Pressure Washer Buying Guide UK | 50 Expert Answers 2025

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Pressure Washer Buying Guide UK: 50 Essential Questions Answered by Experts

Buying a pressure washer? You have questions. We have answers.

After helping thousands of UK customers and earning 100+ five-star Google reviews, we've answered every pressure washer question imaginable. This ultimate guide provides expert answers to the 50 most common questions about buying, using, and maintaining pressure washers in the UK.

All answers from KranzleUK - authorised Kranzle dealer with next-day delivery and lifetime support.

Top 10 Most Asked Questions

1. What pressure washer should I buy?

Answer: Depends on your use - home occasional use (Kranzle K 1050 TST), professional mobile valeting (Kranzle K1152 TST), heavy-duty contractor (Kranzle K2160 TST). Browse our complete Professional Use and Home Use collections.

Detailed answer: The right pressure washer depends on frequency of use and application. Consumer brands (£200-400) last 6-18 months with regular use. Professional Kranzle (£800-1,500) lasts 10-20+ years. For daily professional use, Kranzle K1152 TST is most popular. For home use, Kranzle K 1050P offers professional quality at reasonable price.

2. How much should I spend?

Answer: £800-1,200 for professional quality that lasts decades. Cheaper options (£200-500) seem economical but cost more long-term through replacements.

5-year cost comparison: Consumer brand £300 × 5 replacements = £1,500. Kranzle £1,200 once = £1,200 (still working after 5 years).

3. Is Kranzle worth the extra money?

Answer: Absolutely yes. Customer testimony: "Went through £400 Karcher every 6 months. Bought Kranzle K1152 TST three years ago - still perfect. Wish I'd bought it first."

The math: Cheap washer £400 × 6 over 3 years = £2,400. Kranzle £1,200 once = £1,200 saving plus zero downtime.

4. What bar pressure do I need?

Answer: 100-130 bar perfect for vehicles and general use. 130-160 bar for heavy-duty. More pressure isn't always better - adjustable pressure (30-130 bar like K1152 TST) is more useful than maximum pressure.

5. Cold water or hot water?

Answer: Cold water fine for 95% of applications (vehicles, patios, general cleaning). Hot water essential only for grease removal, oil cleaning, food industry sanitization. Hot water costs 2-3x more. For hot water applications, see our Kranzle Therm 715 or Kranzle Therm 1017 models. Read our complete guide: When Hot Water Kranzle Machines Come Into Their Own.

6. Best pressure washer for mobile valeting?

Answer: Kranzle K1152 TST - adjustable 30-130 bar (safe for all vehicles), 10 L/min flow, 15m hose reel, compact, reliable. Most popular with UK mobile valeters.

7. Best for home use?

Answer: Kranzle K 1050P - 130 bar, 7.5 L/min, compact, professional quality, lasts decades. Perfect for driveway, patio, car, garden furniture.

8. How long will Kranzle last?

Answer: 10-20+ years with proper maintenance. Real examples: "My K1152 TST is 8 years old, used daily, still perfect." Compare to consumer brands: 6-18 months.

9. Can I use on my car safely?

Answer: Yes, use 30-50 bar for paintwork, 60-80 bar for wheels. Kranzle K1152 TST adjusts from 30-130 bar - perfect for vehicles. Keep 30cm+ distance, use wide spray.

10. Where should I buy?

Answer: From authorised dealer like KranzleUK. Guarantees genuine product, full UK warranty, expert advice, lifetime support, next-day delivery. Avoid grey imports on Amazon/eBay.

Buying & Choosing Questions

11. What's difference between cheap and expensive pressure washers?

Cheap: Plastic pumps, universal motors (loud), disposable, 6-18 months lifespan, no spare parts.

Expensive (Kranzle): Brass pumps, induction motors (quiet), repairable, 10-20+ years, comprehensive spare parts.

12. What's more important - bar or litres per minute?

Answer: Both matter. Bar = cleaning power. L/min = cleaning speed. Ideal combination: high pressure + high flow. Recommended: 10 L/min for professional work, 7.5 L/min for home. Our Kranzle K1152 TST delivers 11 L/min at 150 bar - the perfect professional balance.

