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UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: Clever Forum Name on March 29, 2014, 01:33:16 pm

Title: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Clever Forum Name on March 29, 2014, 01:33:16 pm
I was thinking a gap exists with your brush range.

Extremes are 125grams

Sill brush is 225grams.

I was wondering an extreme brush with more bristles would be a great addition?

Something around the 170-180gram mark with jets,hose and connector.

Also I know it's only grams. Buy would plastic pencil jets ever happen? You did it with fan jets.........

Cheers
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Alex Gardiner on March 29, 2014, 01:40:58 pm
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Window Lickers on March 29, 2014, 01:42:07 pm
Yes, mono-filament, dual trim. Thicker bristles.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Clever Forum Name on March 29, 2014, 01:45:08 pm
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 

Ah ok. Think I have an idea on pencils now tho ;)
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Lee GLS on March 29, 2014, 01:48:24 pm
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 

Excellent. This would be a brilliant idea.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: robert mitchell on March 29, 2014, 03:28:38 pm
I would definately be interested in a lighter sill brush .


Now hurry up and get those 25ft extremes back in stock 😄
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Cliff perkins on March 29, 2014, 04:04:50 pm
id rather see alex bring out a longer sill brush.
i think the 1s at the moment are good but would like a bigger 1
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Alex Gardiner on March 29, 2014, 08:47:16 pm
id rather see alex bring out a longer sill brush.
i think the 1s at the moment are good but would like a bigger 1

How much wider would you want on a Sill brush?
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: keyser soze on March 29, 2014, 09:06:48 pm
when are the extreme 25 back in stock ?.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: capn sparkle on March 29, 2014, 09:23:04 pm
Hi Alex,

Bought a 2nd sill brush from you to modify for sash windows - Will post piccys when done.

And a 'bumper' that only fits a normal brush, but hey ho lesson learnt...
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: s.w.c on March 29, 2014, 09:38:17 pm
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 


you still got that cut down brush I did with 5 rows of bristles, if not ive still got original if you want a second look, I can send it back for your attention.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Dave Turley on March 31, 2014, 10:13:22 pm
I would be interested to see an extreme style brush with more rows of bristles. Personally it wouldn't bother me if it was a bit heavier.

I've tried a couple of extreme brushes but I keep going back to dual trim flocked superlite cos the extreme's bristles are just too flimsy in my opinion.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: davids3511 on March 31, 2014, 11:14:35 pm
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 
Could they not be made as part of the manufacturing process in the brush stock?
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: ♠Winp®oClean♠ on April 01, 2014, 12:05:19 am
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Alex Gardiner on April 01, 2014, 07:37:45 am
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 


you still got that cut down brush I did with 5 rows of bristles, if not ive still got original if you want a second look, I can send it back for your attention.


Hi s.w.c

Yes I have still got that cut down Sill brush, thanks. I might dig it out and have another play.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Alex Gardiner on April 01, 2014, 07:39:28 am
I have been pondering on this myself. I'll bump this up on my to do list.

Plastic pencil jets - can't see them being as durable as they need hammering into the brush stock. 
Could they not be made as part of the manufacturing process in the brush stock?

They probably could - although whether they could be made with the same precision as our current pencil jet range is another matter - 1.4mm, 2mm & 3mm

We also need to be able to fit Fanjets for clients when needed.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Alex Gardiner on April 01, 2014, 07:40:40 am
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)

I have tried to get this made in the past but the current machinery can only do 2 different heights of material.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Stephen Fox on April 01, 2014, 10:42:47 am
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)

Think it already exists. Is this what you mean....

http://www.windowcleaningwarehouse.co.uk/SKU4710.html
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: ♠Winp®oClean♠ on April 01, 2014, 04:31:45 pm
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)

Think it already exists. Is this what you mean....

http://www.windowcleaningwarehouse.co.uk/SKU4710.html

No Stephen, I was talking about WFP brushes, not yard brooms! ;)
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Clever Forum Name on April 01, 2014, 04:38:49 pm
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)

Think it already exists. Is this what you mean....

http://www.windowcleaningwarehouse.co.uk/SKU4710.html

No Stephen, I was talking about WFP brushes, not yard brooms! ;)

LOL :D

Decided to trim up a sill brush this weekend PLUS i have three weight saving ideas. So will see what i can do :D
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Michael Peterson on April 01, 2014, 06:03:56 pm
I'm up for a wider sill brush, better for using the aqua tap
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: Dave Willis on April 01, 2014, 06:17:38 pm
I have an Xtreme dual trim mixed medium that's been trimmed so that the inner and outer bristles are the same length.
It feels better than the standard brush to me. It's a shame the bristles don't behave the same when they are wet. A dry brush feels perfect but goes floppy when wet.

Having said that I don't think there is a huge difference between any brush - they all do much the same but it's the weight that makes a good or bad brush.
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: robbo333 on April 01, 2014, 07:16:10 pm
A wider sill brush...about another 50mm. That will make it feel quicker over the glass but any more than that, could make it feel a bit cumbersome. And if you could keep the weight to a minimum. Can you make the brushes from carbon fibre rather than plastic? When the brush gets worn, could you offer a bristle replacement service?
OK...sorry i'll stop.
Thanks Alex
Title: Re: FTAO ALEX G & everyone else :p
Post by: CleanClear on April 01, 2014, 08:59:39 pm
There are four rows of bristles on an Xtreme, a fifth, central row would be interesting. Maybe even just slightly shorter than the inner two rows- the worlds first "triple trim" wfp brush!! :)

Think it already exists. Is this what you mean....

http://www.windowcleaningwarehouse.co.uk/SKU4710.html

Although that looks a fine brush Stephen, i think you'll find the large stock on the brush leaves it at a weight disadvatage when compared with a lightweight slim stock brush ?