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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!

Universal Brush 670204 Peco MC02 Mini Wash-Across Mitters
Universal Brush 670204 Peco MC02 Mini Wash-Across Mitter, Green
Mfr. Model #: 670204 GREEN
KR Part #: UBCM323G
MSRP
$1,012.00
Now Only!
$595.29
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush SSS2B Side to Side 2 Basket Van Length Mitter, Sonny's SFM802 - Red
Universal Brush SSS2B Side to Side 2 Basket Van Length Mitter, Sonny's SFM802 - Red
Mfr. Model #: SSS2B RED
KR Part #: UBCM543R
MSRP
$2,628.00
Now Only!
$1,545.88
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Belanger Whip-A-Cross 802 Replacement Cloth - Rod Style, Green
Universal Brush BWSCMV Replacement Cloth for Belanger Whip-A-Cross 802 - Rod Style, Green
Mfr. Model #: BWSCMV GREEN
KR Part #: UBCM133G
MSRP
$1,988.00
Now Only!
$1,169.41
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Autec Brush Diagram
Universal Brush AUTEC5BLUE Autec Row 5 Angled Brush Replacement - Blue Cloth
Mfr. Model #: UB AUTEC 5 BLUE
KR Part #: UBC620BL
MSRP
$16.00
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$9.41
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush 118004A Peco 118 18 Inch Hub Cap Rocker Washer Cloth Set - Green
Universal Brush 118004A Peco PE118 18 In. Hub Cap Rocker Washer Cloth Set - Green
Mfr. Model #: 118004A GREEN
KR Part #: UBC300G
MSRP
$720.00
Now Only!
$423.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush 7377T Sonny's SF77 Replacement Top Wraps
Universal Brush 7377T BLUE Sonny's SF77 Top Wrap Section - Angle Cut, Blue Cloth
Mfr. Model #: 7377T BLUE
KR Part #: UBC500BL
MSRP
$652.00
Now Only!
$383.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Side Washer Brush 12" x 35" x 60" Angle Cut - Red Foam
Universal Brush HSWB12X35X5060F Hanna Side Washer Brush, 12 x 35 x 60, Angle Cut, Red Foam
Mfr. Model #: HSWB12X35X5060F
KR Part #: UBF455R
MSRP
$2,148.00
Now Only!
$1,263.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Belanger Whip-A-Cross 310 Replacement Cloth - Rod Style, Blue
Universal Brush BWC1FB Replacement Cloth for Belanger Whip-A-Cross 310 - Rod Style, Blue
Mfr. Model #: BWC1FB BLUE
KR Part #: UBCM163BL
MSRP
$1,328.00
Now Only!
$781.18
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Belanger Model 2001 Driver Side 28" High Core Replacement Cloth
Universal Brush B2100D RED Belanger 2001 and 2x2 Driver Side Washer Set - Red Cloth
Mfr. Model #: B2100D RED
KR Part #: UBC100R
MSRP
$996.00
Now Only!
$585.88
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Horizontal Window Washer - Blue Foam - 12x21x62 St
Universal Brush HWW Hanna Horizontal Window Washer - 12x21x62 Straight Cut, Blue Foam
Mfr. Model #: HWW12X21X62FBLU
KR Part #: UBF470BL
MSRP
$456.00
Now Only!
$268.24
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Hanna Horizontal Window Washer - Black Cloth - 12x14x62
Universal Brush HWW Hanna Horizontal Window Washer Cloth - 12x14x62 Straight Cut, Black
Mfr. Model #: HWW12X14X62 BLK
KR Part #: UBC465BK
MSRP
$184.00
Now Only!
$108.24
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush B372004F Peco PE372 24 Inch Wrap-Around Foam, Bottom Core
Universal Brush B372004F Peco PE372 24 In. Soft Flex Wrap Around, Bottom - Red Foam
Mfr. Model #: B372004F RED
KR Part #: UBF325R
MSRP
$1,844.00
Now Only!
$1,084.71
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush Belanger Van Length Double Cross Replacement Cloth - Rod Style, Blue
Universal Brush BDVC Replacement Cloth for Belanger Double Cross Van Length - Rod Style, Blue
Mfr. Model #: BDVC BLUE
KR Part #: UBCM173BL
MSRP
$1,888.00
Now Only!
$1,110.59
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Blue Row 2 Foam for Autec Wash Brushes - 10" X 25"
Autec - Row 2 Foam 10" x 25" Blue
Mfr. Model #: UB AUTEC F2 BLU
KR Part #: UBF605BL
MSRP
$24.00
Now Only!
$14.12
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Green Row 6 and 7 Foam for Autec Wash Brushes - 20" X 17"
Autec - Row 6 & 7 Foam 20" x 17" Green
Mfr. Model #: UBAUTEC F67 GRN
KR Part #: UBF625G
MSRP
$65.00
Now Only!
$38.24
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Side Washer Brush 12" x 35" x 60" Angle Cut - Blue Foam
Universal Brush HSWB12X35X5060F Hanna Side Washer Brush, 12 x 35 x 60, Angle Cut, Blue Foam
Mfr. Model #: HSWB12X35X5260F
KR Part #: UBF455BL
MSRP
$2,148.00
Now Only!
$1,263.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush SSS2B Side to Side 2 Basket Van Length Mitter, Sonny's SFM802 - Green
Universal Brush SSS2B Side to Side 2 Basket Van Length Mitter, Sonny's SFM802 - Green
Mfr. Model #: SSS2B GREEN
KR Part #: UBCM543G
MSRP
$2,628.00
Now Only!
$1,545.88
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Universal Brush 7368TF Sonny's SF68 Replacement Angle Cut Top Wraps
Universal Brush 7368TF GREEN Sonny's SF68 Top Wrap Section - Angle Cut, Green Foam
Mfr. Model #: 7368TF GREEN
KR Part #: UBF555G
MSRP
$800.00
Now Only!
$470.59
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Side Washer Brush 12" x 35" x 60" Angle Cut - Green Foam
Universal Brush HSWB12X35X5060F Hanna Side Washer Brush, 12 x 35 x 60, Angle Cut, Green Foam
Mfr. Model #: HSWB12X35X5060F
KR Part #: UBF455G
MSRP
$2,148.00
Now Only!
$1,263.53
Usually Drop Ships in 3 Weeks
Belanger 24" High Hitch-Hiker - Red Cloth
Universal Brush BHH24 24-Inch Hitch-Hiker - Angle Cut, Red Cloth
Mfr. Model #: BHH24 RED
KR Part #: UBC120R
MSRP
$336.00
Now Only!
$197.65
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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