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This is part 2 of the series Power Pressure Washers - Water Jet Cleaning So Many Things, Amazingly Done In So Little Time. This episode explores how we use power pressure washers to clean boats, cars, blocked drains and gutters, as well as paint and rust removal.

As for boats, did you know that the greatest challenge for power pressure washers is to remove the algae and barnacles on their sides? Well, fret not, as all you need to do is to simply attach the high pressure dirt blaster and power up you water jet cleaning machine. For even more added power, use the wash brush as well. The barnacles will come off within seconds. But for contaminated areas, remember to use the double efficiency of both the wash brush as well as the manufacturer recommended detergent for full cleaning force.karcher pressure washer k216

Cars are another different category altogether. To a lot of car owners, keeping the paint job in gleaming condition is their priority and the greatest challenge for power pressure washers. The greater the pressure and the nearer you are with the water jet cleaning device from the car, the higher the probability of it stripping out your car paint. So always remember to keep your distance from the car when you are using the spray nozzle, switch it over to low pressure and use “fan” cleaning. In winter, water jet cleaning your car would also include removal of soot, sand, salt and grime at the bottom of the car. Use the brush accessory packaged in your machine and also the recommended detergent for even better results.

To some homes, after every rain storm, the drains, roof eaves, and gutters get blocked easily. There are specific pip cleaning kit available in the market which help you in household cleaning. Simply insert the cleaning head at the end of the hose into the blocked drain, press the trigger and the high pressure jets will propel the hose into the drain. If the process gets struck by the blockage, you have to continuously operate the trigger a few times for it to clear.

And finally, when you use power pressure washers to remove rust and paint from wrought iron, various types of painted or natural metals like aluminum, steel, etc, utilize the wet blasting kit which comes in some packages. These are the most effective tools for removing rust and paint from you iron gates, garden grills and rusting tools.

Amongst the most popular brands and models are as follows - Karcher Pressure Washers, McCulloch, Briggs Stratton. Click on the brands for more information.

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Many power pressure washers have debut into the home improvement scene of late. The initial makes and designs are mainly for industrial use but the home cleaning sector grew leaps and bound over the last 5 years. Nowadays, no home cleaning is complete without the reliable and efficient water jet cleaning machine.

Amongst those who have been using the power pressure washers, the general preference would be Karcher pressure washers due to a few reasons. They are made of high quality materials hence are of high quality end products. Karcher Pressure WashersThere is an extensive variety of add on accessories to the main pressure washers and the range of models cover almost every cleaning and washing needs you can think of. In addition, their large number of dealerships and efficient distribution global network helps greatly when it comes to ordering replacement parts fast and with ease. It is no wonder that Karcher pressure washers are the preferred machines when it comes to home cleaning and washing due to their extensive global network, reliability, as well as sturdy and lasting machines.

Its inventory of more than 15,000 individual pressure washer parts gives the average Karcher users almost a sure yes when it comes to locating any machine parts that may be required, regardless of the model and make. Karcher’s Rapid Exchange Program probably helped the availability of part as the scheme bypasses the hassles of a traditional repair program by providing a quick and free replacement for a pressure washer that requires in-warranty repairs. Instead of waiting weeks for your Karcher power washer to be repaired, you will be up and running again with the least possible amount of downtime. The old pressure washers are either refurbished or reconditioned to be resold in the market at cheaper rates or dismantled to expedite recycling of usable parts.

In addition, Karcher owners are also spoilt for choice with the extensive offerings of accessories and attachment to extend their power and type of usages of the machine. There is simply no end to the types of attachments and accessories in the market, simply run a check on the online stores and you will see the various types of specialized power pressure hoses, drain plugs, gutter cleaners, trigger guns, nozzle sprays, and more.

There are more to the efficiency of the Karcher Power Washer. Check for more information on Karcher Pressure Washers here.

First let me ask you a simple question. Why do you really need power pressure washers when you have your garden hose? The simple and short answer is that it cleans surfaces in less amount of time, is more thorough and it leaves you with time to enjoy other more important and fun things in life. And Briggs & Stratton Pressure Washers allows you to do just that.

And pressure washing makes cleaning a whole load of fun too. Power pressure washers are capable of cleaning everything from decks, driveways, siding, garage floors and even cars. The difference between Briggs & Stratton Pressure washers and other competing brands is that they are capable of delivering up to 75 times more power than your average garden hose. This, when compared to their counterparts which gives about 30 times more power than garden hoses is a massive advantage when you need superb power to blast away built-up mold, stubborn age old grease stains, dirt and grime to restore surfaces to like-new condition. The beauty of it all is that it only takes about a fraction of the time it would normally takes for your garden hose.

The Briggs & Stratton brand is the market leader for Gas Powered Pressure Washers which deliver superior cleaning performance, flexibility and durability.

Briggs & Stratton Pressure Washers Features That Make A Difference

Briggs & Stratton pressure washers are powered by Briggs & Stratton Engines, designed for easy starting and reduced noise and longer life. And if you need to do heavy duty cleaning, get engines with OHV design as they deliver cooler, cleaner and more efficient engine.briggs-stratton-elite-series-3400-psi

Using the Easy Start proprietary technology, the maintenance-free axial cam pumps enables machine starting smoother, with high performance pumps designed for frequent and long periods of use. And for the most challenging cleaning tasks, the professional grade triplex plunger pump with adjustable pressure guage which is intended for daily usage, delivers optimal performance.

The proprietary ProjectPro Nozzle System provides a wide range of nozzles with preset pressure and flow settings for different cleaning tasks. The lower pressure and higher flow nozzles are designed for gentle cleaning like cars/trucks, patio furniture, lawn equipment. The medium pressure and flow range are made for multi purposes like home siding, brick patios, wood decks, garage floors. Giving you the maximum power with high pressure and lower flow, this range of nozzles are made for stubborn or hard to reach surfaces such as 2nd story surfaces, paint removal, oil stains, rust removal etc. Its Pro-Style Spray Tips have predefined spray patterns ranging from pinpoint of 0 to wide fan-like 40 degree spray angles for various types of cleaning as well as a soap tip for managing the spray pattern.

Frustrated with forever twisting and kinked hoses? Well, with the Pressurized Hose Reel you are literally liberated. This reel allows you use as well as store your hose easily and neatly without twirls and entanglement. You only need to unwind the amount of hose need for the tasks.

Your pressure washer’s engine and pump can only do so much in terms of maximum power. What adds to the cleaning efficiency is its attachments and accessories. The turbo nozzle, for instance, cleans up to 40% faster than standard spray nozzles and is recommended as accessory for cleaning brick, concrete and vinyl surfaces. The utility brush sweeps dirt and grime away from surfaces and water flows through brush while applying detergent for maximum cleaning power on hard to clean areas. The Rotating Brush is capable of easily remove dirt from a variety of surfaces with water pressure spinning the inner brush while applying detergent for removing stubborn dirt from vehicles, boats, windows and other smooth surfaces. This two prong function is high efficient to say the least.

For information on other brands, also check out Karcher Pressure Washers and McCulloch Pressure Washers.



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