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Universal Brush Manufacturing Company

In 1944, Lou Mundo invented the first automatic car wash brush and established Universal Brush Company, which has since grown into a renowned producer of premium brushes for the commercial car wash and detailing industries. Many of the brushes widely utilized in car wash tunnels and express wash systems were designed and developed by Universal Brush, a company with a 75-year legacy of innovation and expertise. As one of the longest-standing family-owned brush manufacturers in the car wash industry, the company is now under the leadership of Lou Mundo’s grandsons, John and Kevin Mundo, who are poised to guide its continued success into the future.

Their mission is to deliver top-quality brushes at reasonable prices. Their products undergo rigorous testing to ensure reliability and the performance that car wash professionals and detailers expect. Each brush is skillfully crafted in the USA, supporting American jobs and reflecting Universal Brush's unwavering commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and quality. Kleen-Rite is proud to be an authorized distributor of Universal Brush Company's products!

Explore a curated selection of Universal Brush Company products and elevate your car wash with premium-quality solutions. Our comprehensive inventory ensures you’ll find exactly what you need to outperform the competition. Don’t settle for less! Explore the categories below to find products tailored to your needs today!

Triple Surface Hogs Hair Detail Brush
Universal UB-1800 Triple Surface Hogs Hair Detail Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB-1800
KR Part #: FO1800
MSRP
$198.00
Now Only!
$116.46
In Stock
Universal Brush FO1808G Green Nylon Foam Brush
Universal Brush UB-1808GXL Triple Surface Green Synthetic Bristle Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB-1808GXL
KR Part #: FO1808G
MSRP
$35.00
Now Only!
$21.33
In Stock
Triple Surface Hog Hair Car Wash Foamy Brush
Universal UB-1808 Triple Surface Hog Hair Foam Brush - 8 Inch
Mfr. Model #: UB-1808
KR Part #: FO1808
MSRP
$196.00
Now Only!
$114.62
In Stock
UB-1600 Round Prep Brush
Universal UB-1600 Round Prep Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB-1600
KR Part #: FO1600
MSRP
$208.00
Now Only!
$126.84
In Stock
UB-1808BXL Universal Brush Blue Triple Surface Brush
Universal Brush UB-1808BXL Triple Surface Blue Synthetic Bristle Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB-1808BXL
KR Part #: FO1808BL
MSRP
$35.00
Now Only!
$21.33
In Stock
P96X12/6BLK4B Universal Black 4-Bolt Poodle Brush
Universal Brush Black Poodle Brush with 4-Bolt Adapter - 96 in. x 12 in./6 in.
Mfr. Model #: P96X12/6BLK4B
KR Part #: UB500BK
MSRP
$1,900.00
Now Only!
$1,283.78
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
UB1808 BTX Universal Brush Noghair Brush
Universal Brush UB1808 BTX Boartex Triple Surface Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB1808 BTX
KR Part #: FO1808-BTX
MSRP
$71.33
Now Only!
$41.42
In Stock
Universal Brush Replacement Cloth for Sonny's SFM801 Flat Basket Side to Side Mitter - Rod Style, Black
Universal Brush SSS1B Replacement Cloth for Sonny's Side-to-Side SFM801 Mitter - Rod Style, Black
Mfr. Model #: SSS1B BLACK
KR Part #: UBCM513BK
MSRP
$1,336.00
Now Only!
$785.88
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush 10" Hogs Hair Prep Brush
Universal Brush UB-103 Hogs Hair 10in. Prep Brush with Soft Bumper
Mfr. Model #: UB103
KR Part #: FO103
MSRP
$116.00
Now Only!
$67.84
In Stock
UB-1808RXL Universal Brush Red Triple Surface Brush
Universal Brush UB-1808RXL Triple Surface Red Synthetic Bristle Brush
Mfr. Model #: UB-1808RXL
KR Part #: FO1808R
MSRP
$35.00
Now Only!
$21.33
In Stock
Universal Brush Sonny's SF1 Driver Side Washer Replacement Cloth
Universal Brush 73DS BLACK Sonny's Driver Side Washer Set - Black Cloth
Mfr. Model #: 73DS BLACK
KR Part #: UBC525BK
MSRP
$968.00
Now Only!
$569.41
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Van Length Whipper Snapper Replacement Cloth, Black
Universal Brush BWS4BV Replacement Cloth for Belanger 4 Basket Whipper Snapper - Van Length, Black
Mfr. Model #: BWS4BV BLACK
KR Part #: UBCM113BK
MSRP
$2,028.00
Now Only!
$1,192.94
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Sonny's SF1 Driver Side Washer Replacement Cloth
Universal Brush 73DS RED Sonny's Driver Side Washer Set - Red Cloth
Mfr. Model #: 73DS RED
KR Part #: UBC525R
MSRP
$968.00
Now Only!
$569.41
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
P96X12/6B4B Universal Blue 4-Bolt Poodle Brush
Universal Brush Blue Poodle Brush with 4-Bolt Adapter - 96 in. x 12 in./6 in.
Mfr. Model #: P96X12/6B4B
KR Part #: UB500BL
MSRP
$1,900.00
Now Only!
$1,283.78
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush UB4BOLT-ADPT-1.25-1 4-Bolt Spindle Tire Brush Adapter
4-Bolt Spindle Tire Brush Adapter
Mfr. Model #: UB4BOLT-ADPT-1.25-1
KR Part #: UBA42016
MSRP
$160.00
Now Only!
$94.12
Replacement Front to Back 6 Basket Van Length Mitter, Black
Universal Brush SFR6B Front to Back 6 Basket Van Length Mitter, Sonny's SFM100 and SFM104 - Black
Mfr. Model #: SFR6B BLACK
KR Part #: UBCM503BK
MSRP
$2,996.00
Now Only!
$1,762.35
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush 670604 Peco MC06 Wash-Along Mitter, Blue
Universal Brush 670604 Peco MC06 Wash-Along Mitter, Blue
Mfr. Model #: 670604 BLUE
KR Part #: UBCM313BL
MSRP
$2,828.00
Now Only!
$1,663.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
A96X8BLKFT4B Universal Tire Dressing Brush
Universal Brush 4-Bolt Mount Tire Dressing Black Applicator Brush with Feathered Tip Ends - 96 in. x 8 in.
Mfr. Model #: A96X8BLKFT4B
KR Part #: UB520BK
MSRP
$1,850.00
Now Only!
$1,250.00
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Sonny's SF1 Driver Side Washer Replacement Blue Cloth
Universal Brush 73DS BLUE Sonny's Driver Side Washer Set - Blue Cloth
Mfr. Model #: 73DS BLUE
KR Part #: UBC525BL
MSRP
$968.00
Now Only!
$569.41
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
96X8BLKP4B Universal Black Standard Tire Brush
Universal Brush Black Standard Poly Tire Brush - 96 inch x 8 inch, 4-Bolt Adapter
Mfr. Model #: 96X8BLKP4B
KR Part #: UB508BK
MSRP
$1,500.00
Now Only!
$1,013.51
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks

