Understanding Water Fed Brushes
| There are a lot of Water Fed Pole Brushes available today. It can be overwhelming at first when you don’t quite know what you need. Most avid Water Fed Pole users ultimately end up with a collection of different brushes that they use for various situations. Below we explain the common brush types and the subtle differences between them. | Well, that is hard to say because it depends on the windows and condition they are in. Here at Window Cleaning Resource, we offer many types of waterfed brushes that come in nylon, boar's hair or hybrid (both). It all depends on what you are cleaning. Something like a boar's hair brush has a really good scrub but is a bit more sensitive to damage. A brush such as the Tucker hybrid which is both synthetic and boars har, can give you the best of both worlds. You can’t really have too many waterfed brushes in your arsenal because some just seem to work better than other depending on the situation and the various types of glass. One of our most popular selling brushes is the Tucker Alpha Brush. It comes in Nylon, Hybrid and Boar's Hair and you can choose between 12 and 18 inches. This brush is fitted with an Over The Top Rinse Bar and Tucker Swivel Gooseneck (both also sold separately). You have the option of rinsing inside the bristles or using the over the top with the rinse bar. The Swivel Gooseneck will give you a swivel option on your brush rather than a fixed angle. This is super versatile setup and one we routinely recommend! |
Three Basic Brush Materials AvailableFull Nylon is great for maintenance cleans, Boars Hair is more aggressive and Hybrid gives you the best of both worlds. |
| Nylon (also called Monofilament) bristles are made of a soft, plastic material. Nylon brushes are typically gentle, lighter and not as aggressive as Boar's Hair. Nylon brushes are best for regular maintenance cleans that don't require much scrubbing. Nylon does tend to last longer than Boar's Hair and are usually less expensive than Boar's Hair brushes. Also, you can rinse with the brush on the glass so they are great for any height! | Boar's Hair bristles are all natural real Boars Hair. They have the most aggressive scrubbing power so they are perfect for filthy, first time cleans or irregular cleans. It can clean with fewer passes but it is heavier than Nylon so it is not recommended for above 3 stories. These brushes absorb a ton of dirt so you must rinse with the brush off the glass. | As the name suggests, Hybrid brushes contain bristles that are a mix of Nylon and Boar's Hair so it's the best of both worlds! It is currently the most popular type of brush we sell. With these brushes, typically the nylon fibers are on the outside and the shorter boar's hair bristles are in middle. Price wise, Hybrid brushes are most comparable to Boar's Hair Brushes. All of our XERO Waterfed Poles, for example, come with Tucker Hybrid brushes. |
Jets: Pencil vs. FanWhat is the difference? What is best for you? Keep reading to learn more about pencil and fan jets! |
Brush Jets |
Every brush comes with a set of jets that allow water to spray onto your glass surface, Brushes come equipped with either single jets or dual jets. A brush with single jets only has one pair of jets where a brush with dual jjets has two pairs of jets. Smaller brushes, those that are 12 inches typically come with two jets, while larger brushes (18 inches) usually come with four. Both jets have pros and cons depending on the surface and what you are cleaning. |
Pencil Jets |
Pencil jets emit a small, circular jet of water that provides a heavier rinse. It's also easier to be more precise with pencil jets. |
Fan Jets |
Fan jets emit a fine "fanned" mist of water over a larger area. If the glass doesn’t require tons of cleaning, fan jets are usually preferable because they allow you rinse quicker. Fan jets allow for a final rinsing of the window while still in contact with the surface, |
Two Important TermsUnderstand and know the difference between Hydrophilic Glass and Hydrophobic Glass! |
Hydrophilic VS Hydrophobic |
To put it in the simplest of terms, something defined as hydrophilic is actually attracted to water, while something that is hydrophobic resists water. |
Hydrophilic Glass |
Hydrophilic Glass directly translates to “Water loving.” Hydrophilic surfaces become wet very easily and can maintain that wetness longer. Water will sheet on the glass when it gets wet which makes it easier to clean. This type of glass is preferred, windows will come clean easily. While it's easiest to clean, it may also be more prone to hard water staining and pollutants if not maintained. Pencil jets are great to use on Hydrophilic Glass. |
Hydrophobic Glass |
Hydrophobic Glass translates to “Fear of water” or “water hating.” Water will bead and run off hydrophobic surfaces very quickly. It is suggested to use fan jets on hydrophobic glass for more reliable rinse coverage. This type of glass is not preferred and bad spotting is more likely. This can make cleaning with a water fed pole less than desirable but certainly not impossible. Be sure to go slow and scrub well.
