The Hoover MaxExtract has a wide brush assembly which provides approximately 20% more coverage on a single pass than the competition.  Hot air from the cleaner motor is forced through the brush assembly to aid in drying the carpet fibers even as water is removed from the carpet by the powerful suction created by the 12 amp motor.  A rinse function allows dispersal of clean water only which helps to eliminate soap residue often left in carpet fibers by other similar shampooers.

Hoover’s patented Dual V technology allows for consistent suction over the cleaning path and also enables more water to be removed in each pass than competing brands.   Separate clean water and detergent receptacles eliminate the need for messy hand mixing and allows unused detergent to be poured back into the bottle for the next use. This feature can result in considerable savings on detergent purchases over the life of the machine. The separate dirty water tank ensures that water going onto the carpet is always clean.

The SpinScrub brush technology allows for more thorough cleaning of individual carpet fibers, as the brush action approaches each fiber from multiple directions.  The brushes are easily removed for cleaning and easy to snap back into place.

The Hoover MaxExtract has three speeds of operation:  spill pick-up mode, gentle scrub mode or high power scrub mode. The unit comes with an 8 foot long hose; a removable tool caddy and a powered handheld SpinScrub attachment for upholstery and stair cleaning.

The Hoover MaxExtract is reported to be easy to assemble and disassemble (for cleaning which is strongly recommended after each use).  While somewhat heavy at nearly 27 pounds, few reviewers have reported difficulties in maneuvering the machine across their carpets.

Features:

• 12 amp carpet cleaner with rotating brushes to clean and groom carpets
• Dual-V Technology produces equal suction across the entire cleaning path
• Direct heat; 3 speeds: Spill pick-up, gentle scrub, and power scrub
• 8-foot hose; removable tool caddy; powered handheld tool for upholstery and stairs
• Measures approximately 20 by 12 by 44 inches, weighs 26.9 pounds

What’s in the Box:

• Hoover SteamVac Widepath
• 8′ hose
• SpinScrub Hand Power tool
• Removable tool caddy
• Manual

Warranty:

One year limited warranty.

Price:

Recently found on Amazon for 219.95

Pros:

• Separate tanks for clean and dirty water.
• No pre-mixing of water and detergent, unused detergent can go back into bottle.
• SpinScrub brushes clean all sides of carpet fibers.
• Rinse function facilitates getting soapy residue out of carpet.
• Machine directs hot air onto carpet during operation to facilitate drying.
• Easy to assemble.
• Easy to clean.

Cons:

• 27 pounds in weight can be hard to maneuver.
• Hose for attachments could be more flexible.
• Must disassemble and clean thoroughly after each use.
• Dirty water left in tank or detergent left in receptacle will degrade joints and can cause unit to leak.
• High profile of front of machine makes under cabinet floor edge cleaning difficult.
• Noisy operation noted by apartment dwellers with sound sensitive neighbors.
• Some attachments tabs (tank and handheld tool) reported fragile and prone to breakage by users.

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The Bissell Spotbot Pet boasts a patented “Automatic Smart System” technology with five settings that control the amount of solution dispensed on a spot based on the type of stain chosen.  The built-in “Deep Reach Technology” effectively controls detergent formula penetration into the carpet and cleans fibers from the bottom up.  The “Spiral Brushing Action” brings to bear over 400 brush revolutions per cleaning cycle.   Once the machine is set for the type of stain, the user can walk away and let this carpet cleaning machine do all the hard work of pet stain removal.

The machine is designed to be spot cleaner and it should be noted that it cleans a circular patch roughly 7 inches in diameter.  It comes with a flexible hose for cleaning upholstery, stairs, auto interiors and other hard to reach areas.

When using the Pet Stain and Odor Removal solution, up to 99% of odor causing bacteria is removed from the cleaning path.   The OxyGen 2 cleaner is particularly effective in permanent removal of tough stains and both solutions (sample sizes are included with the initial purchase of the Spotbot) discourage pets from returning to resoil an area.

Maintenance is relatively low-key thanks to the machine’s built in “Microban” antimicrobial product protection.  A quick rinse of the dirty water tank is all that is required or recommended to keep the Microban action working at top performance.  Microban works continuously to inhibit the growth of odor causing, mold, mildew and bacteria.

While not quite as light weight at 18 pounds as some of Bissell’s other spot cleaners, the unit is still highly portable even with solution tank filled.  A versatile and well made product in the medium price range for portable deep cleaners and a worthwhile investment for pet owners everywhere.