Explore the Range of Brushes Manufactured by Universal Brush

  • Cleaning Brushes for Cars, Trucks, Buses, RVs, Trains, and Planes
  • Foam Brushes for Self-Serve Car Wash Bays
    • Fill Material
      • Hog's Hair (Boar's Hair)
      • Nylon
    • Head Material
      • Plastic
      • Aluminum
  • Detailing Brushes
  • Cloth Mitter Curtains for Automatic and Express Tunnel Washes
  • Tire Brushes for Automatic and Express Tunnel Washes
    • Wheel/Tire Scrub Brushes
    • Poodle Style Brushes
    • Tire Shine Applicator Brushes
  • Prep Brushes for Tunnel Washes

How are Universal Brush's Products Used in the Industry

Universal Brush’s products serve multiple applications throughout the professional car wash and detailing industry. For example, their wrap-around and rocker panel brushes are common in high-volume express tunnel washes because they gently clean the sides and lower panels of vehicles. Wheel and tire scrub brushes, designed with tough nylon or Unilon filaments, quickly remove grit and brake dust from rims, making them a staple for automatic and express tunnel washes. Large fleet washing operations for buses, trucks, and trains rely on Universal’s robust mitter curtains and soft cloth brushes to efficiently clean many surfaces while preserving the integrity of paint and graphics.
Even self-serve car washes benefit from Universal’s foam brushes, which allow customers to apply soap and clean their vehicles thoroughly while protecting all types of finishes. This wide range of specialized brushes and materials means every segment of the industry can achieve reliable, thorough cleaning while reducing the risk of vehicle damage and downtime.

Rigorous Testing for Unmatched Reliability

Their products undergo rigorous testing to ensure reliability and the performance that car wash professionals and detailers expect. Every brush is evaluated for durability, consistent cleaning power, and resistance to harsh chemicals and repeated use. Strict quality control measures guarantee each item meets industry standards before leaving the factory. Professional operators rely on Universal Brush for high-quality tools that minimize downtime and reduce replacement costs, allowing them to maintain peak efficiency. With this rigorous approach, Universal Brush Company has earned the trust of car wash owners nationwide, providing products that endure the toughest demands in both commercial and detailing environments.

Leading the Way in Innovation

The First Automatic Car Wash Brush

Automatic car wash brushes have come a long way since Lou Mundo first introduced his groundbreaking invention. His original design featured a wooden core with Tampico fiber bristles.

Universal Brush has continually refined its products, utilizing advanced materials and innovative brush styles to accommodate the ever-changing designs of modern vehicles and the needs of car washes. Newer styles include wrap-around, rocker panel, window, monster roof, hitch-hiker, and hub cap brushes.

Universal Brush Creates "Unilon" Filament

As advances in brush materials progressed, in 1950, Universal Brush created a new and now trademarked material named Unilon. It is an X-shaped plastic filament that is still used worldwide in the car, bus, truck, and train washing industries today.

Groundbreaking Soft Cloth Material Introduced

The widely used soft cloth material is another innovative product developed by Universal Brush. It was created in the 80s and is commonly utilized in mitter curtains and various brushes within automatic and express tunnel car washes. Universal Brush worked with leading textile manufacturers to develop and test this new material.

Universal Foam: The Latest Innovation from Universal Brush

In recent years, Universal Brush unveiled Universal Foam, setting a new standard in material innovation. Crafted from lightweight closed-cell foam, this advanced material offers exceptional softness and flexibility while significantly enhancing durability over traditional options. Its gentle touch minimizes the likelihood of scratching vehicle surfaces, making it an outstanding choice for those seeking superior protection and care.

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