Hard floors have remained fashionable for several years now, requiring mopping just as frequently as vacuuming. Stubborn stains and grime are far more noticeable on this type of flooring, given there are no carpet fibres to absorb them.
Steam mops offer superior hygiene compared to conventional mops, as the high-temperature water eliminates bacteria while cleaning. They also dry rapidly, making the whole floor-cleaning process somewhat more efficient.
Shark produces some of the best-selling steam mops currently available, and one of its models is presently discounted. The SteamSpot with Steam Blaster is available on Amazon for £69, reduced from £99.99, until August 7.
Steam Blaster Technology
The SteamSpot with Steam Blaster has similarly been cut to £69.99 on the Shark Ninja website, Argos and Currys. Featuring 'steam blaster tech', the appliance can tackle stubborn stains using water alone, with no need for additional cleaning products.
The SteamSpot with Steam Blaster also includes two Washable Dirt Grip Pads, which can be hand washed or put through the washing machine. Three cleaning settings are available: Low mode for light, swift clean-ups, Medium for day-to-day use, and High for thorough deep cleaning, reports Wales Online. The appliance boasts a detachable water tank and comes with a two-year guarantee.
Customer Reviews
The Shark SteamSpot with Steam Blaster has amassed more than 280 Amazon reviews, with 700 units purchased in the past month alone. One customer said: "This Steam Blaster is absolutely amazing. I thought my floors were pretty clean, but after using this, I was shocked at how much dirt it got up. It's a 5-star from me. Highly recommend."
Another buyer stated: "It's amazing, super easy to use! I didn't realise how much dirt was on my floors until I brought this; clearly, soap and water weren't enough. I will be using it daily! Super easy to put together. Fill up the detachable water bottle, and put it in the middle. Plug it in and away you go. It has 3 power settings, and you push the handle to spray more water on more stuck-on areas. The dirt on the pads I'm too ashamed to share, it's amazing, if you don't have one, get this one."
A third shopper added: "Used this after the floor had been cleaned with my old mop, and the amount of dirt that came up on the new mop pad was amazing. So easy to use, and it gets into the corners and close to the floor/wall edges. Also, a bonus is that the water tank is removable and easy to fill. Love it."
One customer awarded it three stars, observing that it failed to meet their expectations in terms of power, explaining: "It's not as powerful as I would like, though it does seem to clean the floor, but I don't know if it's just mopping or if it is actually steaming. The pad gets soaked quickly. I'm happy that I got it, but I think a cheaper one would be just as good."
A fifth reviewer praised the speed at which it heats up, writing: "Easy to handle. Quick heat-up and very happy with the end result. Like the Powersports of steam. I have saved on cleaning products I used to use with my mop."
A final customer remarked: "Really pleased with this, so easy to set up and quick to get to heat. Means I mop a lot more than previously, as a lot less hassle."
Alternative Options
For shoppers wishing to compare alternatives, there are other top-selling options worth considering. Vileda's Steam Mop Plus is another well-regarded choice, currently priced at £59.99, reduced from £74.99 on Amazon. The combination of hot steam and a microfibre pad promises to lift dirt and grease from hard floors.
Over at Debenhams, the Neo 10-in-1 Hot Steam Mop and Hand Steamer is currently reduced to £27.72, down from £67.99. It comes with ten attachments and a 30-second heat-up time.
