When it comes to home appliances, steam is in. Our engineers and technicians are testing a slew of different steam products, including dishwashers, microwaves, and washing machines. We'll be publishing First Look product previews of this new gear in the coming weeks and months.
Although it might seem unusual for a dryer to have a steam option—after all, this appliance is supposed to dry, not dampen, clothes—some of the latest models use steam to help reduce or eliminate wrinkles and odors. Learn more by reading our recent First Look of the Kenmore HE5 Steam Dryer (shown).
Essential information. If you're in the market for a new dryer, use this free buying advice. Then refer to the Ratings (available to subscribers) to find the right model for your home. And if you're considering adding a laundry room near living space, keep these design considerations in mind.
I just subscribed to consumers Report because I am interested in a steam cleaner for my floors, kitchen and bathrooms, etc. There are several brands on the market. I have no idea what brand to choose. Please help me out here. New subscriber, Jeanette Verheul
I've been using Consumer Reports as my product buying guide for over 25 years. Due to health reasons, I am interested in purchasing steam cleaning system(s) for cleaning my bamboo floors, concrete countertops, and tile bathrooms. The last comment was a year ago. When can we expect to see rating on these appliances?
I, too, would like information on steam cleaning appliances for different types of hard surface flooring and related attachments for cleaning counter tops. I have an older vinyl floor and don't know if steam would be too harsh. Does the steam cause vulnerable surfaces to "lift," leaving them unprotected?
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