Vaccum Cleaner Guide
Most British households today have more than one vacuum cleaner. This is because most vacuum cleaners do not perform all the functions like cleaning carpets, hard floors, computers, removing allergens etc. The best vacuum cleaner brands in the market are- Air Storm, Lindhaus, Miele, Nilfisk, Panasonic, Rainbow, Riccar, Samsung, Sharp and Simplicity. This guide is designed to help you find the vacuum cleaner that is best suited to your specific requirement.
Vacuum cleaners come in many types depending on the function. Some of them are:
Upright - These are ideal for carpets.
Canister/Cylinder - These are more versatile than uprights difficult to move around.
Stick/Broom - They have less power and are best suited for small apartments.
Handhelds - These are small vacuum cleaners (usually battery operated) ideal for cleaning specific spots that cannot be reached with other cleaners.
The main features of a vacuum cleaner are:
Type – Choose a type best suited to the kind of surface you would be cleaning.
Ease – Test the vacuum cleaner to make sure it is comfortable to use.
Filtration - Buy a cleaner with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particular Air) filter to remover allergens like dust mites.
Noise – If noise is a problem for you, go for a model that has insulated materials around the motors.
Your guidelines to the right vacuum cleaner:
Models with floor attachments like brushes and metal bottom plates are ideal for houses that have more flooring. However, if your house is largely carpeted, go for a model that has high suction power.
If dust is a concern for you, go for a bag model with an HEPA filter.
Assemble and disassemble the attachments before buying the model to make sure you can handle the model.
Do not pay for fancy attachments you would not require.
Check the height of a fully functional model to make sure it is within your reach.
Go for a model that has accessible power control and height level controllers.
Surf the internet and local classifieds to find the best deals!
Tip: Budget, function, size, height, attachments and operating ease are the most important yardsticks to choose a vacuum cleaner.
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