John Swanger

Replace (About 90%) of your Elbow Grease with Steam!

Corny title aside, this has been a well-worth purchase. We recently moved into a house where the previous owners did not know how to clean properly. Whether they moved into the house with it like this or not, the grout on these kitchen tiles were so full of gunk and God knows what else that when we first moved in, I attempted to take a chopped down nylon bristle brush, a soapy water and bleach mixture, and go to town on these. My results were impressive, but it took hours, and hours, and hours of scrubbing just to finish the kitchen area, leaving the entire larger dining room portion as nasty as you can see in the image. I'm aware there's a few spots on the tiles themselves that don't look like the machine did a good enough job, that's not the case! I'm simply saving those spots to try out the steaming mop head part.Anyways, I knew if I wanted to get these clean, I was going to have to find another way. I've seen McCulloch steam machines recommended specifically for Auto Detailing, and based on the results I've personally seen, I imagine it'll do phenomenal there. But steam has its uses just about everywhere, and mine was in the kitchen.This was my first time using a steam machine quite like this, so I'm not sure if there's a better way or if I should be using more steam or not, but I set the dial back to use about as little steam as possible, and then bumped it up a tiny bit from there. I attached one of the wider Nylon bristle brush attachments onto the precision nozzle, and went at it.My process was to let the steam do as much of the work for me as possible. I've done more than enough scrubbing on this floor already, so I wasn't eager to do more. I pull the trigger, and move slowly over the grout line, letting the bristles drag on the tile. I do about 3 slow back and forth passes, and as I'm finishing up the 3rd pass, the gunk is already starting to wipe away with the very gentle bristle pressure.Once the 3rd pass is done, I start scrubbing my way back up and down the grout line, blasting the steam the entire time. At this point I'm using a little more pressure, but it's still hardly anything at all, just enough to make sure that the bristles are able to reach into the grout to take out all the nasties. At this point I'm just scrubbing anything I see, dark spots on the edges, dark spots in the grout, etc... just lightly scrubbing. I'm using so little pressure that I can apply the pressure I need with one hand, it's not difficult at all. It takes maybe a whole minute to do an edge of tile if I have to really scrub out a tougher spot.Once I'm done scrubbing, I take my trusty disposable automotive rag, wipe up the water, and I'm off to the next grout line. It's that easy. When the rag is soaked, I take it to the sink, wring it out under clean water, get is as dry as possible, go back and start again.As far as the machine itself is concerned, it can put out a lot of steam. While I don't see anyone needing to use it for a true 2 hours straight (I got the big one), I'm almost certain the machine can handle that. The quality of all the parts seem fine, they're all plastic, but given that they're supposed to withstand the high temperature steam that's coming from the machine, I'm sure they're a higher quality than your typical stuff.I've seen a lot of reviews about how their brushes and such aren't made to snuff with the machine, and I have to say that after having used the same single nylon bristle brush all day, these people have got to be scrubbing way too hard with their stuff. Steam is meant to do a lot of the heavy lifting for you, breaking down virtually anything with the moisture and extreme heat combo (not to mention it's naturally disinfecting as it does!). Once broken down, most of the stuff you'll be using this for should be able to be very gently scrubbed away with minimal effort. You don't have to use a lot of force to see results, the steam does the hard work for you.Granted, this isn't a miracle machine, you're still going to have to put in a very little amount of effort to get it to that 100% mark, but man if it doesn't make it so much easier. If you're on the fence but you have a project in mind you could use this for, I'm almost certain this will make that job easier.Ver más

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Mike V

13 de diciembre de 2016

Great product!

