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A high quality steam cleaner can heat water to such a high degree that it produces a steam capable of not only cleaning but disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria. Whether you have caked on food on your countertops, greasy splatter on your stove or some unknown sticky substance all over your floors, your steam cleaner can safely and effectively clean your entire kitchen. And the best part is, a steam cleaner uses only water to clean and disinfect which means no harmful chemicals. That means you don’t have to touch or breathe harmful chemicals while cleaning and you do not risk those chemicals getting on your food that you prepare for your family and friends.
In addition to effective cleaning, a steam cleaner provides fast, versatile, efficient cleaning. You only need one tool and access to water to be able to clean your kitchen floors, countertops, appliances, range hood, and more! And, because you only need one tool and steam easily lifts and removes dirt, debris, and grease you will be able to clean your kitchen very quickly. Steam can penetrate even the tiniest of crevices and lift and remove bacteria and hard to clean grease so you will not need to painstakingly scrub anymore! Make holiday cooking and entertaining more enjoyable and easy by using a steam cleaner to tackle your kitchen cleaning needs.
]]>While there are certainly a myriad of products for “stripping” or “removing” old carpet, linoleum, tile, or wood floor glue, the fact of the matter is that they are either incredibly harsh and dangerous or ineffective. But, while old fashioned scraping may be the most effective way to remove old adhesive when compared with chemical strippers, it is not the only option. An incredibly effective alternative to manual removal and chemical removal is a steam cleaner. The same household cleaner and disinfection tool can be used to remove old flooring adhesive. Not only is it far safer than chemical cleaners (because it uses no chemicals at all!) but it is also a much easier method than manual scraping.
Not all steam cleaners are capable of such powerful adhesive removal but when you invest in a high-powered, commercial-grade steam cleaner lie a Vapamore steam cleaner, no cleaning task is a match for the outstanding strength of steam. Vapamore steam cleaners use only water but heat it to an incredibly high degree to produce powerful steam that can clean and disinfect. Additionally, Vapamore products propel that steam through nozzles at a high velocity and it is that power that can lift and easily remove old adhesives and glue. The incredibly hot steam is simply propelled using the nozzle directly at the glue. The heat and steam loosens the adhesive and lifts it away from the flooring. Steam is able to do this because it can penetrate even the tiniest of crevices which means it will find any crevice and help to lift the adhesive. Once you have heated the adhesive or glue just scrape to easily and cleanly remove it – problem solved!
]]>When you fill your steam cleaner reservoir with tap water, you’ll likely find that you need to clean the unit more often than if you were to use distilled water. That’s because tap water can leave build-up and residue behind that will require filling the steamer with a mixture of white vinegar and distilled water to remove. Stick with distilled water and you should never have to worry about accumulating this residue—which means you should rarely (if ever) have to clean the unit itself.
Maximize Steam-Cleaning Power
Tap water also contains calcium carbonate, which can actually clog the steamer head over time. This can obstruct the steam output, which will in-turn reduce your cleaning power. With distilled water, calcium carbonate is removed so you don’t have to worry about build-up. Instead, you’ll enjoy clean steam heads and a full release of steam every time you use your steam cleaner.
If you use tap water in your steam cleaner on a regular basis, you will likely find that the unit will eventually start producing a foamy substance when in use. Not only can this substance contain bacteria, but it can also leave an off-white stain on your garments and other materials. This is a most common issue with hard water supplies, and using distilled water instead can help reduce the chances of this becoming an issue.
Just as hard water can cause corrosion and premature wear and tear to your home’s plumbing appliances (washing machines, dish washers, etc.), the same can apply to your steam cleaner. Over time, tap water with mineral build-up can cause corrosion of your steam cleaner’s internal components. This is especially likely if you fail to empty the water from the unit after use.
Using distilled water in your steam cleaner is the best way to prevent corrosion and other premature wear and tear; in fact, you could add years to the useful life of your steam cleaner by using only distilled water.
Other Care and Maintenance of Your Vapamore Steam Cleaner
In addition to using distilled water in your steam cleaner, there are some other basic measures you can take to potentially prolong the life of your Vapamore steam cleaner and optimize its performance. Even when using distilled water, it’s always a good idea to empty your tank after using your steam cleaner. This will ensure that no build-up occurs and can also help to prevent corrosion of any internal parts.
If you do notice any build-up in your steam cleaner, a thorough cleaning should take care of it. A combination of white vinegar and distilled water is the most effective in cleaning a steam cleaner, but other cleaning mixtures you can make yourself include mixing about 1.5 ounces of baking soda with a quart of distilled water. When cleaning your steam cleaner, always make sure it is unplugged and has had time to cool off entirely before you start.
Taking care of your Vapamore steam cleaner can prolong its life and ensure you enjoy the highest standard of clean. By using distilled water instead of tap water, you can avoid a lot of potential headaches related to mineral build-up and other harmful deposits.
