In
past articles, we have stressed how important it is to vacuum your carpets
and rugs regularly. Since that is something we harp on, we are consistently
asked “What is the best vacuum to get?” We do not have a specific brand to
recommend but here are some tips on what to look for or consider when buying a
vacuum.
Beater
Bar Brush
For carpets and rugs,
this is important. The beater bar brush is needed to loosen up the dirt during
vacuuming.
Upright
vacuum or a canister vacuum
Upright vacuums do a better
overall job on carpets, though canister vacuums are easier to maneuver,
especially on stairs. Also, top of the line canisters typically have a motor-driven
head for better carpet cleaning.
Bagless
vacuums verses bagged vacuums
Bagless vacuums save
you the cost of bags, but like bagged models they still require filters.
Emptying a bagless vacuum is also a dustier process, a concern if you have
asthma or allergies.
Other features
to consider.
Edge-cleaning tools
help at corners and baseboards. If you will use your vacuum to vacuum
draperies, make sure it has a suction control feature in order to protect the
drapes. If you
will use your vacuum for both bare floors and
carpets, get one with a brush on/off switch. This will help safeguard from
scratching bare floors and prevents scattered dust and debris.
Most
Important, give it a spin before buying.
Even if you order your
vacuum online, visit a store first. Push, pull, turn and lift any models you’re
considering. The bottom line is, you may have the most expensive, fanciest
vacuum, but if it is heavy, awkward to use or move around and you do not use
it, it is a horrible vacuum. The reality is that the best model for you
(whether cheap or very expensive) is the one you will use.
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