How to pick the right scrubber dryer: The complete guide for your business

How to Pick the Right Scrubber Dryer: The Complete Guide for Your Business

Choosing the right scrubber dryer can transform your cleaning process—saving time, labour, and money while delivering a spotless finish. Whether you run a vet surgery, a school, a warehouse or an office, this guide will help you choose the ideal machine for your specific needs.

✅ What We'll Cover:

• How to clean safety flooring effectively
• The best machine for your type of business
• Important pre-purchase questions
• Lease-purchase and finance options

1. Consider the Area Size You Need to Clean

Small clinics, cafes, or offices might only need a compact walk-behind unit. Warehouses or schools with large open spaces often need a ride-on model or wider cleaning paths.

Tip: Work out your floor area in square metres or feet and how often it needs cleaning. We offer free site surveys to help with this if ever needed.

2. Know Your Floor Type

Different floors require different brush types and water flow settings:

• Safety flooring: Needs soft brushes and the right detergent to avoid damage.
• Tiles or polished concrete: Choose machines with strong suction to avoid streaks.
• Warehouse epoxy floors: Use tough but non-abrasive pads.

Related search terms: how to clean safety flooring, best scrubber for anti-slip floors.

3. Mains-Powered or Battery?

• Mains: Great for continuous use, but make sure you have enough accessible power sockets.
• Battery: Ideal for freedom of movement and avoiding trailing cables, especially in busy environments.

4. Storage and Space Considerations

Think about where the machine will live:

• Is there a dry, secure space available?
• Do you have access to a power socket for charging (if battery-powered)?
• Will it fit through doorways and corridors?

5. Can You Fill and Empty the Tanks Easily?

All scrubber dryers need access to clean water and a place to empty dirty water. Consider whether you have a mop sink or hose, and whether users can do this easily without spills or heavy lifting.

6. Will It Fit Where It Needs to Go?

Take measurements! If your machine needs to fit through standard doors, into lifts, or around tight corridors, size matters. Portable or modular models may be best for multi-floor sites.

7. Do You Have Multiple Floor Types?

If your building has tiles, safety flooring, or concrete all in one space, look for a scrubber dryer with interchangeable pads/brushes and adjustable pressure.

8. Is It Easy for Staff to Use?

Choose a machine with intuitive controls, simple daily maintenance, and parts that are easy to clean or replace. Good usability equals better, more consistent cleaning.

9. Problem Areas?

Struggling with muddy warehouse entrances or greasy kitchen floors? Tell us about the issues—there are targeted detergents and attachments that can help.

10. Budgeting: Why Quality Beats Cheap

Low-cost scrubber dryers may look like a bargain, but poor durability, limited warranty support, and costly breakdowns often make them more expensive in the long run.

We recommend trusted, service-backed machines built to last with readily available spare parts.

11. Ask About Leasing & Finance

Instead of buying outright, lease purchase can help you:

• Spread the cost with fixed monthly payments
• Access higher-quality machines with lower upfront cost
• Save on tax (always speak to your accountant first)

We offer flexible leasing plans to suit your business.

12. Where You Buy From Matters

We’re not just a cleaning machine store—we’re experienced professionals who support you from selection to after-sales care. When you buy from us, you get:

• Genuine advice tailored to your business
• Access to spares, consumables and servicing
• Product training and demo options

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What scrubber dryer is best for a vet’s surgery?
A: Compact machines that handle non-slip floors are best for clinical settings with tight spaces. Our most popular machine for vets is the Multiwash Steam found here.

Q: Can one machine clean multiple floor types?
A: Yes—just make sure the model allows for interchangeable pads/brushes and pressure adjustments.

Q: How do I clean my safety flooring properly?
A: Use cylindrical brushes or orbital machines, a non-aggressive cleaning agent, and a machine with appropriate down pressure. For smaller areas, washrooms or stairs the Motor Scrubber Shock is very popular.

Need Help Choosing?

We’ll help you find the perfect scrubber dryer for your facility—backed by expert support and flexible finance.

Take a look here at our full range of floor scrubber dryers, click here or reach out for advice.

📞 Call us or email today for personalised recommendations and leasing options.