Hot Water Extraction vs. Steam Cleaning
A lot of our clients and prospective customers ask all the time, “what is the difference between hot water extraction and steam cleaning?” To some it may sound obvious so I will be getting slightly technical with my answer. Hot water extraction is defined as carpet cleaning using hot water under 212 degrees Fahrenheit (100 degrees Celsius). Steam cleaning using water over 212 degrees Fahrenheit (boiling).

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As far as usage, natural fibers are frequently cleaned using a hot water extraction method to prevent shrikage. Upholstery too is frequently cleaned using hot water extraction. When attempting to remove a stain, steam cleaning is also avoided because heat will set in a stain. Steam cleaning is great for synthetic carpet and is the prefer method of choice for most carpet cleaners. High heat greatly improves cleaning carpets.