A steam cleaner can clean windows and doors, walls and floors, upholstered furniture and plumbing, mirrors and tiles, clothes and shoes. It is also able to perform the function of an iron - to iron curtains, curtains, covers and furniture upholstery right in the working position, "without leaving the cash register". And the process itself will partially replace the washing of the product. For example, you can tidy up a business suit without even removing it from the hanger. The steam cleaner is arranged simply: in a special container, water turns into distilled steam, then it is pumped out under pressure through the nozzles.

Tons of benefits

If you are cleaning with a steam cleaner, there is no need to use cleaning chemicals. This means that the cleaning process will not entail allergic reactions. With the help of a steam cleaner, even old dirt can be removed, as well as any greasy stains. At the same time, it not only cleans, but also disinfects the surface.

It also saves time. If earlier you had to clean off the well-known plaque and scale for hours, then with the help of a new assistant you can cope in a few minutes. And you do not need to spend money on the purchase of consumables. Heated steam is able to penetrate into places where a broom, a vacuum cleaner and a rag cannot reach, as a result, your apartment will become really clean.

Hot steam destroys not only dust and dirt, but also microorganisms, bacteria, insects, including moths and dust mites. And unpleasant odours will also disappear. At the same time, this household appliance gently treats the surfaces to be cleaned. Metal, plastic, wood and even wallpaper, when exposed, will not be damaged and will not be saturated with moisture, because the steam is dry.

Criterias of choice

There are many types of steam cleaners on the market. All of them are divided into two groups: compact manual and vacuum cleaners. The former are perfect for cleaning light dirt in small areas. In case of serious pollution, you will need a vacuum cleaner. It not only cleans with steam, but also removes dirt and dust.

When choosing a steam cleaner, first of all, pay attention to the steam pressure indicator. If it is less than 3.5 bar, serious contamination can be difficult to clean. Keep in mind, there are models of steam cleaners without a boiler, they have almost zero steam pressure, and they can only be used for a few operations. The optimal capacity of the steam cleaner tank is from 300 mL to 2.5 liters. Gas stations with a volume of 2.5 liters are enough to clean a three-room apartment. The power of the steam cleaner should be selected from 1,000 W and above. It is desirable that the device be equipped with a steam jet intensity regulator.

Nozzles and accessories

All models of steam cleaners are equipped with a set of multifunctional nozzles and accessories (nozzles, brushes, tubes). Check that the equipment you need is there. For example, a floor nozzle. It will be required for cleaning stone floors and tiles. Useful and nozzle for washing windows, glass and mirror surfaces. A pinpoint nozzle together with a brush nozzle will come in handy in many cases: when cleaning chrome parts, plumbing fittings, heating radiators and other problematic, hard-to-reach places. With the help of a "powerful nozzle" plums are cleaned, but the spray gun is designed to treat plants from a distance of 20 – 30 cm. The textile nozzle will help to refresh and clean clothes. It has a special device that removes the villi and hairs.

Issue price

Portable or manual steam cleaners cost between $30 and $90. Moreover, the price for the same model in different retail outlets and online stores can differ by more than 30%. The price range for household steam cleaners-vacuum cleaners depends on the manufacturer, power and functionality; the price of devices of the second group can range from $85 to $1,000.