# Fortehouse Uniforms

Clothing manufacturers, Print shops · Nairobi, KE

Based in Nairobi, Fortehouse Uniforms cuts, sews and brands uniforms in its own workshop. Branding starts at one piece, with physical samples for a fee and a 48-hour turnaround after proof approval.

- Products: Workwear / uniforms, Sportswear / teamwear, T-shirts, Polos, Shirts / blouses, Jackets / outerwear, Aprons, Hats / caps, Hoodies / sweatshirts, Kids / baby
- Methods: Cut and sew, Embroidery, Screen printing, Heat transfer, Sublimation, Vinyl decoration
- Made in: KE
- Minimum: Branding from 1 piece; cut-and-sew minimum separate
- Samples: Physical branding sample for a fee; bulk size-set approval
- Price from: Unbranded Rounded Neck tee: KES 500 in S–XL; branding extra
- Turnaround: Branding: 48 hours after proof approval; rush 24 hours costs extra

## What they make

- School, medical, corporate, industrial, hospitality, security and sports uniforms are supplied with optional embroidery or printing.
- Capabilities include cut-and-sew production, printing, embroidery, blank garment supply.

## Minimums and pricing

- Branding starts at one piece; garment-making minimums are separate from the branding policy.
- An unbranded Rounded Neck T-shirt is KES 500 in S–XL; 2XL is KES 600, 3XL KES 700 and 4XL KES 800. Logo branding or label printing is optional.
- A 50-piece price tier lists KES 460; larger-size supplements and branding costs need an itemized quote.
- Bulk branding has a separate price; ask for a quotation naming the currency, quantity and inclusions.

## Samples and lead times

- Digital proofs precede branding. A physical branding sample is available for an additional flat fee; bulk size sets are approved before cutting.
- Standard branding takes 48 hours after proof approval; rush 24-hour production costs extra.
- Bulk orders have a separate 8–12 working-day estimate; agree its start point.
  - The bulk estimate has no stated start point. A separate sportswear statement gives five days; agree the garment and start milestone. These clocks differ from 48-hour branding after proof approval.

## Artwork and print areas

- Send AI, EPS or vector Portable Document Format files, or high-resolution PNG or JPEG images; PNG at 300 dpi or above is supported.
- Chest, back, sleeves, collar and cap placements are offered; exact print dimensions are not listed.
- Fortehouse Uniforms offers uniform supply and custom garment branding.

## Branding and packaging

- Digitizing and setup are free; Pantone-matched thread and ink colours are available.

## Shipping and fulfillment

- Delivery estimates are 3–5 business days for Nairobi and nearby towns, and 5–7 business days nationwide. Express delivery costs extra in selected areas.

## Where they produce

- Scrubs, doctor coats and lab coats are cut and sewn in the Nairobi workshop, with in-house branding.

## How to order and pay

- Payment confirms orders. Bulk/corporate production may need a deposit or full payment; M-Pesa, bank transfer and cards are accepted.
- Orders of 50 or more units have written bulk terms for timelines, deposits and delivery; quotes are normally valid for 14 days.

## Returns and misprints

- The Terms allow 7-day returns for unused goods with packaging and tags; customized or branded products and bulk orders are restricted, except defects.

## About the company

- The business is based in Nairobi, KE.
- Services include garment manufacturing, apparel decoration.

## Priced examples

| Product | Method and area | Price | Minimum |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Unbranded adult Rounded Neck T-shirt, S–XL; colour/size unselected |  | KES 500.00 per one unbranded Rounded Neck T-shirt, size S–XL |  |

## Worth knowing

- Free standard delivery uses conflicting thresholds: at least KES 10,000, over KES 10,000, or orders of 50 or more pieces.
- Return periods conflict: 30 days on the product banner and 7 days under the Terms, which exclude customized or branded goods.

## Ask before ordering

- Which delivery and return terms apply to my order?
- What is the physical sample fee and format?
- Does my quote include branding, larger-size charges and shipping?
- When does production start for bulk made-to-order uniforms?

## Sources

- [Fortehouse Uniforms own source/policy](<https://fortehouseuniforms.co.ke/>) (checked 2026-10-18)
- [Fortehouse Uniforms own source/policy](<https://fortehouseuniforms.co.ke/terms>) (checked 2026-10-18)
- [Fortehouse Uniforms own source/policy](<https://fortehouseuniforms.co.ke/branding>) (checked 2026-10-18)
- [Fortehouse Uniforms own source/policy](<https://fortehouseuniforms.co.ke/product/rounded-neck-t-shirts>) (checked 2026-10-18)

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