Is there a type of scented cleaner you can buy to put in this? I like the idea of a steam cleaner but I also like the way my regular mopping solution smells..
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I have used only RO water in my mop. The scented water that came with it smelled awful, in my opinion. However, I do put a few drops of essential oil on the inside of the mop pad. The steam diffuses the smell nicely, and it hasn't left any oily streaks or spots on my floor. I use mostly lavender because I like that smell but I've also used grapefruit, mint, whatever oil I have on hand.
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bissell has a eucalylyptus scented water to use in the steam mop. check on the website ,you should be able to fine it there .
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They sell some scented water that you can put in, and it comes with a eucalyptus mint water. Alternatively, I have heard you can buy the distilled water and add some essential oil in whatever scent you like. Hope that helps!
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I just use distilled water in mine. However I have not looked for it in the stores but mine also came with a small bottle of bissel solution that was scented. I would suggest going to there website see what they have to offer then checking stores for it.
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You can ONLY out water in this steam mop. They sell their own scented water. Don't try to use essential oils to scent it yourself. I read several times online where people did just that and it ruined their mop.
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In my opinion no. Yes you can use the steamer to wipe away the misses. But you will have to use a special cleaner to actually get rid of the organic odor and stain. Steam alone won't do it. Also please keep in mind that you can't add the cleaning solution to the steamer, that risks your steamer's performance and the cleaner will not work as well because it will be diluted with all the water.
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Yes, the detergent is added to the water. I have never used the Bissell steam mop. The label on this cleaner states it is safe for al Floormate products.
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I recommend using a scented conditioner strawberry scent works very well. Give it a try I find the shampoo to be very effective and the smell goes away pretty quickly even without conditioner.
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I love the product but you need to read your steamer directions. I use this in my hoover spin machine and the measurement is different. It is supposed to be mixed with water but the amount will differ and I am not sure if the steamers can use a cleaner in them because they tout "cleaning with no chemicals, just steam"
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I have used it on the carpet, but really only as a sweeper. It works well in that regard. I have pets, so just adding steam without extracting anything is asking to make my house smell like a wet dog :)
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I wouldnt use in a steam cleaner. It smells like ammonia, and I wouldn't want to risk inhaling the mist. I didn't care for this stuff.
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Ive got a swiffer mop with the mop solution hanging on it. A vacuum if its really lightweight might work if its hung very securely with anchors or in a stud in the wall. Most things I have around mine are relatively light weight with the one heavier item.
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I would think you would steam clean the carpet first... Is this for inside a home? I ask because the smell would be strong and diluting may not work for you
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Did you get attachment with your bissell steam mop? my daughter used that on a turkish run and said it worked really good. good luck with what ever you do..
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YES same thing with me. I thought the steam mop would work good,but left my floors looking like there is a film all over. I've tried to use vintage water and tea water,and floor wax, it still has it,so I think the steam mop ruined my floor. My husband is very upset to.He spent many hours refinishing that floor.I'm still looking for a solution and if I find one I will repost.
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I wash the mop pads in the washing machine with other cleaning rags etc. Bleach and laundry detergent can be used but not softener. I have been using the same 3 pads since I bought the Bissell. I change them each time I do a floor. For example if I use one to steam clean my livingroom wood floor, then I use another to do my family room wood floor. I use the third one to do my bathrooms and then I wash and dry them for the next time I use them. I have owned the steam cleaner for about 6 months and this has worked for me. The pads are fine. I will probably purchase more after a year. I hope this is useful for you. I wash the mop pads in the washing machine with other cleaning rags etc. Bleach and laundry detergent can be used but not softener. I have been using the same 3 pads since I bought the Bissell. I change them each time I do a floor. For example if I use one to steam clean my livingroom wood floor, then I use another to do my family room wood floor. I use the third one to do my bathrooms and then I wash and dry them for the next time I use them. I have owned the steam cleaner for about 6 months and this has worked for me. The pads are fine. I will probably purchase more after a year. I hope... » Read More I wash the mop pads in the washing machine with other cleaning rags etc. Bleach and laundry detergent can be used but not softener. I have been using the same 3 pads since I bought the Bissell. I change them each time I do a floor. For example if I use one to steam clean my livingroom wood floor, then I use another to do my family room wood floor. I use the third one to do my bathrooms and then I wash and dry them for the next time I use them. I have owned the steam cleaner for about 6 months and this has worked for me. The pads are fine. I will probably purchase more after a year. I hope this is useful for you. « Show Less
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Hi, I met a Steam Mop rep in a home fair I attended. He advised that we use only DISTILLED Water. He said that our mop will last much longer is=f we use that. I am not sure what "purified water" is so just use distilled water and you will be fine. By the way, I love my mop!
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this is more of a sterilzer/cleaner and less of a scrubber. look at a hand held steamer with a wired scrubbing attachment.
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Yes, you only put water IN the machine but sometimes I will get a spray bottle and put diluted bleach, or a floor cleaner when using it as a mop, I'll spray that ON THE FLOOR then steam mop it. And often i will also do a light steam over the whole shower/tub then spray THE BATH AREA with bathroom cleaner then use the scrubber attachments to rinse it off as I steam it again. Never put cleaner in the machine
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It is put into the tank with water to use. I am not sure about the steam mop
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I did add to my carpet steamer along with the normal cleaning solution has a great smell works good