# Simply Steam > Simply Steam ## Posts - [Hay Steamer Winter Care: How to Protect Your Steamer in Cold Weather](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/hay-steamer-winter-care-how-to-protect-your-steamer-in-cold-weather/): Winter can be tough on equipment, and hay steamers are no exception. Freezing temperatures, standing water, and poor storage can all lead to damage, breakdowns, and unnecessary replacement costs. With a few simple habits, you can keep your hay steamer working safely and efficiently right through the colder months. This guide explains why winter care matters, what problems to watch for, and how to protect your hay steamer during freezing weather. Why Winter Care Is Important Hay steamers rely on water, heat, and electrical components. In winter: Most winter issues are preventable with correct daily care. Common Winter Problems with Hay Steamers Horse owners oftenRead More - [Why Steaming Hay Can Help Horses When It’s Hot](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/why-steaming-hay-can-help-horses-when-its-hot/): When summer temperatures soar, horse owners must take extra care to keep their animals healthy and comfortable. One area that’s often overlooked in hot weather horse care is forage and in particular hay. While hay is a staple of every horse’s diet, the way it’s prepared and fed can have a significant impact on respiratory health, hydration, and overall wellbeing during hot spells. That’s where steaming hay comes in. What Is Hay Steaming? Hay steaming involves using a specially designed steamer to heat hay to around 90°C for about an hour. This process kills mould spores, bacteria, and dust particlesRead More - [How to support respiratory health naturally- Hilton Herbs Guest Blog](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/how-to-support-respiratory-health-naturally-hilton-herbs-guest-blog/): How to support respiratory health naturally Prevention is always better than a cure they say, and this can be a real game changer when it comes to your horse’s respiratory system. Whether the concern is winter coughs, viruses, infections, allergies to bedding or forage when stabled, spring or summer allergies caused by environmental pollution, tree or crop pollen, nasal discharge, or head shaking. Owners can make a big difference by just putting in place some simple steps to help prevent or at least reduce the problem and keep their horses’ respiratory system as healthy as possible. Of course, it goesRead More - [Soaking Vs Steaming- Simply Steam Study 2023](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/soaking-vs-steaming-simply-steam-study-2023/): We were very excited for Chloe Drakely from the University of Derby to use one of our Simply Steam Hay Steamers to carry out her dissertation on Do Horses Have a Preference Over the Way Wet Hay is Prepared? and have taken all of the key information from the study to read below. Compared to wild horses domesticated horses have a widely reduced diet and restricted grazing times. Over 50 plant types can be consumed in the wild which is limited to just a few for domesticated horses. Naturally foraging and grazing can last 18 hours. It is therefore important owners ensure that forageRead More - [Bringing your hay steamer back into work](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/bringing-your-hay-steamer-back-into-work/): A vast majority of our customers use the Simply Steam all year round but we do also have plenty of customers who have a break over summer while horses are in their stables a bit less. The way you put your steamer away is vital to ensuring it’ll be happy when it comes to using it again. You want to make sure the steam generator has been freshly descaled and then fully drained of water – this includes the hose, make sure this is also left empty of water and dry. You should also give the box itself a goodRead More - [Hay steamer troubleshooting](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/hay-steamer-troubleshooting/): Simply Steam Troubleshooting information.                                   Q) My steam generator gets to temperature and then stops boiling. A) The Steam generator needs to be descaled, if the steam generator isn’t turning on at all then leave the descaling solution to soak overnight then try to turn on in the morning. Even if you have been regularly descaling this might not have removed all the limescale so leave to soak overnight. Q) My Steam generator isn’t turning on. A) Has it been descaled? If you in an EU country then did the you buy a heavy-duty adapter plug when you purchased the item?Read More - [Hay Steamer Winter Care Advice](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/hay-steamer-winter-care-advice/): Hay Steamer Winter Care Advice This advice only needs to be followed in freezing conditions Make sure that the steam generator, hose and black box have been emptied of all water. ·Wherever possible bring the Hay Steamer into somewhere warmer where it can’t freeze. Can you put a small heater into a tack room? Is taking it home to use in a garage etc an option just while it’s freezing.  