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bobplum

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slx 35 as a everyday brush
« on: January 19, 2012, 10:25:32 pm »
i know this may seem strange but given that these brushes/poles are sooooo light would it be feasible to use a slx 35 as a every day brush.
I want to move away from Harris poles,nothing wrong with them just i feel after 3 years its time to treat myself and i happen to have a play around with a slx35 that Richard speech has and i couldn't believe how light it was and my train of thought is that if i am going to get a good pole i would get the 35 and new radius sill brush(now that dazmond as given his seal of approval :D) and a aqua adapter and that way i am covering all my bases,so to speak,i can use it on everyday domestics and when needed the odd/big jobs we get.

so what do you think(go easy on me :D)

bob

steven ainger

  • Posts: 1953
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #1 on: January 19, 2012, 10:28:49 pm »
No

bobplum

  • Posts: 5602
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #2 on: January 19, 2012, 10:33:48 pm »
No

simple,straight to the point,no messing about with that reply :)

i have got one pda working i am still trying the other wont sync for some reason,mind you have been ill in bed all day
will email you over the weekend Steve
bob

steven ainger

  • Posts: 1953
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2012, 10:37:53 pm »
Ok mate,
Hope you feel better soon,

As regards to the 35 slx as an everyday pole, you would be better off usimg yoir harris.
Splash out and get a slx 18 aswell as the 35.
If you look after it, it will last a long time.
My first slx 18 lasted 2 1/2 years, and i didnt really look after it.
Hope this helps

windiewasher

  • Posts: 4393
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #4 on: January 19, 2012, 10:40:47 pm »
i use a slx 30 somedays allday,superb!
Takings off all first cleans till march 7th 2014
October  total=  cleaned  extra per month
November = cleaned extra per month
Total £  so far.

Carl@Cwc

  • Posts: 1076
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #5 on: January 19, 2012, 10:59:42 pm »
SLX 22 EVERYDAY WITHOUT FAIL. carbon gooseneck 10" ,medium dual trim sill brush ,bucket of unger microfibres and im sorted. for 99.9% of my day, i wagtail the odds. ;D

3 storey and above ( 5 days a month ) elite 30 with gardiner dual tim on standard adjustable adaptor) :(

soon to be replaced with a new slx or supermax and goose neck, sill brush configuration.   ;D

♠Winp®oClean♠

  • Posts: 4085
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2012, 11:45:56 pm »
I've used an SLX 25 all day every day for 4 years, superb pole. However, my honest opinion is the 35ft would be a step too far for an every day pole.

If you wanted to, you could remove two sections & then use it as an every day pole adding the other sections when required, just buy the extra butt cap. You would lose the "insulation" of the base section though- unless you also bought an SLX25 base section extra.

drakestar!

  • Posts: 311
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #7 on: January 20, 2012, 06:09:35 am »
I use my SLX35 all day with ease, whats wrong with everyone?

steven ainger

  • Posts: 1953
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #8 on: January 20, 2012, 06:51:17 am »
Another problem using a large pole for everyday use is the extra pole hose dragging around, it would, imo, be a pita.
The easier you can make the job the better, less tired at the end of the day means you can earn more money,

Window Washers

  • Posts: 9036
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #9 on: January 20, 2012, 08:06:29 am »
i know this may seem strange but given that these brushes/poles are sooooo light would it be feasible to use a slx 35 as a every day brush.
I want to move away from Harris poles,nothing wrong with them just i feel after 3 years its time to treat myself and i happen to have a play around with a slx35 that Richard speech has and i couldn't believe how light it was and my train of thought is that if i am going to get a good pole i would get the 35 and new radius sill brush(now that dazmond as given his seal of approval :D) and a aqua adapter and that way i am covering all my bases,so to speak,i can use it on everyday domestics and when needed the odd/big jobs we get.

so what do you think(go easy on me :D)

bob
go for it, I only use slx saves time swopping poles, lite enough to use allday everyday.
If your not willing to learn, No one can help you, If you are determined to learn, No one can stop you ;)

dazmond

  • Posts: 24435
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #10 on: January 20, 2012, 08:08:42 am »
like winpro.get a 25ft SLX.i use mine for all my work from ground floor to 3 storey.if you need a bigger pole for a few jobs buy an ali brodex 36 footer.cheap and solid and will be ok to use for a bit.

an 18 ft or 22ft is just not long enough for quite a few domestic jobs of mine.

why do you want a 35 footer?
price higher/work harder!

dazmond

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Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #11 on: January 20, 2012, 08:15:10 am »
35footer is too long when you only need that length a few times a month.in fact i dont have any work over my 31 foot reach!!i bet you dont either.

