FiberPlus MAX pads are a moderately aggressive pad that's ideal for scrubbing dense commercial carpeting. These grey-coloured synthetic pads are well suited for scrubbing loop commercial carpets with strong agitation.
The FiberPlus MAX pads are made for digging dirt out of the carpet. On a challenging commercial carpet, the MAX pads will increase your productivity by approximately 20% (the US supplier quotes the same figure). FiberPlus MAX pads can also be used for hard-floor maintenance cleaning.
This listing is a box of five 17 inch (43 cm) pads, to suit a 17 inch pad driver on a rotary floor machine.
Important: Commercial Loop Carpet Only
Caution: Because the FiberPlus MAX pads are aggressive you should exercise care when using them on carpeting. Only use the FiberPlus MAX pads on durable commercial loop carpeting. And don't allow the machine to remain running on the same spot — keep the machine moving at all times.
For cut-pile carpet, sturdy residential carpet or lighter soil, use the standard FiberPlus Pads 17 Inch (Beige/Cream) instead.
Why Scrub the Carpet with Pads Rather than Brushes?
Consider this illustration. You have a greasy frying pan to clean. You could get it clean by scrubbing it with a scrub brush, but if you scrub it with one of those green kitchen pads the pan will clean up even easier.
Why? Because the pads make more surface contact. So when we scrub a carpet with a pad the same principle holds true. We have better agitation and we use less solution to get the job done.
MAX or Standard FiberPlus?
| FiberPlus MAX (grey) | FiberPlus (beige/cream) | |
|---|---|---|
| Aggressiveness | Moderately aggressive | Soft, “correct degree of agitation” |
| Carpet | Durable commercial loop carpet only | Commercial carpet; the US supplier also lists sturdy residential carpet |
| Best for | Heavily soiled, dense commercial carpet | Routine commercial scrubbing and encapsulation |
| Life per pad (CCW figure) | Approximately 560 m² | Approximately 650–930 m² |
| Hard floors | Maintenance cleaning | Light floor scrubbing |
How Long They Last
FiberPlus Max pads will last approximately 560 square metres per installation when used for carpet cleaning. The US supplier quotes roughly 7,000 ft² (about 650 m²) per pad. Both figures are shown; life depends on the carpet, soil load and how hard the pad is pushed.
Replace pads when they wear down to 1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness.
Using FiberPlus MAX Pads
- Vacuum thoroughly first. Dry soil removed before scrubbing is soil the pad does not have to carry.
- Check the carpet is commercial loop pile and test in an inconspicuous area.
- Pre-spray with your encapsulation or scrubbing detergent — see Encapsulation & Bonnet Cleaning Chemicals.
- Centre the pad on a 17 inch (43 cm) pad driver.
- Scrub in overlapping passes and keep the machine moving. Never let it sit running in one spot.
- Check pad thickness regularly and replace at 6 mm.
Specifications
| Brand | FiberPlus |
| Type | MAX carpet scrubbing pad |
| Colour | Grey |
| Material | Synthetic fibre with elastomeric binder (US supplier description) |
| Diameter | 17 inch (43 cm) |
| Pack | Box of 5 |
| CCW SKU | AX142-FPMAX17BOX |
| Carpet | Durable commercial loop carpet only |
| Life | Approximately 560 m² per pad (CCW); replace at 6 mm (1/4 inch) thickness |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use MAX pads on residential carpet?
Not recommended. They are aggressive and intended for durable commercial loop carpet only. Use the standard beige FiberPlus pad or a bonnet on residential and cut-pile carpet.
What size do I need?
Match the pad to your pad driver. This is the 17 inch (43 cm) pad. CCW also stocks the 8 inch MAX pad (box of 15).
Can I use them on hard floors?
Yes, for maintenance cleaning. Test first on soft or finished floors.
Are they washable?
FiberPlus does not publish laundering instructions, so CCW makes no claim. Wear to 6 mm thickness is the replacement point.
Pad or bonnet?
A pad scrubs; a bonnet absorbs. For absorbent low-moisture cleaning, see the Carpet Bonnets range, such as the Tuway Speed Trek 43 cm.
Related Products
- FiberPlus Pads 17 Inch, Beige/Cream, Box of 5
- FiberPlus MAX Pads 8 Inch, Grey, Box of 15
- Floor Pads
- Carpet Bonnets
- Encapsulation & Bonnet Cleaning Chemicals
Not sure whether MAX or standard suits the carpet? Tell us the carpet type and the machine and we will match the pad.
