What is a steam mop? Customer feedback, shaking myths

"Oh, how many wonderful discoveries we are preparing for the enlightenment of the century ...". However, we are not talking about Pushkin at all, but about a new device for the house, which makes it easier to clean the premises. In this article we will consider what a steam mop represents. Feedback from customers about it is not entirely positive, even more negative, but is it worth it to be so categorical?

"Lazy" steam

So, the mop, in the common people "lazy", is nothing but a banal T-shaped stick, on which they put on a rag designed for washing the floor. Hands, it is certainly safer and cleaner, but with the help of an old device, it is definitely easier. And what does "steam" mean? It is here that lies the highlight that allows you to realize all the power and charm of progress. The designers connected a mop and ... boiling water. Not quite boiling water washes the floor, of course, but something strongly to this approximate.

So what is a steam mop? Feedback and expert opinion is unequivocal - an eco-friendly and practical device for cleaning flat surfaces.

Operating principle

In a small closed tank, placed on the handle of the device, boils water, turning (according to the laws of physics) into hot steam. It is in this state that it is fed to a mop rag. As a result, you wash the floor without using chemicals, and you get an excellent result, because hot water (even if its condition at that time is very arbitrary) has the ability to dissolve fats and kill germs. The properties of a hot couple are fantastic. That's it is the characteristics of a steam mop.

Customer feedback on this matter, however, is not so rosy. Is it strange? Perhaps, and yet it is. And the reason is banal. Those who promote new items on the market, slightly overdo it with the advertising PR campaign. As a result, consumers are misled by many points.

Advertising myth number 1

For example, in advertising brochures the ability of the device to collect spilled liquid is claimed. However, only an ordinary rag will be able to cope with such a problem at the proper level. After all, there is no reservoir for collecting water. Although, in fairness, it must be said that in the product lines of some large companies for the production of household appliances, steam cleaners have already appeared, capable of simultaneously removing dirt and collecting the remaining liquid. In particular, the company "Kercher" offers for sale the model Karcher SV 1902 - this is a washing vacuum cleaner, and a steam mop. The feedback of consumers who have experienced this unit in operation are excellent: from the shortcomings it can be noted only cumbersomeness.

Myth number 2

The next myth created by advertisers is the ability to collect dirt, wool and other garbage. There is a shred of truth in this statement. Passing on any surface with a damp cloth, we can collect garbage, but not all, but in part. For example, we clean the kitchen table after dinner with a wet napkin, but the crumbs that gathered around it are poured into our hands. Also the situation is with the device under consideration. If you want to wipe the floor to shine, then you need to collect dirt and small crumbs in advance. Then the result will be excellent. But after a preliminary collection of garbage with such a task, a normal mop will perfectly handle.

Myth number 3

Exactly the same situation with regard to the spots, which the unit, according to advertisers, is able to clean. If something has been spilled on the carpet that can not leave spots, but requires only cleaning with a damp rag (kefir, soup, etc.), then it will certainly help you. But to wipe off stains from dyeing liquids (tea, coffee, wine, etc.) will be very difficult.

So, what have we come to? In principle, to what is known for a long time: to believe is good, but to think is better. Before you trust the sales people, think about it, remember what you learned in school. Banal knowledge of physics and chemistry will help you to separate the seeds from the chaff.

Claims

The next claim, made by buyers to sellers, is the stickiness of the devices. Those who have already purchased units, claim in one voice about the too fragile appearance. The answer to this statement is simple to indecency: demand creates supply. As a result, a large number of counterfeits appeared on the market, bribing with cheapness, but not meeting any standards. Here you can give only one piece of advice: trust trusted suppliers. And remember: miser pays twice!

Reality

Now consider the models that are most in demand. The most popular, thanks to the teleshop, was a steam mop H2O Mop X5. If you treat the purchase adequately, that is, do not expect from it what it, in principle, is not capable of, you can safely say that the device is a perfect combination of price, quality and design. A stylish device that, if necessary, separates the heating tank with water (steam generator) and clean it on other surfaces (for example, a sink or a window sill).

Ideal windows and floor

By the way, window seams are the "hobby" of these units. White plastic windows look completely unattractive, when in the corners and joints there is a black coating, dirt. The steam generator will cope with this without difficulty. You will just have to collect a dirty puddle with a dry clean rag. It is also easy for the unit to clean the glass itself. Without chemistry and rubbing, you can easily achieve a fantastic shine, and the H2O Mop steam mop will help you in this.

Customer feedback, analyzed by us, is very diverse. But the main reason for the appearance of unflattering comments, full of indignation and indignation, lies in the inadequate perception of the most common device. He is not capable of miracles! Unless the hostess herself is a sorceress. The device is compact and ideal for cleaning small rooms.

If you have a large family, small children, but in addition also shaggy pets, it is better to give preference to powerful units. However, if all households are accustomed to the observance of order, then for easy cleaning an apartment a steam mop is ideal.

For the sake of justice I would like to say something else. Many steam generators produced by venerable producers are equipped with steam mops. Visually, this device resembles a vacuum cleaner, but it does not suck, but treats the floor with steam and rubs it with a rag. Due to this mechanism of operation, the surface acquires an ideal appearance - without divorce and smudges.

Ecological and economical

Let us recall the positive aspects. During cleaning, you do not use chemicals (they simply do not need) - this time, the procedure requires a small amount of water - two. But here there is one nuance. Despite the statements of manufacturers, simple tap water for these units is not suitable. They very quickly fail. Use only distilled water. Especially since its consumption is not so great, and it will not hurt you to afford it.