How big is the head of the steamer? I have about 1,500 sf of tile downstairs and am wondering how long it might take to steam?
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It uses two pads at a time, each measuring 4.75 inches x 11 inches wide. There is a gap in the middle to allow for using the motion setting. I do my kitchen floor (about 175 sq feet) in about 20 minutes. You will probably need to stop and refill the water tank at least once. Also depends on how dirty the floor is. You're not supposed to put any cleaning agents in the tank (destroys the gaskets) so I use a spray bottle to pre-wet a section, then steam it. Hope this helps.
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The head is quite small...about 9 inches across. I would measure mine for you, but it's in the landfill after less than 20 minutes' use. It's a piece of junk. I bought this (http://www.amazon.com/McCulloch-MC1385-Deluxe-Canister-System/dp/B00G00BTEA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid;=1422492859&sr;=8-2&keywo;rds=mcculloch+steam+cleaner&pebp;=1422492856400&peasin;=B00G00BTEA) instead and use it regularly for a similar amount of tile. Try it, you won't be sorry.
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In order for steam to be created the water temp has to reach a minimum of 212 F. I am unsure of the exact temp or weight, however it is lightweight and I agree with Chris's comment that it does seem hard to push only when it is steaming. I bought mine a few years back and it still works great and I would still recommend it. I have used it in three homes since I bought it with wood, laminate, vinyl, and stone. I like that it appears to kill germs from high steam heat - I am a nurse and this is a very important feature to me, I am a complete germaphobe and insist on getting things as clean as possible next to sterilization. Hope this helps! Good luck. In order for steam to be created the water temp has to reach a minimum of 212 F. I am unsure of the exact temp or weight, however it is lightweight and I agree with Chris's comment that it does seem hard to push only when it is steaming. I bought mine a few years back and it still works great and I would still recommend it. I have used it in three homes since I bought it with wood, laminate, vinyl, and stone. I like that it appears to kill germs from high steam heat - I am a nurse and this is a very important feature to me, I am a complete germaphobe and insist on getting things as clean as... » Read More In order for steam to be created the water temp has to reach a minimum of 212 F. I am unsure of the exact temp or weight, however it is lightweight and I agree with Chris's comment that it does seem hard to push only when it is steaming. I bought mine a few years back and it still works great and I would still recommend it. I have used it in three homes since I bought it with wood, laminate, vinyl, and stone. I like that it appears to kill germs from high steam heat - I am a nurse and this is a very important feature to me, I am a complete germaphobe and insist on getting things as clean as possible next to sterilization. Hope this helps! Good luck. « Show Less
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I'm getting 4-5/8" wide by 9-1/4" long on the sole plate on mine recently purchased. The steam holes are about 7" in length. It does provide abundant steam
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Depends on how much water you put into the tank. If you fill to the max, it is about 5 minutes more or less where you will start getting steam to start or resume your project.
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It steams about two hours ,it's run out before without damage but wouldn't recommend doing that. It is not a large steamer and needs to be refilled way more than once daily.
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My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows.
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This will not serve that purpose. You are better off getting a small steam cleaner at wal mart or target. Sorry!
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I don't use it but yes, you are right - you fill the pan with a half an inch of water, then put the steamer inside, it has 3 metal legs about 3/4 of an inch long so it doesn't touch the bottom of the pan. Put the veggies in the steamer and boil the water.
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I have a 3 bdrm home 1300 sq. Ft. all tile, and love this steam mop. It lasts during the cleaning of all rooms, hallways, and bathrooms. Cleans great!!
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I don't think the floor underneath is affected....the bottom is made out of a plastic, so the steam doesn't go threw the bottom at all.
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It's only about half an inch high, so to steam you'd be really limited in the amount of water. For steaming you might want to stack a couple of them and use a metal colander that has a long base.
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I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my... » Read More I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I'm away from home so I cannot get specifics but my kitchen is approx 14x22 and I can steam clean the floor once through on one fill up of distilled water. The cord is very long. I have no trouble getting through the whole room and beyond without having to re-position the plug.
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Fill the small cup (that comes with it) to the water line. Takes 10 to 20 minutes to get ready. Steam is only 135 degrees at the hottest. I was disappointed with the steam.
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The larger steamer measures 8" high. The stockpot is 15 3/4" high. There would be 7.75" to the bottom of the pot when the large steamer is used.
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My Steamboy doesn't leak, I don't think it's supposed to... If it did I would return it. It leaves the floors drier than standard mopping but they do no dry instantly. I would say that it takes less than 5 minutes for the area to dry once you're done with it. It seems like there is less standing water too than regular mopping, that coupled with the heat helps it to dry quickly.
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My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows. My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the... » Read More My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows. « Show Less