Collection: Pressure Washers

What will you clean with a pressure washer?

The cleaning job sets the pressure you need. Cars, outdoor furniture, windows and bikes want lower, gentler pressure that won't strip paint or damage seals. A high pressure washer suits the tough jobs. Paths, driveways, decks and fences need medium pressure to shift grime, moss and dirt. Heavy jobs like stripping old paint, deep-cleaning concrete or big commercial areas need high pressure and flow. Buying too much pressure risks damaging delicate surfaces; too little and stubborn grime stays put. Think about your toughest regular job and your most delicate one, since a good washer with adjustable pressure and the right nozzles covers both.

How do you read pressure washer specs?

Two numbers matter, and both count. Pressure (measured in bar or PSI) is the force that blasts grime off — higher cleans tougher dirt. Flow rate (litres per hour) is how much water moves, which decides how fast you clear an area and rinse it. High pressure with low flow blasts a spot but clears slowly; balanced pressure and flow cleans efficiently. For home use, a mid-range electric pressure washer handles cars, paths and furniture well. Don't chase the biggest pressure number alone — flow rate matters just as much for getting the job done quickly.

What attachments and nozzles do you need?

The nozzles change what the washer does. A fan or variable nozzle spreads the spray for general cleaning and gentler surfaces. A turbo or pencil nozzle concentrates the jet for stubborn, ground-in grime. A patio or surface cleaner attachment is a spinning disc that cleans large flat areas evenly without streaks — a huge time-saver on big driveways. A detergent bottle or foam lance applies soap for cars and greasy surfaces. Match the nozzle to the job — wide fan for delicate, turbo for tough, surface cleaner for big flat areas — and one washer handles the lot.

How do you use a pressure washer without causing damage?

The force that cleans can also harm, so start gently. Begin with lower pressure and a wider nozzle, test on a small area, and increase only if needed. Keep the nozzle moving and a sensible distance from the surface — too close blasts paint, timber fibres or mortar. Never point it at people, pets, windows at close range, or electrical fittings. Wear eye protection and closed shoes. After use, run clean water through to flush detergent, and store it drained and dry. Used with care, it cleans brilliantly; used carelessly, it strips paint and gouges timber.

Common questions

What pressure do I need for a driveway?
Medium to high pressure shifts driveway grime and moss. A mid-range electric washer with a turbo nozzle or a surface cleaner attachment handles paths and driveways well.

Can a pressure washer damage my car?
Yes, if the pressure is too high or the nozzle too close. Use lower pressure and a wide fan nozzle for cars, keep your distance, and avoid blasting seals and paint edges.

What do bar and PSI mean?
Both measure pressure — the force that blasts grime off. Higher pressure cleans tougher dirt. Flow rate (litres per hour) matters too, deciding how fast you clear an area.

What's a surface cleaner attachment?
A spinning disc attachment that cleans large flat areas like driveways and patios evenly, without the streaking you get from a single jet. It's a big time-saver.

Can I get a pressure washer on Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. You can split the cost with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. A $199 pressure washer is around four fortnightly payments of $49.75.

Build the kit

A pressure washer pairs with other outdoor gear. Add a leaf blower to clear debris first, a lawn mower for the lawn, and other garden tools for the yard.

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