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Why You Need a Power Steam Cleaner For Your Carpets

david — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:14:04 +0000

If you have carpets in your home, you most likely realize how much work it is to clean them and how much money it can be to hire someone to clean them for you. Vacuuming on a regular basis works to clean the carpets but sooner or later you will need to call a professional to steam clean your carpets… or will you?

When you have your own power carpet cleaner for your home, you don’t have to worry about hiring professional cleaners a few times a year to come clean your carpets. There are definite advantages to owing your own carpet cleaner and these are just some of them.

You can save tons of money on professional carpet cleaning when you buy your own steam cleaner. You can find a good carpet cleaner for under $150 and you may pay that for just one cleaning from the professionals. If you get your carpets cleaned often you can easily save over $500 a year on your carpet cleaning bill.

Also, another advantage of having your own power steam cleaner for your home is that you can clean your carpets when you want. You don’t have to worry about scheduling an appointment with a company and being home at a certain time to meet the cleaners. You can simply clean your carpets when it is convenient for you. No need to waste a Saturday waiting around the house or take off from work to have your carpets cleaned.

The reason why you need to look into carpet steam cleaners for your carpets is because they are the closest things to professional carpet cleaners. They use water to deep clean the carpet that is let off in the form of steam, which is why they are called steam carpet cleaners. It is worth the money to invest in a steam cleaner rather than a cheaper carpet cleaner that may not get the job done correctly.

Be sure that you read the different steam cleaner reviews so that you can choose the right cleaner for your home. You want one that is not too expensive but will still get the job done right.

With your own steam carpet cleaner you can save a bunch of money and still have your carpets looking nice and clean all year round. You will find that you no longer will need those professional cleaners that take up time and your money.

A Quick Look At Steam Cleaners

david — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:40:58 +0000

A steam cleaner is an appliance that basically uses steam to clean. Many people think that this is not a good method of cleaning, but it can be more effective than mopping, vacuuming and sweeping. The reasoning behind this statement is that steam is formed from super heater water and can gain extremely high temperatures. At these temperatures, the steam can kill any microorganism or bacteria that is present on your floor or home surface. This can help to shield your home and family from viruses and bacteria that can cause you to get sick or weaken your immune system.

There are many different types of steam appliances such as steam mops, hand held steam cleaners, steam vacuums and also heavy duty or industrial types. Before you decide to purchase any steamer, you should first think carefully about what you’re going to use it for. If you only want to clean your kitchen counter, small surfaces and very light cleaning tasks, then you should consider the portable or hand held models. These are usually the least expensive and will cost you less than $60 in most cases.

On the other hand, if you want a steamer to deep clean your carpets, then you’re looking for a steam vacuum. You need to make sure that whatever steamer you choose for this particular use, you need one that has a powerful built in vacuum. Most carpet steam cleaners work by pushing heated water, cleaning solution and steam into the carpet. This mixture is then agitated using a brushes to make sure that the dirt and grime are extracted from the carpet’s fibers. Once this is done, a powerful vacuum is used to suction the water out and heat is applied so that the carpets can dry.

As you can see, when choosing a steam cleaner, you should pay close attention to exactly what your needs are and buy a cleaner that is suitable. The best thing about steamers is that you can use them to clean almost anything with the exception of plastic or anything that would melt with the heat. There are numerous brands and models of steamers available, however, make sure to check for the best steam cleaners before buying one.

How to Correctly Use a Steam Cleaner

david — Sun, 29 May 2011 11:25:05 +0000

Before using carpet steam cleaners for the first time, you need to read the manual that comes with it so you can fully understand how it works and how to properly use it. This is to ensure that you exercise the proper care and caution when using it, especially considering that you need to use hot water when cleaning up your home or office.

Fill up the water basin with water up to the indicated line on the device. Make sure that the machine is unplugged when you do this. If you have to fill it up again at some point, always unplug it before doing so. Vapor steam cleaners also have a solution basin which you will have to fill up with a cleaning solution especially made for your device. Once done, plug it in.

Allow some time for your steam cleaner to get hot. The temperature varies according to what type of surface you will be cleaning up, among other things. For your safety, make sure that the nozzle is safely pointed away from you just in case it accidentally spits up boiling water while it heats up. If you wish to clean up your rug, it is better if you just let the nozzle sit in a container or basin to avoid your rug getting soaked.

