Hoodies, Fleeces and Sweatshirts FAQs
Are these warm enough for winter site work, or do I still need a coat?
They are solid mid-layers, not a replacement for a waterproof or windproof shell. For cold, dry days you can get away with a heavier hoodie or fleece, but in wind or rain you will want a proper outer jacket over the top.
Do hoodies get in the way under a jacket or harness?
They can do if the hood is bulky. If you are wearing a shell jacket all day or using a harness, a sweatshirt or a flatter fleece is usually the better shout because it layers cleaner and does not bunch at the neck.
Will they shrink or go out of shape after washing?
Most shrink issues come from washing too hot or hammering them in a hot tumble dry. Wash cool, keep it sensible on the spin, and air dry if you can, and they will hold their fit far better over time.
What is better on site, fleece or sweatshirt?
If you are moving constantly, fleece is warm for the weight and easy to layer. If you are in tight spaces or wearing a jacket over the top, a sweatshirt tends to snag less and sits closer to the body, so it feels less bulky when you are working overhead or crawling about.
Are these tough enough for daily wear, or are they more for the van and the yard?
They are made for work, but no fabric top is indestructible. They will handle day to day site abuse, but if you are grinding, welding, or working around sharp block edges all day, wear a proper work jacket over the top to stop tears and burns.
