steam-cleaning

Hot vapor purification

Steam-cleaning is a method of cleaning that uses hot steam to loosen dirt, sanitize surfaces, and remove stains—commonly applied to carpets, upholstery, and hard floors.

The heat kills bacteria and dissolves grime without harsh chemicals: We're having the carpets steam-cleaned before the move.

As a verb, steam-clean follows the same pattern: I steam-cleaned the couch cushions.

method

pressurized

Held at elevated atmospheric force

  • nozzleFlow-directing pipe fitting
  • wandThin ceremonial stick
  • vaporGaseous form of liquid

extraction · sanitizing · degreasing · detailing · jet · hose · tank · reservoir · trigger · attachment

surfaces

carpet

Thick floor textile

hardwood · laminate · mattress · curtains · drapes · oven · stovetop · countertop · bathroom · shower

hygiene

sanitize

Cleanse of pathogens

mold · mildew · odor · chemical-free · eco-friendly · hypoallergenic · residue-free · germ · pathogen · deodorize

professional

service

Aid or maintenance

appointment · equipment · restoration · janitorial · crew · certification · franchise · estimate · scheduling · warranty

Opposites
cleaning method moisture level

steam-cleaningdry cleaning

Solvent-based fabric care

dry brushing · dusting

cleaning intensity/thoroughness

steam-cleaningspot cleaning

Treating individual stains

neglecting · soiling · dirtying · contaminating

cleaning mechanism

steam-cleaningbleaching

Chemical color removal

acid washing

Family

steam, clean, steams, steamed, steaming, steamer, steamers, steamy, cleans

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G