Steam cleaning is also known as deep cleaning. That's because it is the only carpet cleaning method known to remove at least 97 percent of dirt and bacteria from carpeting. ... Since steam cleaning uses water heated to a very high temperature, it can take far longer for the carpet to dry after treatment.…
Vacuum the Floors. Use a regular vacuum, not a steam vacuum cleaner, to clean your carpets before you steam clean them. This removes the top layer of dust, dirt, and crumbs so that the steam cleaners can focus on deeper stains and grime. Even the best carpet steam cleaner will work better on freshly vacuumed carpet.…