I was leery about purchasing this product because of the negative reviews. After deliberating for a couple of weeks and looking at the alternatives, I crossed my fingers and decided to give it a try.After reading the instructions thoroughly and setting up the machine, I put it to work, going through two 64oz tanks of water back to back.I'm honestly impressed. Outside of obviously defective units that people have reported, I don't understand why anyone would complain about the performance. This is not a magical tool that will instantly clean anything with a simple push of the button; It will, however, save you lots of time and effort.We have a very old hunting cabin that has been neglected over the years; Built-up dust/grime, filthy windows, dingy grout, etc. So far, I have cleaned the windows, window frames, mantle, floors, ceiling fans, A/C window unit, and started on the grout. It has cut down cleaning time significantly.My method for most of the tasks has been to work from top to bottom with the brass-tipped nozzle, breaking down the grime and then following behind with a dry microfiber. For greasy or very dirty surfaces, I first lightly spray with a degreaser like LA Totally Awesome. This method has worked for everything so far, and I haven't even tried any attachments other than the brass nozzle and the mop. One thing to note is that after spraying a surface with steam, it may still appear dirty (this was the case with the window frames), but a quick wipe with the towel will reveal that all of the dirt and gunk has been broken free and just needs to be picked up. I recommend the microfiber because it "snags" the particles better than other towels.Where this product really shines is cleaning inside small areas, like where the window glass meets the frame, where the trim meets the wall and floor, the nooks and crannies around faucets, hinges of the toilet seat, the front grate on window A/Cs, miniblinds, et al- places where you can't easily get a rag or anything else inside to clear out the gunk. The steam blasts it out effortlessly. I used it on some of my kids' plastic toys, where there was who-knows-what kind of buildup in the seams and small crevices- now they look brand new.The unit runs a long time on a tank of water, even with the steam at maximum output. It took me about four hours to go through two tanks of water. Granted, that was not nonstop usage, but fairly close; I estimate about ninety minutes of use per tank. Regarding the claim that the pressure drops quickly, I didn't experience this. The unit so far seems to recover during the minute or so when I pause to wipe up the leftover moisture. On a related note, I don't understand the complaint that the steam contains too much liquid; When the steam contacts a cooler surface that you are cleaning, it is going to condense back into water...this is the other reason for following behind with a towel. If you pause for a few minutes and then resume steaming, you will see water spraying from the nozzle; This is because the steam that was inside of the hose has condensed from its gaseous state back into liquid. It is not a flaw with the machine, but physics. Spray it into a towel for a couple seconds before resuming, and you are good to go.The few negatives that I would mention are minor. The extensions for the mop do feel a little flimsy/cheap, especially once they warm up after extended use. It hasn't been an issue yet, but time will tell.The plastic grip where you hold it in your hand does get warm, and I was initially concerned that it would become uncomfortable to hold after awhile, but it did not.Filling the unit with water takes a little patience. Just pour slowly, and if you hear it bubbling, that's your cue to slow down for a second before resuming.The plug does not have a "hook" to clamp it to the power cord after wrapping the cord around the hooks on the back of the unit. Slightly inconvenient, as you have to loop the last few inches around the roll of cord so it won't fall off. Similarly, the carrier on the front does not retain the hand control securely. The carrying bag and net for attachments are almost useless, so I didn't bother with them.Sometimes the attachment points (the yellow button) do not engage completely, leading to attachments coming loose, especially the extensions. Pay attention when connecting them, as they will feel solidly connected, but if you look at the yellow button where it engages in the hole, you will notice that the button is not fully popped up. Sometimes a slight twisting motion after inserting will make it click into place.Overall, I'm very satisfied with this purchase. Just be patient, read and follow the manual, and it should work fine. I have already saved hours of work with this machine, and would definitely recommend it.UPDATE:I have been using the machine several times per week for a little over two months, and it is still going strong.I have since used more of the attachments. The squeeze works great for glass; I have not bought glass cleaner since. However, the green scrub pads are nearly useless; They disintegrated in a matter of minutes. I prefer to just use a separate scrubbing pad and supplement it with steam from a brass nozzle. The plastic scrubber that attaches to the mop head is decent for cleaning up mud tracks and similar stuck debris before following up with the microfiber pad.I would definitely recommend trying it on the interior of your vehicles. It easily cleans all of the crevices that are impossible to reach with a rag, and the gunky buildup on steering wheels and door sills.

