nora pro clean system FAQs

Q: Do the pads contain any harmful chemicals?
A: No, there are no chemicals, cleaners or solvents present in the pads.

Q: What are the pads made of?
A: The pads are made of synthetic fibers coated with microscopic industrial diamonds.

Q: Approximately how long do the pads last?
A: nora Pad 1 will last approximately 100,000 square feet; nora Pad 2 will last approximately 80,000 square feet; nora Pad 3 will last approximately 40,000 - 60,000 square feet.

Q: When should I replace the pad?
A: When using the pads with an auto scrubber, replace the pad when it has worn down to about ¼” thickness.

Q: Do we recommend wet or dry burnishing?
A: Wet burnishing is the safest way to burnish a floor without creating airborne dust or odor. 

Q: Do the pro clean pads perform on older nora rubber flooring that has been installed 3-10 years ago?
A: Yes. The age of the rubber flooring does not matter.

Q: Will the nora pro clean system affect the floor’s slip resistance?
A: The nora pro clean system will not change the floor’s coefficient of friction.

Q: Can the nora pads be used on any flooring or just nora flooring?
A: The pads are designed for use on nora rubber flooring only. If pads are used for an extended period of time on another floorcovering, it may result in surface abrasion or damage. 

Q: Can the pads be used on PU coatings?
A: The pads are designed for use on nora rubber flooring only. Extended use of the pads on floors with PU surfaces will eventually degrade the PU coating.

Q: Are there any other pads similar to the nora pads on the market?
A: Although you can find similar concepts on the market, the nora pads have a specific grit and texture designed only for the nora pro clean system.

Q: What machine(s) can be used for the nora pro clean system?
A: You can use the nora pads with auto scrubbers or side-to-side buffers.  Rotary side to side buffers should have a min. 175 rpm and weigh at least 100 lbs. Auto scrubbers must have a rotary speed of 150 – 400 rpm when using the nora pads. nora pro clean pads are not recommended for square head machines.

Q: Is there a specific sequence of use for the pads?
A: Yes, it is recommended to always use nora Pad 1 after use of nora Pad 2 or nora Pad 3. Some abrasion marks may be left after use of Pads 2 &3 which will be removed by nora Pad 1.

Q: Will the nora pro clean system work better with a cleaning solution?
A: The system works best with just water. There is no benefit to using detergents.

Q: Can we fix scratches in the floor?
A: Light surface scratches can be fixed using the nora pro clean system.

Q: What sizes are the pads available in?
A: At this time we have pads available in 13”, 14”, 17” and 20” diameter. We also have the ability to special order any pad size needed.

Q: Can the nora pro clean system be used on flooring with an uneven subfloor?
A: Yes, you can use the nora pro clean system on floors with poor subfloor preparations, but polishing or burnishing is not recommended.