Even if you are used to cleaning with chemicals, we are more and more aware about the effect these products have on our health and mostly on the planet. We are most of the time attracted by glossy advertising that we can see on TV but steam stays the most powerful and eco-friendly way to clean.
Nowadays steam cleaning is gaining in popularity. Steam help is cleaning by spraying hot steamed water on the surface. It helps in softening the dirt messes, mildew, and other oily stains. Thanks to its 212°F temperature the stains are removed with the evaporation. Furthermore, the steam helps in sanitizing the place as most of the bacterias and viruses cannot sustain this heat. However, steam cleaning can be dangerous when mixing chemicals solutions with water. Indeed this is strictly prescribed by manufacturers as some chemicals can react adversely to these heats.
Some steam cleaners have a wheeled base that is quite helpful when it comes to cleaning your grout. All you have to do is directing the steam to where you want to clean. The Drillbrush Nylon Power Brush is a great power brush. If you want to enhance the look of your grout you can use the Grout Pen White. It is working well to restore the initial grout look in terms of colors and aspect.
I do not recommend cleaning chemicals even if they produce a glossy finish and achieve the desired result. Indeed chemicals will cost you twice more, in terms of money and health.
Solutions of chemicals are producing a caustic smell and its acidity isn’t recommended for the skin. That’s a reason why these brands are selling pricey cleaning gloves…
About steam cleaners
Of course, steam cleaners are expensive and you should think twice before buying one. Nonetheless, it is a single investment that will save you in the long term. It tends to be very resistant and as it doesn’t have any special technology inside you can use the same for a few years. I have seen people using the same heavy duty steam cleaners for 8-10 years and it was still doing a great job!
If you don’t want to buy a steam cleaner yet you can have a look at options to rent one for as low as $52 for 4 hours on homedepot. It should be enough for cleaning grout. If you are looking to buy one, have a look at this page to see what is the best steam mop in 2021.
Reaching out to a professional, is also an idea, if you are not sure about it. Keep in mind that it will cost you around $200 depending on the walls and floor surface you need to clean.