]]>Understanding Steam Cleaning
When you use a steam cleaner, a boiler heats water inside of a pressurized water tank. Once the water is heated to around 192°C / 378°F, it then starts shooting steam out of an attached hose. You have full control over the steam. Simply press a button and it shoots out the steam. Press the button again, and it stops. Steam cleaning works well as a cleaning method because the heat from the steam opens up surface pores. This allows for complete sanitization and disinfection. As dirt is blasted away, it sticks to a microfiber cloth attached to the steam cleaner. When you use a commercial-grade steam cleaner, you have even more control over the steam cleaning process because you can adjust the variable pressure control to your preference and needs. On low-pressure settings, you will find the steam cleaner especially ideal for eliminating bed bugs. On high-pressure settings, the steam cleaner becomes the perfect tool for grout line cleaning and various types of degreasing.
Fast Cleaning
A lot of people fear steam cleaning because they know it creates moisture. And where there is a lot of moisture, it makes sense that there becomes a possibility of mold and mildew. However, with steam cleaning, the steam contains less than 5% water. Because of this, everything that you clean with the steam cleaner ends up drying really fast. This is what makes steam cleaning particularly of advantage when cleaning mattresses, fabrics, and various types of flooring like carpeted areas. You can even steam clean your clothing.
Depending on the steam cleaner you use, you may be able to add detergent. With a simple press of a button, you can add detergent to the steam to achieve an even deeper cleaning. Some steam cleaners also feature hot water injection capabilities. This gives you the ability to rinse different types of surfaces with heated water. Both detergent and hot water injection cleaning are suitable for auto detailing. Many people also use them for commercial kitchen cleaning.
Eco-Friendly Cleaning
Probably the most notable advantage of steam cleaning is its eco-friendliness. As you’re cleaning with steam, you don’t have to fret about hurting Mother Nature and the ozone. You don’t have to add any type of harmful cleaning agent when steam cleaning, which means you don’t have to worry about this cleaning method being dangerous to yourself, children or pets. In addition to being extremely friendly to Mother Nature, steam cleaning can also save you money. Gone are the days of having to spend a ton of money on expensive cleaning chemicals. With steam cleaning, you simply use tap water from your kitchen or bathroom sink.
If you or someone in your home suffers from allergies, asthma or some type of respiratory health condition, then steam cleaning will be of the utmost value. Steam cleaning removes different types of airborne allergens, like dust mites, mold, mildew, and dirt. When you steam clean, you turn improve the health of your home. You can use this cleaning method for a variety of purposes, including cleaning carpets, kitchen counters, bathrooms, mattresses, clothing, grout line cleaning, and so much more.
Are you ready to take advantage of steam cleaning?
Steam cleaning works so well with natural stone because steam is propelled through a nozzle and penetrates into the tiniest pores and crevices of the stone to lift and remove dirt, debris and stains. Additionally, the steam in a high-quality commercial-grade steam cleaner is produced by heating water to such a high degree that it is capable of not just cleaning but disinfecting surfaces. Many big box stores sell steam cleaners but the quality is lacking and while they produce steam, it is often not capable of true disinfection. Vapamore steam cleaners clean and disinfect with incredible, professional power. Whether you need to clean dirt from natural stone in a high traffic flooring area, a liquid spill on your kitchen countertops, or dirt and soap residue in your shower, steam cleaning can tackle the job. Houzz describes the “Do’s and Don’ts” of cleaning stone and they note that cleaning with things like ammonia and vinegar can damage your stone but steam cleaning works wonders, “Do use the power of steam. Steam cleaners are a great tool for cleaning stone and grout in your shower. There are canister-style steamers that have a hose and attachments that are perfect for steam cleaning flat surfaces. They also have a small direct nozzle that will clean your grout without using any chemicals.”
Steam can penetrate the pores in your natural stone surfaces and clean the grout around them as well! You will be astonished as your see dirt, debris and stains lift and disappear from your natural stone, leaving behind a clean and disinfected surface that looks as good as the day it was installed!
]]>The last thing you want to do with your wool rug is put a harsh chemical cleaning product on it or scrub at the fibers and damage the rug. But, proper cleaning is an important of maintaining and preserving your rug. So, what is the solution? Steam cleaning! First, it is important to note that you should always check to see if there are manufacturer instructions on your rug and clean according to those instructions. Next, it is best to test a small, inconspicuous area before diving into any cleaning method.
Once you are ready to begin cleaning your wool rug, reach for your steam cleaner to safely and effectively clean and disinfect your rug. Angie’s List describes why steam cleaning is best for wool rugs, “The good news is that it will not hurt your wool carpet to clean it using the industry-recommended hot water extraction (steam) cleaning method. This is the most thorough, effective method for removing that greasy, gritty, fiber-eating soil from the base of the carpet. Being an organic fiber, wool will tend to smell a bit like a wet dog when cleaned. Don’t worry: This odor will quickly dissipate as the carpet dries. Drying should take no longer than 2 to 6 hours on average…Be sure that your cleaner does not use high alkaline cleaning agents: Somewhere around a pH of 8.5 is the limit. Alkalinity degrades organic fibers, and causes discoloration and fiber degradation over time. This is possibly the most important difference between cleaning conventional carpet and wool.”
