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Brand | Kärcher |
Power Source | Pressure Washer Propelled |
Color | Black |
Maximum Pressure | 3200 Pound per Square Inch |
Item Weight | 3.8 Pounds |
Hose Length | 32 Feet |
Specification Met | certified frustration-free |
Product Dimensions | 15"L x 6.7"W x 15"H |
Tank Volume | 2.7 Gallons |
Maximum Flow Rate | 2.7 Gallons Per Minute |
About this item
- Universal Compatibility: The Surface Cleaner for Pressure Washers, easily connects to wands with a standard ¼” quick-connect fitting. Compatible with most pressure washers rated 2600-3200 PSI up to 2.7 GPM
- Cleaner; Quicker: Delivers professional level cleaning over an area 15” wide with two spinning nozzles instead of one, significantly reducing your cleaning time and water usage
- Multi-Surface Cleaner: Perfect for cleaning large surfaces such as concrete, driveways, patios, decks, sidewalks and more. It can also be used to clean hard vertical surfaces like brick and stucco
- Superior Clean: Eliminates streaks by keeping the nozzles at a fixed height from the surface, and cleans quicker and more efficiently than spray nozzles alone
- A Drier Cleaning Experience: The Surface Cleaner's shroud and splash-free skirt minimize overspray, keeping you safe and dry while you clean
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Kärcher 15" Surface Cleaner
The Kärcher 15 in. Surface Cleaner is an efficient pressure washer accessory for cleaning large flat surfaces. With a 15” diameter, it covers wide areas and has two rotating high pressure nozzles. The splash-free skirt controls water and debris, ensuring a clean experience. Lightweight and user-friendly, it reduces cleaning time and is compatible with pressure washers rated 2600 to 3200 PSI.
Surface Cleaner Features
DUAL SPINNING NOZZLES
Reaches an area of 15” wide - with two spinning nozzles instead of one! Significantly reduces your cleaning time and water usage.
EASY CLEANING
The surface cleaner features streak-free cleaning thanks to its fixed-height nozzles, and a splash-free skirt for safety that prevents dirt and debris from hitting nearby objects.
COMPATIBILITY
Compatible with Gas Pressure Washers rated 2600 - 3200 PSI. Easily connects to extension wands with a standard ¼” quick-connect fitting.
MULTI PURPOSE
Ideal for cleaning concrete, driveways, patios, decks, sidewalks and more.
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Diameter | 11" | 11" | 15" | 15" | 11" |
Max. PSI Rating | 2600 | 2600 | 3200 | 4000 | 2000 |
Fitting | Kärcher Extension Wand (Included) | Kärcher Extension Wand (Included) | 1/4" Quick-Connect | 1/4" Quick-Connect | 1/4" Quick-Connect |
Kärcher Compatibility | Electric models: K 2, K 3, K 4, K 5 series | Electric models: K 4, K 5 series | Pressure washers rated 2600 to 3200 PSI | Pressure washers rated 2600 to 4000 PSI | Electric Models: K1700 - K2000, including PS and Cube |
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Brand | Kärcher |
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Power Source | Pressure Washer Propelled |
Color | Black |
Maximum Pressure | 3200 Pound per Square Inch |
Item Weight | 3.8 Pounds |
Hose Length | 32 Feet |
Specification Met | certified frustration-free |
Product Dimensions | 15"L x 6.7"W x 15"H |
Tank Volume | 2.7 Gallons |
Maximum Flow Rate | 2.7 Gallons Per Minute |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00886622014850 |
UPC | 886622014850 |
Item Weight | 3.8 pounds |
Department | Unisex Adult |
Manufacturer | Karcher |
ASIN | B01BMB3X68 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 8.641-035.0 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,311 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #21 in Pressure Washers #24 in Pressure Washer Accessories |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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The Karcher 15" surface cleaner works in tandem with your gas pressure washer (up to 3200 PSI) to quickly deliver professional level cleaning without splash back. It cleans an area 15" wide with two spinning nozzles instead of one, reducing your cleaning time, & eliminates streaks by keeping the nozzles at a fixed height from the surface. Also cleans vertical surfaces including garage doors & home siding. Quick connect for compatibility with a wide range of electric pressure washers. Get Pro cleaning results with the help of Karcher 15" surface cleaner.
