Steam cleaners are one of the most versatile machines when it comes to cleaning small surfaces. They can remove spots from carpets, remove soap scum from sinks and tubs, and clean window frames and tiles. However, steam cleaners are not recommended for all surfaces and you should be able to identify which surface is likely to be damaged by the application of steam prior to starting the cleaning process.
Firstly, never use steam cleaners on porous hard surfaces like bricks, porous or “sandy” tiles, and unsealed wood. The high temperature of the steam may push the dirt even further into the surface, making it more difficult to remove.
Secondly, patch-test steam cleaners before using them on painted or varnished surfaces. Sometimes, very high temperatures can cause the paint to peel off from the surface. In addition, constant rubbing with detailing brushes may scratch the surface, already made fragile by the application of heat. For this reason, steam cleaning is not recommended for exteriors of cars and other vehicles. Similarly, using these machines on carpets and rugs that cannot withstand high temperatures is not recommended.
When cleaning tiles, grout, sinks, floors, stoves, ducts, and other surfaces, use proper detailing brushes. Wrong detailing brushes will either damage the surface or provide insufficient cleaning. You can select nylon, brass, or stainless steel detailing brushes. Other cleaning accessories include microfiber towels (for mopping up moisture), steel wool (for scraping off grease), and large squeegee brushes (for mirrors, floors, and other flat, large surfaces). Daimer® retails different types of steam cleaners for commercial use, along with detailing accessories. Visit www.daimer.com to find out more.
Firstly, never use steam cleaners on porous hard surfaces like bricks, porous or “sandy” tiles, and unsealed wood. The high temperature of the steam may push the dirt even further into the surface, making it more difficult to remove.
Secondly, patch-test steam cleaners before using them on painted or varnished surfaces. Sometimes, very high temperatures can cause the paint to peel off from the surface. In addition, constant rubbing with detailing brushes may scratch the surface, already made fragile by the application of heat. For this reason, steam cleaning is not recommended for exteriors of cars and other vehicles. Similarly, using these machines on carpets and rugs that cannot withstand high temperatures is not recommended.
When cleaning tiles, grout, sinks, floors, stoves, ducts, and other surfaces, use proper detailing brushes. Wrong detailing brushes will either damage the surface or provide insufficient cleaning. You can select nylon, brass, or stainless steel detailing brushes. Other cleaning accessories include microfiber towels (for mopping up moisture), steel wool (for scraping off grease), and large squeegee brushes (for mirrors, floors, and other flat, large surfaces). Daimer® retails different types of steam cleaners for commercial use, along with detailing accessories. Visit www.daimer.com to find out more.
