{"product_id":"ateret-oil-only-absorbent-pads-16-x-18-in-pack-of-100-heavy-weight-usa-made","title":"ATERET Oil-Only Absorbent Pads 16 x 18 in, Pack of 100 — Heavy-Weight, USA-Made","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATERET Heavy Weight Oil-Only Absorbent Pads are durable, USA-made sheets that absorb oil and hydrocarbon liquids while repelling water for fast cleanup and safe handling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese industrial-grade 16 x 18 inch oil-only mats come 100 to a pack and are engineered from 100% polypropylene to capture lubricants, fuels, hydraulic fluids and other oil-based spills without soaking up water. Their textured, concave surface speeds liquid uptake and the heavy-weight construction stands up to repeated handling and saturated use. Designed to float on water, the pads are ideal for shorelines, bilges, machine drip trays, and workshop floors where oil sits on top of water or where you need selective hydrocarbon recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these pads separate oil from water effectively?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pads are made to attract and retain hydrocarbons while rejecting water using a fine-fiber, hydrophobic polypropylene structure. They float on the water surface and draw oil into the pad, leaving water behind. This selective absorption helps recover spilled oil in wet environments without adding extra water weight to disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydrophobic polypropylene fibers lock in oil but shed water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFloatable pads can be used on ponds, bilges, or mixed spill zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConcave textured surface accelerates transfer of oil into the pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these pads hold up during heavy or repetitive use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the heavy-weight construction resists tearing and fraying, even when fully saturated. The dense polypropylene body provides strength for grabbing, dragging, and wringing without falling apart, making them suitable for frequent or industrial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% polypropylene offers high tensile strength and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThicker weight reduces punctures and shredding during handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to retain oil without disintegrating under stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many pads do I get and how can I use them most efficiently?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package contains 100 pads sized roughly 16 x 18 inches (actual usable area 15 x 18). The pads can be used whole for larger spills or torn along pre-formed perforations for smaller tasks to reduce waste and cost. They are suitable for shop floors, machinery drip pans, vehicle maintenance, marine cleanup, and emergency spill response kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePack of 100 pads for ongoing inventory or high-use sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerforated surface allows splitting pads to match spill size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks in workshops, garages, industrial plants, and marine settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these pads safe and practical to dispose of after use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed pads should be disposed of according to local regulations for hydrocarbon-contaminated absorbents. Because they concentrate oil without absorbing water, they often qualify as oil waste rather than hazardous aqueous waste, but disposal rules vary by jurisdiction. For safe handling, store saturated pads in sealed containers and follow facility spill response protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore saturated pads in labeled, sealed containers for transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDispose per local, state, and federal regulations for oily waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck facility guidelines for reprocessing or incineration options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: ATERET Heavy Weight Oil-Only Absorbent Pads are aimed at maintenance teams, marine operators, automotive shops, industrial facilities, environmental contractors and anyone who needs a reliable, water-repellent absorbent for hydrocarbon spills. If you require robust, floatable pads that selectively remove oil and stand up to repeated use, this 100-pack delivers a practical solution for on-site spill control and cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can these pads absorb water?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. They are oil-only pads designed to repel water and absorb hydrocarbons only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are the pads reusable after squeezing out oil?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: They can be wrung and reused in non-critical settings, but reuse depends on contamination and safety rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"ATERET","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084054835358,"sku":"B09KYHXHN2","price":91.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/ateret-front-packaging-oil-pads.jpg?v=1785844934","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/ateret-oil-only-absorbent-pads-16-x-18-in-pack-of-100-heavy-weight-usa-made","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}