How Canister Vacuum Cleaners Differ From Upright Models

Upright vacuum cleaners have become popular in recent years, but canister vacuum cleaners remain well-liked and have many advantages.  There used to be a clear distinction in the past between choosing the type of model vacuum cleaner.   An upright vacuum cleaner was chosen to work on carpets and a canister vacuum cleaner was best suited for hard surfaces like tiles or laminate flooring.  However this is no longer the case as manufactures try to ensure that both upright and canister vacuum cleaners work well on all types of floor surfaces.

The Benefits of Canister Vacuum Cleaners:

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   Canister vacuum cleaners can be more expensive than upright vacuum cleaners, but canister vacuums tend to be much quieter machines.

·        Canister vacuum cleaners are powerful and have a higher suction than upright vacuum cleaners.

·        Canister vacuum cleaners usually come better equipped than upright vacuum cleaners with a large variety of vacuum cleaner accessories and tools.  They often have various hose lengths making it easier to adapt to cleaning e.g. curtains.  Their wide range of vacuum cleaner accessories means they are great for cleaning stairs and other hard to reach areas.

·     Canister vacuum cleaners are effective at preventing dirt and dust from scattering, which can often be an issue with upright vacuum cleaners.

·       Some canister vacuum cleaners use a HEPA filtration making it extremely efficient, removing almost all airborne particles from the immediate environment.  This has the added benefit of helping families that suffer with allergies or dust pollution. 

·     Speak with a specialist dealer about other benefits of canister vacuum cleaners or advice on specific models.

Types of Canister Vacuum Cleaners

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   Typical canister vacuum cleaners have the motor and bag located in a separate unit, often attached to the wheels, whilst the hose connects the head to the cylinder.

·     Canister models are also available as a wet and dry vacuum cleaner.  These can collect liquid spillages in addition to the usual dry debris.  These models are often favoured as industrial floor cleaners.

·    Backpack canister vacuums are also favoured as industrial hoovers as they can be worn by professional cleaners and allow for cleaning whilst travelling around.

Considerations

It is no longer necessary to choose your type of vacuum cleaner according to your flooring as manufacturers have designed models to adapt to clean all floor types.  It is now more important, when choosing a canister vacuum cleaner to consider your budget, size of area to be cleaned, along with the size and weight of machine you need as well and the number and type of vacuum cleaner accessories you require.  For more help contact a reputable dealer who can give you specific advice.

A Guide to Making Your Vacuum Cleaner Last Longer

Vacuum cleaners are expensive to buy and so you want them to last a long time.  There are several things you can do to look after your vacuum cleaner, to make it more efficient and to last for longer.

Different models need different levels of care according to the manufacturers.  You should therefore read the user manual carefully for help and tips.  A specialist dealer in vacuum cleaners can also give you specific advice about your machine.  Here are some general tips:

1)    Regularly empty the container on your vacuum cleaner or replace your vacuum cleaner bags.  Bagged vacuum cleaners will need changing whenever vacuum bags are full and a light usually indicates when this is required.  Bagless models will need to be emptied well in advance of the debris in the container reaching the “full” line. 

2)   Regularly check and remove hair, fibres and string etc. from the brush roll on the bottom of vacuum cleaners.  This will help to keep the wheels turning efficiently and enabling your vacuum cleaner to pick up dust and dirt more effectively. 

3)   Be sure to clean out clogged areas of your vacuum cleaner unit as and when it is needed.  Areas that become blocked can lead to vacuum cleaners not working properly and losing power or efficiency.

4)   Regularly check the filters.  These need to be kept clean in order to keep your vacuum cleaner doing its job properly.  If a filter is blocked or full of dirt, it will not be able to pick up any more debris!  If a filter is regularly becoming blocked or if it is damaged, you will need to have it replaced.  Contact a specialist dealer who can help with this.

5)   Regularly check your vacuum cleaner accessories.  All the extensions and various attachments should be kept clean and not damaged.  Inspect the vacuum cleaner belt and make sure that these are not wearing thin or becoming old and worn out.  Belts and other vacuum cleaner accessories can also easily be replaced.

6)   Check that you have sufficient vacuum spares to hand such as vacuum cleaner bags and perhaps a new vacuum cleaner belt in case your vacuum cleaner suddenly breaks down or needs a new part. 

7)   Check your vacuum cleaner cord has no fraying wires.

By regularly checking and maintaining your vacuum cleaner, you can help prevent break downs and make it last for longer.  Contact a specialist dealer for more specific advice about makes and models along with general advice about vacuum cleaner bags, vacuum spares and vacuum cleaner accessories.