25ft is plenty for most domestic.so youll be carrying an extra 2 sections about for most of your work that are not needed!!
price higher/work harder!

SherwoodCleaningSe

  • Posts: 2368
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #12 on: January 20, 2012, 08:26:27 am »
Yes an SLX35 can be used all day every day, I have a friend that does so and loves it. But I think if you had the cash it would be good to get the 35 and also a shorter pole as well like an SLX18 or 22, you would be astounded at how light these are and the effect that they will have on your working practice.

Simon.

carl stanton

  • Posts: 821
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #13 on: January 20, 2012, 08:34:25 am »
think i am converted!  ;D

Tom White

Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #14 on: January 20, 2012, 09:39:17 am »
I use a Slx 18 foot pole as an everyday pole; why cart about longer when 97% of the time I don't need too.  Most of my work is just two story (ground and first).  I've a 27" CLX for higher.

I work with an outside hose, and on areas where I've got a lot of ground floor work I'll even run around and do the high stuff and then unscrew the light brush head and put it on a short fishing pole - it couldn't be lighter and easier to work with.

It feels like I'm cheating really.

dmlservices

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Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #15 on: January 20, 2012, 10:51:05 am »
Slx 22 for me , was going to get a slx 25 , but it has a longer closed length , slx 22 has the same closed length as the slx 18, but is more versatile.
Coupled with an aquadapter, and a medium double trim sill brush, it makes a great every day pole.

Daz

bobplum

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Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #16 on: January 20, 2012, 11:37:45 am »
35footer is too long when you only need that length a few times a month.in fact i dont have any work over my 31 foot reach!!i bet you dont either.

25ft is plenty for most domestic.so youll be carrying an extra 2 sections about for most of your work that are not needed!!


we do actually,every two months we have a block of flats at least four storey and 4 dormer windows on the roof-line set back slightly,so the 35 would probably do it,i think on balance i will go for the 35 and just remove one or two sections,fit a pole cap on to it and just reassemble for the big jobs

Window Washers

  • Posts: 9036
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #17 on: January 20, 2012, 11:55:31 am »
35footer is too long when you only need that length a few times a month.in fact i dont have any work over my 31 foot reach!!i bet you dont either.

25ft is plenty for most domestic.so youll be carrying an extra 2 sections about for most of your work that are not needed!!


we do actually,every two months we have a block of flats at least four storey and 4 dormer windows on the roof-line set back slightly,so the 35 would probably do it,i think on balance i will go for the 35 and just remove one or two sections,fit a pole cap on to it and just reassemble for the big jobs
seems the best idea
If your not willing to learn, No one can help you, If you are determined to learn, No one can stop you ;)

drakestar!

  • Posts: 311
Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #18 on: January 20, 2012, 12:50:14 pm »
The SLX35 covers all my work. I regularly use the full lenth every week.
Why mess about with 2 poles, when does all?
Its not heavy to work with at all, just get a nice light brush & its perfect.

Ian101

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Re: slx 35 as a everyday brush
« Reply #19 on: January 20, 2012, 02:12:11 pm »
i know this may seem strange but given that these brushes/poles are sooooo light would it be feasible to use a slx 35 as a every day brush.
I want to move away from Harris poles,nothing wrong with them just i feel after 3 years its time to treat myself and i happen to have a play around with a slx35 that Richard speech has and i couldn't believe how light it was and my train of thought is that if i am going to get a good pole i would get the 35 and new radius sill brush(now that dazmond as given his seal of approval :D) and a aqua adapter and that way i am covering all my bases,so to speak,i can use it on everyday domestics and when needed the odd/big jobs we get.

so what do you think(go easy on me :D)

bob

cmon Bob stop putting it off and get yer wallet open and spend some money on a decent pole .. I know u got some money now  ;)

ask 20 people their opinions and you will prob get 20 different answers

SLX 22 will do 99% of work