Jacksonville, FL - When washing exterior surfaces with a pump and a hose, it can be unclear what the best techniques for the job are. This confusion is only made cloudier by the fact that there are so many different structures and surfaces to be cleaned. Each of these projects may demand varying approaches. To help clear the air, let us review the difference between pressure washing and soft washing with the help of Open Sea Pressure Washing. These two techniques, while similar, have important distinctions that make them either more or less suited for particular projects.
Pressure Washing: A Versatile Technique
To start, we should review what exactly pressure washing is. Pressure washing is the process of pressurizing water using a pump, and then, spraying this water onto surfaces using a hose. Because of the water pressure, dirt and debris are easily removed from these surfaces, immediately improving their appearance and elevating the property as a whole.
Water pressure is measured in PSI (pounds per square inch), and every surface material that can be cleaned has its own limits regarding how much water pressure it can withstand. For example, asphalt and metal should be washed with 1,500-2,000 PSI. Concrete should be washed with 2,500-3,000 PSI.
Soft Washing: For More Delicate Surfaces
What happens when surfaces are too delicate to be pressure washed by 1,000+ PSI water? This is when the alternative technique of soft washing becomes useful. Soft washing is the use of water with a pressure of 100-500 PSI to clean sensitive surfaces. This ensures that these surfaces can be cleaned without taking any damage. Some examples of these surfaces include roofs, vinyl siding, plastic fences, etc.
For obvious reasons, it is not a good idea to use standard-strength pressure washing on delicate surfaces that should be soft washed. Conversely, attempting to soft wash surfaces that can withstand more water pressure may not provide desirable results. For these reasons, it is important to choose the correct technique—and the correct level of water pressure—before cleaning any surface.
Pressure Washing Professionals Know Their Limits
When you are not sure what level of water pressure to use during your project—or if you have doubts about the DIY pressure washing process in general—consider reaching out to a professional pressure washing company. Open Sea Pressure Washing, for example, understands how much water pressure every surface and material can withstand. Additionally, they understand how to safely and efficiently finish every pressure washing project. This allows property owners to avoid the DIY pressure washing process and take a break instead.
About Open Sea Pressure Washing
Open Sea Pressure Washing is a locally owned and operated business that proudly serves the Jacksonville, FL area. With a commitment to quality results, the company takes on various surface cleaning projects, including house washing, roof cleaning, concrete cleaning, and soft washing. Open Sea Pressure Washing’s primary objective is to leave clients’ surfaces completely clean and to finish the work for a reasonable price.
For more information about Open Sea Pressure Washing, visit their website or call (904) 417-8020.
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Company Name: Open Sea Pressure Washing
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Phone: (904) 417-8020
City: Jacksonville
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: https://www.opensea.vet/
