True or False: The fastest and easiest way to control the pressure is to change the distance between the nozzle and the cleaning surface?

TOP PROJECTS
Deck
Siding
Concrete
Brick Patios & Walkways
Cars & Trucks

PRODUCTS

TIP #4
Preparing the Work Site
Sweep away any large debris from horizontal surfaces.

TIP #12
The Turbo Nozzle Advantage
A turbo nozzle rotates a 0^° jet stream in a circular pattern at 5,000 to 9,000 RPMs, increasing its effective cleaning power by up to 50%.

TIP #15
Use a Floor Brush
When cleaning a deck, use a floor brush attachment to help penetrate heavily soiled areas and scour built-up grime.

Pressure Washing Techniques

Basic Cleaning Techniques

Basic Pressure Washer Cleaning Checklist

When cleaning a new surface, start with a wide spray pattern and hold the nozzle four to five feet from the surface. Move closer to the surface until the desired effect is achieved.
Keep the nozzle in motion, spraying at a steady speed with long, even strokes to ensure consistent results.
Maintain a consistent distance between the nozzle and the cleaning surface.
When cleaning heavily soiled or stained surfaces, use cleaning detergents formulated for pressure washers.
Consider using brush attachments or a turbo nozzle to help remove stubborn dirt, grime, and stains.

Always keep the nozzle in motion , spraying at a steady speed and using long, even strokes. Take multiple passes over heavily soiled areas. Take care not to dwell on one spot for too long, especially when using narrow, high-pressure spray patterns.

Hold the spray wand so that the nozzle distributes the spray pattern across the surface evenly. Holding the nozzle at too low an angle can cause an uneven spray pattern, resulting in "zebra striping." Also, maintain a consistent distance between the nozzle and the cleaning surface to ensure consistent results and help flush dirt and debris from the area.

Work in identifiable sections, such as the area between the expansion joints in concrete. If there is a slope, work downhill to promote drainage and help flush away dirt and debris. Wet entire surface to prevent streaking.

When pressure washing lap siding or wood, keep the spray pattern within the width of one to two boards.

To prevent streaks on vertical surfaces, such as fencing and house siding, always begin pressure washing or applying cleaning detergent at the bottom of the surface, then work upward.

When rinsing vertical surfaces, start at the top and work downward. Gravity will help the clean water flush away dirt, debris, and detergent residue, in addition to preventing streaks.

To clean out-of-reach surfaces, such as the second story of a house, use a narrow spray pattern to propel the water stream up to the surface. While enough cleaning power will remain to be effective, the spray pattern will be somewhat inconsistent and may require multiple passes. Stand behind and to the side of the spray to avoid getting wet and make sure to widen the spray pattern as you work downward.