A vacuum cleaner is a household appliance so necessary in a modern household that it is in almost every family. Manufacturers are constantly improving their models of vacuum cleaners, so when you have a choice which device to purchase, it is easy to get confused. The main parameters when choosing this household appliance are design type, suction power, dust collector volume, dust collector type, filters, noise level. We will analyze each parameter individually:
Type of construction
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- Type of construction
- Suction power
- Dust collector capacity
- Dust collector type
- Filters
- Noise level
On this basis, vacuum cleaners are distinguished into traditional bottle and vertical. In our country, balloon devices are most common, as they are multifunctional. With the help of such units, it is possible to sweep and wash not only the floor, but also to wipe the furniture, wash the windows.
Cylinder vacuum cleaners also subdivided into three types:
- tame - compact devices that conveniently vacuum a small area, for example, a car interior;
- small-sized - standard-sized models, convenient for use in apartments;
- full-sized - heavy dimensional apparatuses, which are used when cleaning large areas, for example, offices, trading floors, production shops.
Vertical models less common. These models are similar to a mop - they have a long handle and a brush. Such vacuum cleaners are better because most models work on batteries, that is, when cleaning, the cord does not stretch for you and does not bother you. Of the minuses of these models, it is necessary to highlight the fact that they are suitable only for cleaning floors. You cannot wash windows or furniture with such devices, because for the proper operation of the vacuum cleaner you need to hold the handle only at a certain angle.
Suction power
Suction power - this parameter plays one of the most important roles when choosing a vacuum cleaner. The packages of these devices usually indicate the power consumption, that is, the one on which the power consumption of the device depends. The suction power must be sought in the characteristics of the model. The most common suction power is 250–480 watts.
For an apartment with linoleum, parquet or other smooth types of floors, a vacuum cleaner with a power of up to 300 watts will be enough. Units with a suction power of more than 300 watts will cope even with the hair of furry pets. But if you have a lot of upholstered furniture, long-pile carpets, then you should choose a unit that is more powerful in suction power.
Dust collector capacity
The volumes of the dust bag are different, but the smaller the volume, the more often the vacuum cleaner will need to be cleaned of dust and debris. At the same time, it is worth considering the fact that when cleaning dust bags or containers, you will have to breathe the dust from which you will clean them.
Dust collector type
By the type of dust collectors, vacuum cleaners are divided into bag, bagless and aquafilters.
Distinctive feature bag dust collectors is, as the name implies, a bag. It can be disposable or reusable. Disposable bags are made of paper, and, as they are full, are removed from the device. Then a new one is put in place of the filled bag. Reusable bags are made from fabric or durable non-woven materials.
When the bag is full, the garbage is removed from the bag, and the bag itself is cleaned and reinserted into the vacuum cleaner for future use. With proper care, reusable bags can serve almost as much as the unit itself.
Bagless dust collectors are containers that need to be cleaned as they are filled with garbage. These dust collectors are sometimes called cyclone, since the dust and debris in the container rotates in a spiral and then settles at the bottom of the container. These containers are convenient in that they can be cleaned of dust and debris, washed, dried and put back.
Vacuum cleaners with aquafilters more expensive and heavier than their counterparts, but they are the most environmentally friendly - the water in the filter absorbs dirty air and releases moistened clean air. This type of dust bag is perfect for allergy sufferers.
Filters
The filtration system in modern vacuum cleaners is of two types - water and HEPA (the abbreviation for the phrase "high-performance particle retention").
Water filters - These are aquafilters that purify air up to 99% of dust and all kinds of impurities. The essence of water filters is that even the smallest particles when sucked fall into the water tank and die there.
HEPA Filters (HEPA) are interchangeable and permanent. Replaceable need to be replaced at least once a year, as they tend to wear out. These filters are made of paper or fiberglass. Permanent filters are made of fluorine fiber and do not require replacement, but they need periodic cleaning. When choosing a HEPA filter, you should pay attention to the degree of purification of the filter - the larger it is, the smaller particles the vacuum cleaner will clean.
Ideal for a filtration system are considered units in which both a water filter and HEPA are present. In this case, the unit provides 99.97% of air purification.
Noise level
It is also worth paying attention to such an indicator as the noise level. The quietest noise level of devices with a bag dust bag. Cyclone-type devices emit a bit more noise. The loudest noise is the units with aquafilters. This criterion should be guided by those who have small children, or those who can not stand loud sounds.
When deciding on the main parameters when choosing a device for cleaning, it is worth moving on to additional functions. You need to decide what exactly you need a vacuum cleaner for - for wet or dry cleaning, what nozzles, brushes you will need.
Or maybe you want to buy a vacuum cleaner that will remove dust itself? Then you should pay attention to robotic vacuum cleaners. They drive around the apartment themselves and remove dust from the floor, carefully circling all corners. These robots work on batteries, which they themselves can charge by approaching the base on the floor to recharge. All human work with this device is only to configure the program that the robot will execute.
For example, you can configure it to clean the floor while you are at work or simply not at home. In this case, you will not worry that you accidentally step on the robot. This robot can also be controlled using the remote control, and more modern models are controlled through a special program in the smartphone. But with all the seeming benefits of the robot, it will not be able to perform wet cleaning of the apartment, as a washing vacuum cleaner can do.
Vacuum Cleaners distinguished by a very high price, compared with other similar devices and for dry cleaning. But they can be vital for allergy sufferers or for families with small children. They are also suitable for those who have carpets and upholstered furniture in the interior. But you should not buy a washing vacuum cleaner for those who have parquet or laminate on the floor, or furniture in a wooden apartment.
All these materials are very afraid of moisture and therefore cleaning with such an aggregate is extremely contraindicated for them. Also a minus of this device is its large weight and dimensions, and it will be very difficult and difficult for a fragile housewife to clean using him. But a huge plus when choosing a washing vacuum cleaner is that with it, cleaning will need to be carried out much less often.
If you previously vacuumed, and also wiped various surfaces every other day with a damp cloth, then using a washing vacuum cleaner it will be enough to clean 1 time per week.
When choosing a vacuum cleaner, you should pay attention to the nozzles that come with the kit. There are few basic nozzles and their availability will facilitate cleaning:
- floor brush - The main nozzle that can be used when cleaning floors and other surfaces;
- slit nozzle - it is used when it is necessary to "get" dust from hard-to-reach places;
- turbo brush - brush with rollers that rotate and clean the surface from contamination.
Each manufacturer can also sell other types of brushes, for example, vacuum, parquet, electrostatic ...
Many vacuum cleaners, including robots, have the so-called bumpers - rubberized linings, thanks to which the unit does not scratch the furniture.
Modern vacuum cleaners have mechanical or electronic controls. Mechanical devices are equipped with an on-off button. Electronic devices have displays on which preset programs are displayed or indicators for filling the dust bag, filter replacement, and the need for recharging light up.
In addition to vacuum cleaners for the home, there are also industrial machines on the market. They are used in construction or in car washes. These devices have higher requirements, because the quality of the services performed by the organization depends on these vacuum cleaners. In construction, vacuum cleaners help in cleaning not only ordinary dust, but also construction dust, as well as when cleaning surfaces from metal chips.
At car washes, professional car vacuum cleaners carry out dry cleaning of the passenger compartment, engine. Using special devices, you can even remove the unpleasant odor from the passenger compartment. These devices are notable for their high cost, but sometimes their use is simply necessary not only at work, but also in everyday life.
Finally I want to say that a good choice when buying a vacuum cleaner depends on your needs, but no matter which vacuum cleaner you choose, let it last a long time.
