The pressure washer pictured here features an LED display on the trigger gun, which shows the pressure level selected, as well as an example application. This makes it easy to find the right setting for every application. Quite apart from the outstanding cleaning performance, cleaning with a pressure washer also saves water, because while around 3, litres flow through a garden hose in an hour, a pressure washer uses just to litres.
The saving effect is compounded since the high water pressure speeds up the work. A pressure washer can also be used by artists. With small templates or elaborate technique, you can create impressive images.
Reverse graffiti does not add anything to surfaces, but instead removes dirt. In this case, for once: the dirtier the better. Because more dirt makes the clean art easier to see. The surface should also be as smooth and even as possible, which is why concrete and natural stone surfaces produce the best results.
It is important to note that unlike classic graffiti, reverse graffiti simply cleans up the surface, and the art may disappear within a few weeks depending on the amount of dirt the surface collects over time. However, artists should still ask for a permit to use public surfaces for reverse graffiti.
But on your own property, your driveway, house wall, or in your garage, you can be as creative as you like. Together with the artist Klaus Dauven, we have created impressive artworks in places like the Oleftalsperre, a dam in Hellenthal in the Eifel region of Germany see below and on the Matsudagawa Dam near the Japanese city of Ashikaga — all done with pressure washers.
Skip to content Skip to navigation. How does a pressure washer work? How is a pressure washer made? First, we install small parts like gaskets, pressure valves and springs. Some light-duty pressure washers run off your home's electricity supply.
These electric units are compact, quiet and easy to move around. More powerful, medium and heavy-duty models are powered by gas engines. Gas engine models are great if you're working outside in places where an electric supply is hard to find or where stringing extension cords together would be dangerous or inconvenient.
A typical pressure washer contains the following primary components assembled together onto a metal frame in a single unit:.
We are not only the trusted, industry leader in pressure washers, we are the premier maker of small engines in the world — with a legacy and reputation unmatched by the competition. The certification program provides consumers with reliable and verified performance data. Pressure washer manufacturers state the pressure PSI and flow rate GPM ratings so consumers can understand performance in order to make the proper cleaning power selection for their needs.
PW is the industry standard that provides a uniform method for testing and rating the primary performance characteristics of pressure washers that produce high pressure water. PWMA members test their products in accordance with the standard so that consumers can compare pressure washer performance and have confidence in the advertised ratings of the products.
In order to obtain the certification, manufacturers must have their gas and electric pressure washers tested and verified by an independent third party. To learn more about the PWMA, its verification process and standards, visit www. However, like all powered products, there are several things you should do to make sure your pressure washer is ready to run when you need it. After each use, clean debris off unit.
Store in a spot in your garage or outbuilding where you can easily get to it. If at all possible, store it inside where it will be dry, protected and easy to get to. Refer to your operator's manual for specific instructions. All rights reserved. Change Region. United States. New Zealand. Latin America. Push Mower Engines. Riding Mower Engines. Commercial Power. The more powerful your pump and motor are, the more you can potentially accomplish when it comes to PSI or the amount of water you pump out at once.
However, a larger engine will also make your pressure washer a lot heavier, which means it may be harder to transport around the garden if you have a lot of work to do.
The pressure washer hose and wand are the tools you use to control a direct stream of water onto a specific surface. Depending on the kind of work you need to do, you can get hose tips that deliver different results. Some help to spread the water out for a faster clean that uses less water. Other nozzles might be specially designed for tackling tough stains.
The trigger gun or hose that you use accelerates the water in your machine in the right direction, maintaining water pressure as you work. These variable lances make it easier to vary the force of your water flow from a focused point to broader coverage. This can be useful for cleaning cars, decking , and other surfaces that may be damaged easily. These high-powered nozzles are very powerful and focused. Often, rotary jets are advised for removing stains from paving slabs and concrete.
You can also find angled and adjustable lances to help with cleaning under garden furniture and beneath cars. The trigger will be how you tell the gas or electric motor to make the pressure that pushes the water through your machine. Most pressure washers will turn off automatically when you stop pressing the trigger. Thick handles and easier to use triggers make it easier to control the spray and how the water flows, as well as make it more comfortable for you.
A good pressure washer may feature a set of wheels and a long handle so you can pull your device without bending. Some of the best cleaning kits also include a power washing machine, which is a slightly different version of pressure washer cleaning.
If you like using your pressure-based device for all of your cleaning strategies, then an option capable of using hot water may be able to get rid of dirt faster.
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