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Why won’t Mop Pad adhere to Spray Mop Plate?Updated a day ago

TL;DR: If your Spray Mop pad isn't sticking, press it firmly onto the plate and slide it back and forth to engage the hook-and-loop. Both surfaces need to be clean and completely dry. New pads sometimes need extra pressure on the first attach. If the pad backing looks flat or matted, replace it.


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How do I get the pad to stick?

Make sure both Spray Mop Plate and the pad backing are clean and completely dry. Press the pad firmly onto the underside of the plate. Slide it back and forth (or slightly up and down) while applying pressure. The motion helps the hooks grip into the pad fibres and lock into place. New pads sometimes need extra pressure the first time you attach them. The same technique works for Everyday Mop Pads, Deep Clean Mop Pads, and Dusting Mop Pad.

✓ Three steps

1

Clean and dry both surfaces. The Spray Mop Plate and the pad backing must be free of lint, dust, and moisture before you attach.

2

Press firmly. Place the pad against the underside of the plate and apply even pressure across the whole surface. The same technique works for Everyday, Deep Clean, and Dusting Mop Pads.

3

Slide back and forth. While pressing, move the pad in short back-and-forth motions to help the hooks grip into the pad fibres and lock.

What if the pad still won't stick?

If the pad still isn't sticking after pressing and sliding, three common causes: lint, dust, or debris trapped in the hook-and-loop surface preventing a proper grip; a damp pad straight out of the wash that hasn't fully dried; or a worn pad that has reached the end of its usable life. Shake or lightly brush the pad backing and the plate to clear debris. Make sure recently washed pads are bone dry before reattaching. If the hook-and-loop surface looks flat, fluffed-out, or matted, replace the pad with fresh Everyday Mop Pads, Deep Clean Mop Pads, or Dusting Mop Pad.

⚠ Check for debris

Lint, dust, or debris trapped in the hook-and-loop surface will prevent a proper grip. Shake or lightly brush the pad backing and Spray Mop Plate to clear it.

Clear lint and dust Brush the hooks

⚠ Damp pad won't grip

Recently washed pads need to be bone dry before reattaching. Damp fibres are heavier and don't lock into the hooks properly. Air-dry flat between uses.

Must be fully dry Air-dry flat

⚠ Pad is worn out

If the hook-and-loop side looks flat, fluffed-out, or matted, the pad has reached the end of its usable life. Time for fresh ones.

Flat fibres Time to replace
Koh Everyday Mop Pads 5pk dark green

Everyday Mop Pads (dark green)

For daily and weekly cleans. Premium microfibre, machine washable up to 40°C.

Koh Deep Clean Mop Pads 5pk light green

Deep Clean Mop Pads (light green)

For deep cleans and spring cleans. More grip lifts ground-in dirt and works through stubborn residue.

Koh Dusting Mop Pad

Dusting Mop Pad

For dry dusting between wet cleans. Same hook-and-loop attachment, attaches to the plate the same way.

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Last reviewed: May 2026

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