Protect Your Investment: Wood Floors

Part of the beauty of wood floors is that they change over time, taking on character and patina. You might even appreciate the squeaks and creaks that sometimes develop—as long as they’re not too loud.

But you still need to manage the aging process of your floors. Severely worn wood floors don’t look good, and when you sell your home, prospective buyers won’t see the “character” of the floors so much as several thousand dollars they’ll have to spend having the surfaces refinished or replaced. Here’s how to keep your wood floors looking their best.

Daily Duty
Sweeping is essential to maintaining the integrity of the finish. Regularly sweep wood floors with a soft-bristle broom. If the floorboards have beveled edges that trap dirt and crumbs, use the bare-floor option on your vacuum instead of a broom. (In our tests, canister vacuums perform better than upright vacuums on wood floors. The trade-off is they can be heavier and pricier than uprights. For more advice on choosing a vacuum, read our latest report and use our expert shopping advice.)

Occasional Tasks
Clean your floors periodically with a wood-cleaning solution. (If you sweep or vacuum diligently, cleaning a few times a year might suffice.) Which cleaner you use will depend on the type of finish you have. To test, apply a few drops of water in an inconspicuous area, says inside a closet. If white spots appear within 10 minutes, the finish is wax. If no white spots show up, it's polyurethane. Another way to identify a polyurethane finish is to scratch the surface (again, in an out-of-the-way area) with a coin or other sharp object. If the finish does not flake, it’s polyurethane.

Clean floors with a polyurethane finish with a solution of 1 cup distilled white vinegar and 3 to 4 gallons of warm water. (Or use a waterborne cleaner designed specifically for urethane finishes, such as Bona.) Damp-mop the floor damp—don’t soak it: Dip a terry-cloth towel into the solution, wringing the towel of excess solution and covering a standard flathead mop with the towel to clean the floor.

Clean wax-finish floors with a solvent-based cleaner and liquid wax designed specifically for wood floors.

Regardless of the finish, never use products intended for vinyl or tile on wood floors, as they can dull the finish and make the floors slippery. Be careful when using a sponge mop; some have hard metal edges that can easily scratch floors.

Preventive Measures
• Place a doormat outside entrances to your home to keep people from tracking dirt and grit indoors.
• Better yet, instate a no-shoes policy, which will preserve the floors. If you can’t ban all footwear indoors, at least ask people to remove high-heel shoes; they can have an impact of 2,000 pounds per square inch, enough to mottle the surface of a wood floor over time.
• Use plastic or felt protectors under furniture legs to prevent scratches. When rearranging furniture, always lift pieces instead of sliding them.
• If you have a wood floor in the kitchen, place a mat in front of the sink and range to prevent steady foot traffic from wearing bare spots into the finish.

Essential information: When you need to install new floors, read our latest report on solid-wood, engineered-wood, and plastic-laminate options.

Comments

[Polywood]

I still remember the hardwood floors at my grandparents house. They were gorgeous and the wood scent still lingers in my mind after 20 years. I love wood floors and have them in the main trffic areas of my house.

[Russ]

Your recent article on 'Surfaces'>Engineered Wood. It fails to mention the main purpose of Engineered Wood Flooring and does not mention it comes in many qualities. Engineered wood comes in 3 ply, 5ply and 7 ply........the more plys the better stability as each ply runs in the opposite direction so when it comes in contact with moisture the plys pull in different directions which prevents warping. Most Engineered wood comes 3/8" thickness. The main feature of Engineered Wood is it can be installed on concrete slab or below grade because it is more tolerant to moisture so it is great for basements and many of the new homes being today built on slab. Solid 3/4" wood flooring must be nailed down ON or Above Grade. Solid 3/4" wood cannot be installed on Concrete. The wear layer which correlates with the wear layer warranty can vary from 5 to 25 years which is available in both engineered wood and solid wood floors. Certainly an engineered wood floor cannot be refinished as much as a 3/4" solid but if you buy a 25 yr warranty floor the chances are slim you will be in the house long enough to worry about that fact. A cheap 3/4 wood floor may only come with a 5 yr wear warranty. Engineered wood can be stapled, glued, or floated depending on which type you buy (read the installation instructions on the box). And don't confuse Engineered wood with Laminate. Engineered Wood is made from a TREE and laminate is just 'fake wood', a photo applied to dense fiberboard with various qualities of wear layers. Laminate is also available in Tile looks but that's a whole different ballgame.

