A man-made synthetic that is typically beige or tan, Gum Rubber squeegees offer maximum water collection on indoor floors that are smooth and even. Gum Rubber is not recommended for use in oily environments as it absorbs oil, which changes its structural integrity and dramatically reduces its effectiveness. Gum Rubber squeegees will wear faster than any of the other types of squeegee blades but are usually the least expensive.

Ribbed Urethane squeegee blades are found on dual direction scrubbers and sometimes used as front blades on conventional machines. Cardinal Brush offers different colors to denote a different hardness that matches the OEM specification.