A happy upholstery reunion

[ruff]

So I was cleaning one of then velvety thingies, that to add insult to injury, had buttons on the seat:

And if you get moisture on the buttons, you may live to enjoy the rust later.

And since the SS tool, though great for production, is somewhat of a blunt instrument. I pulled out my trusty, surgical precision, upholstery cleaning Rolls Royce of a tool:

Buda Bing!

That thing sings when it comes to precision and detail.

Not unlike our yodeling Hawaiian on a hot assed tin roof.

Like setting a Chavez loose on water damage on a hot summer night.


So if you need to have upholstery cleaning arsenal, keep this one at hand. Cheaper; longer lasting; great tool; a hell of a value. And I ain’t getting nada from PMF. Hell, these Nimrods never said thank you for all the good words I’ve been saying through the years

 

[Desk Jockey]

 

[Zee]

That's actually my go to upholstery tool....even though I like the SS and Drimaster too but only on large pieces.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Its my summer tool. Yep it keeps the wind from blowing commercial double doors open when tucked beneath them.

Versatile tool!

 

[Jim Pemberton]

So I was cleaning one of then velvety thingies, that to add insult to injury, had buttons on the seat:

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And if you get moisture on the buttons, you may live to enjoy the rust later.

And since the SS tool, though great for production, is somewhat of a blunt instrument. I pulled out my trusty, surgical precision, upholstery cleaning Rolls Royce of a tool:

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Buda Bing!

That thing sings when it comes to precision and detail.

Not unlike our yodeling Hawaiian on a hot assed tin roof.

Like setting a Chavez loose on water damage on a hot summer night.


So if you need to have upholstery cleaning arsenal, keep this one at hand. Cheaper; longer lasting; great tool; a hell of a value. And I ain’t getting nada from PMF. Hell, these Nimrods never said thank you for all the good words I’ve been saying through the years

It is a great detail tool, and all upholstery cleaning specialists should own more than one tool if they are committed to their craft.

A word of caution: Be careful on some deeper pile rayon velvets. I've had trouble with streaks because the flow of the jet in the center is heavier than at the corners. Depending on the machine you are using, consider reducing the pressure at the machine. Also be sure to use one that has a vacuum relief, as the tool is more likely to create distortion at the edges of the tool on pile fabrics.

Here's another PMF tool worth having on hand for upholstery spotting applications:

http://www.pmftools.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Internal-Spray-Economy-Upholstery-Tool.jpg

The design of the head is clumsy for overall cleaning, but when you need to remove a stubborn spot from a fabric, you can flood your rinse solution right onto a very small area and watch the spot and the residue disappear.

 

[Jimmy L]

I have two of those PMF tools but I prefer the CLEAR plastic head so I can see what rinses out.
I ordered two clip on SS glides for the head.

Also you can use a plastic screen over the head to even out the flow of water .

I just wish they would have an easier valve because after awhile my wittle hand gets so tired.

 

[Desk Jockey]

my wittle hand gets so tired.

Little? You have catchers mitt's for hands. Hell your hand (booger encrusted) covered my hand up when we shook hands. Must come from all the jerking you do???? I'm at a loss personally.

 

[Jimmy L]

You didn't notice that one hand was bigger than the other? And you shook my big hand : )
Next time you eat KFC chicken remember my hand.

 

[Desk Jockey]

You're a sick puppy!

I only eat sshicken in salads. Something about eating it off the bone is just so caveman.
I just can't do it! No wings or anything like that.

It just grosses me out...more than your hands.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Here's another PMF tool worth having on hand for upholstery spotting applications:

Many years ago I would use those to clean upholstery with. Nice and lightweight, and they did a decent job of cleaning. Not a bad tool if you clean infrequently or as a backup. It has its weak points but it was fairly inexpensive.

When the valve wore out or the head cracked or got loose on the vac tube, I'd just toss it an buy a new one.

 

[Jim Pemberton]

Also you can use a plastic screen over the head to even out the flow of water .

Thank you Jimmy, that's a great suggestion.

I'm going to try that soon.

 

[Mikey P]

It would be cool to have a framed piece of screen that clipped on one the shnozle

 

[ruff]

It is a great detail tool, and all upholstery cleaning specialists should own more than one tool if they are committed to their craft.

