Steam cleaner (steam generator)

[Mesuri]

Mesuri,
I also have such a steam cleaner, but I'm afraid of it - I've only used it once. And then you wash them?

Well, everything is clear, it's hot outside, no one hovers (and Vilimo does not read)

When moving, I used the Kitfort steam cleaner wherever possible! From the previous owners, the doors were moldy - laundered. In the bathroom and in the kitchen, I additionally used household chemicals, there were already very greasy and old stains. The spouse decided to test the steam cleaner and approved the purchase, only said that it was necessary to take a large model, and not a jug

I read that you must first vacuum and then clean. I did it myself, and now I thought: maybe this is an extra function?

Alenka, do you vacuum before cleaning the floor? or at least you sweep? Some do wet cleaning immediately, without first collecting dirt. Personally, I think that if you don't sweep or vacuum at first, the quality of cleaning starts to "lame", that is, you just smear the dirt. But this does not mean that I always do this, sometimes I just get by with a damp mop-sponge. It's the same with the steam engine. It's a matter of personal preference and various circumstances, but if you pre-vacuum it, then it certainly won't be worse.

[Galina]

Galina, before I had no thoughts to violate the technology of cleaning with a steam cleaner. I even specially bought a vertical vacuum cleaner to speed up the process (to interrupt before buying a robot). But after buying a set for washing the floor with a spin, I personally began to like for express cleaning not to carry a vacuum cleaner, but to collect large garbage. to throw it in a scoop with a couple of movements, and then wash. The vacuum cleaner is often in the corner (it's good that you didn't throw out the broom). So such a crazy thought has visited ...
All from lack of time .....

I had a small jug, no one in the subject even mentioned this Energia company. I bought in Auchan at a discount. It worked, stopped, the button stuck and there was no steam, apparently it worked, but I know how convenient it is to have software. That is, there is the first experience. You get used to good things, and I went to look for information on the forum what i need already meaningful.

And I wanted everything at once and for little money. 2 in one .. Both software and PG in one model .. By 120 pages I had a clear desire for what I want. Karcher 1020. We save money for the rest. I ordered, went, brought (to the Karcher center) But postponed the tests for today. Then I finished reading already having software. I didn't try it only because cooking, dinner, everyone would come (and the experiment would drag on, I was sure of that).
Now I have read EVERYTHING to the last page and will go to experiment to the fullest (with fanaticism, until the evening)

THANKS TO ALL WHO LEAVE POSTS IN THIS TOPIC

[Volume]

Volume, congratulations on your assistant! Let it serve long and faithfully!
And now you here. Because you have to love yourself, and fanaticism in cleaning is not welcome. 15 minutes a day. All.

[Volume]

Volume, congratulations on a very useful purchase! With the passage of time, you begin to realize which devices were really needed in the household, and which ones we bought succumbing to a momentary impulse. Here is a steam generator in my first category!

Thank you girls for the congratulations! : girl_curtsey: How great it is! Well, what can I say, you yourself know everything. And it was clean and where is so much dirt? : girl_in_dreams: Such a jet of steam, there's nothing to compare with a jug! Now software for me is also like a dishwasher - an essential thing. When I bought a dishwasher, thanks to the forum, I was so happy !!!!!! And now the same feeling. Here I sit, tired and happy.
Galya follow the link, thanks.I do not understand everything at once, I went in and read (I am in the bushes) but today is the first day of approbation of the acquisition and I ......... broke away. And tomorrow the windows (little by little, boring and slow) and I will still be happy: yahoo: I bought a window attachment.
For some reason, there were no round nozzles on sale. Girls, are these attachments suitable for all karchers? Or does each model have its own? The store had a set with 4 round nozzles, but the seller said that it was not for my model.
Alyonka thanks! I read, yes ..... it's a shame ..... I understand (she is the same).

[Volume]

Volume, Can we torture you with questions?
so which Karcher did you buy? And what is really much better than a jug? I tuned in to Coatronic and, moreover, to a small one. because they say that the pain is too lazy to pull out often.

The store had a set with 4 round nozzles

Kit with 4 round nozzles - 2 red and 2 black? They fit the Karcher 1020.

