Pressure Washer Accessories

When buying your pressure washer it isn’t just the base machine you need to worry about – depending on what you are going to clean, you’ll probably also need the ability to add a range of accessories to make your cleaning easier. Here is a quick guide to the kind of accessories that are generally used with pressure washers, and what you might need them for.

Drain Cleaners

This is a popular accessory for your pressure washer to help you with this job. They are great for cleaning domestic drains and pipes every now and again, and can help to reduce blockages.

Patio Cleaners

Cleaning patios is a popular use for any kind of pressure washer. This is normally a messy job if you buy a pressure washer without the correct accessories – leading to you and your patio getting very wet and dirt being washed around. Patio cleaner accessories (such as Surf Cleaner or T Racer) can help to solve the problem.

Patio cleaners work by including a revolving spray bar. This means that each jet will rotate, which is the most effective way of cleaning your patio. This can greatly reduce the amount of time it takes to clean the patio, as well as reducing the amount of water that gets splashed around.

Sandblaster

This accessory is included as a way of removing rust as well as paint. It makes use of sand which you can buy from local DIY stores. If you are using this accessory you’ll find it a lot easier to remove material such as paint, but you should always proceed with caution and make sure you wear goggles, as sand can get sprayed around in the process.

Detergents

Many pressure washers will come with some sort of detergent system, whereby you can add detergents that you’ve bought from your local DIY store. These detergents are added for more effective cleaning, for example when you’re cleaning your car. Some pressure washers have an inbuilt tank for you to add your detergent, where others will simply have a pipe to feed into a separate container of detergent.

Rotary Brushes

These are useful for a number of different cleaning purposes, such as cars and caravans or roofs on conservatories. Since the brush rotates, it gently scrubs the surface in question.

Making the Most Out of Your Pressure Washer

Pressure washers now generally come included with a whole range of accessories and additions. However, if you buy a basic pressure washer you can usually upgrade your options in time, buying accessory kits and different brushes, nozzles and more to keep your pressure washer functioning in top condition.

The kind of accessories you choose will depend on your needs, as well as how powerful the original machine is. Some accessories may be unnecessary when you buy a more powerful machine, though it’s important to contact the manufacturer direct if you have any specific questions about how the accessories will work.