A Guide to Pressure Washing for Beginners
websitebuilder • 2 July 2021
We both know that you're ignoring the grime, dust and dirt on your patio / driveway
But rather than sitting there, procrastinating, idly waiting for this space to magically be restored to life, take action.
The first option you have is to delegate or outsource, which is where Just Perfect comes in. We’ve got a service to help you solve this issue.
To find out how we could help with pressure washing or for any other enquiries get in touch today. Just simply email us at info@jp-propertymaintenance.co.uk
or call our landline on 01953 542 313.
If you wish to tackle this one on your own, your second option is to arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible and get the job done. Don't worry, we're still happy to help, this blog post will cover the basics to pressure washing for beginners.
We'll consider:
- Types of pressure washers
- The washer you’ll need to get the job done
- The type of nozzle you should use
- General safety tips
- leaning specific surfaces
Are you ready? Let's get started!
So primarily, you need to consider whether you want a Gas or Electric Pressure Washer. Gas pressure washers generally provide more pressure and gallons of water per minute than the electric version. Gas-powered washers are also cordless and so clean faster and effectively.
In saying this, Electric washers are more environmentally friendly ensuring zero emissions, allowing you to use this system indoors with no need for stoppages to perform maintenance on the device.
What Size Should I chose?
The size of the pressure washer (as expected) will impact the the pressure and the gallon-per-minute outlet. As such you should consider whether you need a light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty and professional washers.
For the purpose of simplification and DIY attitude, we will break down the first 3.
Light-Duty washers produce under 2000 PSI pressure. This essentially means that if you're looking to cover a small patio or decking area, this type is perfectly sufficient.
Medium Pressure washers are better suited to washing the side of your home and a larger driveway. This level of pressure washer will ensure PSI between 2000 and 2800, creating a more powerful, more thorough wash.
Heavy-duty pressure washers operate with pressure levels between 2,900 and 3,300 PSI. Cleaning large areas of concrete or a the second story of a house, this is the type of machinery that you're looking for.
What about the nozzle?
Who would have thought that a nozzle could have so many different variants? The reason being, a nozzle determines the water steams' angle. The angle affects the outcome - a narrow angle has more power than a large-angle spray.
However, today you're in luck because we have the universal colour code guide to ensure you find a nozzle that's fit for purpose.
Red Nozzles have the narrowest angle (zero degrees). This produces a stream of water that packs a punch, so be careful. Don’t use a red-tipped nozzle too close to any surface.
Yellow Nozzles spray at a 15-degree angle. This is perfect for washing concrete.
Green Nozzles produce a spray with a 25 degree angle. This works perfectly for general household pressure washing. This can be used on your car or to remove mildew from patio furniture.
White Tips produce a 40-degree angle of spray. This is to be used on the exterior of your home and is specific to windows, siding and more delicate parts of your home.
Finally, we have Black Nozzles. These nozzles are the gentlest and are so light that typically it is unsuitable for cleaning away stains and dirt. Realistically these are best suited to simply wetting a surface.
So how do you pressure wash?
This is going to be a messy job and potentially quite dangerous if carried out incorrectly. A few tips we have to offer include the following.
Ensure sufficient protection including eye and hearing equipment. Pressure washers are not only loud but the flying debris, stones and dirt are bound to fly in the direction of your eyes.
Be sure to use both hands until you gain confidence. One on the handle of the wand, the other firmly on the tube.
When you are pressure washing, it's important to keep the nozzle at a safe distance to the surface that is being treated. We recommend keeping this approximately half a metre away.
Consider the environment that you are washing. Certain surfaces may pose more risk to your health and therefore unsuitable for you to tackle alone. For example, paints before 1978 may contain lead, which would be extremely hazardous if accidentally ingested by yourself, family and pets.
If you like aesthetically pleasing, instantly gratifying tasks, this one is for you - pressure washing can be so therapeutic in many ways! However, it's equally fair to say that not only is it moderately costly to invest time and money into a DIY job but also a hassle!
You know what, that's ok! It's a dirty job that guarantees you ending up wet. So why not hire specialists who are more than happy to help? If you would like to discuss how Just Perfect Property Maintenance could help with pressure washing solutions or for any other enquiries get in touch today. Just simply email us at info@jp-propertymaintenance.co.uk
or call our landline on 01953 542 313.
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