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maximum pressure | 3200 pounds per square inch | 4000 pounds per square inch | 1 pounds per square inch | 4000 pounds per square inch | 3400 pounds per square inch | 4000 pounds per square inch |
power source | Pressure Washer Propelled | gasoline-powered | / | power washer | manual | manual |
maximum flow rate | 2.7 gallons per minute | 3.7 gallons per minute | 2.9 gallons per minute | 3.7 gallons per minute | — | — |
hose length | 32 feet | 15 inches | — | — | 50 feet | 13.3 inches |
specification met | certified frustration-free | star | CE | — | CE | OPEI |
tank volume | 2.7 gallons | 3.7 gallons | 3.7 liters | — | — | — |
model number | 8.641-035.0 | — | DD15P-1 | SC-001 | PWSC | GDT02 |
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Customers find the pressure washer attachment effective for driveways, with one mentioning it works well with a Greenworks electric power washer. Moreover, the product is easy to use, taking about an hour to complete driveway cleaning, and customers appreciate its design that makes surfaces look almost new. However, the build quality receives mixed feedback - while some say it's well-made, others report it falling apart out of the box. Additionally, customers note issues with the nut coming loose during use.
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Customers find that the pressure washer performs well, particularly for driveway cleaning, with one customer noting it works effectively with a Greenworks electric power washer.
"...This is worth your money according to my husband. It also looked like a lot of fun to use...." Read more
"...loosening nuts issue, I would give it a 5 star -- it is offered at a good price and performs its job...." Read more
"...And right now they are actually less expensive which make the decision even easier...." Read more
"...Its worth it." Read more
Customers praise the pressure washer's cleaning power, particularly its effectiveness on driveways, and appreciate the included brushes that help remove dirt and stains.
"...Easy to clean, easy to use, and a huge time-saver. The water pressure remained powerful despite adding the attachment...." Read more
"...There is not much to it for cleaning - just spray it down, let it dry and stick it back in the box for next year. PROS..." Read more
"...Excellent quality materials, well crafted with commercial quality bristles for deep cleaning." Read more
"...skirt of the tool keeps the water from going everywhere and keeps the mess to a minimum...." Read more
Customers find the pressure washer easy to use, describing it as almost effortless and very self-explanatory to hook up, with installation taking less than an hour.
"...Easy to clean, easy to use, and a huge time-saver. The water pressure remained powerful despite adding the attachment...." Read more
"...As far as the operation of the unit, it was quite straightforward and cleaned the surface very well...." Read more
"...This is the method, I found, if you can manage it, that causes the least user fatigue...." Read more
"Used it on my driveway. Worked well. Much quicker than other pressure washing methods." Read more
Customers find the pressure washer to be a time saver, as it quickly transforms driveways from nasty to amazing in 90 minutes and cuts work time in half, while also saving water.
"...I was pretty amazed as this surface cleaner cut the time to complete the job by 2/3 (6 hours to 2 hours) and the normal streaks left when using the..." Read more
"...Easy to clean, easy to use, and a huge time-saver. The water pressure remained powerful despite adding the attachment...." Read more
"...This cleaner did save a good bit of time compared to spraying the surface with just the regular cleaning nozzles, and it did a much more consistent..." Read more
"Bought June 6, 2023 love this cleaner, cuts about 50 percent of time doing a cleaning time on any horzontal surface...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the pressure washer's design, noting that their driveways and decks look brand new after cleaning.
"...Worked liked a charm and driveway looks clean with minimal effort." Read more
"...I liked the design of this one better, I think it will hold up better, need less adjustments, and last longer...." Read more
"...Our deck came out so clean, it quite literally looks like it did on the day it was built!..." Read more
"...The only criticism I have of this is the weight and the corresponding design...." Read more
Customers find the pressure washer attachment to be a great addition that simplifies their cleaning tasks, with one customer specifically mentioning its effectiveness for cleaning concrete surfaces.
"Perfect accessory to my Harbor Freight Gas Pressure washer. Worked liked a charm and driveway looks clean with minimal effort." Read more
"...It hooked up seemlessly to my Simpson washer without any adjustments or adapters. Solidly recommend!" Read more
"...Besides that I LOVE this surface cleaner, it makes pressure washing concrete a breeze! It also saves your back!..." Read more
"...This power-washer head attaches easily to my 5 hp power-washer wand and "floats" on the two jets spraying water onto the concrete surface...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the pressure washer's build quality, with some finding it well made and noting it holds up over time, while others report it falling apart out of the box and being flimsy when used on stairs.
