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Handheld steamer
in Green Living
Hi! I currently use the shark steam mop on my tile floor but it doesn't seem to do the job on the grout. I was thinking of getting the handheld version since the steam is more concentrated. Anyone have luck with cleaning grout this way or have another hand held steamer suggestion? TIA
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Re: Handheld steamer
Sorry to say, but I really don't think steam mops OR handhelds are any substitute for the hands and knees with a scrub brush method.
I have the Shark handheld. It's okay, but you have to hold the trigger down to generate steam, which ends up getting heavy/ tiring after awhile. I also find myself touching up afterwards because it doesn't fix hard water marks around the sink, etc.
Thanks! I kinda thought that may be the case. Any cleanser suggestions? baking soda?
Yes, I think baking soda and a bit of dish soap in water would be a good start. I've added bleach to the mixture in desperation before, but in that case, the grout was in poor enough condition I ended up re-grouting entirely.
I'd also recommend a brush with fairly stiff bristles. I've used old toothbrushes in the past, but stronger brushes do a better job. Something like this:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00832823000P?blockNo=8&blockType=G8&prdNo=8&i_cntr=1304370775173