Once the proper temperature is reached, you can now use you device. Make sure that you thoroughly clean every surface and area of the room so you don’t miss anything. Once done, unplug the device and let it cool up before cleaning and storing it.

Vapor steam cleaners are considered to be the most effective and efficient machines when it comes to disinfecting your home or office. Just as long as you follow the instructions, you will definitely get the most out of this amazing cleaning device.

Chemical Cleaners Be Gone

david — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 04:35:08 +0000

Before you lot start asking me why I hate chemical solvents, abrasives as well as detergents so much, let me tell you something. I don’t hate them, I am just uncomfortable with the scenario that has been wrought about with these cleaners that makes it pretty much impossible for you to go out and clean your home every day with these. Sure, I am as concerned about the environment as the next guy or girl but I am not about to discount the benefits that are to be had by using these technologies because of that.

My concern here lies with the fact that all of these cleaners, as well as solvents, do more to harm the ecosystem than they do to fix it. Other than that, they are the worse things that will happen to your home in the long run. The way that these detergents work is that they require you to scrub the solution into your floors or to rub it into your drapes but the thing that works the most against you is that you will be left with a lot of mess to clean and that won’t be a pleasant feeling at all when you think of how difficult cleaning and mopping up a place is. If you are a compulsive cleaner like I am you will find that your shark steam mop and your steam cleaner from shark are the best allies you have in your daily work of cleaning things. It makes it pretty much impossible for you to do anything else with the kind of abuse that other solutions inflict upon the shine of your hard wood floors or the damage that they will deliver to your drapes, which you will find soon start becoming thread bare. The Shark steam mop and carpet steam cleaner are definitely superb products, so why don’t you give it a shot.

Upgrading To A Bissell ProHeat 2X

david — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 16:47:02 +0000

Cleaning carpets can be a dreadful process for many homeowners that do not use professional equipment for cleaning carpets. Trying to remove stains that have penetrated deep into the carpet are difficult to remove. Many homeowners give in and call a professional company to clean their carpets. The Bissell ProHeat is designed for professional quality at a consumer price. This design effectively removes carpet stains and dirt particles that remain deep in carpets.

There are many different Bissell ProHeat models that are available. The simple standard Bissell cleaner, the Bissell ProHeat 2X cleaner for deep cleaning, and a deep pet cleaning system. These specialized products offer homeowners features that can suit the most demanding carpet cleaning jobs. The decisions feature hot water heated cleaning, custom brushes, and suction power to provide excellent cleanup of any stain or debris that remains and stains carpets.

One of the best deep carpet cleaner products is the Bissell ProHeat 2X cleaning system. A lined row of 12 dirt lifting brushes easily remove dirt deep into the carpet and removes stains with the hot water cleaning system. The spinning brushes easily remove the stains that penetrate down to the deep layers that leave stains on carpet padding and down to the sub-floors.

The Bissell ProHeat home system features a Microban technology to help kill pesky organisms to kill bacteria when cleaning. The same powerful brushes and hot water cleaning is included as in the Bissell ProHeat 2X series.

Other popular Bissell models have various attachments that are great for cleaning hard to reach areas. Cleaning up after a pet can be difficult, but the pet attachments make it easy to clean. All variations of cleaning can be completed with the Bissell ProHeat series. Consumers around the world are satisfied with the performance and continue to use the Bissell ProHeat system every day in their home.

Do You Need Carpet Cleaner Shampoo?

david — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:57:57 +0000

Hoover, Bissell, Kirby and Dyson all have a line of carpet cleaner shampoo products and there’s also a brand called Super Kleen Dry Foam Shampoo that’s a high suds formula. However, if you’re looking at dry foam detergent carpet shampoo cleaners, be sure you have dry foam equipment.

The problem with carpet shampoo cleaners and home equipment is that you can’t really get your carpets properly clean and you’ll spend a lot of money trying. Rental machines often operate using steam which can damage your carpets and the residue of carpet shampoos is almost impossible to remove, not to mention the fact that if you use water based solutions, getting the carpet dry will be a very difficult task, almost impossible. For the price of the equipment and the cost of home carpet cleaner shampoo products, you’ll end up spending as much as if you called the professionals once a year or so and save yourself the headaches of doing the work.