[floor coatings]

how about epoxy coatings?

[Hardwood Floor Guide]

Another important note would be when moving large pieces of furniture or appliances. Always make sure you have protection underneath. This is especially important with kitchen appliances. Using 1/8" masonite board works quite well protecing the floor when moving. Don't rely on those new appliance guys to protect your floor. I cannot count the times they have damaged newer floors.

Ken Fisher

[jon]

What cleaning products are recommended for maple cabinets and oak hardwood flooring?

[Frank Brady]

Thanks for the information. It will help me a lot.

[Gulve]

nice post, thanks for sharing!

[Blossom]

nice article !

[Rae]

I would like informtion on the new steam mops or vacs on hardwood floors (poly finish).

[Christine]

Can we expect to see any information on steam mops in the near future? We are intrigued by them but are uncertain as to whether we should use one on our hardwood floors.

[Barb Miller]

Iam looking for a steam mop for our hardwood floors but not sure which one to get the SHARK or the H2O please contact us on your oppinion

[PS Snowy]

I too am interested in a steam mop for use on my CORK flooring. Looking forward to your assistance.
Thanks

[Svampeskader]

nice post, thanks for sharing!

[Gail]

I am also interested in comparing the features and value of steam mops. Any guidance out there? Thanks.

[Steven Schulte]

get on it rating, reviews, recommendations. what am i paying you for??

[Darlene]

I'll add my request to others - what about these steam mops? We have hardwood floors throughout our hose and some kind of wood laminate flooring in our kitchen (maybe Pergo?). Would a steam mop be a good choice for both floors and which model is best

[Colleen]

Also looking for recommendations on floor cleaners for hardwood floors such as Shark, H20 mop, Floor Mate, etc.

[Judy]

Steam mops have been out quite a long time and I thought when I subscribed to consumer reports, you would be up on all the latest. I see that I am wasting my money here!! Does anyone else have any reviews on these steam mops??

[Becky]

I am also looking for reviews on steam mops. I am ready to choose one and buy now and disappointed there are no reviews here.

[Sheila]

I would like CR's rating on a steam mop too Saw Hahn Steam mop on an infomercial and feedback on their website is good.

[Karen Diederichsen]

I'm another person who would like to see steam mops reviewed. We don't have any carpeting and a steam mop sounds ideal for all our flooring. I'm tired of seeing the same-old-same-old product types reviewed.

[Jen Fultz]

I agree...CR, please test and review some steam mops...I had insomnia at 2:30 this morning and almost bought the Haan model right off the infomercial. Luckily I feel asleep before doing so, but would really like to get a steam mop...

[Rebecca]

Logged on for info re: hardwood floor'steam mops'. Do you have plans to rate them? I am thrilled with all of the purchases I have made based on your recommendations and would appreciate these items being tested.

[Brandi Perkins]

I have had a vapor steamer TR6 for 2 years and love it! I am able to adjust the amount of steam coming out so it doesn't damage the hardwood floors. I have been able to use it for cleaning and even taking down wallpaper so it's been a good investment for me. Now I just need an alternative to sweeping!

[Darra]

I would also love to see reviews on the steamer mops. But I'd also like to see reviews on floor scrubbers like the Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub or Bissell Flip-It Bare Floor Cleaner. Also a comparison of steamer mops to scrubber vacs would really top this off. Looking forward to this one!

[Maritza Walfield]

I am looking for review about the steam mop; I have seen about the shark, or haan, h20, any way dont know what is the best buy. Help me please.

[Debbie]

I have not used CR very often, and my year is almost up. I really need to know how the steam mops perform.

[robin watkins]

I buy steam mop for my floor.would like to more what good is it

[stacie]

I am right along side those other members requesting a review if steamer mops! I'd really like to know if they're a good investment and which one to buy.

[wood flooring guy]

The main cause of moisture damage and scratching to a wood floor in a kitchen is from an appliance such as a washing machine. Placing all your kitchen machines in clear PVC appliance trays will eliminate this kind of damage.

[Candy]

I, too, am waiting for a review on types and safety of steam mop cleaners for genuine hardwood floors and tile.

[Richard Harper]

I also have been looking for information on the Shark versa the Haan and finally just used my 20% off coupon for Bed, Bath & Beyond and bought the Shark vx3. HOPE is all I have, as Consumer Reports has really dropped the ball on this one. We faithfully carry our relivant CR magazine on every shopping trip to make purchases.

