20" black cleaning pad x 1
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.
FAQs – 20″ Black Cleaning Pad
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What is the 20″ Black Cleaning Pad used for?
This pad is designed for heavy‑duty floor stripping and deep cleaning, especially for removing old polish, finish or hard‑to‑shift soil on sealed floors. -
Which machines can it be used with?
It fits 20″ rotary floor machines, scrubber dryers and standard cleaning machines that take 20″ pads. -
Should I use this pad wet or dry?
Always use this pad wet with a stripping or cleaning solution — using it dry may damage the floor and won’t strip polish effectively. -
Can this pad remove old floor polish or finish?
Yes — as a specialist stripping pad, it’s ideal for removing old emulsion polish and preparing the floor for recoating. -
Is it suitable for regular daily cleaning?
No — because it’s aggressive, it’s not for everyday maintenance or light cleaning; use gentler pads like red or blue for that. -
What kind of floors is it best for?
Best for sealed hard floors such as vinyl, concrete or industrial surfaces where heavy finish removal or deep cleaning is needed. -
How fast should the machine run with this pad?
For effective stripping, it’s recommended to use with slow‑speed machines (about 100–200 rpm). -
Can both sides of the pad be used?
Yes — most black floor pads feature open‑web construction and are reversible, letting you use both sides to extend the life of the pad. -
How should I clean and store the pad after use?
After use, rinse thoroughly with clean water, squeeze out excess water, and let the pad dry flat before storage to help prolong its life. -
When should I replace the pad?
Replace the pad when it becomes worn, compressed, or no longer removes finish effectively — even after cleaning and flipping the pad.
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Condition:New
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Product Code:20" Black Cleaning Pad
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Weight:3kg