Can I Use a Steam Cleaner on Bamboo Floors?
Steam cleaners use heated water to clean flooring surfaces with no need for cleaning products. Bamboo flooring materials are sustainable and durable. But using the two together may not be a good idea, possibly ruining the beauty and durability of the floor. Does this Spark an idea?
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Steam Cleaner Recommendations
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Steam cleaner manufacturers recommend using their products on sealed flooring surfaces such as linoleum, stone, ceramic and sealed hardwood floors. They do not recommend using a steam cleaner on unsealed flooring. Instead of addressing if you can use a steam cleaner on bamboo flooring, the companies sometimes recommend contacting the bamboo flooring manufacturer for advice.
Bamboo Flooring Recommendations
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Bamboo flooring manufacturers recommend primarily cleaning the floor with a dry dust mop and vacuum. For residue removal, you can use a soft damp cloth to scrub the flooring. On tough stains, the manufacturer may suggest using a hardwood floor cleaner. Some manufacturers specifically warm against using a steam cleaner on its bamboo flooring.
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Warnings
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Whether you can use a steam cleaner on bamboo flooring may depend on the specific flooring, but in general, bamboo flooring manufacturers recommend against using excessive amounts of water on the flooring. Steam cleaning may damage the flooring by causing it to swell, especially when used repeatedly to clean the floor.
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