[John]

We were looking for reviews on steam mops for hardwood and porcelain floors. We were surprised to find none. I would expect a CR moderator to let us know when we will find a review (or not).

[Cristina]

Another person interested in the hard floor cleaners. I have heard the Shark is not very effective and that Hoover makes a "Floormate" that is quite good, however, there are SO many models I have no idea which end is up. Have also heard that these Hoover types are so efficient at cleaning out crud on hardwood floors that there are gaps left at the joints between wood pieces on that type of flooring. That's a little "too" effective.

Please review these!

[Sally]

I am wondering about those steam mops I have been hearing alot about on TV. This sounds great and some are light weight. I would like to buy one as I have RA, and becoming impossible to clean my floors, and these mops sound like the ideal way to go. That is if they really work as well as they say they do.

[Nicki]

I too want to purchase a steam mop. Very disappointed to pay for this subscription and not have any insight or ratings to view!!

[Debra]

Any reviews on the steam mops yet? Really want to get one!!

[HubFam4]

What is the deal with CR. I feel enough people have made it apparent they are interested in knowing what direction to go in with a steam mop and nothing! When are they going to do their job?

[peggy palmer]

I need help also with steam mops...shark,haan or 20..thanks, Peggy

[Diane]

I am interested in steam mops also. I have laminate flooring throughout house (Tarkett) and Linoleum in kitchen and baths. I would like to know if I could use steam mops on all. My sister tried the Shark but sent it back said after a few swipes over the floor it didn't move very well and she would have to use several pads just for her kitchen. She said it only has steam in center of mop where the Haan says it is across the whole bottom of the mop. Would like to see reviews on steam mops been checking for them for 8 months now. If they are worth anything I would like to invest as it seems like they would be a healthier way to clean.

[Sue]

would very much like to see a reveiw on the Hann steam mop, and it's capability for hardwood flooring!

[Becky]

About steam mops - in Feb', I bought a steam mop - the Bissell Green Tea, and I highly recommend it. It seems well-built and does a great job on tile. I LOVE it for my porcelain tile floors. Note that I bought it AFTER I first did the Cinderella hands-and-knees scrubbing ONCE to clean both grout and other residue from 4 years of someone not keeping a mop clean enough. While nothing beats the Cinderella version on grout & porcelain tile (which I did with just Oxy-Clean and water by the way), that was a one-time thing, and this Bissell Green Tea is easily keeping my grout and tile clean now.

We took it when we visited mom-in-law and it was great on her relatively new white Armstrong vinyl tile floors too. It is easy for her (at 83) to use, so she immediately wanted one of her own and loves it.

About wood - although I have not yet used it on my sealed wood floors in living and dining rooms, I am using it on sealed wood floors in master bath. Great news is that it removed 14 years worth of built-up hairspray spots I was not able to remove before, although this required several moppings (as I had read from someone on another site). No more hairspray spots and I will definitely continue using it there. If my formal rooms' wood floors were newly sealed and/or I was not getting ready to sell my house, I would not hesitate to use it on all of them from the beginning, but these have had other products used on them for 14 years and I have not tried it there yet.

[mel]

I would like a review of steam mops please. It is what prompted me to subscribe. Thank you

[Deb]

Like everyone else, I am looking in my CR monthly for a product review of all these steam/vapor mops. There are some intriguing ones at 1800govapor.com but the prices are very high. How do they compare with the Shark, the Eureka, or Bissell steam mops? Please CR, review these products so we can make the best informed decision. It's Spring Cleaning time and I want to know which performs best for my dollar. Thank you.

[Jeri]

Just wanted to add my request for a product review of steam/vapor floor cleaners. Thanks

[Laura]

I am VERY interested in purchasing a steam mop for both hardwood floors and kitchen/bath tile. Especially interested in how well the mop cleans the grout. My kitchen floor needs it badly! Guess I'll try the Cinderella method described by previous poster, but do want to get something for regular cleanings. CR - please review steam mops!!

[paula]

i also joined looking for review of steam mops much to my surprise there was none.

[Sarah]

Please review steam mops for tile, laminate & hardwood - thank you!

[M. Ferrar]

I keep checking back to see if Consumer Reports has done a comparision of steam mops. I have mostly oak floors and tiles. I have back problems - so I would love an alternative to mopping which is a back breaker.

