I have received this heavy duty steam mop yesterday and mopped with it last night. I really do like the way it steams and cleans and disinfect. It did a great job cleaning my hardwood floors. The container that you put water in does come out to fill it with water. It also came with a extra pad to clean with. Very easy to put together. You won't be disappointed with this steam mop. Oh my labordoodle love it to.