How to Steam Clean Clothes With a Washer

Clean your clothes with a steam washer to remove wrinkles and tough stains. Steam washers offer an alternative cleaning method using higher heat and less water than a regular wash cycle. Some washers offer a steam-only option, while others utilize steam in addition to the normal wash.

Things You'll Need

• Laundry detergent

Instructions

1. Sort your clothes by color. Steam clean whites, light colors and durable fabrics. The steam's high heat is not ideal for dark, colored or delicate items.

2. Add your clothes to the washer and close the door. Add measured laundry detergent to the compartment if desired. This may be located on the top of the washer. High efficiency detergent is recommended for front-loading washers.

3. Turn on the washer and select a steam wash option. Some washers have a steam-only option, while others have steam in addition to a normal wash. The steam-only wash does not require detergent, and the running time is shorter than a regular wash cycle.

4. When the clothes are finished, remove them from the washer and hang them to dry or run them through a dryer cycle.

References

• LG Steam Washer Manual
• Whirlpool Duet Steam Washer Manual