As Angie’s List notes, chemical cleaning products can damage wool rugs and should be used very carefully or not at all. Fortunately, Vapamore steam cleaners can clean and disinfect without the use of any chemical cleaning agents. Vapamore steam cleaners heat water until it produces a steam that is capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria. Additionally, it penetrates fibers deeply to lift and remove dirt, debris and stains, leaving behind a clean, undamaged wool carpet.
]]>One of the biggest factors influencing your indoor air quality is your carpet. People wear their shoes inside and track dirt, dust, chemicals and more that then stay in the carpet. Once in the carpet they impact air quality. Further, if the carpet gets wet at all mold can begin to grow – even if you can’t see it. While routine vacuuming can help, it is not enough to completely eliminate all these pollutants that lead to poor indoor air quality. Vacuuming removes some dust, dust mites, and other debris but it does not actually disinfect anything. Steam cleaning, however, does. Commercial-grade steam cleaners, such as Vapamore steam cleaners, heat water to such a high degree that the steam produced is capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria as well as killing dust mites and bed bugs without the use of any chemicals. Not only will using steam cleaning kill many common allergens but by reducing the use of chemicals in your home you will also reduce allergy-triggers from chemicals.
In addition to cleaning carpets, you can clean upholstery, drapery, mattresses, countertops, hard flooring, and even your air vents and ducts to improve the quality of air that flows through your home! When you want to maximize your home’s indoor air quality, reduce the use of chemicals, and properly clean and disinfect surfaces in your home, opt for steam cleaning.
]]>Dust mites – they sound kind of harmless and most people think that if they keep their home relatively clean they probably don’t have them. But, dust mites are tiny bugs that live in your home, and whether you see them or not, they are probably there and they may even be the source of your allergies. FamilyDoctor explains why dust mites are a pretty gross problem that you should not ignore, “Dust mites feed off of pet and human dander (dead skin cells in the air and on surfaces in our homes). They live in every home in items such as mattresses and furniture…Dead skin and other waste from dust mites is a major cause of allergies and asthma. Symptoms of dust mite allergy include sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and nasal congestion. If you have asthma, dust mites can cause you to wheeze more and need more asthma medicine. You may have more asthma symptoms at night, when you are lying in a bed infested with dust mites. Cutting down on the number of dust mites in the home is an important step if you or someone in your family has allergies or asthma.”
]]>Dust mites – they sound kind of harmless and most people think that if they keep their home relatively clean they probably don’t have them. But, dust mites are tiny bugs that live in your home, and whether you see them or not, they are probably there and they may even be the source of your allergies. FamilyDoctor explains why dust mites are a pretty gross problem that you should not ignore, “Dust mites feed off of pet and human dander (dead skin cells in the air and on surfaces in our homes). They live in every home in items such as mattresses and furniture…Dead skin and other waste from dust mites is a major cause of allergies and asthma. Symptoms of dust mite allergy include sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and nasal congestion. If you have asthma, dust mites can cause you to wheeze more and need more asthma medicine. You may have more asthma symptoms at night, when you are lying in a bed infested with dust mites. Cutting down on the number of dust mites in the home is an important step if you or someone in your family has allergies or asthma.”
Steam Cleaning to Get Rid of Dust Mites
Now that you are more aware of that gross little (nearly invisible) problem, what do you do about it? How can you clean something you can’t really even see? The solution can be found in your handheld steam cleaner. But, it is important to note that it needs to be a high-quality, commercial-grade steam cleaner if you really want to get rid of dust mites. Not all steam cleaners heat water to the degree that a Vapamore steam cleaner does. Vapamore’s steam cleaner heats water to such high degree that the steam is capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria and killing dust mites in their tracks. Dust mites love to hang out in carpeting, upholstery and mattresses so that is the area you want to concentrate on when trying to get rid of dust mites. First, vacuum the area to remove as much dirt and debris possible. Next, grab your steam cleaner and go to town. Take your time and give your steam cleaner plenty of time to kill the dust mites and disinfect the surfaces.
Is Steam Cleaning Dust Mites Really More Effective Than A Chemical Cleaner or Pesticide?
Steam cleaning to get rid of dust mites is not only effective but far safer for your health because it does not use any harsh or harmful chemicals in the process. NCBI notes that the effectiveness of steam in the battle against dust mites is scientifically proven to be incredibly effective, “Control of dust mites using extremes of temperature is an alternative to the use of acaricides. In the past we have attempted control by freezing with liquid nitrogen. The present paper deals with the opposite extreme, the use of steam…A domestic steam cleaner was used to treat carpet squares that had been seeded in the laboratory with known numbers of dust mites (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus). The number of live mites was monitored for a period of 4 months in eight treated carpet squares and eight controls…No live mites were found at any time in the treated carpet squares, whereas in the control squares geometric mean mite population density rose from 11 after 3 days to 39 after 1 month, 66 after 2, 122 after 3 and 185 after 4 months…These data indicate that steam cleaning has considerable potential as an highly effective and efficient method of killing dust mites and reducing concentrations of Der p 1 in domestic premises.”