[Diana]

I would also like a review of steam mops. Please include the Haan in your tests.

[Karen in RI]

I like the others on the blog would like info on steam mops for hardwood floors. It looks like I will puchase one, before CR rates them.

[Margaret]

I just subscribed and one of my "items to check" was a steam mop. My concern is the fabric cloths that go over the steam head. Doesn't that get just as dirty as with a conventional or sponge mop? How much floor can you clean without having to refill the water chamber? When will CR review them?

[John Bartolome]

I logged on to see a review of steam mops because I'm considering purchase of one but I don't know which one is best. However, like the other comments I saw on this page, I am disappointed that no such review exists in CR.

JB

[Jane Brumley]

I'm looking for a review of Steam Mops as well - are there any plans for CR to do a review? Is there a review on other reliable website/s?

[Mary Ann]

Any report yet for the floor steam cleaners? I look to consumer reports for advice before making purchases and really want to know the ratings for the steam floor cleaners. I just had a professional company clean our carpets and tile and want to know the best tile and grout cleaner to use so I do not create the problem of dirty grout again. I have heard that mopping contributes to the dirty grout on tile and that steam cleaning works well. What steam cleaners can you recommend?
Thanks for your help. I see I am not alone with this question and that several other consumers are seeking the same advice. Please help!

[Linda]

I, too, am interested in buying a steam mop for use on vinyl and tile floors. I expected to be able to research this on your website thru my membership. I am disappointed in not being able to do so. Please prepare ratings soon. I am mainly interested in the Bissell.

[Joyce Hrica]

I to am interested in your reviews for the best steam mop Please help all of us out there waiting.

[Sandy]

I am also interested in a steam mop. It appears that this is a very popular request. Please let us know when you will review the steam mop.

[debra]

looking for info on steam mops with wood flooring?? when will you be reviewing these??? PLEASE!!

[Angela]

Looking for ratings on steam mops, when will you have them?

[deborah gage]

Can you use the H2O steam mop on hardwood floors?

[JOSE MARTINEZ]

One of the main reasons I subscribed to Consumer Reports is so that I can get comparisons on Steam Mops. I can see that many others are also desperate for ratings on these items and wonder when it is that we'll have answers.

[JOSE MARTINEZ]

CONSUMER REPORTS... ARE YOU LISTENING? YOUR CUSTOMERS WANT TESTS, COMPARISONS, EMPIRICAL DATA ON STEAM MOPS !!!!

[Danielle]

Just adding my name to the list of people interested in steam mop reviews.

[Scott]

I just came to the site to look up steam cleaner ratings. I guess from these comments that they're not here.

[Jessica]

Same questions about the steam mop! How funny :) My mother-in-law loves her H20 mop, just took her a few times around to get the hang of it. I think I'll end up trying it but I'd love to hear/read what CR has to say.

[Mike Rousseau]

Is CR planning a report on steam mops?

[dan]

Goodness when are the moderators going to answer the question on the steam mop???

[Denise]

I purchased a Shark steam mop last week and thought some might be interested in my experience. I'm using it mostly on hardwood floors (about 1000 sf) and on vinyl in our mudroom/bathroom area (about 100 sf). We have a dog who sheds and always seems to have muddy feet and 2 pre-teens who are not the neatest. I used to use the Hoover Floor Mate spin scrub, but though it does clean well, the scrubbing brushes are ruining the polyurethane finish.

1-You absolutely MUST sweep and/or vacuum first. No getting around this.

2-Use only distilled water in the reservoir. Hard water will ruin the machine quickly.

3-The reservoir is small--I need to fill it 2x to do the 1100 sf

4-The telescoping handle is kind of flimsy. You can feel it bending with each push.

5-I go kind of quickly on the hardwood because I'm a little nervous about how it might affect the wood long term and there's no good info out there about how safe it is.

6-Without any cleaner applied and using distilled water, I feel it left some streaks on the wood floor. Perhaps if you change the pad more frequently during a cleaning, it will help. To me, it's just not practical to change pads every 5 minutes.

7-On the vinyl, I didn't think it did such a great job either. Of course, hot water does clean. But just like washing dishes, hot water needs soap, too. When I sprayed on my favorite cleaner (I love Sol-U-Mel solution from Melaleuca) with the steam, it got really clean.

