What are grey water containment systems and car wash mats?
Car wash mats and grey water containment systems retain more than just soap and water. They also catch grease, oil, grit, dirt and other contaminants that environmental agencies don’t want flowing into runoff water.
What is a containment mat and do I need one?
If you are a serious detailer having a containment mat is a device you really need to have just in case you find yourself detailing office parks or areas that have drains or runoff regulations. These come in a variety of sizes, so I wanted to provide some information on what to look for.
What kind of Mat do you use for a car wash?
This Vinyl Car Wash Mat is the perfect mat for an auto detailer who if frequently moving from one area to another. This mat, newest to our line-up of Detail King water containment mats is made from a heavy-duty 18 ounce, commercial grade vinyl material that is lighter to carry and more compact to stow than...
What is the size of a 20x10 wash mat?
This sturdy vinyl wash mat measures 20′ x 10′ and comes with a water reclamation pump and filter, hoses and a waste water tank. Custom-sized mats also are available.
What is a water containment mat?
Detail King’s car wash water containment mats are commercial grade and enables you to be able to wash cars, trucks, SUV’s boats, and motorcycles while containing the waste water until it can be disposed of properly. The foam wall berm models are designed for long life and very little maintenance.... Learn More About Water Containment Mats For Mobile Detailing
What size is a mini car wash mat?
This Mini Car Wash Mat is excellent for the mobile detailer that must conserve water and also avoid water run-off issues. Our Mini Car Wash Mat is also the perfect compact size only: 6' x 8' and constructed of a heavy gauge, light weight vinyl material attached to a 4" encapsulated foam berm. If you are using...
What is a detail king mat?
Detail King’s car wash water containment mats are commercial grade and enables you to be able to wash cars, trucks, SUV’s boats, and motorcycles while containing the waste water until it can be disposed of properly. The foam wall berm models are designed for long life and very little maintenance. They are very simple to use and set up time is minimal.
What to do after detailing a vehicle?
After washing and detailing a vehicle, just use a standard wet vac to siphon wash water into a holding tank, oil/water separator system or septic sewer for transfer to approved disposal sites.
Can you use a wet vac to dispose of wash water?
Or use it anywhere you need to hold wash water before disposing it. After washing and detailing a vehicle, use a standard wet vac to siphon wash water into a holding tank, oil/water separator system or septic sewer for transfer to approved disposal sites.
What are water containment mats?
Benefits of Using Water Containment Mats 1 Securing contracts with property managers 2 Leave your client’s driveway or parking lot free of chemicals and water 3 No water runoff into storm drains 4 Ability to save water using reclamation vacs
How to make a tarp for a sandbox?
Step 1: Lay the tarp out. Step 2: Fold in one foot of the tarp on all sides. Step 3: Use duct tape to tape down the these edges, leaving a foot on each side of the corners. Step 4: Use heavy duty nylon thread to stitch 5 inches from the outside fold.
Can you put a water containment mat in a garage?
Keep in mind, some water containment mats are made to be placed in a garage, to simply catch water, snow, or mud NOT meant to contain the water used when washing a vehicle. You want to make sure your mat has inflatable sides, or the ability to insert pool noodles.
What happens when industrial equipment is washed?
When washed, contaminants from these machines run off in to storm drains and bodies of water if not properly contained.
What is polystar containment?
We specialize in secondary containment systems for rail tankers, truck tankers and above ground tanks that store hazardous materials. Polystar Containment manufactures products that meet SPCC requirements as well as the containment of other hazardous materials.