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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Chiana Dickson

How to clean a clothes steamer – 4 tips to ensure your clothes stay clean

Someone holding up a white shirt and steaming it with a handheld steamer .

Clothes steamers may only use water, but they still need cleaning if you want to avoid damaging your clothing and upholstery. 

From mineral deposits to mold and bacteria, several hidden nasties can clog up your steam cleaner or transfer onto your clean clothing, damaging both your appliance and your fabrics. 

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