"...The Karcher deck seems to be made of a durable plastic with a stiff brush skirt which keeps the water from spraying all over you...." Read more
"...If you spin it by hand and it stops abruptly or maybe even appears to moved slightly in the opposite direction just before it stops, your bearing..." Read more
"...it is just about neutral and floats across the surface ,so I can work much longer...." Read more
"Great design. Other cleaners mount nozzles on steel tubing that easily turn where they thread in and change angle of spray resulting in streaking...." Read more
Customers report issues with the pressure washer's components coming loose, particularly noting that the plastic housing and internal plastic nut frequently loosen, with some mentioning this happens after about 15 minutes of use.
"...I do recommend the surface cleaner, and, except for the loosening nuts issue, I would give it a 5 star -- it is offered at a good price and performs..." Read more
"...Being that the biggest concern with this surface cleaner is the nut coming loose, I periodically checked it and did not notice any problems with the..." Read more
"...The nuts may run slack due to the fact that the tool's frictional contact with rough surfaces tends to force rotation of the tool...." Read more
"...After using the attachment for a little while I noticed it seemed a little loose...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2025Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseI was a bit skeptical at first as I have always used the spray nozzles to clean my driveway and sidewalks, which are approximately 1500 square feet. I was pretty amazed as this surface cleaner cut the time to complete the job by 2/3 (6 hours to 2 hours) and the normal streaks left when using the nozzle were almost nonexistent. My approach was a little like mowing your lawn where the the surface cleaner did the vast majority of the work (like a lawn mower) and the nozzles were used to cover the places the surface cleaner (like a weed eater). Our sidewalks are lined with river rocks which makes it impossible get up to the edge of the sidewalks with the surface cleaner as they are obstructed by the rocks but this is where you pressure washer nozzles come into play (check out the before and after photos, sorry about shade of the trees). My biggest suggestion would be to edge your lawn before beginning so the surface cleaner can clean right up to the edge of your lawn without having to use the spray nozzles. Also, as you use the surface cleaner, overlap each pass by about 1/3 the width of the surface cleaner. If you flip the surface cleaner over you’ll what I’m talking about as the rotating nozzles are about an inch or so from the outer brush of the cleaner. I hope this review helps you out.
5.0 out of 5 starsI was a bit skeptical at first as I have always used the spray nozzles to clean my driveway and sidewalks, which are approximately 1500 square feet. I was pretty amazed as this surface cleaner cut the time to complete the job by 2/3 (6 hours to 2 hours) and the normal streaks left when using the nozzle were almost nonexistent. My approach was a little like mowing your lawn where the the surface cleaner did the vast majority of the work (like a lawn mower) and the nozzles were used to cover the places the surface cleaner (like a weed eater). Our sidewalks are lined with river rocks which makes it impossible get up to the edge of the sidewalks with the surface cleaner as they are obstructed by the rocks but this is where you pressure washer nozzles come into play (check out the before and after photos, sorry about shade of the trees). My biggest suggestion would be to edge your lawn before beginning so the surface cleaner can clean right up to the edge of your lawn without having to use the spray nozzles. Also, as you use the surface cleaner, overlap each pass by about 1/3 the width of the surface cleaner. If you flip the surface cleaner over you’ll what I’m talking about as the rotating nozzles are about an inch or so from the outer brush of the cleaner. I hope this review helps you out.Amazed at how fast this surface cleaner completed the job.