[Mirabel]

Mirabel,
Vika, on mature thought and experience of using a jug, I would now buy a large one. The difference (the main lazy one in what? For me personally) is too lazy to pull out (probably the same as the vacuum cleaner), but it is convenient for them to "work"! but the small one also needs to be pulled out (in my little wardrobe-closet in a box), yes, the small one, takes up little space, it costs itself neatly on the shelf, but use ... the finger / hand hurts, the small one is good for little things, but just like that, to go through the whole kitchen, for example, and water must be poured several times, and it is on weight, the hand leaves after 3 fillings for several days.

Girls, and I'm too lazy to pull out the vacuum cleaner!

[gala10]

gala10, Gal. that's what I mean.But the most difficult thing here is to mentally prepare for this business (I happen to be going for a week), and get 2 minutes, vacuum the ENTIRE apartment with sofas and walls ... well, maybe half an hour

painful laziness to pull out often

It really is. BUT! For what purposes is a steam cleaner needed? If cleaning windows / mirrors, floors, tiles, carpets, etc., a large one is preferable. And the small one is convenient for small things, such as steaming a small thing, steaming a countertop, washing a small spontaneously arisen dirt, washing a microwave oven, refrigerator, hood separately... At such moments (for little things), it's big to get lazy, and small is very relevant.

[Mannyash]

separately

Yes Yes, Mannyash, the main thing is highlighted

... to wash a small spontaneously arisen dirt, wash the microwave oven, refrigerator, extractor hood separately.

ABOUT! It is necessary to wash the hood! Thank you, reminded ...

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Tom, can I torture you with questions?
For me personally, Karcher1020 has become a lifesaver. And I realized this now when I started working for them. Why? Yes, because I have problems with my arm (tunnel syndrome), I get tired quickly, pain in my right arm. But there is so much to do in a day! And the jug was just an extra strain for me (the weight of the jug + water and all this on an outstretched hand). And yesterday I managed to clear so much and there was no pain. It is convenient to fill in water and it works 45 MINUTES. And wait for the second readiness of the filling is not long.
In general, I am glad that I came here and started reading from page 1, although it’s a long time, but I gained some wisdom and made the right choice for myself.
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I can't say anything about the clathronic.

The boys in the store explained everything, showed it in action. The tips were exactly 2 red, and 2 either green or black. They said they don't fit yours (maybe they put it off for someone) I will keep watch, because one round nozzle will obviously not be enough.

I will be on guard, because one round nozzle will obviously not be enough.

The two colors of the attachments are very convenient so as not to be confused. For example, red for the kitchen, black for the toilet. And if you polish the tile seams diligently, then this round brush quickly loses its shape. So you need spare ones.

And I am afraid that a very powerful one can tear the seams between the tiles and burn me. Because ethneo is only me, who will wield it. Small is not so traumatic.

that very powerful can tear the seams between the tiles and burn me

No, it won't burn or tear. He's not that powerful.

Vika! Look at the Karcher website how they work. It is not traumatic if you follow the precautions. I haven't washed the tiles yet, I can't say anything, but somewhere before the girls discussed this topic.

I constantly wash the tiles with Karcher. It didn't even occur to me that this could happen.

[Vika]

Vika, for large software, the pressure level is regulated. If you are afraid, you can work with little pressure.

[Mirabel]

Mirabel, it all depends solely on your cleaning preferences. I personally will not learn to "feyachit" by the rules. Therefore, a big one is just right for me: clean the carpet, a sofa with an armchair, sometimes steam the stove, and whatever else comes to hand. The windows are also somehow more convenient for me to wash together, and not one by one. (Although I understand intellectually that this is not correct). And decent fairies do everything gradually, not by raid. They can probably do with the little ones (if the carpets are not cleaned, etc.)

And decent fairies do everything gradually, not by raid. They probably can get along with the little ones

I try very hard to be a "decent fairy", though I don't always succeed ... but I can't imagine how I would manage without normal software (not a jug). Although not so long ago I got it. For example, how can you wash a ventilation grill located under the ceiling, and even above the cabinet, using a jug. It's still necessary to get there somehow. And Karcher has extension tubes. And that's it!

