Floor Scrubber Brushes 101

When it comes to choosing the right floor scrubber brush or pad, things can get pretty overwhelming. In this video, we take a deeper dive in to the different pads and brushes that you can use for various projects. Learn more about types of floor scrubber brushes on our website: bit.ly/brushes-101
The different brushes we will talk about are:
• Scrubbing Pads (0:50s)
• Nylon Disk Brush (2:24s)
• Poly Disk Brush (3:32s)
• Light Grit Brush (4:15s)
• Heavy Grit Brush (5:12s)
• Rotating Brushes (8:02s)
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[@djprojugs6606]

When should you rotate a disc pad time wise? (10, 15, 25 hours for example) I use it 4-5 hours 5 nights a week. I looked in my manual and all it says is a brief description of different colored pads and how to install them but nothing about how long before flipping or completely replacing them.

[@espz0359]

Really enjoyed watching this video; very informative.

[@donaldgelzleichter8241]

what type of pad would you recommend for scrubbing wrestling mats? These have pretty heavy buildup.

[@tacoma81]

I've always used the softest brush for mats or rubber flooring.

[@kahlilx6222]

Great Video.....

[@factorycleaningequip]

Thank you for your feedback Rashard. I hope you were able to learn something from this video and found it to be very helpful. Have an excellent day!

[@elizabethpolhemus612]

My medal spindal ends bearings are wearing out about every 2 months. I have discovered that the cylinder brushes I ordered which was 28" is actually 27" and when I called my distributor they said the 27" is compatible. The brushes were also falling off the drive spindal. The tech changed the drive spindal but I am still having an issue with the bearings wearing out within a few weeks. Does anyone have a suggestion as to why

[@alexiasg.1107]

What about a blue brush whats the blue brush for a friend of mine told me is great for Marble floors is that right i want a brush to where i can autoscrubb VCT and marble at the same time VCT with finish is there such of thing?

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hi Sebastian, while different manufacturers have different color brushes, we're not quite sure which blue brush you're referencing. But, for your floors we can recommend either a nylon brush (should be soft to the touch) or white pad (soft, non-aggressive). Or if you need something a step up and more aggressive, a poly brush or red pad. Here's a blog that might help www.thesweeper.com/choosing-the-right-scrubber-pad-or-brush Also feel free to contact us at 800-793-3790.

[@alexiasg.1107]

@@factorycleaningequip You I was looking at your page but on the diagram it shows not good for terrazo and thats exactly what i need it for

[@factorycleaningequip]

@@alexiasg.1107 I apologize for the confusion, the diagram was wrong and I just edited it. The Soft Nylon brush will work well for gentle cleaning on Terrazo and Marble as well as the White Pad.

[@jessicathomas9560]

what type of brush should I use to clean a porcelain tile floor

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hello Jessica, anything from a poly to a nylon brush would work great on tile.

[@b3arwithm3]

Would it clean the grout lines well?

[@georgeyost7011]

what brush to use un unsealed wood floors?0

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hello George, thank you for reaching out. If using an auto scrubber on unsealed wood floors it is best to use either a brush or a pad that is non aggressive. Either a poly or soft nylon would work for a brush. If using pads, we recommend a white pad. If your auto scrubber has a water flow adjustment, it is also a good idea to turn it down in order that you do not flood your wood floor with lots of water. I hope this helps answer your question.

[@mikefoley4964]

What would I use on a Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) floor?

[@MaxwellFaro]

Great vid, thanks for this. Where can a guy find these types of brushes locally? Like I’m in Portland, OR and these aren’t very common in my usual hardware stores..

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hi Maxwell! We ship anywhere in the U.S., so we can definitely get these pads to you in Portland. Feel free to contact us here www.thesweeper.com/contact-us or give us a call at 800-793-3790 and we'd be more than happy to help!

[@JeffBourke]

He is 100% correct that a non-slip surface will SHRED THE PAD!!! If you're not careful it wears out the pad AND the pad holder!!!

[@versaceboyy8815]

Is there a special pad for epoxy floors and concrete with out damage any coatings?

[@factorycleaningequip]

yes!

[@Clip5299]

Hold on ✋ I've been using the black pad to scub bathroom tile and the red to strip wax, and the white to buffer

[@davyloo765]

Hi i just got a new scrubber.,... great info! can i ask how do you change the direction of the brush? to extend the life of the brush and have effective cleaning? i'm using a viper fang18c. thanks!

[@Tedrins]

What would you recommend for scrubbing a cedar deck? I'd like to use a scrubber in combination with a chemical stripper to remove old stain.

[@Outabreath]

Hi, what kind of brush would you recommend for exterior cleaning on sand jointed monoblock.Thanks

[@tijerinal1]

Thank you so much... I am about to buy a machine and here I am doing my homework! What am I getting into with the cost of liquids and tools needed for the machine. So informative. Very clear explanation. Now I just need to find the model number and will call you for specific info on my new machine. With this quarentine, cleaning is just the best thing to do.... Thanks 👍😊 again

[@factorycleaningequip]

You got it! Let us know if we ever can help

[@antoniodalessio8027]

Great video beautiful I like it

[@erickm0417]

I need one brosh for clean tile grout 20inch size

[@josephklimchock5412]

The grit brushes actually use a nylon bristle, not poly........big difference...

[@factorycleaningequip]

Joseph, yes that’s correct- the grit brushes do use a nylon bristle with silicon carbide. That is our mistake in the video.

[@kagome122885]

I rotate the brushes on our equipment after each use!

[@factorycleaningequip]

Great!

[@dmitrikguajardo6006]

i just cut all the bristles off of the carpet brush attachment that came with my used saturn edic and i want to make it into a pad driver. can i buy a Velcro face to stick on the face of this disc. i have a 17 inch

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hi Dmitrik, thanks for contacting us. If you could please email your company name and some pictures of your machine to [e-mail], we'd be more than happy to help you find what you're looking for.

[@factorycleaningequip]

Dmitrik, you will need to purchase a new attachment for your machine, as the Velcro would not be feasible. If you could reach out to [e-mail] she has more information for your replacement parts!

[@Mr87BUICK]

What kind of brush or pad could I use on painted concrete surfaces?

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hi Mr87BUICK, for painted concrete we'd recommend a White Pad or Soft Nylon Brush.

[@nareshmailaeam5394]

I want know about the pad inches

[@factorycleaningequip]

Naresh, thanks for your question, can you be a bit more specific? Are you looking to buy a replacement pad and need to know what size?

[@aolague15]

Can I attach a 17 inch carpet scrubber pad onto a 20 inch scrubber machine

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hi Aologue15, it truly all depends on the type of clutch you have installed on your machine. A pad driver which is meant to hold scrubbing pads would be required. We recommend using a 20 inch pad in order that the brush motor has the proper negative force on it. Feel free to reach out with any other questions.

[@aolague15]

What kind of brush would be good for carpets

[@factorycleaningequip]

Hello Aolague, Typically as we mentioned in our previous response, we do not recommend using a floor scrubber for cleaning carpet. You would be best suited to use a machine specifically made for cleaning carpet with bonnet pad on it. Floor scrubber motors move at a much lower speed and have much less down pressure than a machine that is made for cleaning carpet. You also may want to look into carpet extractors as a solution. Thank you and have a wonderful day

[@Hopkidok57]

how do i change the brush

[@factorycleaningequip]

What machine do you own?

[@zazabrown732]

Hopkidok57 wouldn't your machine's manual give instructions?