Pressure washing is a quick and easy way to clean any surface. It’s very easy to use and cheaper than more labor-intensive options like power washing or even renting a machine. Pressure cleaning is more environmentally friendly, the only byproduct of using it is water plus whatever soap you decide to add. If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to clean your home, vehicle, or outdoor furniture/grills, then pressure washing should be your go-to option!
Pressure cleaning is a process where you add soap to your water supply and add pressure by pushing out the water with a pump. The pressure going through the gun nozzle cleans any surface because it’s strong enough to break down dirt, grease, mold/mildew, and other organic matter that accumulates over time. Cleaning in this manner is a much easier way compared to power washing or using a machine that can be very difficult to use.
There are several different types of nozzles but the most used is the fan-type nozzle which has many holes spread out in an array so that when it sprays it will cover more surface area at once. This type of nozzle allows for higher PSI (pounds per square inch) and GPM (gallons per minute). You can get a variety of types of nozzles depending on your needs. The 0° nozzle sprays a fan-shape which is great for degreasing while the 15° nozzle sprays a 45° angle that gets into hard-to-reach areas which makes it perfect for cars, motor homes or even gutters/spouts.
If you’re going to be using any soap with your water supply, make sure you use biodegradable soap so as not to cause any harm to the surrounding area. For pressure cleaning to be truly effective against gunk buildup on any surface, it must have ample amounts of time to break down the matter so don’t rush the process. When you use it to clean your car, be sure to take off anything that might fly off during the process. Make sure the gun is securely fastened so you don’t injure yourself or anyone else by having it fly out of your hand!
If your surface is extra dirty and you’re using a larger nozzle, don’t use soap. For smaller nozzles that spray wider or more focused areas, adding soap to the water supply will help break down any matter clinging to the surface. Just add a few tablespoons of dishwashing soap and wait until it bubbles before applying pressure to the nozzle.
Pressure washers are widely available for purchase at home improvement stores or online retailers like eBay or Amazon. Some people might think renting would be more affordable but keep in mind that you’ll need to buy detergent so if you’re planning on cleaning several surfaces at once it’s much cheaper just to buy one yourself.
The main appeal of power washing over regular old-fashioned methods is that it’s going to do the job faster. The downside is that there are a lot of risks involved, not just for the user but for surrounding buildings and people as well. Even without detergent in your water supply, there have been cases where pressure washing has caused damage to homes or other surfaces. This can be avoided if you follow procedure and use soap as explained above!
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