Which upholstery tool is the best ergonomically?

[Jimmy L]

And then is the highly modified ( Jimmyfied) PMF clear head tool with SS glides and my addition of a needle valve from dultmeiers.

 

[Nate The Great]

Mark,
What does the rotovac uph tool do that the SS doesn't?
Beside spray water when not in touch with fabric?

It assume it may get a little closer to corners. Any difference in flushing ability?
Beside lower price, any reason to buy it?

Because it was free with purchase of the rv360i and XL........

 

[Mark Saiger]

Mark,
What does the rotovac uph tool do that the SS doesn't?
Beside spray water when not in touch with fabric?

It assume it may get a little closer to corners. Any difference in flushing ability?
Beside lower price, any reason to buy it?

Actually I like it for its ability to trim some areas a little better. And I like the ergonomics of the head to get into areas of furniture a bit easier.

I like the weight of the head and especially the little bit lighter hose.

On all the microfiber I see I like that it doesn't leave 2 lines down the spray area of the head.

So there are some things I prefer and I do find myself using it a lot.

 

[ruff]

We can all intellectualize- yet the best indication is always- which one gets out of the van the most.
I liked it at MF Scruz, but never actually cleaned a few sofas with the tool.

 

[icleancarpetz]

Jimmyfied

Is there a pic?

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I have 3 different upholstery tools on each van. I bring in both SS and Rotovac Shear Dry the most.

I do not see much for super fine fabrics up here in the Boondocks....

But, I carry different tools for different cleaning moments.

I've wondered about the Shear Dry. Just don't think I will like the water fountain effect according to the videos I've seen.

 

[Loren Egland]

I would like to try this tool someday

 

[Nate The Great]

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I think that fossil is as old as you are....

 

[Desk Jockey]

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Loren was that just for the trim cording or for complete pieces? Looks like a Ron Toney tool???

 

[Mikey P]

SteamWay


I'm surprised that Loren doesn't already have one

I assume it came with a hideAhose

 

[Loren Egland]

I have not seen this Steam Way tool so I find the drawings a little confusing. I have talked with Dave Nalley, Owner of Steam Way Internaional, about the Fast n Dry. He uses it in his cleaning business in Wyoming. I believe it is his own design, so the tool is not real old, definitely not a fossil. He claims it is good for agitation while cleaning. I don't think he will sell it to just anyone. He likes to package it with his Steam Way system he sells, likely his revamped Powermatic 2200. They were expensive to build so he makes very little selling them.

I personally think it must be an excellent upholstery tool that should last and clean well and leave very fabrics very dry. If I did much upholstery I would consider getting one, but I still have several tools including my go to Hydrokinetic along with the Rotovac Sheardry, pmf internal jet, Hydro and conventional tools. Also, don't know how long I will be cleaning.

 

[ruff]

If it was THAT good, I think he would sell it.
And if it was THAT good, people would buy it.
Therefore.....

 

[Loren Egland]

I can't be certain, but I think if I remember right Dave had about 500 made at high cost so he may not make anymore after they are gone. I think he makes about $40 per tool and they are priced in the $500 range. As I mentioned he likes to sell a complete system that helps cleaners to be successful, so he may not be in a hurry to move what he has left.

Again, I am going on memory and it was some time ago, so take this with a grain of salt.