I just received this Steam Mop a week ago, so have not had a chance to see how well it will hold up. I'm very happy with it -- it does a good job, and I didn't expect any more than that. On the down side, it is unfortunate that it uses only water and warns against using aromatics, detergents, descalers or other chemicals. They do sell a "Steam Mop Scented Water-Eucalyptus Mint as an optional accessory, which I'm tempted to buy...but wait! That sounds like an "aromatic" additive, which they warn against.