I wish to be clear about the fact that the suggestion NOT to clean your rugs and carpets on your own is not a cost based recommendation but one that has to do with health. Steam cleaning/dry foam are both unhealthy. With water solutions, moisture WILL remain in the carpet, mold and mildew will grow and your carpets may become a source of bacteria without you knowing it. If you use dry foam, the residue remains in the carpet and although it’s claimed to be friendly and safe, is it really safe and friendly to have chemicals in the carpet you sit on in the living room?

Another factor is that quality wall to wall carpeting that has a stain resistant guarantee may become void if you use steam or dry foam carpet shampoo cleaners. It may remove or lessen the stain protection and you may be forced to have a stain resistant formula reapplied, and that is an expensive proposition.

Use professionals if you must, or a water and vinegar solution for light cleaning. If possible, choose hardwood or tile floors and add area rugs that can be cleaned easily. Keep your home a healthy and chemical free environment.

Some Thoughts About Dust Mites And The Polti Steam Cleaner

david — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 22:50:43 +0000

The use of a dry steam vapor system similar to the Polti steam cleaner is perfect for the cleaning of carpets, and rugs without chemicals. Since the steam is mostly dry, moisture will not sit in the textile fabric for very long, and will prevent mold spore from forming. If allergies are an issue, and using only super heated vapor to remove dirt from the rugs, you will also be removing previous applications of chemicals that may be attacking your health. Dust mites have populations in the billions in most homes, and they can be killed off systematically with regular use of a Polti unit, as their models put out well over the required 130 Fahrenheit of heat that will kill them.

Killing dust mites is not a permanent solution as you will never get to all of their microscopic eggs, and every eight weeks a new generation will be born into your family abode. Always move the wand or attachment very slowly over each and every surface to insure you are killing as many mites as possible, since they are invisible to the naked eye, you will never get them all. By performing this task all over your home every couple of weeks, it will cut the population down to ten or twenty percent of the original numbers present.

If you are not using a Polti steam cleaner then most likely you are not using dry vapor steam to clean your floors, drapery, and upholstery. So called professional services in your area add many chemicals, and have lower heat settings than your Polti, and this causes an actual new breeding ground for dust mites in the hours following their completion of service. The carpets will stay wet for up to twenty-four hours, and this will attract mites to lay even more eggs. The cleaning supplies these companies use in most cases will slow the drying of your floors, and create bait for the mites in the form of mold spores.

Steam Cleaning Tips

david — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:25:01 +0000

- Steam cleaners are excellent for sanitizing, killing dust mites, bacteria, and mold. Steam cleaners use a combination of heat and antibacterial solution to loosen dirt and extract it.

- Every steam cleaning unit contains a water tank with a built-in-heater used to heat the water up to 260 degrees.

- Steam cleaners hold anywhere from 10 ounces to 4 quarts of liquid.

- If you are cleaning a stain or difficult spot try holding the nozzle so the spray is directed at that small area.

- All steam cleaners come with different features which are important to consider when purchasing a steam cleaner. Some steam cleaners come with attachments of various sizes, tools to get into crevices, squeegees and extension hoses.

- After running out of steam you must wait around 20 minutes for the steam cleaner to cool before you can add more water. Newer models have a continuous fill system that lets you safely add more water as you run out of steam because they have separate water tanks and reservoirs.

- A standard feature on modern steam cleaners is an indicator light that tells you when the water level is too low.

- Find a steam cleaner with wheels for easy portability.

- Steam cleaners are great not only for cleaning carpet but also bathroom and kitchen grout, floors, and counters.

- Hand held steam cleaners are an excellent choice for people who do not have enough space to store a canister steam cleaner unit.

- It is important to consider that steam cleaning can be time consuming because of all the time it takes water to boil and because of the cooling off period between each fill.

- Be sure to always use a steam cleaner properly. Not following safety precautions can cause severe burns. Remember to face the nozzle away from you at all times.

- Always vacuum your carpet before steam cleaning to remove loose dirt.

- If your carpet is extremely soiled try using a spray to lift the dirt up out of the carpet. There are many sprays that come in a can and are sold at the grocery store that will help your steam cleaner with bad stains.

-Remember to move the steam cleaner nozzle slowly so that it has time to get the carpet wet, loosen the dirt, and suck the excess water and dirt.

- If the carpet is very dirty it will need to be shampooed twice to get rid of all stains.

Treating Carpet Stains

david — Fri, 21 May 2010 03:11:02 +0000

Carpet stains happen to all of us no matter whether we have children or pets. It could be a spilled glass of wine, food, juice, dirt, or ash from the fireplace.

