Steam for Cleaning?
Yes!
Steam for Cleaning – and no we’re not talking about shampooing carpet. We’re
talking about the revolutionary power of steam and how its cleaning is being
used in more and more ways! The French Chamber Maid is proud to offer it in a
variety of our services, but first, let us tell you more about it and why our
clients are making this switch!
What is Steam Cleaning?
Of course this is your first question. It’s not a
vacuum. It’s not a shampooer. It’s not a chemical. It’s actually an odor free vapor
system that uses a small amount of water and a little electricity to sanitize,
clean, and even deodorize a multitude of surfaces (especially floors)
eliminating 99.9% of germs, bacteria, mold, allergens, stains, and even dust
mites – hard to get rid of things that contaminate your home’s environment and
make you sick.
How does Steam Cleaning work?
Steam cleaning uses water only – absolutely no
chemicals – making it a safe choice in any home, especially if you have children
and/or pets! It internally heats the water to vapour state (about 248 degrees Fahrenheit)
then steam is released through a microfiber pad/cloth that is used to trap and
remove dirt, dust, and stains that is loosened during the application of the
steam.
What are the benefits of Steam Cleaning?
Aside from the extreme sanitation you get from
using steam as your cleaning agent (kills 99.9% of molds, bacteria, germs, and
allergens...wait, have we said this already?), steam cleaning also helps restores
natural shine to surfaces. And, because it is a vapor, your floors and surfaces
dry in about a minute...which is fantastic on hardwoods because it greatly
reduced water saturation that regular mopping leaves behind that can strip and
warp woods. It uses absolutely no
chemicals at all so it leaves behind no airborne odors, toxins, or left over (streaky)
residues that can be harmful to our skin, lungs, pets – and of course surfaces.
And, there’s never anything to throw away! No empty contaminated bottles going
to landfills leaking into our water table and ultimately finding its way back
into our homes and bodies.
How does it help with allergies?
Because the steam is in excess of 180 degrees Fahrenheit,
it is able to penetrate the pores of any surface thoroughly, killing bacteria,
mites, and even fleas! The microfiber pad removes dust, dirt, and grime – the
dust and allergens are not flung into the air by a feather duster or left
behind on surfaces, resettling and just waiting to wreak havoc on your
allergies. Because steam is powered by regular water, you are introducing no
new chemicals or odors into your home that may trigger an allergy attack and
additionally it will remove previous residues left from previously used
chemicals and products. If you suffer from chemical sensitivity and don’t want
to compromise on your desired level of sanitary living – then this what you’re
looking for.
What can Steam Cleaning be used on?
It can be used on any surface that is not heat
sensitive. It has a 99.9% sanitation guarantee by the manufacture. We recommend
our steam cleaning to be used and concentrated on the floors and counters for
starters – but it can also be used on blinds, furniture, glass, clothing, and
more!
Why haven’t I heard of this until now?
We are so use to grabbing for the bleach to clean
the bathroom that we don’t really think about other alternatives – we are of
the mind-set that “hey it’s what my mother used so it has to be the best choice”
that we forget that technology changes! Bleach is a poison. It’s toxic and
exposure can lead to poisoning. We use it on surfaces to make sure its “clean”
and why? Because it kills everything? Yes. It kills everything, so what does
that mean it does to us? Especially after years of continued use? And why use
bleach when you can use steam, which delivers the same sanitation, kills the
same things, yet without the hazards?
Overall...
At the end of the day, chemicals are designed to
kill. Steam is designed to sanitize. Which would you chose? To us, the choice
was simple, which is why The French Chamber Maid is working even harder than
ever to go in a safer, cleaner, GREENER direction for you and with the power of
steam and the help of all organic products. It does a better job to protect
you, your home, your pets, even the environment – and that to us is always
worth the effort! Can other maids say that?