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Steam cleaning is a completely safe method of cleaning a slate floor. It also sterilizes it from bacteria and removes stains.
No, no no. Steam cleaners put way to much moisture onto floors regardless of what their ads claim. Nearly all manufactures exclude damage caused by them.
Under no circumstances should a steam cleaning devise be used on a hardwood or laminate floor! Steam is essentially hot water. Water will damage your beautiful wood flooring. Consumers should contact their flooring manufacturer for safe cleaning methods and products.
Yes, you can use Clorox to clean porcelain tile, but it should be diluted properly to avoid damaging the tile or grout. A mixture of one part bleach to ten parts water is generally safe for cleaning. Always ensure the area is well-ventilated and test a small, inconspicuous area first. Avoid using bleach on colored grout, as it can cause discoloration.
No! Under no condition should a wood floor be steamed mopped! Wood is extremely prone to bubbling, swelling, and warping with exposure to water over time. There are products that state they are safe to use on "sealed" wood. The flaw in that statement is the idea that your entire floor is sealed. If your floor is a prefinished floor as most are today, each board came separate. As you staple/nail them into place there is a small space left. The tops of the board are polyurethaned but the sides are not. As the steam is pressed into those spaces your floor will be permanently damaged in time. A site finished floor where you have sanded bare wood and applied the polyurethane in your home has the same issue as above. Once the seasons change the boards begin to shrink in winter causing the polyurethaned to break in between each board. These spaces are not large and you many not be able to easily seem them while walking across. But these steam mops will allow water to make its way between the boards. Regardless what a product states, do not use these on your floor. Bruce, Armstrong, Hartco, Tarkett, and Thomasville all state they void warranties on a floor that has water damaged caused by seam mops. Please see attached link. NO! Hardwood can swell with the steam from the mop. Even if the top of the boards are polyurethaned the floor is still able to get wet. As your floor expands and contracts with the humidity in the air, polyurethane will have tiny cracks in between each board. This allows water to make it way onto the floor. No, a steam mop should never be used on a wood or laminate floor. The steam leaves to much water on the floor, even "sealed" wood flooring. Also, the humidity causes the wood to expand and then retract every time you use it. Wood and laminate manufactures void your warranty if you do use and damage your floor with a steam mop. Surely a manufacture knows their product best!
Ceramic tile grout cleaner is most certainly not safe to use around children as it will contain various harmful chemicals. It is better to look for a specific non-toxic grout cleaner instead.
Where can I find information about steam cleaning tile? I have Italian ceramic tile in my entryway and I'm not sure if it's safe to steam clean it.
Grout should dry for at least 24 hours before it is safe to walk on.
Yes, ceramic plates are generally oven safe for use. However, it is important to check the specific instructions and recommendations provided by the manufacturer to ensure safe usage.
The best food-safe sealant for ceramic mugs is a non-toxic, FDA-approved epoxy resin sealant.
Research has shown that ceramic cookware is the safest amongst all the options available in the market.
It is not safe to use steam on wood furniture. The steam could stain the wood.
Yes, ceramic cups are generally microwave safe for heating beverages, but it's important to check if the cup is labeled as microwave safe and to avoid cups with metallic accents or decorations.
What do you mean by safe, for the environment, YES
The best way to remove grout from tile is to use a grout saw or a rotary tool with a grout removal attachment to carefully scrape away the old grout. Be sure to work slowly and methodically to avoid damaging the tile.
No, ceramic ware is not cheap if you want it to be microwave, diswasher, and oven safe. There are some cheap ceramic products but those usually contain toxic chemicals like lead.
Yes, there are food-safe ceramic repair kits available that can effectively repair ceramic chips. These kits typically contain non-toxic materials that are safe for use with food items. It is important to follow the instructions carefully to ensure a successful repair.