It is so annoying to see your beautiful white carpets with a stain, no matter how small, in the middle of them.

Sure, you can call a professional carpet cleaning company and get them to send their technicians out with their industrial carpet steam cleaners. This will run you at least $100 for a house call and depending on your stain (including what was actually spilled) it could be a lot more.

Wait! Try getting it up yourself. Here are some tips you can use to help get your carpet back in order.

Clean Spills Up Immediately

The sooner you take care of a stain the easier it will be to remove. If the stain on the carpet is recent there is a good chance you will be able to take care of it. Fresh spills can usually be cleaned with hot water and/ or the right chemicals.

Make certain you blot or dab the stain rather than rub it. Rubbing a stain can make it worst and spread it out.

Taking a towel with hot water and blotting the stain, quickly, will make it less likely that the stain will have time to set into your carpet. Do not blot it too much though. You do not want to damage your carpet’s fibers. If the stain will not come up after several attempts then it is time to find another approach.

Use Correct Materials

There are some very good items you can utilize in order to get hard stains off your carpets. These include the use of rubbing alcohol, baking soda, and white vinegar. If you get to a recent spill soon enough then these substances should be able to help you get it up.

You might want to consider putting these substances in a spray bottle instead of just dumping them on the stain. Sometimes a large dose of cleaning chemicals can cause stains themselves.

You can go to the store and get some special chemicals to treat stains. This is the more expensive way to go and many times they will do the same job that household items, as those just mentioned, can do.

If you do however want specialized chemicals then make sure you get the right kind. Different cleaning products are good for specific spills and different applications.

Use A Rented Carpet Cleaning Machine

Renting a carpet cleaning machine can be useful in some cases. The problem is that once you factor in the rental, chemicals, gas, and time you are paying close to what you would pay a professional carpet cleaning company to come out and handle it for you.

If you do decide to rent a carpet cleaning machine from a nearby supermarket or appliance store then make sure you have the store manager or an employee fully explain to you how to use the equipment. You should thoroughly understand how to operate the device when you leave the store otherwise you are going to waste your time. Caution: do not use it to vacuum ash or a lot of dry dirt. You will mess up the machine.

The three basic things you want to remember if you decide to do it yourself is a) to pre-treat the stain b) get the water REALLY hot and c) slowly go over the stain a couple times.

Getting small to large stains up can be annoying and take work. If you need a professional carpet cleaning Anchorage company to do it for you then do not be afraid to ask them. Make sure you give them as many details as you possibly can in order for them to give you an appropriate quote and have the right materials on hand to take care of it for you. Giving them as much information as you possibly can will ensure they bring the perfect chemicals to get the stain up and get your carpets back to looking new.

What is the Best Home Carpet Cleaning Machine?

david — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:57:17 +0000

Keeping your carpets in top shape is key to maintaining a clean looking home. Over time dust, dirt, soil and hair can build up in your carpets and make them look old. Luckily there are many different carpet cleaning machines to help us keep our carpets looking their best. With so many to choose from, how do you know which is the best? This article is going to cover the differences and benefits in choosing a carpet cleaning machine.

Dry Carpet Cleaners

The most common type of carpet cleaning device in homes across America is a regular vacuum cleaner. Vacuums work by simply agitating the carpet with bristles and sucking the loose dirt up. These work for regular use because it is quick and efficient. The only problem with dry vacuum cleaners is that they do not deep clean the fibers of the carpet. Even with regular vacuuming, carpets can still build up dirt.

Water Carpet Cleaners

This type of carpet steam cleaner uses hot water and usually a cleaning solution to break up dirt and residue from the fibers of your carpet. After the dirt is removed from the fibers, a power vacuum removes it from the carpet. One downfall to wet cleaning is that you have to allow the carpet to dry, which depending on your type of carpet can take up to 24 hours.

Carpet Steam Cleaners

These cleaners work similar to the water models, except the water is heated into steam to blast away dirt. These machines are very effective at removing filth and stains from old or dirty carpet. This is a very popular method of carpet cleaning. Most commercial cleaning companies will use these cleaners if you hire them to clean your carpet.

When looking for a carpet cleaning machine for your home, you can either buy or rent one. Renting one is cheaper in the short term, but is limited in that you can usually only rent from for 1-2 days at a time. Buying one gives you the benefit of having it on hand in case of any spills, cleaning the area quicker will reduce the chance of staining.