What is a steam generator for?

Recently, more and more new household devices have appeared that make cleaning at home much easier. One of them is a steam generator, but not everyone yet knows what it is and what it is needed for. Meanwhile, with such a unit at home, you can save a huge amount of time and effort, which is more pleasant to spend with your family than to spend on cleaning.

So what is it? This is an electronic device designed for ironing and cleaning various surfaces. The principle of its operation is simple: water is poured inside and, falling on the heating element, turns into steam, which, through pressure, moves through the hose to the iron itself.

Types of steam generators

The choice of such a device is complicated by the variety of models available in stores. They all have different characteristics and are different from each other. In order not to make a mistake with your choice and choose the ideal steam generator that will suit you in all respects, let’s take a closer look at what they are.

Kinds:

• for clothes;
• for cleaning;
• professional steam generator;

The first model is capable of completely replacing an iron. In addition, it handles ironing much better than a regular iron. You can also iron curtains, wash windows or upholstered furniture.The cleaning unit is most often used in commercial organizations - it is the same ordinary vacuum cleaner, but inside it does not have a dust bag, but a special device that produces steam.

The professional model combines the functions of the first two, but it can rarely be found in someone’s home due to its high cost and too wide functionality, which is unlikely to be needed in ordinary household conditions.

How to use a steam generator

The main argument in favor of a steam generator over ordinary household appliances is its certain versatility.

Here are some features of this device:

• Very high-quality ironing of things, complemented by disinfection. This is the main ability of the steam generator, which is used by almost all its owners. It successfully handles all types of fabrics without leaving marks, smoothing out wrinkles and without damaging the fabric. If you have a lot of delicate items, it is possible to purchase an additional attachment, then the clothes will definitely remain in order.
• Elimination of unpleasant odors, disinfection. This can be useful if something cannot be washed or it is too labor-intensive a process that can only be repeated at long intervals.
• Cleaning carpets or upholstered furniture. Now you don’t have to contact a cleaning agency to clean your favorite sofa or carpet in the living room. With the help of a steam generator, you can easily cope with all these tasks yourself, saving time.

• Cleaning any hard surface - your floor will always be clean with minimal effort. Dirt, plaque or dust is removed in a matter of minutes.

Advantages of a steam generator

We have listed the main functions of this device.If you haven't made your choice yet, let's name the advantages.

The steam generator significantly saves your time on cleaning. It is also capable of cleaning various surfaces without the use of additional detergents. Able to cope with the coarsest and draped fabrics, smoothing out all the folds. Neutralizes unpleasant odors, disinfecting things and without damaging their structure.

You can even clean windows with this device. Steam generators are very often used in various organizations, so your apartment, cleaned with the help of this professional unit, will be ideal in all respects of cleanliness.

IMPORTANT! When choosing a household appliance, pay attention to several parameters: power, dimensions, volume of the water tank. The last point will be especially important, because the level of comfort during use depends on it. A compartment that is too small means that you have to constantly add water during cleaning. Thus, both convenience and time savings are negated. Be careful!

Now you know what a steam generator is, why it is needed and what you should pay attention to when choosing a model.