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Best Steam Cleaners For Bed Bugs
When choosing the right steam cleaner for bed bugs its not just about whether you want 4-bar, 6-bar or 8-bar pressure etc, it’s also about the volume of steam that is produced at that pressure. Pure Steam Cleaners are designed to produce the maximum volume of steam for their pressure rating. Also thier unique patented self descaling boilers stop the pipes and components clogging up like similar models meaning Pure Steam Cleaners continue to produce high volumes of steam for years to come.
What Problems Do Bed Bugs Have That Pure Steam Cleaners Can Fix?
Pure steam cleaners can be effective in addressing several problems related to bed bugs due to their high-temperature steam and moisture content. Here are some problems that pure steam cleaners can help fix when it comes to bed bug and other pest infestations:
Bed Bug Elimination:
Steam cleaners produce steam at high temperatures, typically around 93°C or higher. These temperatures are lethal to bed bugs and their eggs, effectively killing them on contact.
Chemical-Free Solution:
Pure steam cleaning offers a chemical-free alternative to traditional pest control methods. This is particularly important for environments where chemical use is a concern, such as homes, hotels, and healthcare facilities.
Penetration into Cracks and Crevices:
Bed bugs often hide in tight spaces and cracks that are difficult to reach with other methods. Steam cleaners produce steam that can penetrate these areas, flushing out and killing hidden bed bugs.
Egg Destruction:
The high temperature of steam is effective in killing bed bug eggs, which are notoriously resilient to many other treatment methods.
Immediate Results:
Steam cleaning provides instant results. Bed bugs die on contact with the steam, reducing the need for multiple treatments and minimising the time and effort required to eradicate an infestation.
Reduced Allergen Exposure:
Steam cleaning not only eliminates bed bugs but also helps in reducing allergens associated with their presence. This is important for people with allergies or sensitivities.
Safe for Fabrics:
Steam cleaners can be used on a variety of surfaces, including mattresses, upholstery, and bedding, without causing damage. This is especially important when treating infested bedding and furniture.
Environmentally Friendly:
Pure steam cleaners use only water to generate steam, making them an eco-friendly choice for pest control. There are no residual chemical concerns after treatment.
Minimised Resistance Development:
Bed bugs can develop resistance to certain chemical treatments over time. Steam-based treatments offer a physical approach that is not affected by resistance.
Prevent Reinfestations:
Steam cleaning can be used as a preventive measure after the initial infestation is treated. Regular steam cleaning can help keep bed bug populations in check and prevent reinfestations.
Comprehensive Treatment:
Steam cleaners can be used to treat a wide range of surfaces and items, including mattresses, box springs, furniture, curtains, and even cracks in walls, providing a comprehensive solution for bed bug control.
While steam cleaning can be effective against bed bugs, it’s important to note that it might not eliminate an infestation on its own. A thorough and integrated approach to bed bug control, including steam cleaning, vacuuming, and other appropriate treatments, is often necessary to completely eradicate the problem.
How Do Pure Steam Cleaners Benefit Eliminating Bed Bugs?
High-Temperature Lethality:
Bed bugs and their eggs are highly sensitive to heat. Pure steam cleaners produce steam at temperatures above 93°C and can reach even higher temperatures. This heat is lethal to bed bugs at all stages of development, including eggs, nymphs, and adults.
Direct Contact Kill:
The high-temperature steam emitted by the cleaner kills bed bugs on contact. When the steam comes into contact with the bugs, it quickly penetrates their exoskeletons, leading to their demise. This makes steam cleaning an effective and immediate solution.
Eradication of Eggs:
Bed bug eggs are notoriously difficult to eliminate using traditional insecticides. However, steam cleaners can penetrate the protective shells of the eggs and destroy them, preventing the hatching of new generations and halting the infestation’s lifecycle.
Chemical-Free Approach:
Pure steam cleaners use only water to generate steam, eliminating the need for chemical pesticides. This is particularly advantageous in residential settings, hotels, and healthcare facilities where chemical exposure should be minimised.
Minimal Residue and Allergens:
Steam cleaning leaves behind minimal residue and doesn’t introduce additional allergens into the environment. This is especially important for people with allergies or sensitivities.
Non-Toxic Treatment:
Steam cleaning is a non-toxic method of pest control. It’s safe for humans and pets, making it a suitable option for environments where health and safety are paramount.
Reach into Hiding Places:
Bed bugs often hide in cracks, crevices, seams, and other hard-to-reach areas. Steam cleaners produce pressurised steam that can penetrate these hiding spots, flushing out and killing hidden bugs.
Eco-Friendly Solution:
Steam cleaning is environmentally friendly as it relies on water alone. It doesn’t release harmful chemicals into the environment and doesn’t contribute to chemical residues in the ecosystem.
Reduced Risk of Resistance:
Bed bugs have developed resistance to some chemical treatments. Since steam cleaning is a physical method of control, it’s not subject to resistance, making it a viable long-term solution.
Quick and Convenient:
Steam cleaning offers immediate results. As soon as the steam makes contact with the bugs, they start to die. This efficiency can significantly reduce the time and effort needed to treat an infestation.
Comprehensive Treatment:
Steam cleaners can be used on a variety of surfaces, from mattresses and bedding to furniture and upholstery. This versatility allows for a comprehensive treatment approach.
Preventive Application:
Regular steam cleaning can be used to prevent future infestations by targeting potential hiding spots and disrupting bed bug populations before they become problematic.
Best Hospital Steam Cleaner – Up to 15 Hrs Use Per Week
Pure v6-DT
Steam, Vacuum, Detergent & Trolley
Self Descaling
| Power | 220V/240V 50/60Hz |
| Boiler capacity | 2,4 lt |
| Boiler refilling system | Auto |
| Boiler power | 1000W+1000W |
| Steam temperature | 165°C |
| Pressure temperature | 6 bar |
| Steam production | 43 g/min |
| Liquid/dust vacuum power | 1000W 2 stages |
| Vacuum pressure | 203 mc/h |
| Steel drum capacity | 14 lt |
| Noise level | 62 dB(A) |
| Water/detergent external tank | 3 lt |
| External tank for boiler refilling | 3 lt |
| Steam jet | yes |
| Water/detergent jet | yes |
| Liquid/dust vacuum | yes |
| Simultaneous steam and vacuum | yes |
| Low water level alarm | yes |
| Dimensions | 36x44xh120 cm |
| Weight no accessories | 25 kg |
| Price | £1,745 |
Best Hospital Steam Cleaner – Over 15 Hrs Use Per Week
Pure i6-SV
Steam, Detergent, Hot Water & Vacuum
Self Descaling
| Power | 220/240V 50/60Hz |
| Boiler capacity | 3,5 lt |
| Boiler power | 1000W+1000W+1000W |
| Steam pressure | 6 bar |
| Boiler steam temperature | 165°C |
| Steam production | 53 g/min |
| Vacuum motor | 1000W two-stage |
| External water/detergent supply tank | 5 lt |
| External tank for boiler refilling | 5 lt |
| Stainless steel drum volume | 14 lt |
| Detergent temperature | 50°C |
| Boiler refill | Auto |
| Adjustable steam flow | yes |
| Water/detergent jet from external tank | yes |
| Solids/liquids vacuum | yes |
| Simultaneous detergent/water supply and vacuum | yes |
| Simultaneous steam supply and vacuum | yes |
| Low water level alarm | yes |
| Dimensions | 30x56xh100 cm |
| Weight without drum (for easier transporting) | 20,7 kg |
| Weight with accessories | 31 kg |
| Weight without accessories | 26,7 kg |
| Price | £2,495 + vat |
