Why Steam Cleaning your vehicle regularly is important.

Car washing was born in driveways across America using a water hose, rags and soap. As car washing progressed, vehicle owners realized that the water hose pressure wasn’t cutting it. Literally, the pressure wasn’t enough to remove all of embedded dirt, road grime and especially, road salts after harsh winters.  Recognizing a need to produce the highest quality outcomes, the car wash industry has underwent significant technological innovation. The Car Wash industry created technology (powerful pressure washers) that was capable of removing road salts, thick grime and much more. After a period of time, the industry discovered the drawbacks of such powerful pressure washers. They were causing a lot of damage to vehicles that the technology was supposed to safely clean. These powerful pressure washers damaged and chipped paint, broke mirrors and glass. Fortunately, the industry continued to evolve and figure out how make using automatic car washes safer for vehicles. 

Why did I begin writing about the origins of car washing? Well, evolution is natural goal of any industry. Design better and more innovative ways to clean vehicles. And, here we are – Steam Car Washes!

Steam car wash

A steam car wash is an environmentally friendly process that uses steam to clean the interiors and exteriors of a vehicle. These portable, powerful and safe, steam generators use superheated, dry vapor steam (with hot water injection functions to loosen thick grime and embedded dirt) delivered through a high pressure steam hose and jet nozzle as a cleaning tool for surfaces is safe. This method has excellent sterilizing and cleaning power; however, care should be taken to use it correctly. The steam wash method is environmentally friendly because it uses a small amount of water for the steam, prevents general wastewater runoff, and emits no emissions. 

Process

The steam dissolves the dirt and other pollutants on the surface with just the right amount of heat and pressure. When steam is sprayed with a nozzle aimed directly at an unclean/dirty area, it works directly to remove the dirt, targeting all dimensions.

High-end steam cleaning methods that use HEPA channels for dust filtering pick up even the smallest strand of pet hair, bugs, and other contaminants from surfaces. You can have your car upholstery, dashboard cabin, and console spotlessly cleaned and sterilized, which would not be possible using traditional methods. 

Steam cleaning your entire car can take up to 15 – 45 minutes. The process varies depending on whether the vehicle is a larger one or a regular car, as well as the vehicle’s space capacity and interior space. 

What are the advantages of using a steam car wash?  

Scratch-free technique 

Often, when self-washing or using other professional methods such as a tunnel car wash, the brush or cloth (used in the process) leaves scratch marks or other blemishes on the surface. Because there is no surface contact with a steam car wash, this risk is eliminated. The steam used is in a gaseous state, so it will not leave scratch marks. Following the completion of the wash, the surfaces are gently wiped down with a mop or cloth. 

Environmental friendly 

The benefits of steam washing include preventing wastewater runoff and saving water and electricity, making it environmentally friendly. 

Simple and effective

The steam wash is a revolutionary application of technology into a car washing service that is a simple process without the hassle involved in traditional car wash techniques. Because the technique does not necessitate the use of bulky equipment, it is simple to implement. You can save money and time by using a mobile service to help you with the service in the comfort of your own garage. 

Tackles difficult-to-reach areas of your car

The steam from the nozzle can reach areas that a brush or cloth would not be able to reach. The high-strength heated gas emitted by the outlet will quickly spread to every nook and cranny of the vehicle, resulting in a brighter shine, polish, and a disinfected vehicle. 

Natural sterilization

You must keep infectious microorganisms out of your car. Bacteria and viruses are typically found on highly exposed surfaces such as the dashboard, upholstery, and carpets. Steam washing not only cleans the outside of the covers but also acts as a disinfectant, killing the microorganisms that live on them. 

Compatible and flexible for all types of car

A steam wash is suitable for all vehicle types, including classic cars, motorcycles, larger vehicles, and coupes. All cars, small and large, can benefit from a steam wash for proper cleaning and disinfection.  When compared to traditional car wash methods, steam is a ‘scratch-proof process. To dispel some myths, steam does not cause any damage to the paintwork of a car. Because steam requires a high temperature and pressure to be generated, it is best to hire a professional for the washing service. Car paints are not temperature sensitive and can withstand temperature extremes. 

Why steam car wash is not getting the attention it deserves? 

Despite all of the benefits, many people are still hesitant to try it. It’s understandable that car owners want to ensure that their vehicles are not damaged during the cleaning process. Because steam cleaning methods are such a new technology, there are many questions about their ability to produce efficient, high-quality results at the end of the day. 

Even professional detailers, however, are hesitant to try out this method. They do not want to invest in a machine that will be infrequently used. Only a few detailers provide steam cleaning services, while the vast majority continue to use traditional car wash methods that have been around for ages. The most common concern that both car owners and detailers have about using steam cleaning methods for vehicles is that it will not do the job properly or, worse, will cause damage to the vehicle. However, this could not be further from the truth. After all, we’ve been using steam technology to clean fabrics, rugs, and carpets for a long time and have proven that it’s a safe and effective method.