Custom Fit Kneepads
ProKnee · United States
Full-length kneepads that move kneeling weight onto the shins, sized to each worker's leg measurements.
ProKnee's 0714 (standard) and 0714E (wide) are full-length kneepads, made in Maine, USA, for floor layers and other trades who kneel all day. A ribbed frame reaching from the knee to the boot spreads body weight along the shin rather than onto the kneecap, and the straps sit well below the knee joint. Each pair is picked from 18 lengths, two knee-seat widths and two cushion thicknesses; every part is replaceable.
- Frame lengths (AB 17–25.5 in)
- 18
- Calf girth that needs 0714E
- From 17.5 in
- Per kneepad at size AB 17
- 1.10–1.25 kg
- Warranty from date of purchase
- 1 year
- Model
- 0714 / 0714E
- Written from
- proknee.com
- Information as of
- Local partner
- Not in public info
At a glance
Reduces
Direct pressure on the knees during long periods of kneeling
Suitable for
Heavy, all-day kneeling (maker's rating). Its listed uses: carpet and hard-surface flooring (VCT, ceramics, hardwood, laminate, epoxy), concrete finishing, carpentry, roofing with approved safety tie-off devices, HVAC, automotive, airline work and ironwork.
Not suitable for
The maker names no unsuitable sites. Its conditions: roofing only with approved safety tie-off devices; a high instep or tall boots can throw off the sizing; keeping the non-marking rubber boot clean is the wearer's responsibility.
The maker's warnings (8)
01 · How it works
How the shin frame takes weight off the kneecap
Rather than a pad strapped over the knee, the 0714 is a frame running from the knee to the top of the boot, so kneeling weight is spread along the shin.
Because the frame runs the length of the shin, kneeling weight is spread from the knee seat to the lower end of the frame, and the centre of balance falls at mid-shin rather than directly on the knees. The maker says this reduces pressure on the knee and makes the wearer kneel with proper technique. A pocket-shaped knee seat holds the joint, and the front of the seat is angled up so that moving on the knees feels more natural.
- Top strap about 4 in (10 cm) below the knee joint
- Anti-twist cuff wraps 9 in (23 cm) of the lower leg
- Front of the knee seat angled up 10.5° (toe spring)
- Ribbed frame moulded from fibreglass-reinforced plastic resin
02 · Sizing
Measure, choose a cushion, check the fit
Each pair is chosen from the wearer's own measurements, so the maker asks for two measurements and a cushion choice. Its distributors can also take the measurements.
01Take off your shoes and stand straight
Measure in socks, standing upright. Do not take an inch or two off to allow for shoes or boots; the maker says that gives the wrong size.
- 02
Measure A–B: floor to top of kneecap
Measure from the floor (A) to the top of the kneecap (B) and round down to the nearest half inch, so 21¾ in becomes 21.5 in. This picks one of the 18 frame lengths.
- 03
Measure C: widest part of the calf
With work trousers on, measure around the widest part of the calf and round up to the nearest half inch. Up to 17 in (43.2 cm) takes the standard 0714; 17.5 in (44.5 cm) or more takes the wide 0714E.
04Choose the cushion thickness
1 in (25 mm) is recommended for 8 or more hours a day on the knees, past knee problems or surgery, or body weight over 200 lb (91 kg). 5/8 in (16 mm) suits 120–160 lb (54–73 kg) and gives a deeper knee cup.
- 05
Check the fit before the first job
Standing, push the pads down onto the shoes: the top should be within ¼ in (6 mm) of the top of the kneecap. Kneeling, the knee should sit snugly in the cup, with the thigh flush with the cushion's front edge.
03 · Models
Standard 0714 or wide 0714E
Both models share the frame design, the 18 lengths and the parts system. They differ in knee-seat width, calf range, liners and cushion inserts.