Features:

• Handsfree Spot & Stain Cleaner
•  Automatic Smart System™- 5 settings control amount of solution used based on type of stain.
•  Deep Reach Technology controls solution penetration into carpet.
• Spiral Brushing action completes over 400 cleaning revolutions per stain cycle.
• Includes Tough Stain Brush.
• Microban Antimicrobial Product Protection built-in.
• Flexible Hose stores by wrapping around machine.
• 16 foot cord
• 32 oz tank capacity.
• Built-in carry handle
• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
• Measures 9 x 17 x 12.5 inches
• Weights 18.1 pounds

What’s in the Box:

• Bissell Spotbot Hands Free machine
• FlexHose
• Tough Brush Tool
• Oxy Gen 2 cleaner (16 ounces) and 2X Ultra Pet Stain & Odor Chemical (8 ounces)
• Manual

Warranty:

1 year limited warranty.

Price:

Recently found on Amazon for 135.89.  Other online vendors list the product from $144 to $189.00

Pros:

• Automatic cleaning cycles allow you to set for type of stain and “Walkaway”—the machine does the rest.
• Microban Antimicrobial Product Protection keeps machine mildew and odor free between uses.
• Deep Reach Technology cleans carpet fibers from the bottom up resulting in less likelihood of pets returning to resoil the area.
• Easy storage
• Easy set up and easy to use.
• Excellent suction.
• Near permanent stain removal when used with  Oxy Gen 2 cleaner

Cons:

• Circular cleaning areas on carpet tend to linger giving “crop circle” effect.
• Doesn’t heat water.
• Tank capacity could be bigger, requires several refills for multi stain or large stain cleaning.
• Amount of water suctioned out of carpet does not match amount sprayed in meaning damp carpet with longer drying time.
• Uses solution too quickly, if mixed according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Loud in operation, may be a problem for the sound sensitive.
• Hose doesn’t rotate, can be a struggle to get brush side down to carpet.
• Some users have noted durability issues, one reviewer complained at having to replace machine every year for last three.
• Not as effective on deep pile “shag” carpets as on lower pile carpeting.

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The machine is 9 inches wide which makes storage in small homes and apartments less problematic than some of its bigger and heavier counterparts.  The Bissell Quicksteamer has no attachments or tools, which also streamlines the storage process; the only exception being a snap on bare floor adapter that can be stored in place on the  machine and removed for use of the unit on carpets.

The Bissell Quicksteamer Powerbrush uses Bissell’s patented DirtLifter Powerbrushes, designed to remove dirt and grime from deep down in the carpet fibers. The machine operates by simultaneous  spray, scrub and suction action, which efficiently removes water and detergent from carpets as it cleans.

This steam cleaning machine has dual tanks which keep the water/detergent solution separate from dirty water suctioned from the floors.  The tanks are somewhat small capacity, and can required frequent emptying and refilling.   The smaller size of the tanks keeps the unit lightweight and highly maneuverable unlike many other carpet cleaners.  There is no internal heating of the water by the unit, for best possible cleaning, use very hot tap water to fill the solution tank.

The Bissell Quicksteamer Powerbrush is ideally suited to small homes and apartments or for simple spot cleaning in larger homes when hauling out a larger cleaner or renting a Rug Doctor is not called for.  Suction is reported as great for the small size of the motor (3 amps, many of the larger and heavier home  units have 12 amp motors).  The narrow cleaning path makes the machine most effective in cleaning small rooms, hallways, bathrooms (hard flooring adapter is reported to work well on tile and grout) and other areas where bigger machines are too bulky to maneuver.

Features:

• 3 amp motor.
• DirtLifter® PowerBrush removes ground-in dirt and grooms carpet.
• Multi-Surface Cleaning: Deep Cleans carpets and area rugs and safely cleans hard floor surfaces with the Bare Floor Tool.
• Stores ready to use.
•  Easy to fill and empty ½ gallon tanks.
• Nozzle is removable for cleaning unit after use.
• Easy to Maneuver Wheels
• 14 pound weight makes it comfortable to carry from room to room.

What’s in the Box:

• BISSELL Quicksteamer PowerBrush
• Two bottles of  Bissell detergent:  bare floor and carpet formulas
• Hard floor snap on adapter
• Manual

Warranty:

Limited One Year Warranty

Price:

Recently found on Amazon and TrueValue Hardware for approximately $126.

