Are your scrub caps suitable for operating theatres?

Yes. Our caps are designed for 60°C washing in line with NHS uniform guidance, and are used across operating theatres, labs, kitchens and clinical environments. They're tested through industrial washing and daily clinical use, and some clinical clients also autoclave them.

Will my scrub cap survive NHS commercial washing?

Yes. Our 100% cotton caps are tested to withstand commercial laundering and drying, and some clinical clients also autoclave them. The fabric and embroidery hold their quality through hundreds of wash cycles.

Can I order scrub caps in bulk for my department?

Yes. We supply NHS trusts, hospitals and healthcare organisations, with bulk pricing at 10, 100, 250 and 500+ caps, quoted on enquiry. Bulk orders can include consistent branding, department colours and individual name embroidery. Contact us for a quote, whether it's one team or a whole trust.

How do I know what size scrub cap to order?

Measure around your head where the cap will sit, typically just above your ears and across your forehead. Our size guide shows the measurements for each size, XS to 2XL, by style. If you're between sizes, size up, or order a Sample Box to try before committing, as people wear the same size differently.

What material are your scrub caps made from?

Our caps are made from 100% premium cotton (football-club caps are poly-cotton): breathable, comfortable during long shifts, and naturally absorbent, so there's no need for a separate sweatband. The fabric is tested for durability and comfort in clinical environments. We're also piloting hemp in some NHS trusts.

Are scrub caps worth it?

For most people who wear one every shift, yes. A reusable cap is comfortable over a long shift, can carry your name and role so your team knows who you are, and is made to be washed and worn for years rather than binned after a shift. As a guide, one full-time wearer on two sessions a day gets through around 464 disposable caps a year. Wash at 60°C where NHS workwear policy applies; in non-surgical settings like vet and dental practices, a normal wash is fine.

How do I choose the right size scrub cap?

Measure around the widest part of your head, above your ears and eyebrows, using a soft tape measure. Our scrub caps come in sizes XS to 2XL, fitting heads from under 51cm to over 65cm depending on style. If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort. Visit our sizing guide at medicuscaps.com/pages/scrub-caps-sizing-guide for detailed instructions and a size chart for each style.

What is the difference between a surgical cap and a scrub cap?

The terms are used interchangeably. A surgical cap (or theatre cap) is any head covering worn in the operating theatre to keep hair contained. Scrub cap is the everyday term used across healthcare settings. Whichever you call it, follow your employer's uniform policy on washing: 60°C where NHS workwear policy applies, or a normal wash in non-surgical settings like vet and dental practices.

Are scrub caps mandatory in UK hospitals?

Head coverings are expected in operating theatres, but the exact rules are set by each NHS trust's uniform and infection prevention policies. Most require theatre staff to wear a cap that fully contains the hair. Check your own trust's policy on whether reusable caps are allowed and how they should be washed.