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Winter is coming…and that means that so are the germs and illnesses that always seem to flourish during the season.  Whether you have children in school that bring homes germs, you go to an office full of people sneezing and coughing, or you just live your daily life and encounter germs, they seem to be everywhere.  And, when you encounter those germs out in the world, you ultimately bring them into your home.  While you may not be able to ward off every cold and flu bug that comes your way during the winter, you can significantly improve your chances of avoiding illness by using a steam cleaner throughout your home.

You expect your dishwasher to clean and sanitize the dishes you and your family eat off of every day.  But, if your dishwasher is not very clean, is it really getting the job done?  Many people assume that a dishwasher is essentially self-cleaning, but that is not the case.  Dishwashers should be cleaned periodically to maximize their dish cleaning ability.  When you look inside your dishwasher do you see discoloration?  What about food particle buildup?  Weird smells? What about mystery substances that you do not even want to know about?  Yeah, don’t worry, it is common.  Dishwashers see a lot of use so is only natural that they would need some TLC from time to time.  Cleaning your dishwasher has never been easier or more effective than when you use a powerful steam cleaner.

Investing in the perfect vacuum cleaner can be a tough decision.  There are many models available today, all touting different features, and all at a myriad of price points.  How do you know which will not only get rid of dust but actually provide the best possible cleaning for your home.  This importance is only amplified if you or someone you live with suffers from allergies, asthma, or other conditions that compromise immunity.  Floors harbor dust, debris, dust mites, bacteria, mold, and many other things that can aggravate symptoms for allergy and asthma sufferers and even compromise the health of the immunosuppressed. 

Any seasoned pet owner knows that, from time to time, accidents happen. Having a pet is one of the most rewarding experiences anyone can have but just because you own a pet does not mean you have to live with stains and odor. The Vapamore MR-50 Steam Vac is an ideal tool for cleaning wet pet spills and existing stains because it is a combination wet/dry vacuum and steam cleaner. It is the ultimate versatile investment for any homeowner because it can tackle a myriad of cleaning tasks around your home, including frustrating pet stains. First, the vacuum mode can actually extract wet spills instantly and powerfully. That means that the MR-50 Steam Vac can clean wet pet urine effectively. Further, it can be used to vacuum debris including things like cat litter spills on hard surfaces, carpeting, and upholstery. There is not just one steam mode, but two! You have the option to either wet or dry steam clean instantly which prevents pet or other stains from getting set in to carpet or upholstery. While it is always easier to clean a fresh stain, the MR-50 is even capable of cleaning old, set in stains, spots and odors. If you are a pet owner, the Vapamore MR-50 simply is a must-have tool. Below we explain how you can quickly and efficiently steam clean pet stains in 3 easy steps.
Steam Clean Pet Stains in 3 Easy Steps

For some people, cleanliness is “next to godliness.”  But, for many others, the idea of cleaning their home sounds like a long and painful appointment at the dentist.  If you are like many and hate cleaning then you need to invest in a cleaning tool that will revolutionize your cleaning routine and take all the pain out of keeping your home clean.  What is that magic cleaning tool?  A steam cleaner!  Say goodbye to endless hours spent scrubbing, touching gross chemicals, spending hundreds of dollars each year on cleaning products, and wasting time trying to clean things that you may not be able to clean with traditional cleaning products.  If you hate cleaning, you need a high-powered steam cleaner in your cleaning arsenal.

If you have ever uttered the phrase, “this is why we can’t have nice things” then this blog is for you!  Purchasing furniture for your home is a big investment and it is an investment that you want to protect.  Whether you spend a few hundred dollars or tens of thousands of dollars on your furniture, keeping upholstery clean is probably a top priority.  Day to day living can take its toll on even the most expensive and well-made furniture.  But, if you protect your investment and properly clean it, it can last for many years.  Certain types of fabric are easier to clean than others but whether you, your pet, or your children spill on your furniture, cleaning it without causing further damage or staining is no easy task.  If your furniture is upholstered with a natural fabric or fiber (such as cotton or linen), cleaning with minimal moisture is of the utmost importance because moisture and drying can cause the fabric to brown, lose color, lose its shape, or cause other types of damage.  For this reason, investing in a steam cleaner for cleaning your upholstery is a great idea. 

Moving into a new home is exciting but getting rid of the previous owner’s smells and stains is not so exciting.  The last thing you want to do is move your upholstered furniture, drapery, mattresses, towels, and bedding into a home that has the previous owner’s odors.  And nobody wants to look at unsightly grout or gross carpet stains that someone else caused.  Moving into a new home is a fresh start so don’t let it be diminished by odors and stains – steam clean your new home before moving in for the fresh start you want!

“You have mold” are some of the most dreaded words that any homeowner can hear.  Mold is not only terrible for your home but incredibly dangerous for your health.  The New York Times describes just how scary mold can be if it is growing in your home, “MOLD can cause health problems that range from itching eyes, sneezing and coughing to serious allergic reactions, asthma attacks and even permanent lung damage. And what many people do not know is that mold could be growing in their homes right now… The cost of such a cleanup can range from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars.”  While there are certainly some old infestations that require the assistance of a professional to properly clean and eradicate the mold, when caught early, many homeowners can clean the mold with one powerful tool – a steam cleaner.

One cleaning project that is often overlooked and neglected is window blinds.  It is a tedious and time consuming task to clean each individual window blind on all the windows in your home.  But, as you know, the window blinds just love to accumulate dust and debris.  And, after a while, they look downright disgusting.  But even worse than their appearance, all of that dust can exacerbate allergies, asthma and other respiratory problems.  If you or anyone in your family suffers from allergies or asthma, it is important that you do not allow dust to accumulate on surface in your home because it contaminates the air that you breathe. Fortunately, one of the easiest, most efficient, and most effective ways to clean your window blinds is to use your steam cleaner.  Yes, that same steam cleaner that you use to clean your kitchen, bathroom, upholstery, carpet, flooring, and more can be used to clean your window blinds.  A steam cleaner is the cleaning investment that keeps on giving.