Sahira L Pellot

23 de abril de 2026

Good steam cleaner but has some quirks

Wow, this McCulloch MC1385 really packs a punch with its long 2-hour run time and a good range of accessories. I’ve used it in the kitchen to tackle greasy sotvetop spills and even got my car seats looking cleaner in the driveway. It’s handy that it’s chemical-free, so I feel safer using it around kids and pets. That said, it’s a bit bulky to store easily and takes some time to warm up. Still, it works well for quick cleanups and deep cleaning. 😊Ver más

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Evelyn Cena

30 de mayo de 2026

Sistema de vapor

Excellent steam cleaner! It heats up quickly, produces powerful steam, and comes with plenty of useful attachments for different cleaning tasks. It works great on floors, bathrooms, kitchens, and even car interiors. Easy to use, durable, and well worth the investment. Highly recommended!Ver más

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Nicholas

25 de abril de 2026

Worth the Steam

Came in the box thrown in there all the parts rattling around. Checked it works fine. I recommend this its great for everything thats a normal steamer cant handle. My only issue was the fact that it was just all lose in the box but I believe some one had it didn't want sent it back. But it was new just not package well. Its an amazing steamer when all in the box It can be heavey when set up its light cause the wheels. Attachments are easy to change and use. It has a trigger lock so you can keep it from going off or use it to keep the trigger pulled. The lock is pretty easy to mistakenly push into a diffrent postion so be careful with it. The instructions are great and easily available online for download. Price is high but worth it.Ver más

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Suzy B

Unit is over priced*UPDATE***Buyer Beware

******UPDATE********5/5/23*********I've had this steam cleaner for about 3 months and I am not happy. All of a sudden my steamer is leaking water from the hose where it attaches to the handle. I used to get a good amount of time in between filling my tank but now it lasts only maybe 10 minutes because that much water is leaking out of the hose. Of course with it leaking I have to be careful where I set the handle down at otherwise a puddle will form. I had another steamer made by a different company and it was half the price of this one and it at least lasted two years. For the amount I paid I would expect this thing to work good longer than just over 3 months. And as it always goes, the window with the manufacturer closed just a few days ago. So now I'm stuck with a $200 steamer that's a piece of crap! I would not recommend to family and friends. Dropped 3 stars down to 1. I would like to hear back from a rep from the company to hopefully give me an easy fix to this problem.Don't get me wrong! I just purchased this unit a few days ago and I have been using it nonstop since I got it! It really makes cleaning a lot easier and without chemicals (we could all use less chemicals in our life!). It did come with all the advertised attachments and I had the machine up and ready to go in just a few minutes. I suggest to those who are saying the unit is hard to fill, get yourself a small funnel; it will make filling your tank super easy with zero mess. All the attachments are easy to switch out and you don't accidentally pinch your skin when attaching something! I cannot comment on the longevity/durability on this unit as I have only had it a few days. I love the fact that you can control the amount of steam that comes out. What I am very disappointed in is how long the steam lasts before having to refill the tank. They claim 90 to 120 minutes of steam. I got 20 minutes at best. The next tank I turned the steam strength down and still did not come close to 90 minutes. If it actually did this, I would be amazed. The only reason I bought this unit is my other steamer died on me and the manufacturer did not even bother to respond to my email requesting them to honor their warranty (thanks a lot Pure Enrichment). I loved my old steamer (by old I mean the one I owned prior to this, not that the machine itself was old) and it was $60 cheaper than this one and it did everything this one does and came with a bunch of attachments just like this one. But after less than 2 years of owning it, I filled the tank and plugged in my steamer and I noticed the power light was flashing on and off and I noticed a burning smell. I tried unplugging it and plugging it back in and switched the unit to the on position but nothing happened. So I was forced to buy a new one. The one big advantage of the Pure Enrichment unit over this one was, they would give you free replacements on the scrub pad attachment as long as you provided them with a picture of your old one that was no longer any good. They mailed me two sets of 2 pads for zero cost. This company wants $9 for one replacement scrubber! So long story short, this is a good unit and it gets the job done however, you can get a less expensive unit that will do just as good of a job as this one. One other thing that this unit's owners manual doesn't talk about is how to wind up the sprayer hose along with the power cord so that everything is neatly tucked away for storage. Oh well. Btw, this unit is made in China. Boo. I expected better from a machine that costs $200.