[Galina]

Galina, the experiment was carried out. not consciously, but instructive. Urgently for the arrival of the guests it was necessary to put things in order (well, no fairy from me). I asked my husband to vacuum the carpet with the floor for further cleaning of the carpet and mopping. apparently the carpet was not vacuumed well. When cleaning, some kind of fine debris and sand moved along the carpet from place to place. I had to sweep it away later. Now it is definitely clear that you need to vacuum clean before cleaning, so as not to do double work

[Alenka212]

Alenka212, thanks for the report. Here's another: how to wash a carpet with a jug? In my opinion, this is unrealistic.

how to wash a carpet with a jug

There are happy people who live without carpets ..... I dream of getting rid of, but my family is against it: they feel comfortable with him. And the cat carries there pieces, from which it is necessary to bite off ... But for now PG I have the main cleaner of carpet and upholstered furniture

Well, I just can't figure out how to clean upholstered furniture with it ... Something doesn't work out for me.

[Elena]

Elena, not all "pollution" you can clean the steam generator .... in other words, with its help you can only "blow off / remove" the dirt that is superficial. For example, crumbs from food, hair from animals, etc. If a stain is planted with a "felt-tip pen" or some kind of food, then with the PG "mutate" it will still be - it is easier to spray with a special anti-stain agent from above and after 30 seconds remove these stains ...

[* Anyuta *]

I cleaned the kitchen sofa (inside there is foam rubber, with a fabric covering on top), also upholstered furniture, office chairs - in my opinion, it refreshes a little, the tea stains turned pale. I will clean again
* Anyuta * , what specials. funds can be used?

may additionally use some kind of chemistry

So if you use all sorts of special means, then you will not need a gas generator!

[* Anyuta *]

* Anyuta * , that is, buy a regular stain remover and will that be enough? Apparently, I haven't played enough with the steam cleaner yet - I wash everything in the house with it

[Loremia]

Loremia, well, yes - the usual stain remover. There are such specials. spray cans used to clean car interiors - they are also used by sellers of outer (winter) clothing for cleaning sheepskin coats and down jackets. In this can is a foamy spray, which is applied for 30-40 seconds to the surface to be cleaned, and then the leftovers are simply erased with a cloth and that's it. I so "removed" the green felt-tip pen from the red chair - the result is simply excellent !!!!!

Thanks for the advice, I'll try!

Thanks everyone! decision is made. I no longer look in the direction of the jugs.
Now it remains to choose the brand and model. Only Karcher? Or will Klatronic go? Or something else is also ok if the readings are normal.
Offers and promotions are constantly being emailed, but the manufacturers on this form were not discussed and it is alarming.

I'm happy with my Kitfort.

Olga VB, please tell me how much water is in the tank? I have a work front: carpet 2 by 3 and floors (room and kitchen). How many times will you have to refuel? And how long does it take for the steam to cool down if re-pouring is required? I want to buy Kitfort, but I'm not sure yet with the model: 904 + jug or 903

[diana7dg]

diana7dg, are you satisfied with your jug? Is his 3 bar enough for work? Or is it better to buy 904 and buy additional attachments for it? I would like to know your opinion

I am happy with Kitfort 906, but I would have bought more 905. Because it cools down quickly and one fill is not enough for me. Buy the second while finances do not allow

[Loremia]

Loremia, thanks for your reply. Please tell me how long you have been using your jug ​​and in what condition are its brushes during use?

I have 750 ml.
The carpet has long since turned aside, so I don't know how it is cleaned.
And enough ... it depends on the degree of pollution, that is, 1 time and it is necessary to carry it back and forth quickly or.
Therefore, the first couple of times I refueled 3 times, and later one refueling is enough for the floors in a 2-room apartment + toilet and bathroom.
There is a short wait between gas stations, just rinse a rag, prepare the next front of work (move-clean everything that occupies the floor).
Still nra that compact.

[Olga VB]

Olga VB, thank you for quick answer! I'll think...

I use it for 2 months, but very intensively. When moving the soap, probably absolutely everything, except for the floor and ceiling The brushes got dirty, of course, the nylon brushes washed off the grease without any problems.

[Loremia]

Loremia, Thank you! Olga VB, I'm sorry, the question arose, how does he move, does he have wheels?

And there are wheels, and the handle is comfortable, and the hose is long, and the extension tubes 2, and it is not heavy itself, only the wire is short.

[Olga VB]

Olga VB,

[Olga VB]

Olga VB, something I did not understand, you have the 904th Kitenok? Something I didn't see wheels in it