The Laboratory Protective Clothing category includes the instruments, accessories and consumables needed to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Selecting them as part of a complete workflow helps prevent compatibility problems that are easy to miss when individual items are considered separately. A practical point for this category is that franz Mensch and Unigloves provide a variety of high-purity laboratory caps, sleeves, and shoe covers designed to minimise particulate shedding and maintain the integrity of sterile environments.
PPE and safety products must match the identified hazard, because general-purpose protection may be unsuitable for a specific chemical, exposure route or task. For dependable results, compare identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, material compatibility, and fit and coverage and confirm that the selected item is suitable for both the immediate task and the surrounding workflow.
Risk assessment comes first, followed by selection of suitable engineering controls, PPE, emergency equipment, inspection routines and replacement intervals. Looking at the full sequence makes it easier to identify the correct accessories and consumables before the equipment is put into service in research, clinical, education, manufacturing, field and service laboratories. As part of the Laboratory Safety & PPE range, these products can be selected with the equipment and consumables used before and after this stage.
Our Laboratory Protective Clothing range
Our collection covers the main product groups used to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response, from aprons through to safety footwear.
Laboratory Aprons
The Laboratory Aprons range brings together products designed to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Guttasyn aprons, provided by LLG, use a combination of PVC and PE fabric to offer a high degree of liquid repellency and chemical resistance while remaining flexible enough for active laboratory work.
Laboratory Safety Caps
The Laboratory Safety Caps range supports laboratories that need to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Clip hoods, like those from Unigloves, feature a gathered elastic design that provides a more secure and comprehensive fit, ensuring all hair is contained within the protective barrier.
Laboratory Coveralls
The Laboratory Coveralls range supports laboratories that need to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. This multi-layer construction provides an excellent balance of high breathability and a robust barrier against particulates and light liquid splashes.
Laboratory Coats
The Laboratory Coats range supports laboratories that need to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Cotton lab coats, like the LLG series, are highly breathable, comfortable for long-term wear, and generally offer better resistance to static build-up compared to many synthetic alternatives.
Laboratory Oversleeves
The Laboratory Oversleeves range brings together products designed to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Tyvek 500 from DuPont offers a unique breathable yet highly repellent material, making it more comfortable for extended wear while providing superior protection against very fine dust and pressurized liquid splashes.
Laboratory Safety Footwear
The Laboratory Safety Footwear range supports laboratories that need to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. CPE (Chlorinated Polyethylene) foil, used in LLG disposable covers, is highly water-resistant and durable, making it ideal for protecting floors from wet spills and contaminants.
Featured brands
Kimberly-Clark is known for low-lint wipes, protective apparel and workplace hygiene consumables, AS ONE is known for cleanroom supplies, compact laboratory equipment and general consumables, and LLG Labware is known for practical laboratory consumables, accessories and routine bench supplies. Compare each brand by identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, material compatibility, and fit and coverage, and check what is included with the product so the complete setup is clear before ordering.
Why choose LabFriend for Laboratory Protective Clothing
For laboratory protective clothing, a technically suitable product is only useful when it also fits the laboratory's workload and operating procedure. LabFriend's knowledgeable team can help match options by identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, material compatibility, and fit and coverage, while the 100% online store gives laboratories access to competitive pricing, clear lead times and fast, reliable shipping throughout Australia.
Explore laboratory protective clothing as part of the complete laboratory safety equipment and personal protective equipment process rather than as a stand-alone purchase. Useful related areas include Laboratory Chemical Protective Gloves and Laboratory Aprons, which can help complete the surrounding workflow. This approach helps laboratories align equipment, consumables and accessories while retaining the convenience of one online order and dependable delivery across Australia. Add items to your cart and select Instant Quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is DuPont a leader in laboratory protective coveralls?
DuPont is world-renowned for its Tyvek® and Tychem® fabrics, providing laboratory coveralls that offer an exceptional balance of protection, durability, and comfort for handling hazardous chemicals and particulates. The final choice should reflect replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use, as these points influence day-to-day compatibility and repeatability.
How do Cryo.Expert and Uvex support specialised thermal safety?
Cryo.Expert specializes in ultra-low temperature protection, while Uvex provides high-performance safety footwear and apparel, ensuring researchers are shielded from thermal hazards and mechanical risks in the lab. For protective clothing, also check replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use so the product fits the complete procedure.
What are the benefits of using Bierbaum-Proenen laboratory coats?
Bierbaum-Proenen provides high-quality, professional laboratory coats designed with durable fabrics and functional layouts that withstand frequent industrial laundering while maintaining a professional appearance. Laboratories should compare replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use and document the selected setup for consistent use.
Are Ansell and Manulatex aprons suitable for heavy chemical use?
Ansell and Manulatex offer specialised laboratory aprons manufactured from high-performance materials like PVC or Nitrile, providing superior resistance to acids, bases, and oils during intensive liquid handling. The final choice should reflect replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use, as these points influence day-to-day compatibility and repeatability.
Can Franz Mensch and Unigloves disposables be used in cleanrooms?
Franz Mensch and Unigloves provide a variety of high-purity laboratory caps, sleeves, and shoe covers designed to minimise particulate shedding and maintain the integrity of sterile environments. For protective clothing, also check replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use so the product fits the complete procedure.
