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UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: Steve H on March 11, 2013, 07:08:13 pm

Title: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: Steve H on March 11, 2013, 07:08:13 pm
Guys, is there a decent site to buy these poles (Gardner SLX type) at a decent price...
Also, if im doing conservatories and fascia boards etc as well as windows, would i need a selection of brush heads ie stiff/soft different shapes etc etc..
Just a few ideas of what you guys use would be great.
Thanks in advance.

Steve
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: steven ainger on March 11, 2013, 07:15:34 pm
Gardiner pole systems is where to buy them.
As for brushes, you dont need different brushes but i think it helps,
So a mixed extreme a flocked super lite & maybe a dual trim super lite.

and heres a pic of a slx30, at full stretch, cleaning a velux window

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z295/dune19670/001-9_zpsafdf5a7d.jpg)
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: elite mike on March 11, 2013, 10:00:12 pm
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/sl-xtrade-telescopic-carbon-pole.html

hows that  ;)
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: CF Facilities on March 11, 2013, 10:14:04 pm
Fantastic pole. I am considering one. Would it be suitable for an all day pole? I am sure it is lighter than my 17ft fibre glass pole with vikan brush I am using at the moment.
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: steven ainger on March 11, 2013, 10:17:25 pm
I wouldnt use it for an everyday pole
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: elite mike on March 11, 2013, 10:19:37 pm
Fantastic pole. I am considering one. Would it be suitable for an all day pole? I am sure it is lighter than my 17ft fibre glass pole with vikan brush I am using at the moment.

colin , you will be in wfp heaven.

i use the 25 slx as my everyday pole as does the majority on this forum  8)

i use a double trim flocked original brush as my first choice

but use the extreme brushes as well

you will not regret it  8) 8)
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: Steve H on March 11, 2013, 10:25:34 pm
Thanks guys, some great info there to have a look at, cheers
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: MWC on March 11, 2013, 11:12:08 pm
Gardiner pole systems is where to buy them.
As for brushes, you dont need different brushes but i think it helps,
So a mixed extreme a flocked super lite & maybe a dual trim super lite.

and heres a pic of a slx30, at full stretch, cleaning a velux window

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z295/dune19670/001-9_zpsafdf5a7d.jpg)

Is it meant to have that bend?
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: elite mike on March 11, 2013, 11:15:12 pm
i used a smax 40 which did not have that much bend  ;)

but depends on what access and angle  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: steven ainger on March 12, 2013, 08:10:12 am
Gardiner pole systems is where to buy them.
As for brushes, you dont need different brushes but i think it helps,
So a mixed extreme a flocked super lite & maybe a dual trim super lite.

and heres a pic of a slx30, at full stretch, cleaning a velux window

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z295/dune19670/001-9_zpsafdf5a7d.jpg)

Is it meant to have that bend?

Its near horizontal, the pic doesnt really show that
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: sunshine windows on March 12, 2013, 08:32:11 am
Slx 30 all day every day (apart from higher work). It even squeezes down the side of conservatories without feeling too big to handle
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: dazmond on March 12, 2013, 05:55:43 pm
my new SLX 22 is my main pole now for domestics with my SLX 25 for bigger domestic and commercial and my 40 SUPERMAX for high jobs and solar panel cleaning.

these 3 poles cover all bases for my work.no chopping and adding sections and extra pole hose.i just grab the right pole for the job.im amazed at how light and compact the 22 is even compared to the 25!happy days! :D :D :D
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: wayne m on March 12, 2013, 06:15:07 pm
I used to use the 30slx for everyday use but since purchasing a slx22 what a difference it reaches most of my work and makes the 30 feel big and heavy if that's possible! 22 or 25 slx for everyday
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: dazmond on March 12, 2013, 06:42:30 pm
yep i agree wayne!22 SLX is fantastic for domestic work although it does come up a bit short for some of my bigger houses but i quickly swap to my 25.also some commercial i need my 25 or 40 footer.
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: richard jagger on March 12, 2013, 07:20:47 pm
I have a slx30 for use but to be honest I would use a clx22 for most work as I dont like the black hands from the slx. I really dont think carbon poles need to have a finish that comes off so quick.
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: MWC on March 12, 2013, 07:36:14 pm
I've got a slx25 on order to replace a 18ft brodex, take it I'm going to notice some difference? Do hope so!
Title: Re: gardiner slx 30 pole
Post by: wayne m on March 12, 2013, 07:40:11 pm
Your without doubt going to notice a difference especially going from a brodex of all poles!