Our steam activated cleaning pads tackle tough messes. They are safe on finished wood, laminate and tile. The steam boost combines the cleaning power in swiffer pads with the strength of Bissell steam. The steam activates the dirt dissolving cleaner in the pad to penetrate and break down dirt. Then the pad traps and locks the dirt away. When done, simply throw the pad away.* *do not use your steam boost on waxed or unfinished wood floors.