anything I need to know about cleaning interior with steam cleaner?

[choijw2]

I just moved to new place and been busy with coating garage floor with epoxy and water proofing walls and etc etc
so as gift to myself, I bought a steam cleaner for $160.
its not the best steamer, but it does have variable pressure with max PSI at 58.

Is there anything that I need to watch when I clean interior with steam?

I am concerned if it can damage plastic or rubber interior or damage electronics.

Thanks.

[GSKR]

I think you will be adding extra time messing with that.maybe good for stains in carpet,but hey everyone has there way of doing things.for me its getting the job done quickly and efficiently and effectively spray and wipe has been my method for years I find it quicker than tooling around with a steamer.

[choijw2]

well I mainly got this for aged gunks between cup holders and deep cleaning carpets and leathers

I sure won't be using steam for dusting loll

[Dan K]

well I mainly got this for aged gunks between cup holders and deep cleaning carpets and leathers

I sure won't be using steam for dusting loll

The steamer will work well for the cup holders and that gunk. Just watch out for the more delicate surfaces, steering wheels and such. Don't direct the steam in one spot for too long and don't use it on any leather or similar surface that is already compromised. Of course also watch out for electronics, switches, etc.

Use the triangle brush attachment with a microfiber towel over most surfaces.

[Jeremy1976]

Keep it moving at all times and don't get too close to any material. Steamers are great! I love mine! Just use discretion and some common sense and your will be fine. And again, always keep it moving!

[UTdetailing]

I think you will be adding extra time messing with that.maybe good for stains in carpet,but hey everyone has there way of doing things.for me its getting the job done quickly and efficiently and effectively spray and wipe has been my method for years I find it quicker than tooling around with a steamer.

I second this. I purchased a steamer and found that I spent more time with no noticeable benefit in results. I had to scrub/wipe/extract just as much with the steamer as I did my APC + Brushes and MF Towels. But as GSKR stated, everyone has their preference.

The only consideration I think about is the "long" or "repeated use" effects of 185+ degree steam on Vinyl/Plastic/Fabric/Leather and etc. Is it any less/more damaging than properly diluted professional APC's?

[Crispy]

I have a small Mytee and it works fine on certain things.

Interiors the door sills and jambs especially.

Engine bay all areas (safer than dousing with pressure washer or hose).

In winter is effective on exterior parts:
Window seals
Body side mouldings
Emblems
Wheels
Bumper grilles

Sometimes I use APC first and steam off after letting dwell.

Only down side is takes awhile to get ready and pain to move around car in the cramped garage I have.

Just my own DD so not PRO use.

[CarolinasFinestDetailing]

Steamers are amazing. I use mine constantly. Be very careful around electronic control buttons, especially window controls. And especially Ford ones.

[SabbyNJ]

Be careful around the electronic displays. Also, wrap a cloth around it for
when you clean the non carpeted sections (dash,,door panels, steering wheel, etc.).


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[wing commander]

I have a small Mytee and it works fine on certain things.

Interiors the door sills and jambs especially.

Engine bay all areas (safer than dousing with pressure washer or hose).

In winter is effective on exterior parts:
Window seals
Body side mouldings
Emblems
Wheels
Bumper grilles

Sometimes I use APC first and steam off after letting dwell.

Only down side is takes awhile to get ready and pain to move around car in the cramped garage I have.

Just my own DD so not PRO use.

Please tell us what is the model of your steamer?