If you can’t follow any of the steps above can you get a bucket of boiling/ hot water and put the plastic hose in prior to use to allow itRead More - [Why don’t you just make you own?](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/why-dont-you-just-make-you-own/): A question we are often asked is why shouldn’t we just make our own hay steamer? Its simple all you need is a box and a steamer? I thought I would give you some more background on the Simply Steam and how we came to our current design. The box Finding the right box was mainly a process of elimination as we were trying to find the right combination of a box large enough to fit two haynets in but wasn’t too large. A box that is too large is firstly more difficult to store as we appreciate that oftenRead More - [Why Steam hay?](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/why-steam-hay/): Why Steam your horses hay? Firstly when you are steaming your hay the hay retains the goodness of minerals, vitamins and nutrients that are often lost by soaking hay. The Mineral, Vitamin and nutrient content will also vary greatly between different bales of hay, this will vary depending on the time of year it was baled, the types of grasses in the field and how long ago the hay was cut and baled. Last years hay is going to have a lower Mineral, Vitamin and nutrient content, this can be useful to feed if you have a horse or ponyRead More ## Pages - [Shipping Information](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shipping-information/): Shipping Information Spare Parts & AccessoriesSpare parts and accessories are sent via a next-day delivery service.Where possible, orders placed before 1pm will be dispatched the same working day. Hay SteamersHay steamers are typically dispatched within 1–2 working days and sent on a next-day service.We always aim to get your order on its way as quickly as possible. International Shipping & Customs International shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location. Customers are responsible for any customs charges, import duties, or taxes. These will be requested directly by the carrier once the parcel reaches the destination country. All requiredRead More - [Winter Care Guide](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/product-support/winter-care-guide/): Product Support Home Winter Care Guide This advice only needs to be followed in freezing conditions. Make sure that the steam generator, hose and black box have been emptied of all water. Wherever possible bring the Hay Steamer into somewhere warmer where it can’t freeze. Can you put a small heater into a tack room? Is taking it home to use in a garage or warm space an option just while it’s freezing? If you can’t follow any of the steps above can you get a bucket of boiling/ hot water and put the plastic hose in prior to useRead More - [FAQ](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/product-support/faq/): Product Support Home Does the Steam generator have an on button or light? No just plug the steam generator in and it will automatically start after a few minutes you will hear a noise and it will be boiling by 10 minutes. Does the steam generator turn itself off? Yes, the steam generator has a continuous run time of 70 minutes and when the water gets to the same level as the element it will automatically cut out. You do need to turn off the power as soon as its finished as it automatically turns on every 10 mins. HowRead More - [Trouble Shooting](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/product-support/trouble-shooting/): Product Support Home My steam generator gets to temperature and then stops boiling. The steam generator needs to be descaled. If the steam generator is not turning on at all, please leave the descaling solution inside the unit to soak overnight, then try turning it on again in the morning. Even if you have been descaling regularly, limescale can still build up over time, so allowing the solution to soak overnight is important to help remove any remaining deposits. My Steam generator isn’t turning on. Has the unit been descaled? If the steam generator is tripping the electrics, this indicatesRead More - [Benefits of Steaming Horse Hay](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/benefits-steaming-hay/): The benefits of steaming horse hay Home Benefits Of steaming hay Reduces levels of respirable dust Reduces mould, fungi and bacteria in hay. Horses prefer the hay and are cleaner with it. Helps reduce or eliminate coughs Easier and more convenient than soaking Portable making it easy to move and clean. Increases a horse’s water intake improving hydration. Steamed Hay is more palatable for horses. Can help horses who are sensitive or suffering from allergies. Benefits of Steaming Horse Hay How It Helps Hay steaming not only helps with your horse with