A word of caution: Be careful on some deeper pile rayon velvets. I've had trouble with streaks because the flow of the jet in the center is heavier than at the corners. Depending on the machine you are using, consider reducing the pressure at the machine. Also be sure to use one that has a vacuum relief, as the tool is more likely to create distortion at the edges of the tool on pile fabrics.

Very true, Jim. But that distortion is my signature

1. I wonder if PMF can change the jet to correct it.
   
2. With the 4" tool, the water does not cover as evenly (at the edges) as the 3" tool.
3. The valve could be better.

Still a great tool at a great price. Worth every penny.

P.S. Richard, the fact that it holds the office's door shows how much you cherish it, as we all know where, with a name like "Desk Jockey", you spend most of your time.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Is Field Jockey way,WAY better?

 

[ruff]

Yes.....
But untrue.

 

[Desk Jockey]

 

[Nate The Great]

We actually used our hydrokinetic tool over the SS due to the fact the SS would lock down and leave streaks of water on silk pillows... I forgot how nice the HK tool is... It may be too heavy for "Ofer types" of cleaners but hopefully @Scott W can talk some sense into the designers/engineers to make a rotomolded HK tool so Ofer can actually see the benefit of it... The current model isn't elderly friendly...

 

[Desk Jockey]

Nate how does the HK work on rug fringe?

 

[ruff]

We actually used our hydrokinetic tool over the SS due to the fact the SS would lock down and leave streaks of water on silk pillows... I forgot how nice the HK tool is... It may be too heavy for "Ofer types" of cleaners but hopefully @Scott W can talk some sense into the designers/engineers to make a rotomolded HK tool so Ofer can actually see the benefit of it... The current model isn't elderly friendly...

I would love that. With a few thoughtful changes it can become an awesome tool.
Their first mistake must have been, never talking to real cleaners

Hey, yodeling Hawaiian, after all the HK use, have you kissed your wrist sayonara yet?

 

[Desk Jockey]

I agree it has a lot of potential but as it is currently I'm not fond of it.

 

[Nate The Great]

Nate how does the HK work on rug fringe?

Sucks for fringe work... I use the retired drimaster2 for in-plant fringe touch ups... And your fond of the PC Powerglide's too... That's not saying much...

I keep my wrists in top shape.... You just have to learn to switch hands...

 

[Desk Jockey]

 

[J Scott W]

@Nate The Great , @Desk Jockey , @Ofer Kolton - WHat other changes would make to the HK upholstery tool? I will save up your ideas for future redesign.

 

[Desk Jockey]

I need to find that file.

 

[Desk Jockey]

I thought I had a WORD file some where but can't find it. I'll keep looking. If I remember correctly Ofer & I thought it need some weight reduction as well as reducing the length. The length wasn't necessary and might cause you difficulty in tight areas.

I'll look and see if I can't find it. I just searched and it wasn't under HK or Upholstery tool. I don't recall what I saved it under.

 

[Nate The Great]

I thought I had a WORD file some where but can't find it. I'll keep looking. If I remember correctly Ofer & I thought it need some weight reduction as well as reducing the length. The length wasn't necessary and might cause you difficulty in tight areas.

I'll look and see if I can't find it. I just searched and it wasn't under HK or Upholstery tool. I don't recall what I saved it under.

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Old age sucks..... I like to hide shit too from my pops.... You old dudes lose your mind running in circles.....

 

[Desk Jockey]

Old age sucks..... I like to hide shit too from my pops.... You old dudes lose your mind running in circles.....

You suck!

I just have too much sheeet saved and don't save it in the right folders! Age has little to do with it...ok maybe a little.

 

[Scott S.]

http://crwsupply.com/spec_sheets/Hydro-Kinetic_Upholstery_Tool.pdf

 

[ruff]

Richard pretty much nailed it.
Though the length comment was more regarding the Dry Master. However making it a little shorter will definitely make it better, as it will be easier to maneuver, easier to work longer hours and less damaging to wrists. (Yodeling Hawaiians excluded.)

Scott, it is a nice tool with some really nice qualities. With these adjustment it can be an all around outstanding tool. If making it lighter, it will be appreciated if it will still be metal. In my eyes it will be much more attractive than the SS cheap plastic feel.

 

[roro]

Sucks for fringe work... I use the retired drimaster2 for in-plant fringe touch ups...

This is what I like for doing rug fringes
roro