13. Do I need 110V or 230V?

Answer: 230V for most users (standard UK plug). 110V only for construction sites (HSE safety requirement).

14. What does TST mean?

Answer: Total-Stop Technology - automatic on/off. Machine only runs when trigger pulled. Extends pump life, saves electricity, reduces noise.

15. Why brass pump better than plastic?

Answer: Durability. Plastic pumps wear quickly, disposable. Brass pumps last decades, handle daily professional use, repairable. All Kranzle have brass pumps.

16. What's professional grade mean?

Answer: Built for 8+ hours daily operation, repairable not disposable, spare parts available, 10-20+ year lifespan, designed for revenue generation.

17. Kranzle vs Karcher?

Answer: Kranzle for professional use. Karcher consumer grade (most models), plastic components, 6-18 months with professional use, disposable. Kranzle professional grade, brass pumps, 10-20+ years, fully repairable.

18. Kranzle vs Nilfisk?

Answer: Both professional, Kranzle edges ahead. Quieter operation, better build quality, longer lifespan, better UK support through KranzleUK.

19. What's included when I buy?

Answer: Complete package - pressure washer, high-pressure hose, trigger gun, Dirtkiller lance, Vario-Jet lance, manual, warranty. Plus from KranzleUK: installation support, training, lifetime technical support.

20. Is there warranty?

Answer: Yes, full manufacturer warranty. Plus KranzleUK lifetime support continues after warranty expires.

Usage Questions

21. Will it damage car paint?

Answer: Not if used correctly. Use 30-50 bar for paintwork, keep 30cm+ distance, wide spray pattern. Never use 150+ bar on paint or rotary lance on vehicles.

22. Can I clean patio?

Answer: Yes - excellent use. Recommended: Kranzle K2160 TST with UFO patio cleaner. Cleans 10x faster than lance alone. Removes years of algae and grime.

23. How often clean driveway?

Answer: Once per year for maintenance. Spring cleaning removes winter grime. Before sealing essential for proper adhesion.

24. Can use indoors?

Answer: Yes with precautions - adequate drainage, ventilation (hot water models), waterproof surfaces, RCD electrical protection. Common: workshop floors, commercial kitchens. For indoor grease removal, our Kranzle Therm 715 hot water model is ideal.

25. Need water supply or can use tank?

Answer: Most models need mains water (2-3 bar inlet pressure). Kranzle Quadro has integrated 55L tank - perfect for mobile work without mains water.

26. How much water does it use?

Answer: Less than garden hose. K1152 TST: 10 L/min = 600L per hour. Washing car: 10-15 minutes = 100-150 litres. Garden hose same job: 400-600 litres. Pressure washer uses 75% less water. See full specs on our Kranzle K1152 TST page.

27. Can use hot water in cold water model?

Answer: NO - will damage machine. Cold water models max 40°C inlet. If need hot water, buy Therm model designed for it.

Chemical Questions

28. Can I use detergent?

Answer: Yes - most Kranzle have built-in detergent injection. Fill tank or use suction tube, machine mixes with water, apply to surface, allow dwell time, rinse.

29. What chemicals can I use?

Answer: Use pressure washer-specific chemicals. Recommended: Realkleen RK5 TFR (general cleaning), Autoglym Polar Blast (snow foam), Realkleen Aluminium Cleaner (wheels). Never use bleach, household detergents.

30. Do I dilute chemicals?

Answer: Yes - follow instructions. Typical: Realkleen RK5 1:5 to 1:10, Realkleen Aluminium Cleaner 1:5. Correct dilution = best results + equipment protection + cost efficiency.

31. Can use car shampoo?

Answer: Not recommended. Creates too much foam, can damage detergent system. Use pressure washer-specific products instead.

Maintenance Questions

32. How maintain pressure washer?

Daily: Flush with clean water, wipe down, check leaks, store dry. Weekly: Check oil, clean filter, inspect hose. Monthly: Deep clean filter, inspect pump, lubricate. Annual: Change oil, replace filter, inspect seals.

33. How often change oil?

Answer: Annually or every 500 hours. Protects pump, extends lifespan, maintains performance. Kranzle advantage: easy oil changes, clear instructions.

