Archive for November, 2009

When making a vacuum cleaner comparison, it is first important to discover which type of vacuum cleaner you need for you home. Vacuum cleaners come in many different varieties and comparisons can only be made between those that are alike. You cannot compare the power of a canister vacuum cleaner and a stick vacuum cleaner, but different people may have different needs for both of these instruments.
Two of the most common vacuum cleaner types are canister vacuum cleaners and upright vacuum cleaners. Canister vacuums have a large canister on wheels that is attached to an instrument you use to run along the carpeting to vacuum. Canister vacuum cleaners also have attachments that can be used to clean… Read More…

Not all vacuum cleaners are created equally. Some vacuum cleaners are best at picking up pet hairs, while others are ideal for cleaning upholstery and carpeted stairs. But when it comes to buying a new vacuum cleaner, how do know which models can do what? No one should need to own more than one vacuum cleaner, so spend a little time researching what’s on the market and you’ll be able to find the perfect vacuum cleaner for use around your home.   For the Allergy Sufferer   If you or anyone in your household suffers with an allergy, or is asthmatic, then when it comes to choosing a vacuum cleaner, you need to pay particular attention to the cleaner’s… Read More…

Understanding a large variety of confusing specifications is one of the most challenging aspects of selecting a new vacuum cleaner. First and foremost, consumers want vacuum cleaners that offer the best cleaning ability. And most consumers typically equate cleaning ability with “power” or “suction”. Cleaning ability is not just about power and suction, even though these attributes are important elements of vacuum cleaner performance. With a little information and education, you will be able to sift through the numbers and better understand what the specifications mean and which ones are important to you. Unfortunately, there is no single rating that indicates cleaning ability. However, there are a number of primary specifications, that when clearly understood, allow consumers to make… Read More…

There are so many different vacuum cleaners on the market that it can be confusing to choose the right one. The first step is to determine whether an upright or canister is right for your lifestyle and home environment. So, we’ll identify the different types of vacuum cleaners and examine how you decide which type is right for you. This decision is based on the amount of carpeting and other flooring in the home, whether or not you have stairs, as well as any specialized cleaning situations. Once you have identified the type of vacuum cleaner, there are still a number of other considerations that will narrow your choices further and ultimately lead to the vacuum cleaner that will… Read More…

Deep cleaning vacuumsThe typical features with these types of vacuums include rotating brushes that agitate the carpet pile and loosen the dirt for better clean.  There are some models that offer a handy automatic tool conversion button or switch that you can push or flip as you move from carpet to hardwood floor. Hand held vacuumsHand held vacuums are light weight, can be corded or cordless, and you can even mount most of them on the wall if you prefer.  The performance of the cordless models will depend on the charge of the battery, as the battery power drops, so will the suction power. The two types of hand held vacuums include straight suction and suction with a power… Read More…