coughs it also makes the hay more palatable.Read More - [Product Support](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/product-support/): Product Support Home Trouble Shooting If you are experiencing any issues with your hay steamer, have a read through our trouble shooting guide. FAQ Got a question? Check out our most frequently asked questions first to see if it has already been answered. Winter Care Guide Have a read through our winter care guide to keep your hay steamers in top condition through the harsh winter months. Simply Steam Extra Instructions Download the simply steam extra hay steamer instructions. Download Simply Steam Instructions Download the simply steam hay steamer instructions. Download - [Our Horse Hay Steamer](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/about-hay-steamer/): Our Horse Hay Steamer Home This is our ready-to-go horse hay steamer kit Comes complete with everything you need to start steaming your hay. Steaming hay with Simply Steam couldn’t be easier, as is easy fits into your daily routine. Steaming 2 horse hay nets takes around an hour and your steamer can be fitted with a timer to switch it off at the right time. During this time you can get on with your daily routine or riding your horse.  Portable & Maneuverable The Simply Steam has been designed to be manoeuvrable making it easy to move around theRead More - [Shop Main](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/privacy-policy/): This privacy policy sets out how Simply Steam (www.simplysteam.co.uk) uses and protects any information that you give Simply Steam when you use this website Simply Steam is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement. Simply Steam may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy withRead More - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/terms-conditions/): Introduction Placing your order Delivery Returns As a UK Consumer, under the consumer contracts regulations you have the right to cancel an order within 14 days without reason. The cancellation period expires 14 days from the date your order is delivered. If Any products have been custom made, used or are new and removed from packaging then these rights do not apply.It is your responsibility to inform us via post or email sales@simplysteam.co.uk before the 14th day period is up quoting the order reference and stating that products in question are still in original packaging and or un used, anyRead More - [FAQ](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/faq/): FAQ Home Do you Ship Internationally ? Yes! We ship our products worldwide, shipping costs will be calculated at checkout. Does the steam generator turn itself off? Yes, the steam generator has a continuous run time of 70 minutes and when the water gets to the same level as the element it will automatically cut out. You do need to turn off the power. How much water does the Steam Generator hold? 4l of water Is there a maximum line? Yes, it’s on the left-hand side of the steam generator. If you are having difficulty finding the level we recommendRead More - [Blog](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/blog/) - [Product Categories](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/product-categories/): Categories Home Hay Accessories Hay Steam Parts Hay Steamers - [Contact Us](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/contact-us/): Contact Us Home Contact Us Location We’re located in the East Midlands of the UK, close to the Peak District in Derbyshire phone number + 44 (0)7805 245168 email sales@simplysteam.co.uk working hours Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Send Us a Message Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error - [Our Story](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/our-story/): Our Story Home 20 Years of equestrian experience Where it all began Simply Steam began in 2019 shortly after I had my first baby and was made redundant as an area sales manager in the equestrian industry. My business brain was looking for a solution for an income and also a lifestyle change that allowed me to be at home with my family. The idea started with Poppy my 15hh Cob who I have owned her from a 4year old and is now the grand age of 21! She had always coughed on dry hay and I was struggling toRead More - [Wishlist](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/wishlist/): Wishlist Home - [My account](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/checkout/) - [Cart](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/cart/): Spare parts and accessories are sent via a next-day delivery service. Where possible, orders placed before 1pm will be dispatched the same working day. Hay steamers are typically dispatched within 1–2 working days and sent on a next-day service. We always aim to get your order on its way as quickly as possible. International Shipping & Customs International shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location.Customers