How We Started
Steam Mop Australia began in early 2024 when our founding members realised something troubling: Australian families were struggling to find reliable, locally-relevant information about steam cleaning technology. The market was flooded with generic advice that ignored the unique challenges of Australian homes—from the red dust of the outback that embeds in grout lines to the coastal humidity that makes chemical residues particularly problematic.
Our journey started in a Melbourne kitchen, where co-founder Sarah Chen was researching steam mops for her newly renovated home. After hours of sifting through conflicting information, outdated reviews, and advice clearly written for American or European markets, she realised there had to be a better way. She reached out to her colleague Marcus Thompson, a product researcher with a background in home appliance testing, and together they envisioned a resource built specifically for Australian households.
What began as a simple comparison spreadsheet evolved into something much larger. We discovered that steam cleaning technology had advanced significantly—modern units now reached temperatures exceeding 100°C at the mop head, sufficient to eliminate 99.9% of common household bacteria without chemical intervention. We learned about the nuances of steam pressure (measured in bars), tank capacities, heat-up times, and the critical differences between dry steam and wet steam output. We tested units on everything from porcelain tiles to sealed bamboo flooring, documenting how different models performed on the diverse floor types found in Australian homes.
Today, our team has grown to include content specialists, a former professional cleaner with over a decade of experience, and a network of Australian families who provide real-world feedback on products we evaluate. We've tested steam mops on every major floor type, evaluated replacement pad availability, and built relationships with Australian retailers to understand warranty support and parts accessibility.
Our commitment remains unchanged: to provide Australian families with honest, practical, and thoroughly researched guidance on steam cleaning. We don't accept payment from manufacturers, and our recommendations are based solely on performance, value, and suitability for Australian conditions. When we recommend a steam mop, it's because we genuinely believe it will serve your home well—not because someone paid us to say so.