Areas In The Kitchen You Can Steam Clean

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A steam cleaner is a popular cleaning gadget that goes beyond use on your floors and upholstery. With your steam cleaning machine and some simple techniques, you can easily transform your kitchen maintenance routine. There are probably numerous things you never knew you could clean with a steamer. Steam works to eliminate grime and buildup on your kitchen surfaces, and it also gets rid of bacteria and germs that cause viruses. Many areas in your kitchen can be great candidates for steam cleaning, such as your oven, microwave, countertops, sink, faucet, backsplash, and even cabinetry.

Steam cleaning machines, like the BISSELL Steam Shot Omni, work by using only water, so there are no products or chemical cleaners necessary. The device heats water to around 200 to 300 degrees Fahrenheit inside a built-in boiler, then releases it as steam through pressure in a nozzle, wand, or brush attachment. Once the dirt is loosened on the surface, you can wipe it away with a microfiber towel (like these HOMEXCEL Microfiber Cleaning Cloths), or paper towel. Steam cleaners are also eco-friendly, so they are safe if you have children, pets, or any sensitivity to cleaning products.

Your kitchen's tile backsplash is a great place for steam cleaning since it is constantly picking up grease and dirt from cooking. Steam cleaning can work to break up stains and grime deep in your grout, helping to restore it to its original nice light color once more. You can also use your steamer to deep clean your kitchen countertops and disinfect them. It's important to note, however, that your countertops must be sealed if they're a porous material like granite, marble, or wood.

Steam cleaning machines are perfect to use on your oven and stovetop — true hotspots for stuck-on grease. The vapor from the steam helps to tackle and soften all of that residue on the door, along the top, and on the racks of your oven. The same goes for your microwave. Use the nozzle to target more caked on spots — the debris should lift away with a simple wipe, no scrubbing necessary. You can even use it to remove grease from your range hood, which, let's face it, probably doesn't get cleaned very often!

While you're disinfecting your surfaces using a steam cleaner, don't forget your sink and faucet. The drain and the nooks and crannies around the faucet can collect buildup. You'll be surprised how much gunk comes out of those little crevices when they are hit with your steamer. Finally, your cabinet doors can collect dust and dirt, but your steam cleaner can quickly solve that problem. Use the flathead attachment to gently steam the front of your cabinets and watch the dirt melt away.