Vacuum Cleaners - Efficient Cleaning Appliances for Your Home

Vacuum cleaners are household appliances used to clean floors and surfaces by sucking in dirt and debris through a nozzle. They are designed to create suction to remove dust, dirt, and other particles efficiently.
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Appliance
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Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Vacuum Cleaners FAQ


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What are the different types of vacuum cleaners?

A simple introduction to vacuum cleaners and how they clean the dirt from your home using suction and filters, including bag, bagless, cylonic, and water vacuums.

How many parts does a vacuum cleaner have?

Basically, a vacuum cleaner is a household appliance designed to remove dust, dirt, debris, and other particles from various surfaces, such as tiles, floors, sofa, curtains, mattress and more. Many know that a vacuum cleaner mainly has 7 parts: 1. Body: The main housing that contains the motor, fan, dust bag and other internal components. 2.

What are the benefits of using a vacuum cleaner?

Vacuum cleaners offer a faster and more effective way to clean various surfaces, including floors, carpets, and upholstery. Their powerful suction and cleaning mechanisms easily remove dirt, dust, and debris. Here are some detailed benefits of vacuum cleaners that make life easier and healthier.

How does a vacuum cleaner work?

Cyclonic separation: A vacuum cleaner employing this method is also bagless. It causes intake air to be cycled or spun so fast that most of the dust is forced out of the air and falls into a collection bin. The operation is similar to that of a centrifuge. Centrifugal separators eliminate the problem of a bag becoming clogged with fine dust.

What are the different types of vacuum cleaner?

8 Different Types of Vacuum Cleaner (Explained!) With names like upright, cylinder, stick, and wet/dry…the various vacuum types can be confusing! Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of each type, to help you make the right choice for your home. We’ve written a detailed guide to each vacuum type below.

How are vacuum cleaners tested?

Vacuum cleaners are put through a series of rigorous hands-on tests as part of our reviewing process. All vacuums are tested in a domestic setting, and used for the kinds of everyday cleaning tasks they are intended for. However, we also run a series of technical tests, which vary slightly depending on what type of vacuum cleaner we’re reviewing.

Where can I buy a vacuum cleaner online?

Popular online retailers that sell vacuum cleaners include: Argos stocks a wide selection of vacs from brands, including Dyson, Shark and Vax. Currys has a solid mix of uprights and cordless alternatives, with models, including the Dyson V8 Animal.

Which vacuum cleaner should I buy?

Upright vacuum cleaner Good for larger homes. You push it in front of you and don't have to bend down to clean. Most have turbo brushes. Cylinder vacuum cleaner Traditional vac you pull behind you. They have long flexible hoses and tend to be cheaper.

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