A vacuum cleaner is one of the most important gadgets in every home. Especially if it has a large number of carpets. Tips for choosing a vacuum cleaner under different conditions are published below.

Types of vacuum cleaners for cleaning apartments and houses

In modern stores, there is a huge selection of a variety of vacuum cleaners for every taste and budget. There are several basic types that each buyer will find useful:

  1. Vacuum cleaners. In such a device, there are two containers for liquid. In one there is water with detergent, in the second - dirty, waste. These unique vacuum cleaners are capable of both dry and wet cleaning, and even humidify indoor air. With their help, you can tidy upholstered furniture, mirrors and windows.
  2. Robot vacuum cleaners. Such devices can be called real helpers for every housewife. The gadget independently moves around the apartment and removes pollution on the floor in automatic mode. Modern models have the functions of not only dry, but also wet cleaning. True, among their main disadvantages is not the budget cost.
  3. Vacuum cleaners with aquafilter. The air entering the device passes through a tank of water and is cleaned efficiently. Only then does he get back into the room. The main advantage of such a vacuum cleaner is the hostess's lack of replaceable dust collectors. Of course, you do not need to shake them into the bathroom. It is only necessary to pour out dirty water and dry the container in which it was located.
  4. Cyclonic vacuum cleaners.These are new models that have already gained popularity among buyers. Such devices have low noise. They also have no dust bags for the mistresses that they dislike. During the operation of the gadget, air is sucked in with the litter and moves in a spiral in a special container for dirt.
  5. Vertical vacuum cleaners. They are also called “hand held”. These are small-sized lightweight devices that are well suited for cleaning small areas. They allow you to handle even the most inaccessible places. To work with the equipment, there is no need to assemble it for a long time. Such a vacuum cleaner is put into operation in just a couple of minutes.
  6. Vacuum cleaners with a turbo brush. This is a great option "assistant" for those who have pets. A variety of carpets and furniture are very carefully cleaned with spiral bristles. But the turbo brush often has to be cleaned. Accumulated dirt greatly affects the quality of cleaning.

Which of the existing vacuum cleaners to choose depends on many factors, for example, the size of the house or apartment, the presence of high thresholds and very low furniture. When choosing, it is better to consult with an experienced sales assistant, telling him in detail about their living conditions.

What to look for when choosing

There are several parameters that you need to first pay attention to when choosing a vacuum cleaner. Which of them will be more important, each buyer decides for himself.

Type of dust bag: bag, container or aquafilter

Equipment with a special dust bag is considered a classic. Among the main advantages of this option is its quick availability. No need to fill the tank with water, clean it, dry it. You can simply throw away the old paper bag and install a new one. As for fabric containers, manufacturers have practically not used them lately.

However, in this case, the owner of the vacuum cleaner will regularly have to spend money on new paper bags. In addition, as the capacity is filled, the suction force of the device is noticeably reduced.

Plastic containers for collecting dust and dirt have an advantage over bags - they definitely will not tear from a sharp pebble or sliver, which means that garbage will not be re-scattered throughout the room. But such a container will have to be washed regularly and thoroughly dried.

The most modern vacuum cleaners without a dust bag are equipped with an aquafilter. All dirt in the process of cleaning water "takes". After each cleaning, the darkened liquid needs to be poured, the container thoroughly washed and dried. Also the disadvantages of such devices include their high cost and impressive weight.

Power selection

Often, consultants in stores are also advised to choose a vacuum cleaner for themselves according to suction power. After all, the more actively the air is sucked in by the device, the better the cleaning result.

There is a scheme that will help you easily figure out what kind of vacuum cleaner is worth buying for a specific buyer:

  • 350 watts - ideal for cleaning linoleum, laminate, parquet, tile. Users who do not have carpets in their apartment can safely buy vacuum cleaners with minimal power;
  • 400 watts - easy to handle short pile carpets. Devices with such power can cope well even with pet hair on the carpet;
  • 450 watts - suitable for cleaning even long-pile carpets. Can be used for other similar coatings.

By the way, exactly robotic vacuum cleaners usually have low power. For example, the most popular models from Xiaomi today. Therefore, it is best to trust them to clean the floor without any coatings.

By type of cleaning: dry, wet or combination

Most of the vacuum cleaners are precisely devices exclusively for dry cleaning of rooms. The principle of their operation is simple and clear: with the help of a fan, both air and dirt getting into its stream are sucked in. Then the stream is filtered (garbage remains in the device) and thrown back.Different devices have different filtering systems.

Washing gadgets can do the same, but in addition, they can help the housewife in wet cleaning. Such vacuum cleaners also perfectly cope with spilled liquid. The floor instantly becomes dry and clean. Such vacuum cleaners are a very useful thing for families with children and / or pets. They are great for general cleaning. But for daily dust collection it is better to take a more compact and lightweight gadget.

Filtration system device

In the simplest models, a disposable or reusable dust collector is installed, for example, a fabric bag consisting of several layers. They get dirty quickly and need washing. In addition, such bags have to be shaken out manually, which is not too hygienic. Paper bags are nice to use, but regularly have to spend money on replacing them.

In devices with a cyclone filter, a plastic container is usually installed. During the operation of the vacuum cleaner, a real tornado is formed inside it. Dust spins quickly inside the container. As a result, clean air is in the middle, and garbage remains near the walls. Buying replacement containers is not required, but you need to wash and dry the existing plastic. By the way, such models are very noisy.

In many modern vacuum cleaners, an aquafilter is installed - a container filled with water. Its contents trap dirt and dust. The air purified in this way goes out. After cleaning, be sure to drain the water. Regardless of the material the device is made of, it is always heavy.

Noise level

When choosing the best vacuum cleaner for the home, you need to consider the noise level created by the device. This is especially important if the buyer lives in an apartment building, and regular cleaning can greatly interfere with the neighbors. It should immediately be noted that today there are no powerful high-quality vacuum cleaners that do not create absolutely no noise.

If we are talking about the quietest gadgets, then you need to consider devices with an indicator of 42 to 70 dB. The sound that is made within these limits is not annoying and even allows you to communicate with others. For standard models familiar to us, the discussed indicator is higher - from 74 to 80 dB.

Among the quietest models, gadgets from Thomas, Dyson, Polaris, Bosch stand out. If we talk about the budget device, then one of the most popular is the Midea VCS43C1 option. This is a dustless bagless model. If the buyer is not too limited in budget, he should pay attention to the Bosch 3U1800 variant. This gadget works almost silently. Among its other advantages is a long cable, which is enough to clean even the largest room, as well as an indicator showing the fullness of the dirt tank.

Additional functions

Today in stores you can choose a vacuum cleaner for the apartment for just about any taste. There is an option for even the most demanding customers. For this, manufacturers are trying to equip their "brainchildren" with new and interesting features. For example, among them stand out:

  1. The function of turning off the device when the dust tank is full. This is very convenient if the vacuum cleaner does not have an indicator showing the same indicator. As you know, the continued operation of a crowded device can cause him much harm. And such a function will protect the gadget from premature combustion.
  2. Automatic adjustment of water and steam. This function is relevant, of course, only for washing models.
  3. The presence of flavorings. Special granules are placed in the trash bin to neutralize the unpleasant odor of dust.
  4. Lock the device if it does not have a dust bag. This feature also protects the vacuum cleaner from premature damage.

Some modern devices are even equipped with a special “bumper” that protects expensive furniture in the room from damage.

Choosing a vacuum cleaner for your home or apartment is a responsible business. Therefore, on the eve of the purchase, it is worth exploring as much useful information as possible on this topic.

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