Benefits of Steam Cleaning
July 23, 2012 | Cleaning Tips | DIY & Home Improvement | 5 comments
Rumour has it that ‘steam cleaning’ was discovered in Europe only about 20 years ago when a pub landlord used steam from the cappuccino machine to clean lipstick from a wine glass. Boom, steam cleaning was born. I’m not sure how accurate or inaccurate this information may be, but regardless it makes for a nice little anecdote!
Anyway there are obvious advantages to using steam to clean, and three that top the list are:
More Effective Cleaning
A steam cleaner will use plain old tap water and produce superheated dry steam with the help of an electric pressure valve. Because the temperature is so high, many surfaces can be returned to their original splendour, eliminating stains, grease and grime as well any surface bacteria.
Environmentally Friendly and Healthier Than Chemicals
Using steam alone has been proven to kill up to 98% of bacteria that lives on surfaces whilst cleaning. It’s a powerful antibacterial without the addition of potentially harmful chemicals. Steam can also be used to clean mattresses and other furniture where ‘bedbugs’ and dust mites inhabit. People who suffer allergies to these creepy crawlies will notice benefits without the side effect of irritating chemical residues that may trigger allergic reactions.
Saves Some Dosh
Because steam cleaning will work on almost every surface in the home with the same result, you’ll be able to cut back on alternative cleaning products and tools.
Make sure you’ve got the right machine and attachments for your home depending on what you’re most likely to clean. Steam can be used to clean all of the following:
- Kitchen floor
- Kitchen appliances
- Bathroom floor
- Toilets
- Sinks & taps
- Shower cubicles
- Tiling
- Carpets & upholstery
- Wood & laminate flooring
- Curtains
- Mattresses
- Car upholstery
- Windows
Ok, not to get too ‘salesy’ here or anything but given the above benefits I can’t help but promote the spares we have listed on the site for you to all get steaming! (Cleaning, not drunk that is.) Spares and accessories for many makes and models of steam cleaners can be found on eSpares.
Rachel’s like “oh my god I had no idea about the benefits of steam cleaning”
Ross is like “I know right!”
Tags: Cleaning Tips, Steam Cleaners
5 Comments
rugdoctor.co.uk
on August 3, 2012 at 8:08 am -
Steam cleaning is quite effective in results as the technique is economical to adopt. Steam cleaning can be apply at any part of the house like on kitchen floors, home appliances etc. Well i must say that it is the most easiest method to adopt as relates to other cleaning methods. Always remember that use proper tools and equipment in steam cleaning for better and effective results. Thanks for sharing about them.
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on October 5, 2012 at 11:42 am -
Everyone in this world wants to keep their houses clean and free of pests. And steam cleaning is very effective one as steam cleaners work well in removing grime, dirt, and food stains from different surfaces.Glad to have visited this post and reading some of the advantages of steam cleaning!
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John Smith
on February 1, 2013 at 12:02 am -
I have just brought a steam mop and it was the best investment.