In Search For A Great Vacuum Cleaner

Great News for Consummers in my many years in the vacuum cleaner business (over 25 years)
there has not been a time that consumers have had so many choices of Great Vacuum cleaner manufacturers and a wide selection of vacuum cleaners to choose from.

Even though the vacuum cleaner industry has changed for the most part for the best, the adbundance of great vacuum manufacturers and wide selection of vacuums may cause confusion to which vacuum to purchase. I suggest use the internet as a tool to gather information, talk with family members and friends, and go to your Local Independent Vacuum Cleaner Dealer! Try a few  models and check out all the Brands in the store and ask your Local Dealer questions to make sure the vacuum has the options for your cleaning needs. Your Local Dealers are the ones who will be servicing and repairing all vacuums, so they have seen it all!

Steam Mops, Steam Vacuums, Carpet Shampooers

Last time, I recommended steam vacuums in home of enticing some readers to think deeply about the many benefits of steam. They are natural sources of cleaning without chemicals and best of all, the solution is free! Steam also makes an effective germ-killer, as it hits temperatures that are simply too hot for some micro-organisms to live. However, I’ve been receiving a few inquiries elsewhere that there is a huge confusion between steam mops, steam vacuums, and carpet shampooers. Allow me to break it down:

Steam Mops

Mops are meant to be used on hard floors, such as hardwood, tile, marble, and others. These appliances allow you to steam the floor and use its power to lift dirt and grime away from its pores. It typically has a sponge or microfiber pad to pick up any impurities.

Steam Vacuums

As mentioned before, they are vacuums that heat up your carpet. Some steam vacuums do double as a steam mop. That is, some steam vacuums are capable of running on hard floors, although most steam mops cannot run onto carpeted floors. Another tricky note, steam vacuums also may be carpet shampooers. Some models offer a steaming and shampooing option.

Carpet Shampooer

These machines are typically the heaviest of the three, and most expensive. These units are also called carpet extractors, and they both shampoo, clean, and dry carpet in one go. These vacuums are powerful and should be used sparingly, unless you have a lot of foot traffic.

Bosch BSG81360UC Electro Duo Canister Vacuum Cleaner Review

Model Number: BSG81360UC
Model Name: Premium Electro Duo
Vacuum Type: Canister
Motor: 1400 watts; 12 amps
Color: Red
Weight: 13.5 pounds/6.2 kilos
Operating Radius: 32.8 feet (10 meters)
Filtration System: Air Clean HEPA Filter System
Step On/Off Power Button Canister: Yes
One Step Self-Sealing Dust Bag Change System: Yes
Suction Stop: Yes
Parking and Storage Aid (2 Positions): Yes
Built-In Carrying Handle: Yes
Cord Rewind: Yes
Automatic Electronic Rewind When Unplugged: No
Flexible Hose with 360° Swivel at Handle: Yes
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