Calf girth (C)
- 0714 Standard
- 9–17 in (22.9–43.2 cm)
- 0714E Wide
- 17.5 in (44.5 cm) and up
Knee-seat width
- 0714 Standard
- 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm)
- 0714E Wide
- 7 3/16 in (18.3 cm)
Frame lengths (AB)
- 0714 Standard
- 18
- 0714E Wide
- 18
Cushion thickness
- 0714 Standard
- 5/8 in or 1 in
- 0714E Wide
- 5/8 in or 1 in
Weight per kneepad, 5/8 in cushion
- 0714 Standard
- About 1.10 kg (2.43 lb)
- 0714E Wide
- About 1.14 kg (2.52 lb)
Weight per kneepad, 1 in cushion
- 0714 Standard
- About 1.17 kg (2.59 lb)
- 0714E Wide
- About 1.25 kg (2.75 lb)
Kneepad SKU (catalogue)
- 0714 Standard
- 14SCFP58 / 14SCFP1
- 0714E Wide
- 14ECFP58 / 14ECFP1
Complete rebuild kit SKU
- 0714 Standard
- 14SCR58 / 14SCR1
- 0714E Wide
- 14ECR58 / 14ECR1
Cushion insert SKU
- 0714 Standard
- 14SFI58 / 14SFI1
- 0714E Wide
- 14EFI58 / 14EFI1
Liner SKU
- 0714 Standard
- 14SNWL
- 0714E Wide
- 14ENWL
Weights are the maker's figures for one kneepad at size AB 17; add about 14 g (1/2 oz) for each extra 1/2 in of length. The maker's size chart shows AB sizes from 17 to 25.5 in. In SKUs, 58 means a 5/8 in cushion and 1 a 1 in cushion.
04 · Specs
Specifications of the 0714 and 0714E
Fit and sizing
- Models
- 0714 Standard and 0714E Wide
- Frame lengths
- 18, by AB measurement (17–25.5 in, 43.2–64.8 cm, in 1/2 in steps on the maker's chart)
- Knee-seat width
- 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm) standard; 7 3/16 in (18.3 cm) wide
- Calf girth (C)
- 9–17 in (22.9–43.2 cm) for 0714; 17.5 in (44.5 cm) and up for 0714E
- Strap position
- Top strap about 4 in (10 cm) below the knee joint
- Fit check
- Top of the kneepad within ±1/4 in (6 mm) of the top of the kneecap
Frame, boot and cushion
- Frame
- Ribbed components moulded from fibreglass-reinforced plastic resin; boot plate 1/8 in (3.2 mm) thick
- Toe spring
- Front of the knee seat angled up 10.5°
- Rubber boot
- White 3-ply polynitrile, 3/16 in (4.8 mm), non-skid and non-marking; screwed to the frame
- Cushion insert
- Cellular urethane foam, latex-free; one full-length, size-specific piece with a wear liner on both sides; 5/8 in (16 mm) or 1 in (25 mm)
- Anti-twist cuff
- Moulded in; wraps 9 in (23 cm) of the lower leg
- Liner
- Tucked-in no-wrinkle liner, moisture-wicking, 3/16 in (4.8 mm), hand washable; separate standard and wide versions
Straps and buckles
- Buckles
- SmartLock Plus quick release, 1 3/4 in (44 mm) wide, plastic resin, patented, made in USA
- Straps
- Elastic poly woven yarn, 1 3/8 in (35 mm) wide, with silicone gripper
- Replacement strap
- Universal strap, about 24 in (61 cm): cut to length leaving 3 in (7.6 cm) and singe the cut end
- Strap mount
- Patented curved modular mount of flexible, tear-resistant plastic resin
Weight, origin and service
- Weight per kneepad (AB 17)
- 0714: about 1.10 kg (5/8 in) or 1.17 kg (1 in); 0714E: about 1.14 kg or 1.25 kg
- Made in
- USA (Whitefield, Maine)
- Patents
- US 10441007 B2, CA 2895405, EP 2941136 B1 (maker's 2024 catalogue)
- Warranty
- 1 year from purchase: frames and buckles against breakage; cushions against flattening or separating from the frame
- Parts and repair
- All parts replaceable; complete rebuild kits, parts kits and factory rebuilds through distributors
05 · Cautions
Fit and use warnings from the maker
Most of the maker's warnings concern sizing: used or worn kneepads carry a 30% restocking fee when exchanged.
Our summary, then the maker's own words
Roofing appears in the maker's list of uses only together with approved safety tie-off (fall-arrest) devices.
In the maker's words:
roofing (with approved safety tie off devices)
proknee.comDo not take an inch or two off the floor-to-kneecap measurement to allow for shoes or boots; it gives the wrong size.
In the maker's words:
please do not subtract an inch or two to adjust for the shoe or boot – this will not give an accurate size
proknee.comA high instep or tall boots can throw off the size even when the measuring guide is followed.
In the maker's words:
if someone has a high instep or tall boots, it can throw off the size.
proknee.comCheck that the size is right before wearing the kneepads on a job.
