3M 20" Black High Productivity Stripping Floor Pads, 5 Per Case

3M’s most aggressive stripping pad is engineered for facilities that need to remove old, soiled floor finishes and sealers quickly and consistently. The open web construction allows stripping solution to flow straight through the pad, rinsing out dirt and reducing loading so more of the pad stays in contact with the floor throughout the job. Continuous filament nylon fibers are bonded with abrasive particles and a durable adhesive, giving the pad cutting power that holds up pad after pad. The open textured non-woven design resists clogging, which means fewer pad changes and more efficient stripping on every pass. These 20 inch pads are designed for use with water-based floor finish stripping solutions and fit standard 20 inch rotary floor machines.

Uses

Finish removal: Strip old soiled floor finishes and sealers from commercial hard surface floors using water-based stripping solutions.
Sealer stripping: Remove built-up sealer layers before recoating or refinishing gymnasiums, hallways, lobbies, and other high-traffic floor areas.
High-productivity stripping: Cover large floor areas faster with the aggressive cut rate and reduced loading of the open web construction.
Prep for refinishing: Prepare bare floors for new finish application by cutting through multiple layers of worn finish in a single pass.

Who Would Benefit

• Commercial cleaning crews and janitorial staff stripping large floor areas on a regular schedule
• Building maintenance managers overseeing gymnasiums, hospitals, schools, and retail spaces
• Floor care contractors who need consistent, aggressive stripping performance across multiple jobs
• Facility managers preparing floors for recoating or finish changeovers

Product Highlights

• 3M’s most aggressive black stripping pad for fast, consistent finish removal
• Open web construction lets stripping solution flow through the pad to rinse dirt and reduce loading
• Made from continuous filament nylon in an open textured non-woven construction
• Abrasive particles dispersed through and bonded to the non-woven web with durable adhesive
• Resists clogging for longer pad life and fewer changeovers
• Designed for use with water-based floor finish stripping solutions
• 20 inch diameter fits standard 20 inch rotary floor machines
• 5 pads per carton

Application Areas

These pads are suited for stripping finishes from VCT, terrazzo, concrete, and other hard floor surfaces commonly found in schools, hospitals, retail stores, office buildings, and gymnasiums. They are intended for use with rotary or orbital floor machines equipped with a 20 inch pad driver and paired with a water-based floor finish stripper. For best results, follow the stripping solution manufacturer’s recommended dilution ratio and allow adequate dwell time before scrubbing.

Use Case Notes

The high productivity design means fewer pad swaps per job compared to conventional stripping pads, which reduces downtime on large floor areas. The open construction minimizes the slurry buildup that can redeposit old finish back onto the floor, helping ensure a cleaner strip on the first pass. Always rinse the floor thoroughly after stripping to remove residual solution and debris before applying new finish or sealer.