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Monday, April 12, 2010

Steam Cleaners and Carpets — A Question of Spots

Steam Cleaners and Carpets
Steam cleaners are ideal machines for effectively removing hardened sediment and dirt from a number of different surfaces. By using super-heated water, these units melt deposits so they can be removed easily and completely. However, when it comes to carpet cleaning, steam cleaners lack the sustaining power needed to clean large areas of carpet. These units emit vapor, which only contains about 5 percent water. This is not enough to clean carpets effectively. However, these machines can still be used for spot cleaning smaller areas.

Daimer® offers a number of steam cleaning units which can be used to spot clean different carpet stains. Some liquid spills may mix with other debris and leave a sticky stain, which can be very hard to remove. They can be even more difficult if it discolors the carpet as well. In these instances, using steam cleaners to clear the spot can be the most effective approach. These machines can dissolve the residue, even if it has soaked deep into the material.

When using steam cleaners, it is very important to make sure the carpets can withstand high heat. Some fibers such as wool may experience shrinkage. Other synthetic materials may soften in high heat. Always make sure the carpet is compatible with steam cleaning use before application. For deep-cleaning large stretches of carpet, heated carpet cleaners are a better choice. To learn about other cleaning machines available for carpet care, visit www.daimer.com.