34. What if don't maintain?

Answer: Premature failure, expensive repairs. Pump seal failure £50-100, pump damage £200-400. Good maintenance = 20+ years. Poor maintenance = 2-3 years.

35. Can repair Kranzle or disposable?

Answer: Fully repairable - that's the point. Available parts: pump seals, hoses, lances, trigger guns, filters, nozzles. KranzleUK stocks common parts for next-day delivery. Consumer brands: disposable, no parts.

36. Where get spare parts?

Answer: KranzleUK - next-day delivery. Large inventory, genuine parts only, expert guidance, installation support.

Safety Questions

37. Are pressure washers dangerous?

Answer: Can be if misused, safe with precautions. Hazards: water injection injuries, hose whiplash, electrical shock, slips, chemicals. Safety: wear glasses, closed shoes, never point at people, inspect hoses, use RCD protection.

38. What safety equipment needed?

Essential: Safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, gloves (with chemicals). Recommended: Waterproof clothing, ear protection, face mask (chemicals).

39. Can cause injuries?

Answer: Yes - water injection injuries serious. High-pressure water can penetrate skin, requires immediate medical attention. Prevention: never point at body, keep 30cm+ distance, never put hand in front of nozzle.

40. Need training?

Answer: Not legally required for most uses, highly recommended. KranzleUK provides free comprehensive phone training: operation, safety, applications, chemical handling. For employees: employers must provide training under PUWER.

Delivery & Support Questions

41. Do you offer next-day delivery?

Answer: Yes - on everything. All Kranzle washers, spare parts, chemicals, accessories. Order before 2pm = next working day delivery.

42. What support after purchase?

Answer: Lifetime technical support from KranzleUK. Installation guidance, training, troubleshooting, maintenance advice, spare parts supply. Always reachable by phone/email.

43. Can get finance?

Answer: Contact KranzleUK to discuss options. Potential: business loans, hire purchase, leasing, payment plans.

Model-Specific Questions

44. Difference between K1152 TS and K1152 TST?

Answer: Hose reel. K1152 TS has 10m hose on trolley. K1152 TST has 15m integrated hose reel. TST more popular for mobile work.

45. Which Kranzle for home use?

Answer: K 1050P perfect - 130 bar, 7.5 L/min, compact, professional quality, affordable (£800-900). Handles all home tasks: driveway, patio, car, furniture.

46. Which for professional valeting?

Answer: K1152 TST most popular - adjustable 30-130 bar, 10 L/min, 15m hose reel, reliable daily operation. Handles 8-10 cars daily.

47. Which for heavy-duty contractor?

Answer: K2160 TST - 160 bar, 10 L/min, heavy-duty construction. Built for toughest jobs: construction, patio cleaning, industrial.

48. When need hot water?

Answer: Essential for grease removal (kitchens, engines), oil removal (industrial), sanitization (food industry), chewing gum removal. Therm 715 or Therm 1017 recommended.

49. What's Quadro for?

Answer: Self-contained operation without mains water. Has 55L integrated tank, built-in detergent system. Perfect for mobile work, agriculture, remote locations.

50. Which accessories essential?

Answer: Dirtkiller rotary lance (2x faster patio cleaning), foam lance (pre-wash application), UFO patio cleaner (10x faster than lance), underbody lance (vehicle chassis), variable spray lance (adjust pattern).

Why Buy from KranzleUK

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  • ✅ Genuine Kranzle products - Authorised UK dealer
  • ✅ Next-day delivery - Order before 2pm
  • ✅ Expert advice - Help choosing right model
  • ✅ Installation support - Get set up correctly
  • ✅ Comprehensive training - Learn proper use
  • ✅ Lifetime technical support - Always here
  • ✅ Spare parts in stock - Fast access

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Conclusion

Choosing the right pressure washer doesn't have to be complicated. Whether you're a professional mobile valeter, contractor, or homeowner, Kranzle offers the perfect solution backed by German engineering and KranzleUK's expert support.

Key takeaways:

  • ✅ Professional Kranzle costs same or less than consumer brands long-term
  • ✅ 10-20+ year lifespan vs 6-18 months
  • ✅ Fully repairable vs disposable
  • ✅ Lifetime support from KranzleUK
  • ✅ Next-day delivery on everything

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