Equipment which uses super hot water and make vapor are named steam cleaners. Steam cleaners do not only clean surfaces but kill 99% of allergens, mildew, bacteria and fungus. Steam cleaners are mostly used in peoples houses, inns and restaurants, etc. If operated in the household, a steam cleaner is used to clean broad locations such as the living room but can also be used in lesser meticulous jobs such as the toilet. Any surface which is reslient to heat can be cleaned with a steam cleaner.

There are a couple of varieties of steam cleaners; standard steam cleaners, and vapor steam cleaners. The traditional steam cleaner comprises a water tank, container, hose and brushes, and uses heated water to make the surface clean. There are several tasks a steam equipment can perform well at but predominantly they love to clean floors, and a good example of a steam mop that does this well is the Vax S6 Home Master Steam Cleaner. The water is boiled and then dispensed onto the surface that wants cleaning while the brushes attack the dirt before any outstanding water is brought back into the unit. Certain cleaners need cleaning agents to remove stains, but greatly depend on on steam and brushes to perform this process.

Vapor steam devices are comparable in that they have a water tank, electric heater and pipe - but they also have a spigot at the end of the hose, in addition. Water is heated in the boiler to produce dry steam. This vapour steam is thrown onto the grimy surface via a pipe and jet. The vapour then breaks down the muck & dirt and grease and grime on the area being steamed. The surface is then cleaned with the help of a vacuum cleaner. There is only a minor amount of water in the steam vapor - around 6% - so the surface is normally dry pretty quickly. Vapour steam systems can be used on most areas supposing that that area is resistant to heat. Given that no detergents are required, most steam cleaners can be used by those who are allergic to these substances.

Though the majority of steam cleaners come supplied with attachments for the role, there are also steamers available intended specifically for fitted carpets. Though they still use vapor, the water percentage is usually more which aids with the washing of carpeting. As the water is dispensed, the carpet cleaning accessories wash the carpet and eliminates muck. Any outstanding water is then vacuumed back into the steamer. To quicken the drying time of a carpet, making use of an dehumidifier can improve things greatly. Once dry, you should run the vacuum across the carpet to make sure it is entirely cleaned.

Most steam cleaners have a tank for water on board but some steam devices come with a constant water supply function. Clearly, having an attached to a continuous water supply is desirable as you won't be having to keep refilling the tank when it runs dry.

The range of steam cleaning equipment obtainable to buy are both extensive and varied. The important features to contemplate are the boiler capacity, the ready to use time of the steamer, the steam time on hand and the kind and number of attachments available. It is also vital that you go through all the manufacturer manuals in advance of using your steam system.

A dry steam cleaner is the perfect appliance for homes that have small children, pets or residents subject to allergies.

It looks like a regular vacuum or carpet cleaner but the steam cleaner uses a boiler-fed system that creates extremely hot steam to clean and sanitize a wide range of surfaces in your home.

It's called a 'dry' steam cleaner because the moisture content of the steam is very low (about 6%). This steam is powerful enough to kill mites and fungi on contact. It then quickly begins to evaporate and the surface is usually dry within 15 minutes.

So Little Water, So Much Cleaning Power

Also known as dry vapour steam cleaning, the dry steam cleaner is similar to the traditional item but use a small quantity of water which is heated to a very high temperature of 250 degrees Celsius or above.

By drawing out the dirt, grime, oil, dust, this steam effectively cleans and sanitizes a range of surfaces without the need for any detergents or other cleaning solutions.

As the steam needs to be produced before use, steam cleaners need a 'warm up' period of 5-15 minutes after being switched on.

Likewise, the cleaners need time to cool down before more water can be added. More sophisticated models contain two water tanks which bypasses this problem.

Better quality models usually feature an "on demand" trigger which permits steam to be turned on and off. Cheaper items lack this feature which results in wasted water and steam pressure.

Dry steam cleaners are also available as portable or hand held steam cleaners. These are handy but have a limited capacity.

One benefit of these appliances is that they can work on both soft surfaces such as carpets and curtains and hard surfaces such as tiles, grout, windows and floors.

A wide range of attachments are available for different surfaces including crevice cleaning and hard to reach areas. You'll need to consider, though, whether the surface can withstand the intense heat of the steam.

They're especially effective at removing allergens such as pet pander, mould and mildew, dust and dust mites and fleas along with their larvae, together with pathogen such as bacteria. And if you're planning on cleaning hard floor surfaces, don't discount the use of a specific steam mop.

Dry steam cleaners have no vacuums so it's often a good idea to follow up your steam cleaning session with standard vacuuming to remove debris. This results in a very thorough cleaning.

The dry steam cleaner is the device of choice for homeowners looking for the ultimate in hygiene and allergy-free living.