Pros:

• Light weight, only 14 pounds.
• Separate clean and dirty water tanks.
• Quiet operation when compared to larger units.
• Easy to assemble.
• Easy to fill and empty.
• Lower price than many competing models.
• Can use any carpet cleaning detergent.
• Ideal for apartment dwellers, narrow width and no  attachments make storage simple.

Cons:

• Machine is narrow (9 inches wide) more passes required to cover carpet surface.
• Tricky to reattach nozzle after removal for cleaning, improper attachment results in no suction.
• Tank lacks flat bottom for ease of filling requiring one hand to steady at all times.
• Tanks are small requiring multiple fillings during use.
• Some users report difficulty in cleaning after use; average time needed to clean machine reported at  15-20 minutes.
• Dirty water can be splashed out via a vent at top of tank unless care used in moving unit around.
• Recommended for apartments and small homes only due to size of cleaning path.
• Must mix detergent with clean water prior to use.
• Cord reported as not long enough by several reviewers, (cord length is 20 feet per unit specs).

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The Bissell Proheat 2X has a wide (12 inch) cleaning nozzle with 12 rows of Bissell’s patented Dirt Lifter power brushes.  The unit comes with three  onboard tools for stains, upholstery and crevices as well as  an additional  powered  6 inch long pet stain eraser tool.

A safety feature of the heating system is that it will not heat water beyond 190 degrees Fahrenheit and for use on wool or oriental type rugs, and more delicate upholstery,  the heating feature can be turned off completely.   A heat indicator light provides quick assurance whether or not the heating system is in operation.

The Custom Clean feature automatically mixes the right amount of clean water with the detergent solution depending upon which of four settings is chosen: light clean, normal, heavy traffic, or water rinse.  The tank is a two in one design that keeps clean water separate from dirty water and both tanks are easily removed from the unit while it is in an upright position unlike some other deep carpet cleaner models.

The machine is a bit bulky at 32.8 pounds, and it is recommended that it be moved by the built in carry handle only when the machine is empty of water and solution.  The weight may be an issue in moving the Proheat 2X from floor to floor in multi-level houses where rolling is not possible.

In normal cleaning mode the pattern of cleaning is one wet stroke forward, one wet stroke backward towards you, then one dry stroke forward and one dry stroke backward.  Getting into this pattern will offer the best performance and cleaning action according to end users.

Priced at approximately $180 dollars, this is a good entry level consumer end use model for the price.

Some users have reported durability problems especially once the machine is out of warranty, but others have used for years without issues occurring.  Such disparity in experiences may be attributable to various factors including how often the machine is cleaned (recommended: clean and unclog after each use); whether water used is mineral heavy “hard” water or “soft”, insufficient attention to manual instructions.  Good reviews outweigh the bad on various internet review sites. As always, your mileage may vary.

Features:

• 12-Amp upright deep cleaner for carpet, upholstery, and stairs
• Includes a built-in heater with indicator light
• 1-gallon capacity 2-in-1 tank
• 12 rows of dual Dirt Lifter power brushes
• Hose for stair and upholstery cleaning.
• light clean, normal, heavy traffic, or water rinse settings
• 3-inch Tough-stain, 4-inch upholstery and spraying crevice tools
• 6 inch pet stain eraser tool.
• Edge sweepers
• surround suction
• ultra-smooth wheels
• an extra-long 30-foot power cord
• a carrying handle
• Easy-to-remove nozzle for quick cleanup.
• Measures 19 by 13 by 44 inches
• Weighs 32.8 pounds

What’s in the Box:

• BISSELL ProHeat 2X Select Pet Upright Deep Cleaner
• 16-ounce bottle of Tough Stain
• 16-ounce bottle of Pet Formula
• manual

Warranty:

1-year limited warranty

Price:

Recently found on Amazon for around $180

Pros:

• Tough construction
• Built in heater heats already hot tap water up 25 more degrees, but will not exceed water temperature of 190 degrees
• Heater can be switched off for use on delicate and wool rugs
• Powerful suction from 12 amp motor
• 2 in one tank keeps clean and dirty water separate
• Water tank removes with unit in upright position
• Rinse cycle removes soap residue from carpet, especially important for users with small children.
• Attachments easy to install and take off

Cons:

