Buying a vacuum cleaner is a minefield. How do you possibly choose from the different brands, different models, different features and of course different prices? It would be time worth spent to do some research before buying the first one that catches your eye. Below are some things you may wish to consider before parting with your hard earned money.
1. Upright Vacuums vs Canister Vacuums
There are generally two types of vacuum cleaners, the upright and the canister/cylinder. Both of these have their advantages and disadvantages so it's important to know what these are before buying.
Canister - The cylinder type of vacuum cleaner is a more compact model and so therefore is sometimes easier to store in small spaces. Because of it's maneuverability it works very well in awkward places such as corners, stairs and upholstery. They also work very well on hard flooring due to the heavy suction power of cylinder models.
However, the cylinder cleaners rely purely on suction to clean up an area. Dust and dirt is sucked up into the vacuum dust bag through the cleaning hose which means there is a longer distance to travel. For this reason the cylinder may not be as effective on carpets.
Upright - An upright cleaner however will provide you with more control over the job as you can steer it around the room without bending down and dragging any other equipment behind you, as you do with a cylinder. This means it can be better for those who suffer back pain. They can also be better for larger surface areas as they use less energy to suck up the dirt and dust not to mention the physical energy you save!
In terms of function these cleaners have their motor in the head of the vacuum, this drives a fan which sucks up dust and dirt into the bag or container. They also have revolving brushes which loosen and sweep dirt in the carpet, therefore are more effective than cylinder cleaners.
2. Bag or Bagless Vacuums
The next point to consider when purchasing a vacuum is whether to buy one that has a bag or is bagless. Cleaners with bags tend to be cheaper than cleaners that are bagless and they are easy to change and dispose of the bags. Bagless cleaners on the other hand don't involve having to buy bags and deal with hassles of changing them. However, this can pose as an irritant to those suffering from active allergies.
3. Filters
Something else to consider when buying a vacuum is the type of filter it has. There are many types of filters available ranging from the ones that filter air and dust only to the more advanced filters that are suitable for those with pets or allergies. HEPA filters are now the standard for most vacuum cleaners, however new filter technologies found in modern bag or filter vacuums can do just as good a job.
4. Extras
Other factors to consider when buying a vacuum cleaner include the bag capacity, cord length, power assist, and weight. Not to mention good customer support and a full warranty. You want to make sure you are covered should anything go wrong with your vacuum and this can happen with any make or model at any price.
If you do a good job of your research into vacuum cleaners and spend time asking questions you will be able to select a quality vacuum cleaner. This investment in time and effort may save you time and money in the future.
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