Vacuum Cleaner Guide

The vacuum is an absolute must have in home appliances today.  Everyone relies on a vacuum to keep the home free of dirt and dust.  However, how it is done doesn't really give a lot of thought as to how efficient the vacuum really is.

Before electric vacuums were invented, home cleaning was tedious.  Floors had to be cleaned with brushes, mops, and brooms.  Rugs and carpets had to be removed from the floor, hung outside and beaten to remove the dust.  This involved a great deal of time and effort and caused many health issues.

Early inventions of non electric floor cleaners made home cleaning easier.  Many began looking for ways to improve on the efficiency of these machines, causing all types of contraptions to be invented.

In the 100 year history of the vacuum there have been many improvements in the technology.  The first electric vacuums were created in the early 1900s and in 1908 the Hoover company built the first electric vacuum that used a cloth filter bag and cleaning attachments.

During the following years, many different designs and models were made, each varying in weight, size, suction power, performance and other features.  With all the designs, the upright vacuum remained the most popular.

Today's upright vacuums will make cleaning much easier.  They are light, versatile and come in bagged and bag-less designs. They include tools to assist in removing dust from drapes, upholstery, and hard to reach areas.

A bagless vacuum makes certain there is no need to purchase vacuum cleaner bags.  The container can be emptied directly into the waste basket.  This should be done outdoors to prevent the dust from returning back into the home.

Those who suffer from allergies should stick to a bagged vacuum.  The bags make certain the dust is in a sealed area and when it becomes full it is simply thrown away with little chance of dust exposure. The best vacuums to help allergy sufferers are the Oreck XL Ultra and Hoover Wind Tunnel.

When purchasing a vacuum it is important to choose the best unit that fits home cleaning needs.  Think about carpets, rugs, hard floors, and stairs before the purchase.  This will ensure that the right vacuum and accessories are purchased, and will save time and effort when it comes to cleaning.