]]>As soon as you notice you have a stain on your microfiber couch, or it just looks dirty and needs general cleaning, it is time to get out your Vapamore steam cleaner. First, it is best to lightly vacuum your sofa to remove any dirt, pet hair and other debris before you begin steam cleaning. Vapamore steam cleaners can clean vinyl, synthetic, and cotton upholstery with ease. You will need to set your steam cleaner to the medium-high heat setting and get out your jet nozzle, clothes steamer, and cotton cover. Next, test a small, inconspicuous area first. Then using the clothes steamer with the cotton cover attached, slowly pass over the area and allow the heat to penetrate the microfiber. It is best to move slowly and deliberately, not passing an area too quickly because steam needs time to really heat up the area for true cleaning and disinfection. This will allow it to get the most deep clean and will even kill things like dust mites and bed bugs if they are present. You can also use the jet nozzle for cleaning cracks and corners. If you have a microfiber couch, it is stain resistant but far from impervious to stains, especially if they are not noticed and cleaned immediately. A steam cleaner can clean fresh, new stains and spills on microfiber sofas and it can often clean and remove old, set in stains as well.
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If you are a facility manager, teacher, daycare worker, or other administrator responsible for keeping your facility’s playground clean, you need something that will work quickly, be budget-friendly, be effective, and be safe to use around children. A steam cleaner uses only water so you never have to worry about harsh chemical residue being left behind where you clean. And, when you invest in a steam cleaner you only need one tool to tackle all of your cleaning tasks so you do not need to drag a bucket full of expensive cleaning products and tools to the playground, you only need a steam cleaner filled with water. That means you also do not need to worry about constantly replacing expensive cleaning products as you run out.
A steam cleaner can penetrate tiny surfaces and disinfect up to 99% of bacteria so it is not just quick and efficient, it is extraordinary powerful. Vapamore steam cleaners come with a variety of attachments to make cleaning any area easy. Further, because you are properly maintaining playground equipment it will last much longer and look good for much longer. And, because it is so fast it is easy to use the steam cleaner as frequently as needed every day or even multiple times per day. Don’t let infection and illness spread unnecessarily when you have the power of steam cleaning to keep playground equipment clean.
]]>Concrete is naturally porous and that means it will absorb any dirt or liquids with which it comes into contact. And, while certain spills like water may be easy to clean up, other spills like oils, grease, chemicals, and other liquids may be more challenging to clean once they have penetrated the porous surface. While typical industrial cleaners will clean the surface and maybe eliminate some of the stain or liquid, it cannot penetrate porous surfaces the way steam can so it will not provide the same kind of cleaning power. Steam can penetrate microscopic pores to lift and remove, dirt, debris, grease, oil, etc. with ease.
Additionally, not only does it have outstanding cleaning power for even the toughest cleaning tasks, but it also disinfects while it cleans. While certain chemical cleaners may be able to clean they may also stain your concrete flooring. And, if your facility produces any sort of food product you have to be very careful about the chemicals you use where food is produced. Fortunately, steam cleaners use only water so you never have to worry about the various dangers of industrial cleaning products. Vapamore’s powerful commercial-grade steam cleaners use only water in the cleaning process. The steam cleaner’s powerful engine heats water to a such a high degree that steam is produced which is capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria. Additionally, when you use a steam cleaner to clean your concrete flooring in an industrial setting, it can be used to clean various other surfaces in that same industrial facility so it is the ultimate multi-purpose cleaning tool. For the best concrete flooring cleaning and stain removal tool, there is nothing more powerful than a steam cleaner.
]]>Put down the arsenal of cleaning tools and products and invest in a commercial-grade steam cleaner for your home – you will not regret it! While there are many steam cleaners on the market and you can head to your local big box store and pick up one for $50, the reality is, those are not high quality steam cleaning machines. In fact, while they produce steam, they do not heat water to a high enough degree that the steam produced is capable of true disinfection. That is why it is so important to invest in a commercial-grade steam cleaner such as a Vapamore steam cleaner. Vapamore’s steam cleaners have a powerful engine that can heat water to such a high degree that the steam produced not only cleans but actually disinfects up to 99% of bacteria – providing a far superior cleaning result.
Once you have your trusty commercial-grade steam cleaner in your hand you simply need to move from room to room using your assorted attachments to deep clean every surface. Steam cleaners can clean countertops, floors, sinks, hardware, grout, carpet, upholstery, drapery, toilets, sinks, showers, walls, mattresses, and just about anything else you can think of. Steam penetrates deep into the pores and tiny crevices to lift and remove dirt, debris, stains, and odors. The end result is a home that is completely clean and disinfected, no harsh and unappealing chemical smell, and a home that has been deodorized as well! Your guests will feel like they are walking into a professionally-cleaned hotel when they see just how sparkling your home is and you will feel pride in the beauty and cleanliness of your home when your guest arrives.
