Steam Cleaners

Destination · 2 Nov 2015 at 19:51

Looking for some advice on a topic that I have virtually no knowledge of.
My mother would like a steam cleaning device to replace one that has broken.

It would be sued to clean windows, but mostly used for tiled floors and bathrooms. It should be light enough to be used for an extended period of time. Other than that I have so little knowledge in the area that I can't even suggest what might be suitable or features I should be looking for.

What are peoples experiences and suggestions?

BigBoy · 2 Nov 2015 at 22:07

Shark steamers are the best in my experience.

Destination · 3 Nov 2015 at 20:38

Thanks for that, have you a model in mind, or do they make a whole range?

hotdog · 4 Nov 2015 at 18:21

100 quid shark job - it's disgusting what this machine brings out on supposed clean areas around the house!

Destination · 4 Nov 2015 at 22:55

Great thanks.

Jono · 6 Nov 2015 at 09:15

Has anyone used their floor scrubber thing? Can be used on carpets... or should I just hire a carpet cleaner or get a professional in because I really can't be bothered.

lordzargon · 6 Nov 2015 at 10:15

Jono said:
Has anyone used their floor scrubber thing? Can be used on carpets... or should I just hire a carpet cleaner or get a professional in because I really can't be bothered.

We have a Morphy Richard's steam mop - amazing on hard floors - with carpets, use some vanish foam or get a carpet cleaner - don't do much on carpets.

As an aside - purchase on with a water filter built-in if you can. Our's insists on using "distilled", no filtered water to prevent build up - basically, after a few years, I expect it'll pack up from build-up. If it comes with a filter integrated, the warranty will cover such build up.

boxman2000 · 6 Nov 2015 at 11:21

Thought about one of these for a while as we have travertine/tiled floors on ground floor but has anyone tried the Vax Steam Mop S7?

Seems very cheap but not sure how much we would use it and don't want to shell out £100 if I don't have to.

BigBoy · 6 Nov 2015 at 12:43

I use mine once a week as the whole down stairs of the house is wood floor and vinyl. I also use it to do the bathroom tiles. It's surprising how many uses they have!

Destination · 6 Nov 2015 at 12:46

This is very good info, the s3901 seems to be one of their upper models, and switches to various formats, so likely we shall go for it, might just wait and see if black Friday brings anything useful in this way.

lordzargon · 6 Nov 2015 at 14:56

Indeed - they're invaluable with toddlers & dining rooms. Yogurt, milk, jam, sauce, porridge, cereal, toast, fruit... its amazing what they get to stick to the floor.... even breadsticks!

I don't use the handheld attachment much - I find Cilit Bang Grime & Lime beats everything else I've tried in the bathroom. We're in a hard water area, limescale builds up fast.

kdaniel · 22 Jan 2016 at 05:25

Hikari Kisugi said:
Looking for some advice on a topic that I have virtually no knowledge of.
My mother would like a steam cleaning device to replace one that has broken.

It would be sued to clean windows, but mostly used for tiled floors and bathrooms. It should be light enough to be used for an extended period of time. Other than that I have so little knowledge in the area that I can't even suggest what might be suitable or features I should be looking for.

What are peoples experiences and suggestions?

Hey Hikari Kisugi,
I just checked out what my wife has been using till now.

Would like to tell you about our steam mop that has working wonderfully for us from last year.I haven't yet notice any problem with the gadget.

Before that i would like to discuss the factors that you should consider while buying a steam mop. It should be a multi tasker i.e sweeping and sweeping simultaneously.It should have option to adjust the steam level so that no stains are left behind on the floor.

Also it should have long cord and and should be able to stand on its own.Talking about me,I own a bissell symphony all in one vacuum and steam mop.

My wife bought it on line after checking the lot of positive reviews.It sweeps and steam at the same time and works on plug and play.The microfiber pads are easy to wash and plushy, so they don’t scratch the hardwood floor or tiles.

You will get digital controls to set the handle in five different ways.Also it comes with a 25 feet long power cord.
We are very happy with the device.
Regards daniel.

boxman2000 · 22 Jan 2016 at 08:52

Ended up getting a Polti Vaporetto Go Steam Cleaner after the Shark went up by over 50%.

Really good bit of kit and does the job very well.

George Hincapie · 22 Jan 2016 at 11:46

What about the X5 that's always advertised on TV?

NickK · 22 Jan 2016 at 11:53

Have a very light kercher thing as our first.

We used it to clean the house top to bottom when we moved in considering the amount of grime everywhere.

Careful using on hardwood floors that are easy lay. A friend that is in the business says it's not a good idea as it can end up warping or damaging it if used frequently.

I'd be tempted to do any mass steam cleaning in summer to prevent condensation. Smaller spots jobs seem to be ok anytime.