Anyone with a carpet needs a vacuum to
help keep it clean. There are many different
types of vacuums on the market, and choosing
the right style is easy with a little
bit of information. Here are some types
of vacuums and their benefits.
Upright Vacuums
These vacuums are used more for carpet
than for bare floors. They are easy to
store and to move around the house.
HEPA Vacuums
Best for those with allergies or asthma,
these vacuums contain filters to clean
the air. They are good options for home
or office use.
Canister Vacuums
These vacuums are useful for stairs and
bare floors, as they are very portable.
Stick Vacuums
Perhaps the most convenient vacuums to
store, these are good for bare floors
or area rugs.
Backpack Vacuums
These are very quiet to use. They are
also very portable and help you clean
difficult-to-reach areas.
Hand-held Vacuums
Perhaps the most portable, these vacuums
can be used to spot clean areas of the
home but are also very useful to clean
out vehicles. They require very little
storage space.
Steam Vacuums/Carpet Cleaners
For deep-cleaning carpets and upholstery,
these vacuums are your best bet.
Commercial Vacuums
These hardy vacuums are good for frequent
usage, particularly in office buildings.
They usually have a longer power cord,
allowing you to reach faraway areas.
Vacuums come in a number of different
brands. Prices vary depending on quality,
durability, and type. When selecting among
vacuums, consider how often you will need
to use your machine (Will you use it daily?);
where you will use it most frequently
(Do you have a lot of hard-to-reach areas?);
and how much space you have to store it.
Some homes or offices require more than
one type of vacuum, to serve different
purposes. For example, if you have a combination
of carpet and hardwood floors, you may
want to have a stick vacuum as well as
an upright or canister vacuum, as these
serve different needs. Wet vacuums are
also useful if you need to clean damp
areas. A salesperson can help you determine
which specific brand or model will help
you best serve your needs.
This article was posted on September
19, 2005