are responsible for any customs charges, import duties, or taxes. These will be requested directly by the carrier once the parcel reaches the destination country.All required customs paperwork is completed by usRead More - [Home](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/): Hay Steamer Effective. Easy. Affordable Ready-to-go horse hay steamer kits. Come complete with everything you need to start steaming your hay. shop now Hay Steamer Range Shop Now Hay Accessories Shop Now Spares & Upgrades Shop Now Hay Steaming Health Benefits Read Why Support Troubleshooting Get Help Our Hay Steamers The complete range View All Hay Steamers Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist Horse Hay Steamer Mini £195.00 Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist Horse Hay Steamer Standard £275.00 Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist Horse Hay Steamer Extra £435.00 Hay Accessories Accessories for your hay and steamer View AllRead More ## Products - [Horse Hay Steamer Extra (Seconds)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamers/horse-hay-steamer-extra-seconds/): This is our largest ready-to-go horse hay steamer kit. Included with the Simple Steam extra is, 2 Steam Generators. !!!!!Seconds!!!!! - [Torbay hay steamer nets - 2 sizes](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/torbay-hay-steamer-nets-2-sizes/): hese haynets are designed for hay-steaming. Made from a strong, fixed-knot material which is protected against UVA-rot and have no metal components. Instead they have integrated, robust rubber rings, and are made to withstand temperatures up to 100C. The advantages of steaming hay is that it removes most respirable particles and bacteria and mould content, also increasing the moisture content of dry hay which is better for digestion and in helping to prevent colic. This also makes the hay more palatable, whist retaining nutrients and uses very little water compared to hay soaking Available in two sizes: Standard (Black with Royal Blue Hanging Cord) Mesh: 5cm Circumference: 105cm Large (Black with Pink Hanging Cord) Mesh: 5cm Circumference: 155cm - [Simply Steam Replacement Standard LID](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/simply-steam-replacement-standard-lid/): Replacement Lid Simply Steam Standard Model - [Hay Steamer Platinum Starter pack](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/starter-packs/hay-steamer-platinum-starter-pack/): This starter pack is suitable for all brands of hay steamers and is a great add on product when making a hay steamer purchase. Steamer NOT included. - [Hay Steamer Gold Starter pack](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/starter-packs/hay-steamer-gold-starter-pack/): This hay steamer starter pack is suitable for most hay steamers and this pack Is ideal if you have hard water. Steamer NOT included. - [Hay Steamer Silver Starter pack](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/starter-packs/hay-steamer-silver-starter-pack/): This starter pack is suitable for all brands of hay steamers and is a great add on product when making a hay steamer purchase. Steamer NOT included. - [Hay Steamer Bronze Starter pack](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/starter-packs/hay-steamer-bronze-starter-pack/): This starter pack is suitable for all brands of hay steamers and is a great add on product when making a hay steamer purchase. Steamer NOT included. - [Whole bale net - Braided trawl netting](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/whole-bale-net-uk-made-with-braided-trawl-netting/): UK handmade Whole bale net - Braided trawl netting - [Stubbs Soak n Roll](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/stubbs-soak-n-roll/): Tough and innovative, this makes the soaking of hay EASY! - [Stubbs Slo - Grazer – Blue](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/stubbs-slo-grazer-blue/): Seriously tough, this circular ground feeder dramatically cuts waste, slows consumption AND is a great boredom breaker. - [Stubbs Hay Roller with Lid](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/stubbs-hay-roller-with-lid/): A boredom breaker/slow feeder which is ideal for reducing intake whilst occupying the diet restricted horse. - [Round Bale Net - Elico Wild Boar Bale Net](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/round-bale-net-elico-wild-boar-bale-net/): This haynet is designed to fit large size bales of hay in a field or yard, - [Pony Greedy Feeder Net](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/pony-greedy-feeder-net/): Pony greeder feed net, featuring 1″ hole this keeps our greedy feeding horses occupied. - [Newquay large haynet](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/newquay-large-haynet/): Elico Newquay Deluxe Extra Strong Best Quality Nylon Fine Mesh - [Gannet Greedy Feeder Net](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/gannet-greedy-feeder-net/): The Sheldon medium sized extra strong