50+ Ways to Use a Steam Cleaner to Deep Clean Your House
A steam cleaner is a great tool for deep cleaning all sorts of spots in your home. Here’s a quick list of more than 50 ways to use a steam cleaner to get you started!
I love finding new tools that help me deep clean all of the various nooks and crevices in my home more quickly and easily. A steam cleaner is one of my favorite tools for a really good clean with minimal effort!
So, today, let’s take a little deep dive into how to use a steam cleaner to deep clean your home. And, if you need help seeing just how useful it can be, I’m also sharing more than 50 ways to use a steam cleaner around your house!
My Favorite Steam Cleaners for Deep Cleaning Your Home
I have two steam cleaners. One for bigger, more in-depth jobs, and a smaller one for a really quick clean.
- This Wagner steam cleaner is great for the big jobs. It can clean floors (I love using it in the bathroom!) and has a longer run time. If I’m doing a big cleaning session, this is the perfect one to pull out.
- The Bissell Steam Shot is perfect for a small, quick job. It’s handheld and really lightweight, and is better for when I’m not doing something like the entire bathroom. It’s also really good for things like grout lines, since it’s smaller and easier to maneuver!
If I could only keep one of them, I’d keep the Wagner one. It’s more versatile and can do more, which makes it my choice if you’re only going to have one! But, if you just want to try a steam cleaner out without a big financial commitment, the Steam Shot is a great (and really affordable) choice.
50+ Ways to Use a Steam Cleaner
Now let’s get into the fun part – what the heck do you do with the steam cleaner? You might be surprised at how much the steam cleaner can take care of for you. Here are 50 things you can clean with your steam cleaner.
In the Kitchen
The kitchen is one of the top places to use your steam cleaner. It’s full of all sorts of nooks and crannies that can get disgusting, so a deep clean can be really helpful. You can use your steam cleaner in the kitchen to clean….
- Stovetops
- The inside of the oven (it’s great for removing grease!)
- Your sink
- The fridge
- Your tile backsplash
- The inside of your cabinets & drawers
- The microwave
- Dishwasher and any other kitchen appliances
- The counters (especially those corners with stuck-on residue and grime!)
- High chairs or other baby/toddler supplies
- Inside the range hood
- Coffee maker exterior and drip tray
- Air fryer basket
- Inside the pantry shelves
- Pet bowls and feeding mats
- Area under the sink
In the Bathroom
This is probably the place I use my steam cleaner the most. In fact, I can clean my entire bathroom from top to bottom with just the steamer! I love that it doesn’t require any harsh chemicals – just some good ol’ fashioned water. It’s a great way to deal with all the germs and grossness in a bathroom. You can clean the following in your bathroom with the steam cleaner:
- Your shower and tub
- Faucets
- The floor around the toilet
- The entire toilet (seriously, just get in there and get every inch of it!)
- Bathroom sinks (don’t forget to deep clean that drain area!)
- The floor
- Shower door tracks
- Grout lines on the walls and floor
- Shower curtain liner
- Soap dishes and toothbrush holders
In Bedrooms (& Other Living Areas)
The kitchen and bathroom are, obviously, the areas most of us think of first when it comes to steam cleaning. But, a steam cleaner can be used in a lot of other places around the house. Here’s a quick list of things you can clean in the various living areas of your home:
- Use it to sanitize kid toys
- Clean the mattress and pillows (great for getting rid of dust mites and germs!)
- Steam the curtains and other upholstery (great way to remove wrinkles!)
- Some steam cleaners (including the Wagner one) have brush attachments to allow you to clean carpet and area rugs
- Plastic bins and organizers
- Throw pillows
- Upholstered head boards and bed frames
- Nightstands and dresser drawers
- Pet beds
- Shoe racks
Other Areas Around the House
There are some things that are in every room of your house (light switches!!!) that can be cleaned with the steam cleaner. Here’s a quick list of things to consider using it on:
- Light switches
- Door knobs
- Trash cans
- The grill
- Your washing machine
- Outdoor furniture
- Baseboards
- Window tracks
- Blinds
- Car seats & strollers
- Inside of your car
- Remote controls
- Video game controllers
- Dirty air vents
- Changing tables
- Pet crates / litter boxes
- Dog leashes and collars
- Sports gear
- Mudroom mats
- Hand rails / stair banisters
- Outdoor trash cans
A Few Things You Shouldn’t Steam Clean
Of course, we can’t talk about all the ways to use a steam cleaner without touching on the things you should absolutely NOT use it on! High heat and steam isn’t good for everything. So, here are a few things you should avoid:
- Unsealed hardwood
- Delicate antiques
- Waxed surfaces
- Paper items (lampshades, etc.)
- Silk or velvet fabrics
- Electronics screens
A steam cleaner is one of the most versatile tools you can have in your home. It can make some of the most annoying cleaning tasks feel less overwhelming, and it’s great for removing debris, dirt, germs, odors, and allergens from your home without a ton of scrubbing!