]]>A steam cleaner is a great tool for safely and effectively cleaning buildup on faucets. Many other harsh chemical cleaning products and cleaning tools could damage the appearance and remove the finish on a faucet but a steam cleaner will gently clean without causing damage. Unlike other cleaning products that only clean the surface onto which they are sprayed, steam can penetrate porous surfaces including even the tiniest of crevices to lift and remove dirt, debris, and loosen buildup so that it can be easily removed. Additionally, if you are cleaning around your sink, tub, shower, or other surfaces that may have grout nearby it is easy to use your steam cleaner to remove hard water stains and residue at the same time, leaving behind a sparkling clean surface that is disinfected and free of any buildup. Vapamore steam cleaning machines come with a myriad of attachments to help make the job easier and to provide you with the tools you need to get the most effective cleaning from your steam machine. An investment in a steam cleaner for your household is an investment that will pay for itself time and time again. You can move from room to room in your home cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizing virtually any surface without chemicals. When you notice buildup of any kind on your faucets, reach for your steam cleaner to effectively clean your faucets without causing any aesthetic damage to the finish.
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One frequent struggle for businesses is that it is not ideal to clean during operating hours because it may get in the way of employees or customers because it tends to take a long time and may have strong odors from chemical cleaning products. Herein lies a distinct advantage of steam cleaners. They move quickly from cleaning task to cleaning task so it will not interrupt operations during business hours and they do not use any chemicals. Vapamore commercial-grade steam cleaners use only water heated to such a high degree that the steam produced is capable of cleaning and disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria without a single chemical. That means that not only is it better for everyone’s health because chemical cleaning products often pose health risks but there will be no offensive odors during the cleaning process.
In addition to being fast and chemical-free, steam cleaning is easy and very effective so it makes routine cleaning a breeze. Deferring cleaning and maintenance in a commercial setting can lead to equipment breaking, stains, odors, and other costly and problematic things. But, a steam cleaner can clean, disinfect and deodorize just about anything without causing any damage. A steam cleaner can be used to clean almost any surface including flooring, countertops, walls, drapery, upholstery, carpet, plumbing fixtures, hardware, and more. Additionally, a steam cleaner can be used to clean gum, graffiti, grease and other hard-to-clean substances. Because you will not have to continually purchase more chemical cleaning products and tools an investment in a steam cleaner will actually save you money in the long run and keep your business clean and looking its best at all times
]]>Kids spill things. There is no way around it. They just tend to leave sticky messes of food, glue, and other unknown substances where er they go. Whether you have a mystery substance on the floor, table, wall, toilet, sink, or any other location, your steam cleaner can quickly clean even the stickiest of residues while leaving behind a completely disinfected surface. Did the kids insist on helping with today’s cooking project, spilling milk or eggs all over the place in the process? Don’t let the fear of a mess stop you from making memories with your kids. Let them enjoy being little and spending time with you and make the cleanup process quick and easy with a steam cleaner.
Steam cleaning can clean just about any surface in your home. And, not only will it clean but it will deodorize and remove many stains as well. Remember those spilled mystery substances? Did they penetrate your grout, leaving behind stained and/or darkened grout? A steam cleaner can penetrate the pores of grout to lift and remove dirt, debris, and stains while scrubbing away the mess. It will leave your grout looking like new!
For busy parents, a portable steam cleaner is simply ideal because it is fast and efficient. You can move from room to room and mess to mess cleaning quickly and easily so that the to-do list does not have to pile up while you spend hours scrubbing, mopping, and wiping. Further, we know that parents want to do everything to protect the health of their kids and that means avoiding harsh and harmful chemicals. Most commercial cleaning products, even the ‘green’ ones, are filled with chemicals that have many harmful effects. Those chemicals leave behind a chemical residue on surfaces that your kids may breathe in or touch and get on their skin. Steam cleaners use only water so no harsh chemicals are used in the cleaning and disinfecting process, yet they provide the same (and usually better!) level of cleaning power than chemical cleaners. With the kids home for summer, every household needs a steam cleaner!
]]>Just like a restaurant kitchen, all cooking and food preparation equipment and tools must be cleaned and disinfected for sanitary purposes but also for general maintenance. With routine maintenance equipment and tools will last far longer before needing repair or replacement. The last thing any food truck needs is a long line of hungry customers waiting for food only to have food truck equipment break down from lack of maintenance and cleaning.
