See below for a guide to which buffing pads you may need for the job
See below for a guide to which buffing pads you may need for the job
Black
The standard stripping pad, for heavy duty wet stripping of emulsion polish.
You can't effectively use any other colour for stripping (Expect the Emerald, above) and you must use this wet. If you use this pad dry you will damage floors.
Use with slow speed Scrubbing Machine. 100-200 rpm. (You cannot effectively strip polish with a high speed machine)
Green
Green is the colour for wet scrubbing/cleaning. It can be used to "knock-back" polish before re-coating.
Perfect for deep cleaning, however you mustn't use this dry. Don't use on polished floors, unless you want to remove polish. That said, green is no good for stripping polish, it's not aggressive enough for that.
Ideal for use on a Scrubber Dryer for cleaning a heavily soiled or hard to clean floor
Use with slow speed Scrubbing Machine or Scrubber Dryer. 100-200 rpm.
Blue
Often overlooked, when floor cleaning pads are talked about. Half way between Green and Red it is a Polishing and cleaning pad. A very useful pad.
Perfect for spray cleaning a polished floor with heavy scuff marks. Ideal for school corridors. Also can be used for scrubbing/cleaning delicate floors where you might be nervous of using Green.
Use with slow or high speed Cleaning Machine or Scrubber Dryer 100-400 rpm.
Red
Red is best know as a spray cleaning pad. It polishes and cleans at the same time.
It's a mild floor cleaning pad. Often recommended for use by flooring manufacturers on a Scrubber Dryer as there is no risk of it damaging the floor or coating.
Not aggressive enough for scrubbing.
Use with slow or high speed Cleaning Machine or Scrubber Dryer. 100-500 rpm.
Tan
A mild polishing pad. Generally would be used dry for dry burnishing.
Very mild, won't damage even the softest of dressings. Used for waxed wood floor with a high speed machine. (Not many waxed floor left now)
Use with high speed Buffing Machine. 350-500 rpm.
White
The mildest floor pad. For dry burnishing or buffing of soft floor dressing.
Will burnish a polished floor to a high shine. Only use on a clean floor, this is polishing only. Can be used on a Ultra-High-Speed burnisher as long as you keep moving (Will over-heat the floor if you stay in one spot too long)
Use with high speed Scrubbing Machine. 350-500 rpm.
Here are 10 user‑friendly FAQs for the 17″ Green Cleaning Pad from The Cleaning Warehouse — ideal for your product page or customer support:
🧽 FAQs – 17″ Green Cleaning Pad
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What is the 17″ Green Cleaning Pad used for?
It’s designed for wet scrubbing and deep cleaning of hard floor surfaces, helping remove ground‑in dirt, scuff marks and soil build‑up. -
Can this pad strip floor polish or finishes?
Not for full stripping like a black pad — it’s more for cleaning and “knock‑back” deep dirt before recoating but won’t remove heavy polish layers as aggressively. -
Which machines can I use it with?
Use it with rotary floor machines or scrubber dryers that accept a 17″ pad; ideal on scrubber dryers for large areas. -
Should the pad be used wet or dry?
Always use this pad wet with a cleaning solution — dry use can damage floors and reduce effectiveness. -
What floors is it best for?
Best suited for hard floors that need deep cleaning or heavy soil removal, such as tile, sealed concrete, vinyl and other commercial surfaces. -
At what machine speed should I use it?
Generally recommended for slow to medium speeds (around 100–200 rpm) on scrubber or rotary machines. -
Can I use both sides of the pad?
Most 17″ green scrubbing pads, including this one, can be used on both sides to extend life. -
Will this pad damage fragile finishes?
It’s more abrasive than red or blue pads, so avoid using it on delicate polished finishes unless you intend to remove surface layers. Always test a small area first. -
How do I clean and store the pad after use?
Rinse the pad thoroughly with clean water after use, squeeze out excess water, and let it dry flat so it stays in good condition. (General maintenance guidance) -
When should I replace the pad?
Replace it when the fibres are worn, heavily compressed, or no longer clean effectively — regular rotation and rinsing help extend its life. (Best practice)
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Condition:New
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Product Code:17" Green Cleaning Pad
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Weight:3kg