In the maker's words:
Please verify that you have the correct size kneepads BEFORE you wear them on a job to avoid a restocking fee.
proknee.comIf the size is wrong, do not wear the kneepads: used pads carry a 30% restocking fee when exchanged.
In the maker's words:
Please DO NOT WEAR the kneepads. There will be a 30% restocking fee if the kneepads are used.
proknee.comDo not adjust a wrong-size pair yourself; doing so voids the warranty.
In the maker's words:
Please DO NOT ADJUST the kneepads, as this will VOID the warranty and a restocking fee could apply.
proknee.comThe rubber boot is non-marking, but keeping it clean is the wearer's job; the care guide asks for cleaning daily or as needed to remove grit and grime.
In the maker's words:
Non-marking material (user’s responsibility to keep clean)
proknee.comA cracked or broken frame is not eligible for a factory rebuild.
In the maker's words:
Frames with cracks or breaks will not be eligible for a factory rebuild.
proknee.com
06 · FAQ
Wearing in, rebuilds and care
How long does it take to get used to them?
Between one day and one week, depending on how much they are worn and for what kind of work.
From the maker's siteCan carpet fitters wear them with a knee kicker?
Yes. The maker says about half of its carpet-installer customers use them with a knee kicker.
From the maker's siteAre the cushions latex-free?
Yes. The cushion inserts are urethane foam, which the maker states is latex-free.
From the maker's siteCan the cushion thickness be changed later?
Yes. With a complete rebuild kit or a factory rebuild, either thickness can be ordered, whatever the pads came with. Cushions are size-specific, so the AB size and the model (standard or wide) are needed.
From the maker's siteHow long does a factory rebuild take?
Usually 3–6 business days once the pads reach the repair department, plus shipping each way, which the maker puts at 2–10 business days within the US and Canada. Factory rebuilds are bought through a distributor.
From the maker's siteHow should the kneepads be cleaned?
Unscrew the rubber boot, take the liner off its hook-and-loop strip and hand-wash it with dish or hand soap. The cushion is scrubbed and rinsed while still tied to the frame; water does not harm it, and damp pads can be used. Scrape residue off the boot, then wipe it with Clorox wipes or charcoal lighter fluid.
From the maker's site07 · Videos
Maker's videos on fitting and rebuilding
From the maker's YouTube channel, Mr. ProKnee. The videos are in English.
ProKnee® Custom Made Custom Fit Kneepads | Promo 2019
Mr. ProKnee · 1:07 · English
Plays from YouTube once started. Open on YouTube
Finding Your Measurements in 3 Simple Steps | ProKnee® Tips
Mr. ProKnee · 0:33 · English
Plays from YouTube once started. Open on YouTube
How NOT To Size Your ProKnee® Kneepads | ProKnee® Tips
Mr. ProKnee · 1:04 · English
Plays from YouTube once started. Open on YouTube
ProKnee® 0714/0714E Kneepads | How To Complete Rebuild
Mr. ProKnee · 4:12 · English
Plays from YouTube once started. Open on YouTube
08 · Sheet
Side by side, on the same sheet.
Every product in the catalog is described with the same fields, in the same order, so you can compare them side by side. What it reduces and where it fits are at the top of this page.
- Key specs
- Full-length kneepad: a ribbed frame of fibreglass-reinforced plastic resin spreads kneeling weight along the shin; top strap about 4 in (10 cm) below the knee joint. 18 lengths (AB 17–25.5 in); knee seat 5 1/4 in (0714) or 7 3/16 in (0714E, for calves of 17.5 in/44.5 cm or more). Latex-free cellular urethane cushion, 5/8 in (16 mm) or 1 in (25 mm); 3-ply polynitrile rubber boot; moisture-wicking liner; SmartLock Plus buckles. About 1.10–1.25 kg per kneepad at size AB 17. All parts replaceable. Made in USA.
- Price conditions
- Not in public info
- Trial
- Not in public info
- Lead time
- Not in public info
- Service and repair
- 1-year warranty from the date of purchase (maker's terms): plastic frames and buckles against breakage; cushion inserts against losing their compression set or separating from the frame (slight tearing where the cushion is attached is excluded). Proof of purchase and a return authorisation number are needed; repairs are done at the maker's facility in Maine, USA. 30-day money-back guarantee through the place of purchase (30% restocking fee if worn). Parts, rebuild kits and factory rebuilds are sold through distributors.
- Local partner
- Not in public info
- StandardsMaker's declaration
- Not in public info
09 · Documents
Documents and links.
Official files and pages from ProKnee. Each opens on the maker's site.