8-It will wind up leaving a thin line of dirt/hair at the top of the forward stroke. After a minute to dry, I wiped up the lines with a paper towel. Not a big deal, but worth noting.

In conclusion, I'm returning it and going to try the Bissel flip it. It sucks up the dirty water just like the hoover, but has a pad instead of brushes. Good luck, all.

[Leslie]

I am waiting for the steam mop review as well. Is any body out there?

[patranella2]

I hate to say it, but after waiting and waiting for our friends at consumer reports to evaluate the steam cleaning mops. I went the alternate route and just used the individual reviews at A*****.com shopping site to choose a steam cleaning mop. I wish CR would spend less time on new cars (when you can get just as good or better info for free on at least 3 other websites). Plus with the recession, I'm not sure who is buying a new car right now. We need info on the $50-$150 items because that's about as much disposable cash most of us have.

[Carol]

I am also interested in purchasing a steam mop. We're anxiously awaiting a review!!!!

[Sara]

I am yet another person looking for reviews of steam mops. It has been over a year of requests. Very disappointing!

[mary]

Your product reviews have never disapointed me. I depend on them for making purchases. I want to buy a steam mop but I have been holding off for a review. I check every couple of months. Please give the people what they want!

[Stacy]

Any advice on whether or not Swiffer wet cloths are safe for certain types of hardwood floors?

[Judy]

Thought I would be able to get information on a steam mop - are you planning on doing research on them and giving us recommendations?

[Ann Marie Grutta]

Add me to the list. I'm not sure whether to get the Bissell or Shark steam mop, or go all the way with the Scooba which vacuums and washes at the same time. I just got rid of all my wall to wall carpeting and will be refinishing the oak floors soon.

[Mitch]

No steam mop recommendations?

[Nina]

I am also waiting for steam mop rating

[Debbie]

Adding my name to the list for steam mop reviews!

[Cristi]

I have also been waiting for a review on steam mops. Please at least let us know if one is in the works. I am getting frustrated with the lack of reviews for lower priced items and am beginning to question whether my subscription has been worthwhile because of this.

[Carol]

Steam mop reviews please!!!!!

[Jason]

Wow, with this much attention to getting a Steam Mop review, I might just go by all of them, and run them through some tests, and charge for it. lol. Come on Consumer Reports, these aren't extremely new items.

[Georgia]

I just bought the SHARK steam mop and found that it did leave streaks and a dull finish on the floor. I also worry about the steam eventually damaging the floor over time. I am going to return it today. I have found that liquid Pledge (for wood floors) does a much better job. I have been using Pledge for over 2 years. I give the SHARK a THUMBS DOWN!!

[P]

Yet another request for vapor steam cleaner reviews.
I share the opinion of many other writers that such a prodcut review is way over due.
Please at least let us know if one is in the works.
I am getting upset with the lack of reviews. It seems, more and more, that products I am looking for reviews of are not available and I am beginning to question whether my subscription has been worthwhile because of this, perhaps those who decide what gets reviewed need to read some of these comments and address your subscribers interests or loose us?

[pat]

Add me to the list of frustated comsumers looking for guidance for purchasing a distilled water steamer for hard surface floors. I would like to use it on polyurethane finished hardwood in addition to tile with dirty grout. Is this doable? HELP CR!

[LAURA VILLARREAL]

PURCHASED H20 AND SHARK AND MONSTER. THE LATER TWO SUCKED COMPARED TO THE H2O. ALSO I WRECKED MY FIRST ONE BY NOT OBEYING THEIR COMMENTS ON NOT USING STRANGE MIXURES IN THE TANK (LARGER THAN THE OTHER 2) AND IT CLOGGED IT UP. I CALLED AND THE HAPPILY SENT ANOTHER ONE....WAY COOL. PLEASE NOTE THE H20 IS 1500 WATTS (ONE OF THE HIGHEST POWERS) I RUN A LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE AND HAVE HUNDREDS OF TINY FEET COMING AND GOING EVERY DAY AND "WAHT ON EARTH WAS I THINKING WHEN I PURCHASED A HOUSE WITH WHITE CERAMIC TILE FLOORS)HOPE THIS HELPS YOU ALL

[edsonl]

I bought a steam mop (Shark) and used it regularly on my hardwood floors, thinking I was giving my floors a deep cleaning. After a few weeks, I noticed that my floors looked different; dull and flat. I decided to wash my floors with Murphy's Soap and I was shocked to find that the rinse water was black and took 4 washings until it was clean. I gave away my steam mop and my floors again look great!

