This is particularly helpful on glass cooktops where abrasive cleaners can do damage.

Use it cautiously on anything that is made of particleboard and on unpainted surfaces.

You may still need to use a stain remover but the end results should be more successful.

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Thesteamwill also help to loosen any dirt that has dulled the grout on floors in kitchens and mudrooms.

Make Windows and Mirrors Sparkle

Use steam to remove smudges and soil from windows and mirrors.

Be sure to follow up with a lint-free microfiber cloth orsqueegeeto avoid streaks.

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You probably won’t need to use any other cleaners.

Detail Your Car Inside and Out

No need to keep the clothes steamer inside only.

Use the steamer to remove stains on carupholstery, carpet, andfloor mats.

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And don’t forget to clean the windows and mirrors with steam to make them crystal clear.

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cleaning windows with a clothes steamer

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