naturally Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I'm wanting to get a steam mop but don't even know where to start. I know there are so many. I think one of my top features is being able to adjust the steam - light cleaning to heavy cleaning. Our house is a mix of floors - older wood that need refinished but aren't "bare", peel'n stick tile, laminate. Anyone have one they'd recommend? Or avoid? I'm hoping to find one under $100 but don't know if it's possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rose Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I love my Shark Steam Vac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasRachel Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I have an Eureka Envirosteamer. I based my purchase upon the reviews at amazon. I love it. I think I paid $80. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reya Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I have one that sweeps AND steams and wouldn't want any other kind! Where there are really dirty spots, I spray with a multisurface cleaner first/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherMayI Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 What kind is it? This would be great for me! I have one that sweeps AND steams and wouldn't want any other kind! Where there are really dirty spots, I spray with a multisurface cleaner first/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reya Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 What kind is it? This would be great for me! Steam&Sweep. If I use it daily or every other day in the kitchen or at any interval elsewhere, I don't have to sweep. If I use it weekly in the kitchen, I usually sweep first. Our kitchen floor looks like the bottom of a parrot cage by then, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I loved my shark. I broke it not being careful with it when we moved. But it was awesome, easy, and even the family liked cleaning floors! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeschoolMamaOfTwo Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Shark Steam Vac - it is the higher model than the basic, I can't remember what it is called, though. But I really like it. And I HATE mopping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I just bought a Haan Swift yesterday. It does not have adjustable steam, but got good reviews AND it was only $40! (Check your local Tuesday Morning) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brilliant Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I bought one after I saw it recommended here (sorry, I don't remember which brand). I don't think it got my floors any cleaner than my regular damp mop. I still had to give it a little "scrub" or multiple passes if there was a spot on the floor. Since it was more trouble than it was worth, I returned it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I have a Shark steam mop (the vacuum one wasn't out when I bought it) that is 3-4 yrs old and I love it. My hardwood dries super fast and shiny. I love that it's chemical free and I can toss the pads into the wash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2squared Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Do these work with the peel 'n stick tile? We have that, and I'm always worried about it unsticking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I have a Smart Living steam mop and I love it. I use it on my wood floors, my tile and even my sofa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandsam Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 I love my Shark Steam Vac. I like my Shark also. My only complaint is that it quite steaming after a year and I had to replace it. Use distilled water, as recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2pandc Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 I don't think I'd get a steam mop. The peel and stick tile would scare me, and I've read many many things that say not to use one on real wood floors. The steam forces between the cracks and swells the wood over time. I would be especially worried if it was older wood and more so that its needing refinishing in spots. That's just my opinion, I know a lot of people love them, and I was seriously considering one. But we built our home ourselves (physically built it, not paid someone) and I know how much work went into laying a houseful of hardwoods. I don't want to risk ruining them. ETA: I use vinegar and water and a big ol shop mop. It's heavy, but it does the job. I don't mop all that often. I'm more of a vacuum it frequently and spot clean in between kind of girl. I'm wanting to get a steam mop but don't even know where to start. I know there are so many. I think one of my top features is being able to adjust the steam - light cleaning to heavy cleaning. Our house is a mix of floors - older wood that need refinished but aren't "bare", peel'n stick tile, laminate. Anyone have one they'd recommend? Or avoid? I'm hoping to find one under $100 but don't know if it's possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naturally Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share Posted January 2, 2013 I don't think I'd get a steam mop. The peel and stick tile would scare me, and I've read many many things that say not to use one on real wood floors. The steam forces between the cracks and swells the wood over time. I would be especially worried if it was older wood and more so that its needing refinishing in spots. That's just my opinion, I know a lot of people love them, and I was seriously considering one. But we built our home ourselves (physically built it, not paid someone) and I know how much work went into laying a houseful of hardwoods. I don't want to risk ruining them. ETA: I use vinegar and water and a big ol shop mop. It's heavy, but it does the job. I don't mop all that often. I'm more of a vacuum it frequently and spot clean in between kind of girl. I am starting to lean this way. If you have all hardwood, what type of vacuum do you have? All I have is a broom and swiffer stuff. I just don't feel it gets clean enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2pandc Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 I have a Dyson, but I've had others too. I just bought a minwax microfiber mop for in between spot cleanings. I've used the minwax hardwood floor cleaner before and liked that, but I haven't tried the mop yet. With a dog and two kids, I doubt my floor will ever be clean. Lol. The dog hair is unbelievable from one dog no matter how much I vacuum. We also live in the middle of a woods, so dirt and dust are imminent. I generally use a washcloth for the "spots" as I see them, otherwise, I've just decided even if they look dusty, carpet must surely be dirtier since dust and dirt gets down in the fibers where you can't see it :). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reya Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 I don't think I'd get a steam mop. The peel and stick tile would scare me, and I've read many many things that say not to use one on real wood floors. The steam forces between the cracks and swells the wood over time. I would be especially worried if it was older wood and more so that its needing refinishing in spots. That's just my opinion, I know a lot of people love them, and I was seriously considering one. But we built our home ourselves (physically built it, not paid someone) and I know how much work went into laying a houseful of hardwoods. I don't want to risk ruining them. ETA: I use vinegar and water and a big ol shop mop. It's heavy, but it does the job. I don't mop all that often. I'm more of a vacuum it frequently and spot clean in between kind of girl. Vinegar and water would be a bigger problem than the steam on wood. Steam mops aren't highly pressurized or anything. Older wood is actually better than newer prefinished because the seal is applied in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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