When choosing the right kind of vacuum cleaner there are a few things you need to factor in before it comes down to purchasing. Not only is price a factor, but size and features should also be a consideration so that you can reap the benefits from your new vacuum cleaner. Vacuum cleaners come in a range of models, and size, features and price so it's important you do you're research before you buy one.
If you are looking for convenient vacuum cleaning then a barrel vacuum cleaner may just be the one for you. These appliances have a flexible hose that connects to a wheeled canister unit containing the bag and motor. Barrel vacuum cleaners are great if you have a minimum amount of storage, as you can fit the hose into awkward spaces. Most of these vacuums come with multiple heads and brushes that can be attached to the house for different tasks.
This buying guide will help you find the perfect barrel vacuum cleaner to suit your requirements.
If you are living in a small apartment or storage space is a concern to you then you should make sure that your vacuum cleaner is a practical size for your storage space. There are many compact vacuum cleaners available to suit this requirement.
However, if you are living in a large house it is recommended you purchase a vacuum cleaner that has a large enough capacity to clean multiple rooms in one go. Otherwise, you may need to empty your bag more frequently than desired.
Vacuum cleaner's power is rated in watts. The vacuum's power usually ranges from 1600 watts to 2200 watts. This measures the amount of electricity a vacuum uses; it has nothing to do with how well a vacuum operates. To find out the vacuum's suction power you need to convert the watts into airflow.
However, Dyson models don't work on the principal of watts; instead they have an exclusive Radix CycloneT technology. This separates dirt from the air by centrifugal force. It doesn't rely on a bag or filter, so it doesn't lose suction when using it room after room after room.
Filtration is an important hygiene consideration when purchasing a vacuum cleaner. A filter in a vacuum cleaner is used to filter the exhaust air. There are many different filters available on the market and it is important to be sure that the vacuum you choose has a filter which is up to your health standards and requirements. Be aware that some entry level vacuum cleaners have no filtration at all.
A common and extremely effective vacuum cleaner filter is the HEPA filter. This is very beneficial for asthma and allergy sufferers. HEPA filters trap fine particles (such as pollen and dust mite faeces) which trigger allergy and asthma symptoms. It is important that the vacuum cleaner has a fully sealed air system for the HEPA filter to be entirely effective. If you can't stand loud noises, especially while you're trying to watch TV peacefully, the noise level of vacuum cleaners is an important consideration when purchasing a vacuum cleaner - for obvious reasons.
Vacuum bags come in two varieties: disposable and reusable. They both have certain pros and cons regarding use. You don't need to shake and handle disposable bags whereas reusable bags you do not need to buy replacements and tend to be more environmentally friendly.
Having a vacuum cleaner that is easy to get around is important. Manoeuvrability is commonly overlooked when purchasing a vacuum cleaner however it can be extremely frustrating to clean a house with a vacuum that lacks mobility. One thing to look for are wheels that have a 360 degree swivel and a long power cord (a retractable power cord can make life very easy) to give you a greater operating radius (anything above 8m is good).