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2025Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseMy husband raves about this pressure washer attachment. He was able to pressure was our entire flagstone back porch within 1-2 hours with this and it usually was an all day affair. Easy to clean, easy to use, and a huge time-saver. The water pressure remained powerful despite adding the attachment. This is worth your money according to my husband. It also looked like a lot of fun to use. I appreciate that it wasn't bulky and that we could easily store it away.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseI included several photos of potential interest. The surface cleaner performed well, allowing me to clean about 1,000 square feet of concrete driveway, patio, and sidewalk with no real problem. The infamous large top and bottom nuts that so many reviewers have referred to did finally start to loosen after I had cleaned about 700 square feet. I kept checking the top and bottom nut thinking they would loosen, but they didn't until I was about 80% done with the job, then the one underneath started to loosen. This is a problem if you don't have anything big enough to tighten them. I don't really have anything proper, but I was able to get it tight using a VERY large channel lock (model "460" -- see photo) which is a fairly huge tool that I expect not that many people have on hand. A smaller channel lock tool, the one I'm betting lots of people do have (model 420), was not big enough to tighten it without a lot of marring of the plastic (nylon?) nut. So beware of that if you don't have something to tighten the nuts, or if you aren't brave enough to do some drilling and connect the top and bottom nut with a wire or bolt (etc) like some other reviewers have done. I'll probably do that eventually, but wasn't about to until I could ensure that the unit worked ok. I don't imagine Amazon would react well to giving a refund if you have modified the unit.
As far as the operation of the unit, it was quite straightforward and cleaned the surface very well. You can see from some of the photos the before and after conditions. It does give a vigorous cleaning and did remove some of the top layer of the concrete, so, if you're squeamish about that, then you'd probably be better off to just leave your concrete a little dirty. I will not clean mine again for a few years for that reason. I also cleaned a set of brick steps which were very dirty and it did a good job on them, but I spent as little time as possible moving over them to avoid excessively damaging the mortar. I included a photo of the pressure washer I used since I figure a lot of people interested in this Karcher cleaner might have a similar washer. It did just fine with the surface cleaner, and connecting the wand to the cleaner was very easy. Also, an opinion on getting some type of extender for the wand -- I am not a super tall guy, getting up there in age a bit, and I did have to spend a couple hours bent over a little while using the regular spray wand that came with my pressure washer. It didn't bother me a lot, but if you are super tall or susceptible to a lot of back issues you might want to consider that. I didn't want to spend the extra money on an extender, but if someone had walked up to me and offered me one while I was doing the work I wouldn't have turned them down.
This cleaner did save a good bit of time compared to spraying the surface with just the regular cleaning nozzles, and it did a much more consistent job. It took a few swipes to get the hang of how much overlap and how long to hover over the surface. Be sure and read the manual which tells you not to stay over the surface more than 2 seconds, but I found that to be a little too long, so I counted as I pulled the cleaner down the driveway, trying for about one second over any given spot. I overlapped about 1/4 to 1/2 on each pass and it seemed to work well, but again, this thing is fairly aggressive with a 3,000 psi washer, so be careful not to damage your concrete. Also, I found it to be a lot less awkward to pull it along instead of push it.
I do recommend the surface cleaner, and, except for the loosening nuts issue, I would give it a 5 star -- it is offered at a good price and performs its job. So, if you're a homeowner (etc) and will only be using this for typical homeowner use every couple of years this thing is probably a good purchase. Since I've only had it a couple of weeks, and I've already cleaned everything I intended to clean with it, I can't say anything about its long-term durability.
4.0 out of 5 starsI included several photos of potential interest. The surface cleaner performed well, allowing me to clean about 1,000 square feet of concrete driveway, patio, and sidewalk with no real problem. The infamous large top and bottom nuts that so many reviewers have referred to did finally start to loosen after I had cleaned about 700 square feet. I kept checking the top and bottom nut thinking they would loosen, but they didn't until I was about 80% done with the job, then the one underneath started to loosen. This is a problem if you don't have anything big enough to tighten them. I don't really have anything proper, but I was able to get it tight using a VERY large channel lock (model "460" -- see photo) which is a fairly huge tool that I expect not that many people have on hand. A smaller channel lock tool, the one I'm betting lots of people do have (model 420), was not big enough to tighten it without a lot of marring of the plastic (nylon?) nut. So beware of that if you don't have something to tighten the nuts, or if you aren't brave enough to do some drilling and connect the top and bottom nut with a wire or bolt (etc) like some other reviewers have done. I'll probably do that eventually, but wasn't about to until I could ensure that the unit worked ok. I don't imagine Amazon would react well to giving a refund if you have modified the unit.Works great for the price
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020
As far as the operation of the unit, it was quite straightforward and cleaned the surface very well. You can see from some of the photos the before and after conditions. It does give a vigorous cleaning and did remove some of the top layer of the concrete, so, if you're squeamish about that, then you'd probably be better off to just leave your concrete a little dirty. I will not clean mine again for a few years for that reason. I also cleaned a set of brick steps which were very dirty and it did a good job on them, but I spent as little time as possible moving over them to avoid excessively damaging the mortar. I included a photo of the pressure washer I used since I figure a lot of people interested in this Karcher cleaner might have a similar washer. It did just fine with the surface cleaner, and connecting the wand to the cleaner was very easy. Also, an opinion on getting some type of extender for the wand -- I am not a super tall guy, getting up there in age a bit, and I did have to spend a couple hours bent over a little while using the regular spray wand that came with my pressure washer. It didn't bother me a lot, but if you are super tall or susceptible to a lot of back issues you might want to consider that. I didn't want to spend the extra money on an extender, but if someone had walked up to me and offered me one while I was doing the work I wouldn't have turned them down.
