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Hi I’m Lauren. I own a handheld, commercial and upright clothes steamer and have been steaming instead of ironing for the last 10 years.

I then discovered steam mops. I now own a Shark steam mop, a Vax steam mop with handheld unit, a McCulloch MC1385 steam cleaner, a steam mop with detergent feature, and a Eurogem commercial steam vacuum. And I use them – a lot! Especially cleaning up after my dogs (pugs). Click the button below to learn more about me and why you should trust my advice.

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From steaming clothing, to cleaning without chemicals, to natural pest control, the blog is where you will find helpful advice, how to guides and general information about using steam around your home.

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8 Bed Bug Steamer Choices for Fast Pest Control [2023]

Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are a nuisance and can be difficult to get rid of. One of the best ways is by using a bed bug steamer. Steam treatment is the fastest, most effective way to kill these pests. It is also one of the easiest methods because it doesn’t involve any toxic chemicals or…
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Can You Use Essential Oils in a Clothes Steamer?

I am a huge fan of essential oils and regularly use them in homemade cleaning products and my diffuser. I often get asked can you use essential oils in a clothes steamer to add a light scent to your clothing? Unfortunately, no. Essential oils should not be used in your clothes steamer. They are not water-soluble…
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Can a Clothes Steamer Kill Bed Bugs?

If you are having a problem with bed bugs, you may be looking for a natural, cost-effective way to kill them. Using your clothing steamer for bed bug home treatment can help. Does Steam Kill Bed Bugs? Steam will kill bed bugs on contact, providing the steam is over 131 degrees Fahrenheit. Most garment steamers…
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Can Steam Cause a Smoke Alarm to Go Off?

You are steaming your clothes, cooking your dinner, or running your humidifier, and the smoke alarm sounds. Why does this happen? Can steam cause a smoke alarm to go off? Sometimes, yes.  About Smoke Alarms There are two types of smoke alarms. Light-based and ionization-based. Smoke alarms are tuned to look for the dark sooty…
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Where to Buy Scented Demineralized Water for Your Steamer

Whether you are using a clothes steamer, steam cleaner or humidifier, you should only add distilled or demineralized water to the water tank. Tap water contains mineral deposits and may cause your steamer to clog due to scale buildup. Instead of using plain demineralized or distilled water when steam cleaning, you can add some fresh…
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How to Make Distilled Water at Home

I’m always harping on about the importance of using distilled water in your steam cleaner, clothing steamer, humidifier, or any other steam generating device. The need to use distilled water is often hidden in product manuals, taking users by surprise after they’ve bought their steamer. If you struggle to get distilled water in your area,…
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Can a Clothes Steamer Kill Dust Mites?

Steam has been studied for its effectiveness in controlling house dust mites and common allergens in homes. So, can a clothes steamer kill dust mites? Yes. Here’s what you need to know about using a clothes steamer to kill dust mites: What Are Dust Mites? To effectively manage household allergens, it’s essential to understand that…

Can You Use a Clothes Steamer on Your Hair?

If you have naturally curly hair and want to add bounce, refresh your curls Author Recent Posts LaurenHi I’m Lauren. I own two steam mops, a commercial steam vacuum and 3 clothing steamers. I love using my pressure cooker and steaming veggies. When it comes to using steam for cleaning, cooking or on your clothing,…
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Can You Put Hot Water in a Humidifier?

Humidifiers are a great way to keep the air in your home comfortable and healthy, but did you know that there is more than one type of humidifier? One common question people have when considering which kind of humidifier to buy is “can you put hot water in a humidifier?” The answer isn’t as simple…
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Can You Steam Mop Concrete Floors?

Concrete is a solid, durable material made from cement and aggregate. Concrete is porous unless sealed, so most concrete floors in garages, porches, patios, and driveways are not impervious to staining. Often porch or patio floors will have an extra smooth surface, but they will still absorb stains easily. If you’ve landed on this article…
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Does Steam Cleaning Damage Grout?

Steam mops can assist you in scrubbing even the toughest grime and spots from your tiles. An excellent steam mop can blast dirt off tile floors and even reach tile grout to clean and sanitize. This will help your tiles and grout last longer and reduce the spread of bacteria. Steam cleaning is an effective…
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Product Reviews From Someone Who Actually Uses Steam

I may not be able to buy every product on the market, but, owning various steam mops and steam cleaners, I know what works better than others. I bring my experience with steam cleaning to every product review. Find reviews on:

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  • Humidifiers

Benefits of Using Steam

Steam cleaning is a process that uses high-pressure steam to sanitize, deodorize and clean in one step. Using steam for cleaning is an effective way to kill bacteria and viruses with little leftover residue.

Steam cleaners provide a hassle-free and straightforward cleaning method. With heat and water, you can now efficiently sanitize every corner of your home.

The health benefits of using this method are significant as it kills bacteria while improving indoor air quality by removing pollutants. Compared to using other methods like bleach or hot soapy water, steam is natural and effective, avoiding respiratory problems that can occur with chemical use.

If you have pets in your home, using steam for cleaning will help to reduce odors, sanitize pet areas and kill fleas and their eggs, with no nasty chemicals that could harm your precious pet.

Here are ways you can use steam around your home:

  • Clean floors including grout and tiles.
  • Cleaning your kitchen, removing grease and grime with ease, sanitizing benchtops and cutting boards.
  • Disinfect your bathroom, shower, toilet and other wet areas.
  • Safely kills mold, viruses and germs around the home.
  • Steam kills fleas, dust mites, bed bugs and other allergens.
  • Clean carpets, upholstery and other furniture.
  • Disinfect children’s toys, both hard toys and stuffed animals.
  • Clean windows, mirrors and glass.
  • Clean your car interior, wheel rims and engine bay.
  • Refresh your mattress, linen and remove wrinkles from clothing.
  • Sanitize pillows, comforters, cushions and soft furnishings.
  • Cook vegetables for maximum nutrient retention.
  • Treat yourself to home facials, self care or steam your hair.
  • Add moisture back into the air if you live in a dry environment.
  • Clean your clothing, reduce the need and cost of dry cleaning… and many more!

If you suffer from allergies, use a steam cleaner. Not only will you avoid irritating your allergies further, but it also uses chemicals that are harmful to the environment.

Steam cleaners are great for use on any variety of surfaces, whether hard or soft. They clean without using harsh chemicals and are very efficient – they kill 99% of bacteria.

Additionally, detergents fail to remove chemical residue left behind by previous cleaning processes. Hot steam vapor is natural, sanitary, and even cleans down to the pores of hard surfaces!

Using Steam for Pest Control

Professionals in pest control agree that steam can be used to remove a large variety of pests, from bed bugs to fleas to dust mites and even fly larvae. The high heat from steam eradicates pests in short amounts of time.

Steam can permeate deep into carpets, mats, rugs, and other materials. Harmful organisms are destroyed by steam, making steam vapor cleaners among the most effective methods to eliminate microorganisms.

Another benefit of using steam vapor cleaners is that the steam vaporizes nearly immediately, leaving carpets and fabrics virtually dry. Many solution-based cleaning methods leave carpets and other materials damp for hours after cleaning, creating an environment for these organisms to reproduce.

Steam cleaning is ideal for drains and other areas with organic matter accumulation. Not only will steam break down the organic matter but any larvae produced by pests will also be killed on contact with steam. So, if you’re having a pest control problem in your home, try using steam for a natural and safe method to keep pests at bay.

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