The 3M Niagara 7200N-20 Black Stripping Floor Pad (20") is the industry standard for aggressive wet stripping. It is designed to quickly remove old, soiled floor finishes, sealers, and heavy wax buildup, leaving a clean surface ready for refinishing [5, 12]. Key Performance Features - Aggressive Stripping: Effectively removes 2–3 layers of old finish and stubborn contaminants [5, 12]. - Consistent Performance: Abrasive particles are bonded throughout the entire non-woven fiber web (not just the surface), ensuring the same "cut" as the pad wears down [5, 12]. - Clog Resistance: Its open-web construction allows stripping solutions and debris to flow through the pad, preventing "loading" and ensuring constant floor contact [1, 5]. - Eco-Friendly: Green Seal Certified and manufactured with a high percentage of recycled content (often diverted from plastic bottles) [1, 10]. Specifications & Machine Compatibility - Diameter: 20 inches (508 mm) [4, 5]. - Machine Types: Compatible with rotary and automatic floor machines [1, 11]. - Operating Speed: Low-speed applications from 175 to 600 RPM [1, 5]. - Surface Compatibility: Best for hard floors including vinyl tile (VCT), concrete, marble, and terrazzo [1, 11]. - Caution: Do not use on soft floors (like linoleum) that are susceptible to scratching. Usage & Maintenance - Application: Use with water-based stripping solutions; can also be used with heavy-duty cleaners to scrub bare concrete [1, 5]. - Washable & Reusable: To maximize life, rinse the pad thoroughly with a pressure spray nozzle after use or soak in a diluted stripping solution to dissolve caked finish [1]. - Reversible: Both sides are usable, allowing you to flip the pad for extended durability [1].