Because of the small and enclosed nature of a food truck, grease and food debris gets scattered everywhere during the cooking process. And, as anyone that has ever worked in a restaurant knows, cooking grease is one of the hardest things to clean, particularly when it gets in every little crack and crevice. Fortunately, a steam cleaner is one of the best tools for cleaning and maintenance and is particularly useful on a food truck. A portable steam cleaner is easy to store right on the food truck for mobile cleaning on the go whenever needed. The steam produced is capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria so it will keep your food preparation space clean and safe for creating great food for customers. Additionally, the steam produced can penetrate even the tiniest of crevices to lift and remove grease, food debris, dirt and more – providing the most thorough of cleaning. And, because it does not use any chemicals to clean and disinfect it is ideal for food preparation spaces because it will not leave any chemical residue on surfaces. Food trucks are all the rage because of the outstanding quality of food that can be produced from a truck right on the street. But, that quality can only be produced in a safe, clean, sanitary work space which means every food truck needs a cleaning tool that is thorough, does not leave chemical residue, and is easy to use. And, the answer to that cleaning need is a portable commercial grade steam cleaner!
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Handheld steam cleaners, such as the MR-75 Amico handheld steam cleaner are a great tool for both household cleaning and cleaning at a business. Because it is lightweight and handheld, it can go virtually anywhere you need it to! The MR-75 Amico is a great ‘green’ cleaning tool because it does not use any chemicals. It produces steam up to 210 degrees Fahrenheit so it can disinfect up to 99% of a bacteria as well as kill bedbugs and other pests! The steam is propelled through a nozzle to ensure it penetrates even the tiniest crevices or fibers to lift and remove dirt, stains, debris, odor, and bacteria. It can be used in a home, office, or even in an automobile! A handheld steam cleaner is so lightweight that it is great for individuals with diminishing strength such as the elderly and is even easy to carry up or down stairs for cleaning projects.
It is the perfect steam cleaner to provide a long life of on-the-go cleaning power. The Portland Press Herald elaborates on why on-the-go cleaning is idea Lin today’s modern world, “‘Americans are more likely to prefer to clean as they go, doing quick cleanups that fit into their busy schedules, as opposed to setting aside time to give the whole house thorough top-to-bottom cleanings,’ noted Mintel Senior Analyst John Owen. ‘This preference for on-the-go cleaning has helped fuel the market for quick-cleanup products designed to tackle small messes quickly and efficiently, saving both time and effort’…Sanitize your bathroom floors, counters, tub and shower enclosures and other surfaces without chemicals by using one of the efficient and easy-to-use handheld steam cleaners now on the market.” Many people would assume a compact, handheld portable steam cleaner would be a streamlined version without accessories but that is not the case. The Vapamore MR-75 Amico handheld steam cleaner comes with a huge array of accessories and attachments making it the ultimate handheld steam cleaner.
]]>Using a steam cleaner to clean a wine barrel is a grease idea because steam can penetrate even tiny pores of the wood so it can get a wine barrel more clean than many other cleaning methods. Vapamore steam cleaners heat water to such a high degree that steam capable of disinfecting up to 99% of bacteria is produced. Then, that steam is propelled through a nozzle to provide outstanding cleaning and disinfection. Not only is steam cleaning fast and effective but it also rehydrates the wine barrel wood. The wine making process produces what are known as ‘tartrate crystals.’ This is perfectly normal but they must be cleaned from the wine barrel before the barrel can be used again to produce more wine. Other cleaning methods might necessitate scrubbing because tartrates tend to cling to the walls of barrels and tanks but steam cleaning will penetrate underneath the crystals and effortlessly remove them. Because wineries often have hundreds of wine barrels, cleaning efficiency is very important. Steam cleaning is fast and efficient and uses only water to clean and disinfect. Investing in a steam cleaner for barrel cleaning will also offer you more cleaning options around the winery. You can clean and sanitize any stainless steel tanks, preparation areas, wine making equipment, packaging lines, bottling lines, etc. Steam cleaning is a safe cleaning method for all areas of your wine making and bottling areas, ensuring that no equipment is damaged, wine barrels last longer, and the best tasting wine is produced at all times.
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Grease is notoriously one of the most difficult things to clean. Harsh chemicals and strenuous scrubbing are often necessary and sometimes even those things are no match for grease. This can be particularly problematic if the agricultural or farming machinery is used to transport or process food because cleanly equipment is important. Steam cleaning requires no chemicals and can literally melt away grease from machinery. And, it can get where most chemical cleaners cannot. A chemical cleaner can only get sprayed on a surface and wiped away but a steam cleaner can penetrate even the smallest of crevices to lift and remove dirt, debris and grease for a superior cleaning. Further, many agricultural settings have areas where livestock live. Keeping livestock pens clean is important because it protects the health of your livestock and prevents things like disease. Keeping livestock pens clean and disinfected is easy with a steam cleaner. You can quickly move from one area to the next, cleaning and disinfecting without any chemicals. By not using chemicals you further protect your livestock’s health. Steam cleaners can be used on virtually any surface so that means they can clean the floors, walls, grates, feedings areas, milking stations, and any other areas completely clean and disinfected. When it comes to the agricultural and farming industry, there are few more useful tools in which to invest than a steam cleaner.
