How to choose a high-pressure cleaner?
A pressure washer is an essential tool for keeping your outdoor space clean in all seasons. Whether it's for washing your patio panels, removing grime that clogs your car, cleaning your house's facade, or simply performing a spring cleaning, it's a must-have. But to do it all, you need a high-performance pressure washer that suits your needs. We'll show you how to choose one.
Features of a pressure washer:
A pressure washer is a powerful cleaning tool that operates using a motor and an internal pump. When connected to a water supply and a power outlet, this tool provides increased water pressure at the pump outlet. If the water pressure is approximately 3 bar at the tap outlet, it increases to 180 bar at the pump outlet. For ease of use, pressure washers are equipped with various attachments. Their tip (or the shaft itself) can be flat, rotating, or conical, and/or coupled with mechanical action (brushes or rotating brushes) to achieve optimal cleaning results.
Pressure, flow, and force:
Important criteria
The performance of a pressure washer is determined by its power, water flow rate (liters/hour), and pressure (in bars "B"). Depending on their characteristics, some models are better suited to cleaning specific surfaces.
- the pressure
Pressure is a key indicator when choosing a pressure washer. Expressed in bars (b), it determines the force with which water is forced out of the pump. The stronger the pressure, the more effective the cleaning. However, be careful, as excessive pressure can damage some supports (wooden decks, walls in poor condition, etc.).
- flow
The flow rate is measured in liters per hour. This measurement specifically indicates the amount of water propelled by the shaft. The higher the flow rate, the faster the cleaning.
- power
Power is expressed in watts (W). It is often a function of flow and pressure.
Cleaning accessories:
The most efficient pressure washer is undoubtedly the best-equipped. A wide range of accessories is available to meet all cleaning needs. The most useful are:
- telescopic spears
It allows you to clean the facade of your house without necessarily having to resort to scaffolding.
- brushes
They can be hand-held rotating brushes for easier cleaning of cars and garden furniture. There are also floor brushes specifically designed for cleaning patios. Not to mention car brushes.
- Drain and gutter cleaners
It makes it easier to clean gutters and drain pipes that are often filled with dead leaves.
- Water filters
It prevents nozzle clogging for optimal spraying.
- Lance Accessories
It offers optimal comfort in use and provides a long shaft length.
- hose accessories
It makes cleaning in high places easier and avoids having to move the cleaner at any time.