Steam kills bed bugs and eggs the moment it reaches them. Technicians use dry steam, which is very hot but carries little moisture, so it can work into seams and cushions without soaking the fabric.
Where Steam Helps Most
- Mattress seams, tufts and piping.
- Sofas, armchairs and padded headboards.
- Car seats and child car seats.
- Quilts, drapes, pet beds and fabric too delicate for the dryer.
Why Hire a Professional Steamer
Home steamers often cool at the nozzle or spit water. Professionals use commercial machines, move slowly along every seam and pair steam with another method, because steam leaves nothing behind to stop bugs that return.
- FindThe technician locates where bugs are hiding.
- SteamSeams and joints get slow, careful passes.
- CoverMattresses usually go into bed bug proof encasements.
- PairSteam is combined with another method and a follow-up visit.
Steam in Glen Ellen Homes and Inns
Innkeepers use steam on mattresses and upholstered chairs between guests because it leaves no residue. It is also a sensible step for an estate sale armchair or an old bed frame before it comes inside a Glen Ellen house.
How to Prepare
- Take all linens off the beds and give them a hot wash and a hot dryer cycle.
- Lift items off the floor around beds and seating.
- Tell the technician about any delicate or antique fabric.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Can steam fix the problem by itself?
Only for a tiny, early case on one bed. Usually a second method is needed to treat the frame, the walls and nearby rooms.
Will steam hurt an antique chair?
Most upholstery handles professional dry steam well. Mention old or delicate pieces so the technician can test a hidden spot first.
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