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Bristle TrimLearn the difference between single trim versus dual trim! |
Bristle Trim |
Bristle trim is referred to the length, or “trim” of the bristles on your waterfed brush. Waterfed brushes will come in either single trim or dual trim and is another important factor to consider when choosing a watered brush. |
Single Trim |
Single Trim means the bristles of the waterfed brush have a straight trim and are the same length throughout. Boar's Hair brushes, for example, are usually single trim. Boar's Hair bristles are all one length typically and work together when you apply pressure to the glass. |
Dual Trim |
Dual Trim brushes consist of two different layers of bristle lengths. Typically the outside bristles are longer and the middle bristles are shorter. Dual trim bristles are common in both Nylon and Hybrid brushes. There are a few benefits to double trim brushes. When you apply pressure with the brush, the outside bristles splay out along the glass, cleaning a larger surface area and providing better control while the inner bristles scrub. |
Caring For Your Water Fed Pole BrushesExtend the performance and life of your brush by giving it proper care. |
Keep It Clean |
Always try to keep your brush heads in good condition: Be sure that your brush heads are kept clean whenever possible. Leave them soaking in pure water overnight or between jobs if necessary. Keeping it clean will extend the life of your brush. |
When Not In Use |
When your brush is not in use try not to leave brushes propped up against brick walls or other surfaces, because it will pick up dust and transfer it to the glass. If you must leave it against a wall or put it down on a surface, make sure the head is turned away from the brickwork or surface. |
Proper Storage |
Think about storing your spare brushes in a toolbox, bucket, or other containment when not in use. Be sure that they are laying flat with nothing pressing against the bristles, so they do not get damaged or deformed. |
Spray AttachmentsDeliver a steady stream of water with one of these spray attachments which makes rinsing fast and easy! |
Tucker Over the Top Rinse Bar |
The Over the Top Rinse Bar from Tucker is made of lightweight plastic. Heavy-duty and high quality. This will deliver a steady stream of water over the brush to make rinsing fast and easy. Available in 12 and 18 inches and designed for use on Tucker Brushes only.
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Mo Flo Spray Adapter |
Get more rinsing power from your water fed pole brush with the Mo Flow Spray Adapter! Enjoy the wide spray of the 65° fan tip. These handy adapters screw right into your brush block so they can rinse from the top, side, or underneath. Includes the spray nozzle, push in adapter, and mounting screws.
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C3D Solutions Trident |
Use the Trident on your water fed pole to get three spray nozzles running at once! Perfect to use for a roof washing add on to your business. The 65 degree fan jets are chemical resistant and fed through a single 5/16 inch push fitting.
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Waterfed Brush AccessoriesThese accessories will help you work smarter, not harder! |
Bronze Wool Pad Holder Kit |
This add on saves a ton of time and provides you with some great scrubbnig power on the backside of your brush. This bronze wool attachment tool has been designed to fit in a standard angle adapter in most water fed poles. Definite time saver!
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Tucker Swivel Gooseneck |
The Tucker Swivel is a great option for those who want to have a swivel option on your brush rather than a fixed angle. It's easy to add or remove tension to allow for swivel action. Put it in a locked position at any time for any angle.
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Tucker Alpha Scrubber |
When your waterfed brush isn't cutting it, whip out your Alpha Scrubber to tackle those extra dirty jobs. Cuts through grime easily. Great for first time/initial cleanings. Also, it comes with 10 pads.
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