]]>This is particularly exciting for the sign or graphic application industry. Typically, the individual that is removing the vinyl graphics is exposed to harsh and toxic chemicals. Removing vinyl graphics without causing damage to the graphics or to the surface to which they are adhered is no simple task. But, with a steam cleaner, it is. And, even better, there are no chemicals involved so it is better for the individual doing the work and better for the environment.
Vapamore steam cleaners heat water to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees Fahrenheit and when water is heated to such a high heat it produces steam that is very powerful and can even disinfect up to 99% of bacteria. The steam is then propelled through a nozzle for precise and effective work. Vapamore steam cleaners do not use a single chemical but when the steam they produce is pointed at the vinyl graphic, it simply softens the vinyl and adhesives and any other bonding treatments. Once softened, it makes it easy to simply lift and remove the vinyl graphics. It is not only very effective for vinyl graphic removal but it is also almost always possible to preserve the graphic being removed if desired (which is nearly impossible with other vinyl graphic removal methods) – it may just require some patience. When you invest in a Vapamore steam cleaner, you get the steam cleaner as well as all of the attachments you need to tackle any cleaning task or any adhesive removal task that may come your way.
]]>Let us be completely clear, not all steam cleaners are created equal and many are not capable of effective cleaning and disinfection. It is imperative that for disease and flu prevention that you use a commercial-grade steam cleaner such as a Vapamore product. Vapamore steam cleaners heat water to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees Fahrenheit which means that the steam produced can kill up to 99% of bacteria without a single chemical. And, while it is obviously far safer than chemical cleaning products, that is not where the advantages over chemical cleaning products stop. When you spray a chemical cleaning product it can only clean and disinfect the surface that it touches. The problem is, what if it is a porous hard surface or a carpeted area? If bacteria has penetrated porous surfaces or made its way into the fibers of carpets, infection can still spread. Steam cleaners are able to penetrate the tiniest of crevices or carpet fibers to lift and remove stains, odors, and kill bacteria, It is the best way to stop the spread of illness and for that reason, it is a necessary tool for all homes, offices and schools this flu season.
]]>While you obviously cannot pick up your mattress and toss it in the washer, there are many effective ways to clean your mattress. Put down the chemical cleaners – they will only be absorbed into the fabric of your mattress and then you will be breathing those chemicals in each night while you sleep. Those chemicals have been linked to things like asthma and even cancer so that is the last thing you want to be sleeping on. Rather, grab your trusty steam cleaner. The same steam cleaner you use for a myriad of household cleaning tasks can be used to not only clean your mattress but deodorize and completely disinfect your mattress. Additionally, Vapamore’s commercial-grade steam cleaners can kill things like dust mites and bed bugs! When you periodically clean your mattress with a Vapamore steam cleaner, you can rest assured that you are sleeping on the most clean and safe surface possible.
Vapamore steam cleaners come with all of the attachments that you need to easily and effectively clean your mattress. The steam is heated to such a high degree that it produces steam capable of disinfection. That steam is propelled through a nozzle and when you slowly move it over your mattress it will clean, deodorize, remove stains, and disinfect your mattress. Using a steam cleaner is the best way to not only clean your mattress but it will also protect your investment in a quality mattress by extending its life! Don’t just let sweat, dirt, dust mites and other allergens that can impact your health build up in your mattress – easily and quickly clean your mattress with a steam cleaner.
]]>If you have wondered just how many uses there are for a steam cleaner, the answer seems to be ‘endless.’ A steam cleaner is, hands down, the safest and most effect give tool for cleaning and disinfection. We have discussed that extensively in a multitude of blogs. But, that is far from the only use for a steam cleaner. A steam cleaner can be an exceptionally powerful yet very safe tool for removing things that are ‘stuck on’ to just about anything. From removing to flooring adhesives to gum on sidewalks, a steam cleaner is safe and effective. And, our wonderful clients love it for removing things that are suck on because it will not damage or stain the surface from which you are removing things that are stuck on. In fact, it may actually lift and remove stains from the adhesives or gum. In addition to flooring adhesive and gum, your steam cleaner can be used to remove vinyl graphics.
]]>If you have wondered just how many uses there are for a steam cleaner, the answer seems to be ‘endless.’ A steam cleaner is, hands down, the safest and most effect give tool for cleaning and disinfection. We have discussed that extensively in a multitude of blogs. But, that is far from the only use for a steam cleaner. A steam cleaner can be an exceptionally powerful yet very safe tool for removing things that are ‘stuck on’ to just about anything. From removing to flooring adhesives to gum on sidewalks, a steam cleaner is safe and effective. And, our wonderful clients love it for removing things that are suck on because it will not damage or stain the surface from which you are removing things that are stuck on. In fact, it may actually lift and remove stains from the adhesives or gum. In addition to flooring adhesive and gum, your steam cleaner can be used to remove vinyl graphics.
This is particularly exciting for the sign or graphic application industry. Typically, the individual that is removing the vinyl graphics is exposed to harsh and toxic chemicals. Removing vinyl graphics without causing damage to the graphics or to the surface to which they are adhered is no simple task. But, with a steam cleaner, it is. And, even better, there are no chemicals involved so it is better for the individual doing the work and better for the environment.
