Types of Vacuum Cleaners - Menu
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Match Your Tasks and Cleaning Style
Which type of vacuum cleaner should you purchase? An upright or canister? A cleaner with one motor or two? This overview of the various types and how to match your tasks and cleaning styles is well worth reading.
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Traditional Upright Vacuum Cleaner
The traditional upright vacuum design has been around for many years. Its unique design enables it to perform better and more efficiently than most modern uprights.
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"Clean Air" Upright Vacuum Cleaner
The "clean-air" design is very common in modern uprights with on-board attachments. Learn why this newer design is so widely used and how it can produce better attachment performance.
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Two-Motor Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Two heads are better than one. Learn why two motors are often better than one when used in the upright design. This article discusses the performance and versatility gained with this upright design.
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Two-Motor Power Team
The two motor design really shines when it comes to canisters with power nozzles. Learn why they clean carpets so much better than canister vacuums which use only air flow and "elbow grease."
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Canister Vacuum Cleaner
There is still a place for the standard canister vacuum cleaner. Do you have a good upright but need something for efficient attachment use? Compact canisters are quite popular to team with
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Hand Held Vacuum Cleaner
A convenient hand vacuum might be just the thing for cleaning your stairs, upholstery or car. Roam freely with cordless ones or clean more effectively with corded ones. Learn the benefits and shortcomings of both.
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Electric Broom Vacuum Cleaner
Kitchens and dining rooms experience their share of spills. Why drag out the full size vacuum when a lightweight electric broom will fill the need? Like hand held vacuums, these come in cordless and corded varieties.
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Wet/Dry Utility Vacuum Cleaner
Every household should have one of these convenient utility vacuums to pick up those unexpected wet spills and some large debris. Learn how these vacuums are uniquely designed to handle these special tasks.
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Central Vacuum System
Learn what makes central vacuum systems so popular in Canada and why they are gaining ground in the United States. This article also describes various designs and how they affect the system performance.
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Steam (Hot Water) Extractor
When a carpet's fibers look dull, reach for a "Steam" cleaner or carpet scrubber. These are handy to have in your home for routine carpet cleaning. Learn about the various household types and their unique benefits.
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Categories
Canisters & Power Teams
Miele Canisters
- Miele HomeCare
(In-Store Only) - Miele Complete C3
(Formerly S8) - Miele CX1 Blizzard
Bagless Vacuums - Miele Classic C1
(Formerly S2) - Miele Compact C1
Retired 2024 - Miele Compact C2
Retired 2021 - Miele Compact C2
Retired 2017 - Miele S2 Canisters
Retired 2015 - Miele S5 Canisters
Retired 2012 - Miele S4 Canisters
Retired 2011 - Miele S500i & S600i
Retired 2006 - Miele S300i Series
Retired 2003 - Miele S200i Series
Retired
- Miele HomeCare
- SEBO Canisters
- Sanitaire Canisters
- Titan Power Teams
- Electrolux/Precision
Retired - Sirena Canisters
- Panasonic Canisters
Retired - Eureka Canisters
Retired - Hoover Canisters
Retired
Upright Vacuums
Stick Vacuums
Central Vacuums
Bags
Filters
Belts
Light Bulbs
Hoses
Wands
Power Nozzles
Turbine Nozzles
Floor Nozzles
Dusting Brushes
Upholstery Nozzles
Crevice Tools
Special Attachments
Parts & Misc. Supplies
- Central Vac Inlets, Elbows, etc.