subject: Consumer’s Guide in Choosing the Right Canister Vacuum Cleaner [print this page] Author: R.c.s Author: R.c.s
Canister vacuum cleaners include a canister portion with a long wand and flexible hose. It contains the motor and bag, thus making it lighter and more portable than an upright. Since these machines have rotating brushes that can be turned on and off.
They are efficient in cleaning tiles, carpets, hardwood
floors, tight spaces, drapes, ceilings, and furniture using the right attachments.
There are a lot of canister vacuum models available in the market at present. Buying a unit may be very confusing since each model offers different features in each other. This article will give you some tips to help you in choosing the right canister model that fit your needs.
For large spaces, choose a vacuum that has long hoses and cords. Make sure that it is lightweight, easy to move around the house and can be emptied with minimal trouble. It is also important to look for strong revolving brushes for deep cleaning of carpets and rugs.
If you or anyone in the household has allergies or asthma, choose a canister vac with true HEPA filter to make sure that the air being exhausted back in the room is clean.
If you are sensitive to dust particles, you may choose a bagged vacuum over a bagless one because emptying the canister of bagless model may expose yourself to dust.
When choosing between bagged and bagless canister vacuums, compare the cost of replacing bags against the cost of replacing filters. They may have similar cost maintenance so choose the model which is more convenient to use and do not require much cleaning job.
Check on the tools and attachments that come with the unit. Make an assessment as to which tool will suit your cleaning needs. Depending on the type of floor surfaces you plan to clean, there are three kinds of tools available in the market. These are:
1. Plastic brush that is about 10-12 inches wide with soft bristles is recommended for smooth surfaces.
2. Turbo brush with spinning drum roller and hard bristles that is perfect for wall to wall cleaning of carpet.
3. A power head brush is also efficient in wall-to-wall carpeting especially if you have pets at home. This is powered by separate motor.
Before purchasing a unit, do as much research on the different models as you can. Get feedback from users as to which brand or model is best recommended and most effective.
Buying a good vacuum cleaner is a pretty big investment. Know what you really need and always compare one unit with another. So go and suck up dirt with your new vacuum cleaner!About the Author:
