Three dogs in the house means muddy paws, the occasional accident and plenty of everyday mess. Keeping a home clean when you share it with dogs isn’t always easy, but I’ve been putting the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam to the test, and I think I’ve found a new cleaning essential.
Let’s be honest, it isn’t really my house. It’s theirs.
With three dogs who have free rein of the house, including the sofas and beds, keeping everything clean can be a bit of a challenge. Between muddy paws, the occasional little accident and the general mess that comes with sharing your home with dogs, there’s always something that needs cleaning. While I wouldn’t have it any other way, I do like my home to look, feel and smell clean.
That’s where the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam comes in. I’ve been putting it to the test around our home and, to be honest, I think a spot cleaner like this is an absolute essential for dog owners.
What is the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam?
The BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam is a portable spot cleaner designed to tackle stains, spills and built-up dirt on a variety of surfaces around the home. Unlike a traditional spot cleaner, it combines steam, water and cleaning solution to help tackle stubborn marks, with three different cleaning modes depending on the job.
It’s compact enough to move around the house, making it particularly handy for those smaller cleaning jobs where you don’t want to get a full-sized carpet cleaner out. And if you’ve got dogs, you’ll know those jobs crop up fairly regularly!
How Can You Keep Your Home Clean with Multiple Dogs?
I genuinely believe that a spot cleaner is the answer. One of the biggest benefits of having a spot cleaner is being able to deal with mess as and when it happens. Whether it’s muddy paw prints on the carpet, an unexpected accident or a mystery mark on the sofa, having something you can quickly reach for makes life a lot easier.
But what I particularly like about the SpotClean HydroSteam by BISSELL is that it isn’t just useful when something goes wrong. It’s also great for giving your sofas, carpets and other soft furnishings a general freshen up.
Because here’s the thing: just because something looks clean doesn’t necessarily mean it is.
With three dogs spending so much time on our furniture, dirt, gunk and slobber inevitably builds up, even when there aren’t any obvious stains. And that’s where a deeper clean can make such a difference.
Three cleaning modes for different jobs
The SpotClean HydroSteam has three cleaning modes:
SteamWash: Combines steam, water and cleaning solution for tackling particularly stubborn stains.
Steam: Uses steam to help loosen dirt and refresh suitable surfaces.
Wash: Uses water and cleaning solution for everyday spot cleaning.
Having different options means you can choose the most suitable mode depending on what you’re cleaning, rather than using the same approach for every surface. Also bare in mind that it’s worth checking the care instructions for your furniture or carpets before using the machine, particularly on delicate fabrics.
How often should you deep clean your home with dogs?
When you’ve got dogs, regular vacuuming and wiping down surfaces is only half the battle. Even when your home looks clean, dirt, hair and everyday grime can build up in your carpets, sofas and other soft furnishings.
How often you need to give everything a deeper clean really depends on your dogs, their habits and how much time they spend on the furniture. If they’re anything like mine, with full access to the sofas and beds, you’ll probably find that certain areas need a little more attention.
As a general guide, vacuuming high-traffic areas several times a week, tackling stains as they happen and giving frequently used upholstery a deeper clean every few months can help keep things under control. You might need to clean more often during muddy weather or if your dogs shed heavily.
This is where I’ve found the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam particularly useful. Rather than waiting until something looks dirty, I can give suitable fabrics a freshen up as part of my regular cleaning routine. It also comes with a range of attachments, including one for suitable hard surfaces, making it useful for more than just carpets and sofas.
But the most satisfying part? Seeing just how much dirt comes out of your furniture. All the extracted dirty water collects in a separate tank, and honestly, it’s gross. It’s a good reminder that just because something looks clean doesn’t necessarily mean it is.
Once you’ve finished, the HydroRinse tool makes cleaning up straightforward too. Simply run the cleaning cycle to flush out the hose, so it’s ready for whatever mess they make next!
Is the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam worth it for dog owners?
For me, the BISSELL SpotClean HydroSteam is one of those cleaning essentials that makes life with dogs that little bit easier. From tackling unexpected accidents to giving furniture a deeper clean, it’s a handy addition to any dog owner’s home.
And with Black Friday just around the corner, there’s an even better reason to consider one. The SpotClean HydroSteam is now just £199.99 (was £2.99.99).
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This article was created in paid partnership with BISSELL. As always, opinions are my own.
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