greedy feed haynet will help to slow your horse down for better digestion and extended stable activity. - [Exeter Hay Feeder](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/exeter-hay-feeder/): Ideal for hayfeeding and haysoaking - [Elico Plymouth Haybag (Black/Lime Green)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/elico-plymouth-haybag-black-lime-green/): Made from strong,1680 Denier fabric, with a small-holed mesh feeding opening at the front to help eliminate wastage - [Elico Penzance Haynet 2″ Holes](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/elico-penzance-haynet-2-holes/): HAYNET EXTRA STRONG Elico Penzance Metal Base Ring Strong Hanging Rope 2″ Holes. - [Elico Little Piggy Haynet](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/elico-little-piggy-haynet/): For a horse or pony that is a “Little Piggy” when eating. - [Elico Falmouth Haynet (Navy/Apple Green)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/elico-falmouth-haynet-navy-apple-green/): An attractive two colour haynet with strong hanging cord. - [Deluxe Haynet - Red and Black - Large](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/deluxe-haynet-red-and-black-large/): Large two tone deluxe haylage net. - [Deluxe Haynet - Blue and Black- Medium](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/deluxe-haynet-blue-and-black-medium/): Large two tone deluxe haylage net. - [Dawlish hay cushion](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/dawlish-hay-cushion/): Designed for hay feeding on the ground which is a natural position for horses’ feeding which has evolved over many centuries. - [Camborne Haynet (Royal/Lime Green)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/camborne-haynet-royal-lime-green/): Extra strong haynet with large ring at base, robust hanging rope and small holes. - [Bale storage and transportation bag](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/bale-storage-and-transportation-bag/): Keep your boot tidy with this large-capacity carry bag for transporting bales of hay and straw without wastage and mess. - [Anti Shrink Hay Steamer Hay Net (Standard Size)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/anti-shrink-hay-steamer-standard-hay-net/): These specially designed Hay Steamer hay nets have the ability to withstand temperatures of more than 100°C and are suitable for steaming in all Hay Steamer models. - [Anti Shrink Hay Steamer Hay Net (Large Size)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-accessories/anti-shrink-hay-steamer-large-hay-net/): These specially designed Hay Steamer hay nets have the ability to withstand temperatures of more than 100°C and are suitable for steaming in all Hay Steamer models. - [Simply Steam Descaler (10x Pack)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/simply-steam-descaler-pack-of-10/): Keep your Simply Steam operating at peak performance with this Descaler. - [Simply Steam Descaler (5x Pack)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/simply-steam-descaler-pack-of-5/): Keep your Simply Steam operating at peak performance with this Descaler. - [Horse Hay Steamer Mini](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamers/horse-hay-steamer-mini/): This is our smallest ready-to-go horse hay steamer kit. This is our budget no frills hay steamer that will steam 2 small hay nets or around half a standard bale of hay. - [Horse Hay Steamer Standard](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamers/horse-hay-steamer/): This is our ready-to-go horse hay steamer kit. Steaming hay with Simply Steam couldn’t be easier, fitting into your daily routing and comes complete with everything you need to start steaming your horse hay. - [Horse Hay Steamer Extra](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamers/horse-hay-steamer-extra-large/): This is our largest ready-to-go horse hay steamer kit. Included with the Simple Steam extra is, 2 Steam Generators and 2 sachets of Descaler. - [Replacement Standard Hose](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/replacement-hose/): Replacement hose for a Simply Steam Hay Steamer. - [Replacement metal hose](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/replacement-metal-hose/): Replacement Simply steam hose. - [Replacement Steam Generator](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/replacement-steam-generator/): Replacement steam generator for a simply steam hay steamer. Supplied with the steam generator and power cable. - [Replacement handle](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/replacement-handle/): One replacement yellow handle - [Replacement Temperature Guage](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/replacement-temperature-guage/): Replacement Temperature Gauge   - [Simply Steam Descaler (1x)](https://www.simplysteam.co.uk/shop/hay-steamer-parts/descaler/): Keep your Simply Steam operating at peak performance with this Descaler. [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)