Built for painters who spend long days climbing, kneeling, cutting, rolling, and moving.
The 054 Painter’s PRO Kneepad Work Pants combine clean white painter style with ACTIONFLEX® DX stretch fabric and easy-access, top-loading kneepad pockets for SQUISH® knee pad inserts. They’re made for painters who want mobility, durability, and knee protection without bulky, stiff work pants getting in the way.
Designed with reinforced stitching, large front pockets, utility-style leg pockets, a yoke cell pocket, tape-measure clip, hammer/brush loop, and a refined regular fit, these pants bring painter-specific function to long days on the job.
SQUISH® knee pad inserts sold separately.
The 054 Painter’s PRO Kneepad Work Pants are built for painters, drywall pros, wall covering installers, and finish crews who need clean white painter pants with real kneepad-pocket function.
Designed with easy-access, top-loading external kneepad pockets, these PRO pants are compatible with SQUISH® knee pad inserts so you can add cushioning and protection when the job demands it. Remove the pads when you don’t need them, or move one set between multiple PRO pants.
Features:
• Easy-access top-loading kneepad pockets
• Compatible with SQUISH® knee pad inserts
• SQUISH® pads sold separately
• ACTIONFLEX® DX stretch fabric
• Durable abrasion and tear resistant twill
• Moisture management technology
• UPF 50+
• Fabric will not shrink or fade
• Refined, regular fit
• Reinforced stitching at stress points
• Large front pockets
• Multi-compartment utility-style leg pockets
• Yoke cell phone pocket
• Tape-measure clip
• Hammer/brush loop
• YKK fly zipper
• Metal shank waist button
Best for:
Painters, drywall finishers, wall covering installers, finish crews, trim work, spraying, rolling, prep work, shop work, and long days kneeling or climbing on the job.
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your order and delivery location.
Orders typically ship within 1–3 business days. Once your order ships, tracking information will be sent to the email used at checkout.
Expedited shipping orders must be placed by 11:00 AM Mountain Time to have the best chance of shipping the same business day. Expedited orders placed after 11:00 AM, on weekends, or on holidays may ship the next business day.
Returns are accepted within 30 days on eligible items. Products must be returned in new, unworn, unwashed condition with original tags and packaging.
Final sale, closeout, worn, washed, damaged, or altered items are not eligible for return.
For sizing help, product questions, exchanges, or return support, contact us and we’ll help get you dialed in.
WAIST
Measure around the waist where you normally wear your pants.
HIP/SEAT
Measure around the fullest part of your seat.
THIGH
Measure around the thigh, 3" down from the crotch seam.
LEG OPENING
Measure around the bottom opening of the pant leg.
INSEAM
Measure the inside of your leg from the crotch down to the bottom of your ankle to find your correct inseam length. Inseam measurements are the same as the tag size.
Our men's work pants are built with a regular fit and ACTIONFLEX® DX stretch fabric for easy movement without feeling baggy.
If you are between waist sizes, we recommend sizing up for more room through the waist and thighs.
Measurement tolerances:
Waist: ±0.75"
Hip/Seat: ±0.75"
Thigh: ±0.50"
Leg Opening: ±0.25"
Inseam: ±0.25"
| Size | Waist | Hip/Seat | Thigh | Leg Opening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30W | 31.5" | 40" | 23" | 16" |
| 32W | 33.5" | 42" | 24" | 16.25" |
| 34W | 35.5" | 44" | 25" | 16.5" |
| 36W | 37.5" | 46" | 26" | 16.75" |
| 38W | 39.5" | 48" | 27" | 17" |
| 40W | 41.5" | 50" | 28" | 17.25" |
| 42W | 43.5" | 52" | 29" | 17.5" |
| 44W | 45.5" | 54" | 30" | 17.75" |
They're comfortable and actually hold my tools, unlike other brands
Hi Ian, thanks for the great review! We’re glad the pants are comfortable and keep your tools close at hand.
Great pants
Hi Paul, thanks for the great review! We’re glad you’re enjoying your Painter’s Pro Kneepad Work Pants.
The best fit ever, I love them. I don't want to get them dirty, Iam buy bibs next.
Hi David, so glad you love the fit! Hope you love the bibs just as much—and don’t worry, these pants are made to get a little dirty!
As a Paint Contractor with 52 years in the business, I've tried all types of pants and overalls.
I purchased Two pair of the Pro Painter Pants with a set of Kneepads this Spring of 2026.
The pants are Great! Very durable, fit me well, and the Kneepads are real lifesavers (Knee savers) on hard surfaces.
I ordered an additional 3 pairs last week to get me through the Fall-Winter-Early Spring painting season.
The first two pairs are holding up extremely well, but they just look super grungy, due to the abuse they've been exposed to.
I'd recommend these pants to anyone, they're GREAT!
Hi Guido, thank you for your enthusiastic recommendation and for coming back for more! With 52 years of painting experience, your endorsement means a great deal. We’re delighted the pants are holding up to tough work and that the kneepads are helping protect your knees!
Super comfortable, knee pads actually work and tons of pockets. Excellent quality and don't shrink in the wash A+++
Hi Brad, thanks so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled the pants are comfortable, the knee pads do the job, and the pockets and quality are hitting the mark. We really appreciate your support!
Great
I own 4 pairs of ‘em and got some for my crew. Greatest paint pants I’ve ever owned 👍🏽
Hi Reagen, thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that our work pants meet your expectations and serve your crew well. We appreciate your support and look forward to providing you with more quality gear.
They're comfortable and actually hold my tools, unlike other brands
Hi Ian, thanks for the great review! We’re glad the pants are comfortable and keep your tools close at hand.
I love how they fit, look and feel. I hope they last for awhile. But very comfortable and not overly heavy material. Great job
Hi Brad, thanks for the great review. We’re glad you love the fit, look, and comfort of the overalls, and hope they serve you well for a long time!
Para tanto movimiento en el trabajo son muy flexibles, son cómodos para llevar.
Tienen varias bolsas ayuda con herramientas
¡Muchas gracias, Luis Fernando! Nos alegra saber que te resultan cómodos y flexibles para moverte en el trabajo, y que los bolsillos te ayudan a tener tus herramientas a mano. ¡Gracias por elegir Thrive Workwear!
Nicely made very good quality and great fit.
Hi Scott, thanks for the great review! We’re glad you’re happy with the quality and fit!
Great pants
Hi Paul, thanks for the great review! We’re glad you’re enjoying your Painter’s Pro Kneepad Work Pants.
These are the BEST pants! Definitely changed my whole life. The material is stretchy and is perfect for painting.
Hi Amanda, thanks so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled the Painter’s Core Work Pants are comfortable, stretchy, and perfect for your painting work. It means a lot to hear they’ve made such a difference!
Not too bulky and they stay put, no more re-adjusting from standing to kneeling.