Vapamore steam cleaners heat water to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees Fahrenheit and when water is heated to such a high heat it produces steam that is very powerful and can even disinfect up to 99% of bacteria. The steam is then propelled through a nozzle for precise and effective work. Vapamore steam cleaners do not use a single chemical but when the steam they produce is pointed at the vinyl graphic, it simply softens the vinyl and adhesives and any other bonding treatments. Once softened, it makes it easy to simply lift and remove the vinyl graphics. It is not only very effective for vinyl graphic removal but it is also almost always possible to preserve the graphic being removed if desired (which is nearly impossible with other vinyl graphic removal methods) – it may just require some patience. When you invest in a Vapamore steam cleaner, you get the steam cleaner as well as all of the attachments you need to tackle any cleaning task or any adhesive removal task that may come your way.
]]>While there are certainly a myriad of products for “stripping” or “removing” old carpet, linoleum, tile, or wood floor glue, the fact of the matter is that they are either incredibly harsh and dangerous or ineffective. But, while old fashioned scraping may be the most effective way to remove old adhesive when compared with chemical strippers, it is not the only option. An incredibly effective alternative to manual removal and chemical removal is a steam cleaner. The same household cleaner and disinfection tool can be used to remove old flooring adhesive. Not only is it far safer than chemical cleaners (because it uses no chemicals at all!) but it is also a much easier method than manual scraping.
Not all steam cleaners are capable of such powerful adhesive removal but when you invest in a high-powered, commercial-grade steam cleaner lie a Vapamore steam cleaner, no cleaning task is a match for the outstanding strength of steam. Vapamore steam cleaners use only water but heat it to an incredibly high degree to produce powerful steam that can clean and disinfect. Additionally, Vapamore products propel that steam through nozzles at a high velocity and it is that power that can lift and easily remove old adhesives and glue. The incredibly hot steam is simply propelled using the nozzle directly at the glue. The heat and steam loosens the adhesive and lifts it away from the flooring. Steam is able to do this because it can penetrate even the tiniest of crevices which means it will find any crevice and help to lift the adhesive. Once you have heated the adhesive or glue just scrape to easily and cleanly remove it – problem solved!
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Let us be completely clear, not all steam cleaners are created equal and many are not capable of effective cleaning and disinfection, It is imperative that for disease and flu prevention that you use a commercial-grade steam cleaner such as a Vapamore product. Vapamore steam cleaners heat water to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees Fahrenheit which means that the steam produced can kill up to 99% of bacteria without a single chemical. And, while it is obviously far safer than chemical cleaning products, that is not where the advantages over chemical cleaning products stop. When you spray a chemical cleaning product it can only clean and disinfect the surface that it touches. The problem is, what if it is a porous hard surface or a carpeted area? If bacteria has penetrated porous surfaces or made its way into the fibers of carpets, infection can still spread. Steam cleaners are able to penetrate the tiniest of crevices or carpet fibers to lift and remove stains, odors, and kill bacteria, It is the best way to stop the spread of illness and for that reason, it is a necessary tool for all homes, offices and schools this flu season.
]]>Vapamore carries a selection of steam cleaners of different sizes and with different capabilities to tackle any cleaning needs for your janitorial or building maintenance service. And, all that you will need is water. Say goodbye to constantly replacing those chemical cleaners that are harsh and harmful to both your health and the environment. Once you have your steam cleaner you simply need to fill it with water and wait for it to heat up. Once ready, extremely hot steam (over 200 degrees Fahrenheit) will be propelled through a nozzle at a high velocity to ensure maximum cleaning power. Steam can penetrate far deeper into fabrics, upholstery, and tiny crevices than any chemical cleaning product. And, not only will it lift and clean dirt but it will completely disinfect surfaces. And, it is a powerful tool in pest control. It is even capable of killing bed bugs! City Wide Building Maintenance Solutions elaborates on why a steam cleaner is the best tool a janitorial service or building maintenance service can have in their cleaning arsenal, “Not only is dirty grout unsightly, but it also houses bacteria. Steam cleaning uses only water – very hot water at an intense pressure – creating dry steam, which pushes the bacteria and dirt particles out, not in, like pressure washing.
Steam cleaning is an ideal regular maintenance for lobbies, as well as restroom floors and walls, as it sanitizes them even further than the daily cleaning received from mopping or wiping with a disinfectant. Grout is a very porous material which requires a deeper clean occasionally in order to remove impurities and micro-organisms, therefore promoting a healthy environment.Many cleaners used on flooring are acid-based, which can be quite harsh. Not only can the chemicals push the dirt particles deeper into the plaster – making it harder to clean – but it can also wear out the material faster, causing expensive replacement costs sooner than necessary.Steam cleaning can be quicker than other methods, such as Bonnet or Rotary. We recommend scheduling your tile and grout steam cleaning one to two times per year. Scheduled maintenance means one less thing for you to worry about.”
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