Steam mops easily kill bacteria and remove grime that builds up on your floor and is significantly easier to use than a traditional mop. Of course, regular maintenance and preventative care are necessary to maintain a steam mop functioning as effectively as possible, just like with other machines or appliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the water tank on your steam mop starts to develop a cloudy appearance or the steam output decreases, descaling your steam mop will most likely prevent it from becoming clogged. Descaling your steam mop<\/a> can also improve functionality overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This article will teach you how to descale a steam mop using six easy steps. It also explores some helpful pro tips that will keep your steam mops running smoothly for a long time to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With steam mops, mineral deposits in your tap water can easily adhere to the internal surfaces of the water tank and the spray nozzle. These hard water minerals and limescale can build up inside your steam cleaner and leave a cloudy residue. They can also clog the spray tips leading to poor steam production, and coat the heating elements of steam cleaners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n @SharkCleaning<\/a> My shark steam mop heats up but does not steam is there a way to unclog the steam?<\/p>— ed_roche (@eproche) May 16, 2015<\/a><\/blockquote>Why Should You Descale Your Steam Mop?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n