This cleaner did save a good bit of time compared to spraying the surface with just the regular cleaning nozzles, and it did a much more consistent job. It took a few swipes to get the hang of how much overlap and how long to hover over the surface. Be sure and read the manual which tells you not to stay over the surface more than 2 seconds, but I found that to be a little too long, so I counted as I pulled the cleaner down the driveway, trying for about one second over any given spot. I overlapped about 1/4 to 1/2 on each pass and it seemed to work well, but again, this thing is fairly aggressive with a 3,000 psi washer, so be careful not to damage your concrete. Also, I found it to be a lot less awkward to pull it along instead of push it.
I do recommend the surface cleaner, and, except for the loosening nuts issue, I would give it a 5 star -- it is offered at a good price and performs its job. So, if you're a homeowner (etc) and will only be using this for typical homeowner use every couple of years this thing is probably a good purchase. Since I've only had it a couple of weeks, and I've already cleaned everything I intended to clean with it, I can't say anything about its long-term durability.
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2019Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseJUNE 2019 UPDATE: Last time I cleaned my friend's driveway with a Karcher ~1800 PSI electric job (and stock wand) it took 6 1/2 hours. Never again I told myself. Since then, I got a Simpson 3200 PSI 2.5 GPM cleaner and then the Karcher surface cleaner. Last week I cleaned my friends driveway AND the sidewalk in front of her house with the new equipment and it took 3 hours. Being that the biggest concern with this surface cleaner is the nut coming loose, I periodically checked it and did not notice any problems with the nut. However, it seems that the plastic housing did turn 90 degrees over the course of the job, so I will continue to monitor it. NOTE: Once in a while I would accidentally let the surface cleaner lift and tilt off the ground and I would notice greater vibration coming from the unit as it's axis would tilt. I could imaging this extra vibration potentially shaking something loose, such as the nut, so I recommend keeping the unit consistently parallel to the ground. I also picked up a 33" wand extension here from Amazon and I highly recommend one for those who have a short wand. The longer wand will save your back. So I still recommend the Karcher surface cleaner. Any new developments and I will update this review.
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I matched this surface cleaner up with a Simpson 3200 PSI 2.5 GPM pressure cleaner with 18" gun and 16" wand, approximately 24" total length. Initial impressions on fairly porous very dirty concrete driveway and sidewalk: Does a good job cleaning. As expected, I had to finish the job by reconnecting my spray wand and rinsing off everything that I cleaned with the Karcher. I found out that some areas were not sufficiently cleaned the first time around and I had to spot clean while rinsing. There is a learning curve with this product as is probably true of all similar surface cleaners. You have to figure out what method works best for you and how fast you should move. Ideally, you want to use the power of your machine to make the Karcher hover over the surface. Not really lifting off but not causing friction between the surface and the brushes that skirt the Karcher either. This is the method, I found, if you can manage it, that causes the least user fatigue. You also need to find the optimum speed at which you should move. This will depend on the PSI and GPM of your machine as well as the surface type and how dirty it is. For my driveway (very dirty), I needed to move pretty slow, maybe a couple inches per second. I was hoiping it would be faster, but it is what it is. Perhaps if I clean it more often, it will be quicker. One thing I will be investing in is a longer wand (to reduce bending over and user fatigue) and I am researching the ideal length. I am a little under 6 feet tall and obviously, the ideal wand length will be a function of user height. If someone has experience here, please let me know in the comments.