- Model 0714 & 0714E sell sheet (2024)Brochure · English · PDF
- Spec sheet, Models 0714 and 0714EDatasheet · English · PDF
- How to measure: get your custom fitGuide · English · PDF
- Checking the fit with an existing pairGuide · English · PDF
- Parts and assembly, Model 0714/0714EUser manual · English · PDF
- Care instructions for all kneepad modelsUser manual · English · PDF
- How to fit the SmartLock Plus buckleGuide · English · PDF
- Guarantee, warranty and exchangesWeb page · English · proknee.com
10 · Maker
ProKnee
United States
ProKnee Corp is a family-run company in Whitefield, Maine, started by flooring installer Lee E. Richards; it has made kneepads since 1989. It makes custom-fit and all-purpose kneepads, replacement parts and flooring tools at its factory in Whitefield. Since 2020 it has sold only through distributors, with over 400 locations, mostly in the US and Canada.
- Founded
- 1989
- Headquarters
- Whitefield, Maine, USA
- Website
- proknee.com
Sources50
Read on . Each date below is the version we read: an archived copy's capture date, or a document's own date.
- ProKnee: 0714 0714E Custom Fit Kneepads (product page)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Measure in 3 Simple Stepsproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: ProPointer Cushions (lightbox)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: ProPointer Fit (lightbox image)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: ProPointer Standard vs Wide Frame Widths (lightbox image)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: 0714 0714E ProFeatures (lightbox)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Model Identifierproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: What Size Do I Have 0714 0714Eproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Our Guaranteeproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: FAQsproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Terms & Conditions (last updated 26 May 2020)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Replacement Partsproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Model 0714 Standard Parts / Kits Finderproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Model 0714E Wide Parts / Kits Finderproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Model 0714 Standard Complete Rebuild Kitproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Model 0714E Wide Complete Rebuild Kitproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Universal Strap (part page)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: SmartLock Plus Quick Release Buckle (part page)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Strap Gripper (part page, posted 22 January 2026)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: SmartLock Plus and Tucked-in Linersproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Strap/Buckle Update (posted 4 June 2023)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Kneepads overviewproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Our Storyproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: About the Brand / What We Offer / Model 0714/0714E (lightboxes)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Distributor Resourcesproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Online Storesproknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Interactive distribution map and its locator data (413 locations)proknee.com ·
- ProKnee: Home pageproknee.com ·
- PDF: Model 0714 & 0714E sell sheet (created 2024-09-17)proknee.com ·
- PDF: How to measure, custom fit sell sheet (created 2024-09-17)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Spec sheet, Models 0714 and 0714E (2018)proknee.com ·
- PDF: 0714/0714E ProFeatures (2019)proknee.com ·
- PDF: How to Measure (2017)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Proper fit with an existing kneepad (2018, modified 2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Care instructions for all kneepad models (2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Parts & assembly, Model 0714/0714E (December 2021)proknee.com ·
- PDF: SmartLock Plus how to fit (2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Kneepad recommendation chart (2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: 0714 vs AP16 comparison (2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Product offering catalogue (January 2024)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Replacing the 0714/0714E cushion insert (2019)proknee.com ·
- PDF: Replacing the 0714/0714E tucked-in liner (2021)proknee.com ·
- PDF: What size do I have, sell sheet (2022)proknee.com ·
- PDF: The Ergonomics of Kneeling, article by Lee Richards (2017)proknee.com ·
- YouTube: ProKnee® Custom Made Custom Fit Kneepads | Promo 2019 (Mr. ProKnee)youtube.com ·
- YouTube: Finding Your Measurements in 3 Simple Steps (Mr. ProKnee)youtube.com ·
- YouTube: How NOT To Size Your ProKnee® Kneepads (Mr. ProKnee)youtube.com ·
- YouTube: ProKnee® 0714/0714E Kneepads | How To Complete Rebuild (Mr. ProKnee)youtube.com ·
- YouTube: Mr. ProKnee channel, videos listyoutube.com ·
- Hardwood Floors Magazine: ProKnee Introduces Bomber Pad (21 April 2025), corroboration onlyhardwoodfloorsmag.com ·
We wrote this page from ProKnee's public website and documents as of . ProKnee has not confirmed anything on it and is not involved with this site. Photos and videos are ProKnee's own, each linked to where it appears. Items the maker does not publish are marked “Not in public info”. Standards are the maker's declarations; we do not judge compliance.
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