power wash

High-pressure water cleaning

Power wash means to clean a surface using a high-pressure stream of water, typically from a specialized machine.

The force strips away dirt, mold, grime, and loose paint from driveways, decks, siding, and vehicles: We power washed the patio before the party.

Also appears as the noun power washer for the machine itself.

Interchangeable with pressure wash.

equipment

pressure

Force upon contact

  • nozzleFlow-directing pipe fitting
  • hoseFlexible fluid conduit
  • jetForced fluid stream

spray · wand · lance · pump · psi · trigger · tip · attachment · surface cleaner · extension

action

blast

Sudden forceful burst

  • streamSteady continuous flow
  • rinseWash without scrubbing
  • soakSaturate with liquid

scrub · spray · degrease · strip · scour · dislodge · cleanse · sweep · saturate · agitate

grime

mildew

Fungus from dampness

  • algaePrimitive aquatic photosynthesizers
  • mossSpore-bearing ground cover
  • mudWet soil mixture

grease · oil stains · rust · efflorescence · discoloration · debris · residue · chewing gum · graffiti · soot

surfaces

driveway

Private residential road

  • deckShip's flat surface
  • sidingExterior wall covering
  • patioPaved outdoor living space

concrete · brick · fence · garage floor · sidewalk · gutter · vinyl · stucco · pavers · pool deck

restoration

revitalize

Restore strength and vitality

restore · rejuvenate · resurface · deep clean · curb appeal · before-and-after · transformation

Categories
Opposites
cleaning intensity/force

power washhand wash

Clean by hand

spot clean · dab · sponge bath · delicate wash · wipe down

cleaning method mechanization

power washhand scrub

Abrasive soap for palms

elbow grease · hand wash · mop · sponge down · wipe down

cleaning method

power washhand scrub

Abrasive soap for palms

dry brush · air dry · sweep · vacuum

Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G