[Alex]

I agree, I came here today looking for reviews of steam mops, and found only these comments begging Consumer Reports to review them. I could get opinions at places like Amazon, but I consider those reviews unreliable because the reviewers haven't done objective comparisons.

[TAMMY]

STEAM MOP, AFTER HAVING A CASUAL CONVERSATION WITH A RELATIVE ONE DAY, AND COMPLAINING ABOUT THE MOPS LEAVING STREAKS ON MY HARD WOOD FLOORS, NO MATTER WHAT MOP I PURCHASED,SHE SAID I NEEDED TO TRY HER STEAM MOP.
OH MY GOD, RUN RIGHT OUT AND BUY THIS MOP, THE THANE H20 STEAM MOP. AFTER USING HERS I COULD NOT GET MINE ORDERED FAST ENOUGH.
MY FLOORS HAVE NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD, DRYS IN MINUTES,NO STREAKS, THE HEAD IS A TRIANGLE SHAPE, AND MOVES WITH EASE INTO CORNERS AND UNDER HOT WATER BASEBOARDS. MY FLOORS EVEN STAY CLEAN LONGER AND FEEL CLEAN!! IT IS SO EASY I FIND MYSELF MOPING MORE.
A MUST HAVE!! CLEANS MY TILE GREAT ALSO.

[Rick the Disappointed CU Subscriber]

Wow. What a disappointment, but it's becoming more common here. After being a subscriber since about 1988 (started with the magazine)I'm finding a loss in value. I've depended on CR for purchases for years but the last few years I've found that CR testing and my purchases aren't matching up. Even historical data would help but it's seemingly either not here or I'm too stupid to find it. Searching for steam mop led me to a blog, honestly, a blog??? I wanted test data, not opinions from single product consumers. I did notice this at the bottom of the blog: All comments are reviewed by our moderators....... Are they kidding, honestly how can someone read all these requests for ratings and not respond? I agree with a previous post - CU IS NOT LISTENING and although I keep renewing, hoping for increased value, the thought of canceling beckons. Well, maybe there is value, I did buy a GPS based on a dated evaluation and am happy with the purchase. But anyway, hey CU WAKE UP and respond!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Bryan Will]

I have used Rejuvenate on my floors and is works great for hardwood flooring. It helped restore our old wood floors.

[Mike]

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD...will CR do a report on the steam mops already???

[mary rose lennox]

I too am wanting to purchase a steam mop. I see there have been many requests for ratings and reviews but nothing in print yet. I would like any info you may have on steam mops and value, dependability, performance etc.

Regards
m lennox

[Yolanda]

Review steam mops. Please.

[Leshia]

Have been waiting for MONTHS for a report on steam mops!! Whats the hold up guys??

[Katy]

Read the manufactures specs on what they recommend for the hardwood flooring that you purchased. I read mine and it said absolutely NEVER use steam mops, vinegar and water, the swiffer, or any other product that mixes with water on the floor.

I called the 800 number and they recommended buying BONA X hardwood floor cleaner. I found it at Lowe's. They even have a new mop that is similar to the swiffer (easy to use). It's $40.00 for the mop, cleaning solution and cleaning pad. By the way, NEVER, use the swiffer, even the one that says hardwood floors. I did and a residue built up. I used Bona X one time and it shined my floors back up.

[Cathy]

I'm adding my request for Consumer Reports to run a steam mop comparison test of popular models and report the results.
I used the original Hoover Floormate several years ago on my hardwood and tile floors, but wound up giving it away. Although it generally did a good job of cleaning, it was heavy, bulky, required fitting together a bunch of fiddly parts and had a nasty habit of leaking the dirty water onto the floor if I pushed down the handle to angle the machine under tables and such.
Bring on the steam mop reviews, CR! These mops are being advertised all over TV and elsewhere. You're behind the curve on this product.

[Toni]

Like the rest of the group,I'm interested in getting info on the new steam mops. Some of the brands I have researched are: Shark, Hann & Steam Fast (which includes a hand-held steamer). Any idea when you might be able to review these products???

[Dee]

Reached this site in my search for informatio on steam mops. When does CR plan to do a review of steam mops?