• Cleaner is heavy, 32.8 pounds which may make maneuvering around house difficult for some users.
• Shields over nozzles and brushes fastened with screws, making taking off to clean both after each use unnecessarily complicated.
• Unpowered wands not very effective.
• Clean water must be replaced before runs entirely out or machine will continue to operate with detergent only resulting in soap wastage.
• Goes through water quickly, must be refilled several times for average room.
• Pet hair will not be picked up completely, must pick up hairballs from carpet after use. This is warned about in manual but may be off-putting to some users.
• Some users report short life on spray system which warranty will not cover unless “manufacturer’s defect”
• Leaking on initial start up is noted, stops as operation continues.
• Heat unit can clog and is very difficult to get to for cleaning.

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Enviromental Carpet Steam Cleaner

The commitment to environmental responsibility extends to the composition of the carpet steam cleaning solutions designated for use with the unit. The available formulas are heavy metal, phosphate and dye free, and do not incorporate optical brighteners. Equally impressive, Bissell goes for Green gold by using 75% post consumer materials in it box and inserts and does not use Styrofoam or PVC in its packaging.

Bissell proudly proclaims that in 2007, using 30% post consumer recycled content allowed them to save over 1 million pounds of high density polyethylene in their manufacturing process—an impressive statistic improved upon in recent years with their 100% post consumer manufacturing commitment.

Little Green Machine Review

The Little Green 1400-7 has a three inch cleaning head which sprays a 4 inch wide spray of water to penetrate not only the stain but any under-the-carpet horizontal seepage. The 2-3/4 amp motor provides excellent suction to life up spills before they can set in. A powered Tough Stain brush attachment removes stubborn, set in stains and also efficiently cleans up fresh spills.

The unit is designed to require low maintenance; a quick rinse of the dirty water storage tank is generally all that is required to ready the machine for the next use.

The 15 foot cord makes the Little Green 1400-7 ideal for use on staircases; its flexible hose is also convenient for use on upholstery and car interiors. Set up for use is minimal, with the unit being ready to go within moments of being removed from the box and plugged in. Even filled with water and solution, the machine is lightweight, easily carried by a built-in hand grip, and also features onboard storage of the brush attachment.

While the unit is designed for water mixed with solution to be dispensed by the clean water tank, many end users recommend having a spray bottle of solution and using the Little Green 1400-7 with water only to make detergent last longer. Many reviewers claim that the machine cleans well with water alone on all but the toughest stains.

Features:
• Compact multipurpose deep cleaner redesigned with a 95 percent reduction in PVC.
• 2-3/4 amp motor
• Strong spray and suction remove tough stains and spills
• cleans and helps dry in 1 step
• Parts made from post-consumer recycled plastic
• PVC-free tanks and hose
• Tough-stain brush attachment included
• liquid cleaning formulas do not contain any heavy metals, optical brighteners, phosphates, or dyes
• 15 ft power cord
• packaging Styrofoam free; box is made from recycled materials and is also recyclable
• Measures 9-1/10 by 18-4/5 by 13-1/4 inches
• Weighs 1.5 pounds

What’s in the Box:
Little Green 1400-7
Powertool brush
Hose
Manual
Warranty:
1-year limited warranty

Price:
Recently found on Amazon for 89.99. Other online vendor prices range from $95.99 to $115.

Pros:
• Compact and light weight, fully portable to a variety of cleaning locations
• “Green” in construction, PVC free components and post consumer plastic used in tools and solution tank
• Little Green carries environmental friendly packaging, no Styrofoam and box and interior package elements made from 75% post consumer cardboard.
• Detergent solutions are free of heavy metals, phosphates, dyes, or brighteners
• Easy assembly, easy to use.
• Ideally suited for pet clean ups on carpets.
• Small size makes for easy storage
• Ideal for cleaning upholstery, car interiors, stairs.

Cons:
• Goes through solution too quickly.
• Hose could be longer for use on stairs
• Spray field wider than nozzle, resulting in more “wet” to suction up and wasteful of cleaning solution
• Tank capacity small, approximately 10 minutes use experienced on solid stain removal.
• Amount of water and solution expended does not equal amount in collection tank, too much left in carpet extending drying time.
• Sprayer prone to clogs (can be reopened with needle poke)
• Very much a spot cleaner, bigger stains require a lot of elbow grease and repeated passes

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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.

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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 steamerto 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 2X 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.

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