Household appliances every year is becoming more perfect, but for a long time nothing fundamentally new has appeared. But the moment when a steam cleaner for the home appeared on sale, it became a turning point in the world of home appliances.
Initially, the device for cleaning the surfaces of steam was developed exclusively for medical institutions, but later on the sale of household steam cleaners, designed for daily needs. Modern housewives "House of Dreams" in this publication will help to understand whether a steam cleaner is needed, for which purpose it can be used in everyday life and how to choose the suitable model.
Steam cleaner for the house
Steam cleaner: purpose and function
Steam cleaner is a device designed for very thorough processing and disinfection of any surfaces. The principle of processing is to clean the surface of hot steam, which is produced by heating ordinary water in the steam boiler of the device. To simulate the jet of steam help a variety of nozzles included in the basic configuration. This device is very manoeuvrable and is easily modified for different purposes.
Household( home) steam cleaner suitable for clothing, curtains, can be used for cleaning windows, any kitchen surfaces, different types of floors, including laminate and carpets. You can safely use a steam cleaner for furniture, even made of particleboard or covered with veneer.
Principle of operation and safety
The device consists of the steam boiler itself, a boiling water heating element, a flexible hose with a trigger and additional attachments. Nothing complicated - the mechanism of the steam cleaner is very transparent.
But immediately there are fears about the safety of this device, especially in families where there are children. Will not this hot steam damage? This problem is thought out by the creators of the device: despite the high temperature of the produced steam, it is too rarefied and is not capable of harming a person.
An irreplaceable helper in household chores: why in the home steam cleaner
Steam cleaner for cleaning the house has many advantages: with the help of hot steam, cleaning, degreasing, disinfection of surfaces without marks of stains, stains or scale. Hot steam can kill any bacteria, remove dust and allergens, and different nozzles will help to perform any cleaning action of the apartment - a wide wash floor, specialized - plumbing, right up to the rim of the toilet.
In general, the use of a steam cleaner at home allows:
- to remove dust and dirt, including hard-to-reach places - narrow slots, heating batteries;
- clean upholstered furniture and carpets, including hard-to-remove stains;
- clean and steam clothes and curtains;
- clean glass and mirror without divorce;
- to remove unpleasant smells in the apartment, is especially important for smokers;
- wash tiles and seams between tiles;
- disinfect the plumbing, cooker, hood, oven, refrigerator, microwave and any surface in the house;
- effectively deal with mold, fungus and all kinds of parasites.
And all this - exclusively through the most ordinary water, you will not use any household chemicals anymore( even easier than described in our article about cleaning the kitchen without chemicals).This is a plus for allergy sufferers, for economical people, and for those who care about ecology.
Steam cleaner for kitchen photo
Window washer with steam cleaner
Steam cleaner for curtains
Steam cleaner for home how to choose
Steam cleaner for cleaning the house
How to choose a steam cleaner for the house
Types of steam cleaners and features of the
model choice In order to better understand which model to choose,classification of this technology, major manufacturers and equipment. This knowledge will greatly help if you do not know how to choose a steam cleaner.
1. All models are divided according to the principle of use:
- manual or, as they are also called, portable steam cleaners. They have modest dimensions, inexpensive and very convenient to use. But if the general cleaning of the entire house is planned, the hand can quickly get tired, and the water tank in this model is small - you will often top up the liquid and wait for its heating;
- floor models, strongly resembling a vacuum cleaner or a mop. These steam cleaners are quite large, but the main part of the device is located on the floor, only a flexible hose remains in the hands. This model is very convenient and functional.
2. Steam cleaners differ, and as a rule, there are models for heating the steam boiler:
- with direct heating. In such devices, water heats up as it moves to the exit;
- with preliminary generation of steam. In such a device, water is first heated to the state of steam, which is generated in the boiler. In this case, the jet power and the vapor temperature will be slightly higher.
3. The steam boiler itself can be made of steel or aluminum. Moreover, in the aluminum boiler, water heats up faster and does not accumulate in scale, but steel is a more durable material.
4. The volume of the steam boiler is significant only when choosing the floor version of the device. If you choose a manual steam cleaner, do not forget to add the weight of water to its original weight.
5. The power of the device also varies greatly, however, the speed of steam generation directly depends on this parameter. It often depends on it and the time of heating the liquid - it is from 20 seconds to 5-10 minutes.(You can pour hot water already, it will shorten the heating time at times!)
6. If you notice, it is noticeable that the vapor pressure indicated by the producer refers only to the pressure inside the boiler. But the pressure of the escaping steam jet depends on the length of the hose and the nozzle used. It is better to give preference to domestic appliances with a pressure of about 3 bar.
7. When choosing a steam cleaner, be aware that the higher the temperature of the escaping steam, the better it cleans and disinfects.
8. Cleaning by cold or hot steam may be provided, depending on the model chosen.
9. Pay attention to the length of the electric cord, the longer it is - the further you can move away from the outlet. The automatic coagulation function is available in almost all models.
10. But the length of the hose is, on the contrary, to choose shorter - during the passage through the hose the temperature of the steam can significantly decrease.
11. The assortment of attachments allows you to perform a lot more actions with your device, so you should pay attention to them by purchasing a steam cleaner.
Windshield cleaner
Washer surface cleaning with steam cleaner
Steam cleaner for window cleaning
Floor steam cleaner
Home cleaning steamer Kerher
Choosing the right steam cleaner for your home, it's best to pay attention to the leading manufacturers in this area. The most popular brands are Karcher, Clatronic and Ariete. Often, a well-known brand goes hand in hand with quality and responsibility for its reputation. Good luck shopping with you!
