{"product_id":"13-inch-carpet-scrubbing-floor-buffer","title":"CleanFreak 13\" Carpet Scrubbing Floor Buffer (Pad Holder Sold Separately) - KOB-00-4431-3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCleanFreak 13\" Carpet Scrubbing Floor Buffer (Pad Holder Sold Separately) - KOB-00-4431-3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CleanFreak 13\" floor buffer is powerful enough with its 0.75 horsepower motor to scrub carpeting before doing \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ea \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"\/pages\/carpet-cleaning-extraction\"\u003ecomplete carpet extraction\u003c\/a\u003e. Great for scrubbing small traffic areas and spotting those heavily soiled areas. It is also great for scrubbing hard to get into areas of hard floors, like those found in a bathroom. No longer do you have to carry those heavy buffers up and down stairs to do your cleaning. This little buffer weighs only 61 pounds, and does the work equal to that of a much larger machine! Comes with a 5 year warranty on the motor and 1 year on parts. Pad holder sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFor other options, including larger machines, please take a look at our complete line of \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"\/collections\/floor-buffers\"\u003erotary floor buffers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 gauge, 1¼\" diameter steel chrome handle is durable enough for any job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5\" non-marking wheels make this carpet scrubbing buffer easy to transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll aluminum shroud \u0026amp; chassis withstand the toughest, most labor intensive jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple planetary transmission provides efficient power transfer from motor to pad driver or brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety switch for protection against operator error to help avoid injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zdrtvh\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eCompact \u003cstrong data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"59\"\u003e13\" scrubbing path\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it ideal for tight areas, spot cleaning, and detail work on both carpet and hard floors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eh10zr\" data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eReliable \u003cstrong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"216\"\u003e0.75 HP motor with 175 RPM low-speed rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers controlled, consistent agitation without damaging carpet fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f9v6ep\" data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eDesigned as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"333\"\u003emulti-surface machine\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for carpet scrubbing, hard floor cleaning, and edge-area maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9pj94q\" data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eLightweight \u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e61 lb construction\u003c\/strong\u003e improves portability for carrying between rooms, stairs, or job sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2wn57p\" data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eDurable \u003cstrong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"565\"\u003ealuminum chassis and shroud\u003c\/strong\u003e provide long-term resistance against heavy commercial use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"53w47q\" data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eTriple planetary transmission ensures \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eefficient power transfer and smooth operation under load\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b1iag1\" data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eWorks well for \u003cstrong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"799\"\u003epre-scrubbing carpets before hot water extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving soil release and cleaning results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ui5566\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eCompatible with brushes and pads (sold separately) for \u003cstrong data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"961\"\u003escrubbing, bonnet cleaning, and light stripping tasks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16pf2ng\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e50 ft power cord offers \u003cstrong data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003egood working range without frequent outlet changes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t8cben\" data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eExcellent choice for janitorial teams, small cleaning contractors, and facilities needing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eversatile floor maintenance equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f584lf\" data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eBuilt for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eagitation-based cleaning workflows\u003c\/strong\u003e, where soil removal efficiency matters before extraction or polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xle6h2\" data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eA practical option for businesses that want a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003ecompact, affordable, and durable rotary machine for everyday cleaning tasks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eQ: What is the CleanFreak 13\" Carpet Scrubbing Floor Buffer used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eA: The CleanFreak 13\" 175 RPM floor buffer is a compact commercial machine designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"264\"\u003ecarpet scrubbing before extraction, deep cleaning high-traffic areas, and hard floor maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e on surfaces like tile, vinyl, concrete, and terrazzo. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eQ: Does this buffer include a pad holder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eA: No. The pad holder is sold separately, allowing you to choose brushes or pads based on carpet scrubbing, stripping, or polishing needs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eQ: What motor and speed does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eA: It features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"684\"\u003e0.75 HP motor running at 175 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing controlled low-speed agitation for safe and effective carpet and floor scrubbing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eQ: Is it good for carpet cleaning prep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eA: Yes. It’s commonly used to \u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eagitate carpet fibers before hot water extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping loosen soil in heavily soiled or high-traffic areas for a deeper clean. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eQ: How portable is this machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eA: Very portable. It weighs about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e61 lbs and includes 5-inch non-marking wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to move between rooms or job sites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eQ: What type of floors can it clean besides carpet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eA: It also works on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003evinyl, tile, concrete, terrazzo, rubber, laminate, and other hard surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a versatile janitorial machine. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for commercial use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eA: Yes. 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