For many years, most car dealerships have relied on a wide range of chemical-based products to prepare their vehicles – inside the cabin, on the exterior bodywork, and even in the engine bay. These products are often washed away with large amounts of water, which usually ends up straight down the drain.
Steam cleaning is both an eco-friendly and future-proof solution for achieving a consistently high standard of cleaning across every part of the vehicle.
Steam disinfects and cleans the entire car in a gentle yet effective way. Interiors, engine bays, door frames, and other hard-to-reach areas that would normally be inaccessible with, for example, a pressure washer, are cleaned with ease.
On upholstered surfaces, steam penetrates deep to loosen stains while disinfecting and eliminating odors. At the same time, it leaves surfaces dry and ready to use almost instantly.
Compared to traditional car washing and pressure washing, steam cleaning significantly reduces water consumption.
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Using steam, only about 3–5 liters of water are needed to clean a car – reducing water consumption by up to 95%.
No drainage system is required when cleaning with steam, making it possible to carry out most tasks indoors.
Eco-friendly steam cleaning for the entire car
Exterior car cleaning
A eco-friendly way to wash your car using steam. This method cleans thoroughly without leaving soap residues like traditional washes sometimes do. Steam cleaning is gentle on the car’s paint and only uses 3-5 liters of water per wash. Besides saving a lot on water costs, it also means you can wash your car indoors during the winter.
Cleaning of chrome and rubber strips on the car window
Chrome and rubber strips on car windows are often overlooked. They can quickly collect dirt, dust and algae, which can damage the material over time. Steam cleaning has the great advantage of being gentle but thorough, reaching deep between the window and the seal. This effectively removes dirt and algae, which helps to keep the seals in good condition
Cleaning the door frame
Steam cleaning is a highly effective way to clean your car's door frames. These areas are usually hard to reach and tend to collect oil, grease and dirt. Steam can penetrate deep into the narrow corners of the seals and remove dirt easily and thoroughly. It is also gentle on your car's paintwork, rubber strips and weatherstripping.
Cleaning deep into cracks and crevices
Steam is the optimal solution for cleaning hard-to-reach areas such as cracks and joints around lights, tailgate, emblems and bonnet. The high temperature and concentrated pressure effectively loosen ingrained dirt, oil and road salt – without the use of chemicals or large amounts of water. Steam reaches where brushes and cloths cannot, while protecting paintwork and plastic parts from wear.
Cleaning rims
Rims can be difficult to clean, as dirt and brake dust often build up in hard-to-reach areas. Steam cleaning is both a gentle and highly effective method for wheel washing. The combination of heat and pressure from the steam loosens and removes dirt and brake dust—even in places that are normally almost impossible to reach
Cleaning of the engine compartment
Easily clean the car’s engine bay with steam. The combination of high temperature and steam pressure makes it an effective method, quickly loosening and removing grease, oil, and dirt – without the use of chemicals or large amounts of water.
Interior cleaning
Steam is an effective and gentle method for cleaning a car’s interior, including the dashboard, center console, armrests, and more. It efficiently removes dirt, bacteria, and grease deep down without leaving streaks. An eco-friendly choice for those who want a gentle, easy, and effective cleaning solution.
Cleaning the car doors – interior
Steam is an ideal method for cleaning the interior of car doors. The high temperature effectively breaks down dirt, grease, and bacteria, all without the use of chemicals. Steam penetrates into crevices, around buttons, handles, and fabric, leaving surfaces hygienic and almost dry. At the same time, it is gentle on delicate materials such as leather, plastic, and rubber.
Car mat cleaning
Steam cleans and refreshes your car mats. The high temperature effectively loosens dirt, kills bacteria, and neutralizes odors. The result is clean, fresh, and hygienic mats.
"We focus on the time spent on car preparation, and there’s no doubt that we have optimized it significantly. It’s highly efficient and effectively loosens even the toughest dirt."
- Kasper Kristensen
In the video, MTH Cars share their experience using steam for car preparation.
MTH Cars is an authorized Toyota dealer with eight locations across Jutland. MTH Cars focuses on reducing environmental impact in all their operations, making our Optima Steamer XE 18 KW a perfect fit. The machine generates steam pressure that effectively removes dirt and grease in a gentle and eco-friendly way. It is versatile enough to handle all car preparation tasks, saving both time and, importantly, chemicals.
Efficient car cleaning and disinfecting
The Inox 7500 is a professional machine ideal for interior car cleaning. Cleaning can be done using steam alone or steam combined with soap - you have both options.
The steam function provides an effective and gentle method for cleaning the car. The high temperature loosens dirt and disinfects in a single step, without the use of chemicals. This protects the environment and reduces the need for purchasing, storing, and handling cleaning agents.
If you do need to use soap, a simple press of the handle adds soap to the steam. The soap mixes with the steam to enhance cleaning performance. This feature can be especially effectiv, and sometimes necessary, for tasks such as cleaning seats, mats, and other fabric surfaces. After application, both dirt and excess liquid are removed using the powerful suction function.
Reduce chemical use with automatic soap dosing
The Jumbo Washer is designed to make car washing as simple and efficient as possible. The system is preset to automatically dose the exact amount of soap or wax needed. This prevents overuse and waste, providing an economic advantage in daily operations.
While traditional car washing often requires manually mixing soap and water, the Jumbo Washer ensures a consistent and correct blend. You save time and resources, as there’s no need to measure, mix, or adjust - you simply connect the water and you’re ready to wash with shampoo and follow up with rinse wax.
Overdosing cleaning agents is a common source of unnecessary chemical use, which impacts both costs and the environment. With our dosing system, you ensure that only the necessary amount of soap is used, ultimately benefiting both your bottom line and the planet.