As far as construction goes: Karcher is a German company, and like most German companies they seem to have a focus on engineering. They seem to do it right where it counts most. The biggest wear area, IMO, is the "bearing". AFAIK, Karcher uses a real sealed bearing and according to another reviewer, most other products in this price range don't really use a proper bearing. They cut corners and use a sleeve and/or washer for the friction area. If you have a product of this type, I'd recommend greasing the sleeve/washer often, perhaps even before or after every use to prevent rapid wear. Prior to buying the Karcher 15" surface cleaner, I looked at the Simpson and PowerFit (also rebranded as Yamaha for even more $$) surface cleaners. They used to be priced about the same as the Karcher, but are now 20-$30 more at the time of this review. The Simpson has a metal deck (which may rust?) but the same pseudo bearing as the PowerFit. The Karcher deck seems to be made of a durable plastic with a stiff brush skirt which keeps the water from spraying all over you. In addition to the metal sealed bearing, the Karcher uses a heavy rotating spray bar and brass/stainless steel fittings. There is a plastic nut top and bottom that holds the metal parts in the deck. I recommend checking these nuts regularly to make sure they are not loosening. And even though the Karcher is advertised as 15" (the deck is 15") the actual working measurement is closer to 12" based on the length of the spray bar. I assume all competing products have a similar discrepancy.
In review, I recommend the Karcher over competitors based on their using higher quality components where it counts most (bearing). And right now they are actually less expensive which make the decision even easier. To maximize the benefit, I recommend using a machine as close as possible to the Karcher recommended max specs: 3200PSI and 2.7 GPM. While lesser specs should work, performance will be diminished and will make the job take longer. And at some point, if the machine is too small (like many of the electrics under 2000 PSI) it may not work sufficiently well to warrant the purchase. As to longer term durability, I will attempt to update this review in the future after I have had the product for a suffient time.
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- M keddieReviewed in Canada on June 21, 2024
1.0 out of 5 stars Can’t really give this a rating.
Style: 4000 Metal Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseNo fault on the sellers but this didn’t attachment to our old Kärcher power washer didn’t fit. We even phoned Kärcher directly for advise. No help. Sadly we had to send it back. Still waiting for a refund. Taking longer than usual. Had to ship back by UPS.
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- VondaReviewed in Canada on April 23, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! What a great product!
Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseThis product exceeded my expectations! U used a 2900 psi pressure washer and I am so impressed by how good a job it did, how fast it did it and how it limited the amount of mess. I usually take at least twice as long to powerwash my large concreate patio and create 3 time the mess. Highly recommended product.
- Daniel KReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Works well and with smaller pressure washers
Style: 3200 PSI Surface CleanerVerified PurchaseAs I have smaller petrol pressure washer with only 7.8L/min I had to find something suitable for it which it will be able to drive with no issues.
Considering that 7.8L petrol pressure washer is on a lower scale and weaker than professional ones I have to say that 15" karcher surface cleaner worked well with it.
It is made of durable and strong plastic with smooth spinning arms. This tool saves you mess while pressure washing your driveway, patio or any similar flat surface. It attaches and stays well in place with quick connection and great benefit to it is it has swivel like head which will adjust to desired angle and make use of it easier and smoother.
After only one round of cleaning with it I can say I am pleased with purchase and will keep it in my army of useful tools.
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Product Summary: Kärcher Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner, Extension Wand, QC, 1/4 - 2600-3200 PSI
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- Universal Compatibility: The Surface Cleaner for Pressure Washers, easily connects to wands with a standard ¼” quick-connect fitting. Compatible with most pressure washers rated 2600-3200 PSI up to 2.7 GPM
- Cleaner; Quicker: Delivers professional level cleaning over an area 15” wide with two spinning nozzles instead of one, significantly reducing your cleaning time and water usage
- Multi-Surface Cleaner: Perfect for cleaning large surfaces such as concrete, driveways, patios, decks, sidewalks and more. It can also be used to clean hard vertical surfaces like brick and stucco
- Superior Clean: Eliminates streaks by keeping the nozzles at a fixed height from the surface, and cleans quicker and more efficiently than spray nozzles alone
- A Drier Cleaning Experience: The Surface Cleaner's shroud and splash-free skirt minimize overspray, keeping you safe and dry while you clean
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