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
