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Resources, reviews and buying information on vacuums, carpet cleaners, and other floor care products and accessories.

Steam Carpet Cleaner Buying Tips

Steam Carpet Cleaner Buying Tips, how to buy a steam carpet cleaner, buying a carpet cleaner, carpet cleaning machine, how to buy a carpet cleaner

Handheld or Portable Steam Carpet Spot Cleaner Buying Tips

Handheld Carpet Spot Cleaner Buying Tips; carpet spot cleaner buying tips; buying a spot cleaner, before you buy a spot cleaner for your carpet

Buy a Vacuum - What You Should Consider

Before you buy a vacuum, here's what you should consider. Vacuum buying tips.

Buy a Vacuum for a Home With Pets

Tips on buying a pet vacuum. How to buy a vacuum if you have animals. An Animal vacuum has additional features to help keep your home clean. Vacuum buying tips, vacuum - getting a vacuum for a home with pets

Buy Anti-Fatigue Mats - Buying Tips for Anti-fatigue Kitchen Mats

Anti-fatigue mats can make it easier to stand for hours at your kitchen counter, but there are some things you should consider before you buy.

Handheld or Portable Steam Carpet Spot Cleaner Buying Tips

Handheld Carpet Spot Cleaner Buying Tips; carpet spot cleaner buying tips; buying a spot cleaner, before you buy a spot cleaner for your carpet

Should a Rug be Vacuumed Before Cleaning With a Steam Carpet Cleaner?

Vacuum a Carpet Before Cleaning With a Steam Carpet Cleaner; should a rug be vacuumed before cleaning with a steam carpet cleaner?

Steam Carpet Cleaner Buying Tips

Steam Carpet Cleaner Buying Tips, how to buy a steam carpet cleaner, buying a carpet cleaner, carpet cleaning machine, how to buy a carpet cleaner

Swiffer Pink Sweeper Kit - Swiffer Limited Edition Pink Sweeper Kit

Review of Swiffer Limited Edition Pink Sweeper Kit that includes dry and wet cleaning tools.

Shark Steam Pocket Mop S3501 With 2-Sided Cleaning Review

Review of Shark Steam Pocket Mop S3501 with 2-sided cleaning. Shark Steam Pocket Mop review.

Recycling Older Vacuum Attachments

Newer vacuum attachments leave much to be desired. It may be wise to recycle older attachments when upgrading to a same-brand vacuum.

What's a Vacuum Powerhead, Power Bar, or Power Nozzle?

What's a vacuum powerhead, power bar or power nozzle? Find out what a vacuum power bar is and what it is used for.

Buy a Vacuum for a Home With Pets

Tips on buying a pet vacuum. How to buy a vacuum if you have animals. An AnimalVacuum has additional features to help keep your home clean.

Benefits of a Stick Vacuum

The benefits of a stick vacuum and how it can save you time.

Benefits of Changing Filters Regularly

Why changing filters often is a good idea

Pros and Cons of Service Contracts

The pros and cons of appliance service contracts

Vacuum & Cleaning Tips - What to Clean With Your Vacuum

Vacuum many areas and items in your home to do a thorough cleaning. Vacuuming tips to clean your home. How to maximize your vacuum's potential.

How to Buy a Used Vacuum & Getting the Best Value

Tips on how to buy a used vacuum, what to look for and getting the best value for your money. Tips on buying a budget vacuum.

HEPA - Definition

What HEPA is and why this type of filter is helpful.

Vacuum Prices & What Influences Their Cost

What affects vacuum prices? Things that affect vacuum prices. Features that increase the price of vacuums.

What's the Difference Between a Vacuum and Carpet Steamer or Cleaner

Can a carpet cleaner be used to vacuum carpets? What's the difference between a carpet steamer or cleaner and a vacuum?

Vacuums and Bags vs Bagless Features

Which type of vacuum is better, those with bags or the bagless models? Pros and cons of vacuum bags.

Vacuums 101 - From Buying Tips to FAQ's

All about vacuums, from how to buy a vacuum to how to care for one.

Choosing the Best Type of Vacuum for Your Needs

Vacuums come in a variety of types such as uprights, hand-held and canisters. Learn about vacuum types to make a good buying decision.

Bona X MicroPlus Hardwood Floor Care System Review

Review of the Bona X Swedish Formula Hardwood Floor Care System that includes a microfiber mop, handle and floor cleaner.

Oreck XL21 Titanium Series Upright Vacuum With IntellaShield Protection

A look at Oreck's XL21 Titanium Series Upright Vacuum with IntellaShield™ Bacterial Protection and an impressive 21 year warranty.

Bona Kemi - Bona Floor Care and Cleaner Resources

Bona Kemi floor cleaning and care resources such as hardwood cleaners, Bona mop, etc

Oreck XL Ultra Vacuum With IntellaShield Technology

A look at Oreck's XL Ultra Upright Vacuum with IntellaShield™ Technology bacterial protection for the home.

Halo Vacuums - Their Features

A look at the features of Halo vacuums

Upright or Canister Vacuum - Which Type is Best?

Upright vs canister vacuums, which type is best? Exploring the pros and cons of upright and canister vacuums.

Bissell ProHeat 2X Model 9500 Carpet Cleaner

Profile of Bissell's ProHeat 2X Model 9500 Carpet Cleaner

How to Buy a Vacuum - Video

How to buy a vacuum - video. A video that gives you great tips on buying a vacuum.

Carpet Cleaning Solutions - Video

Video from About.com on Carpet Cleaning Solutions

Dyson DC14 All Floors Vacuum

A look at the Dyson DC14 All Floors Root Cyclone Vacuum with Brush Control and Telescope Reach.

Vacuum Power Head Basics - Basics of Canister Vac Beater Bars

Canister vacuum power heads or beater bar basics, benefits and maintenance.

Before You Buy a Vacuum - Buying a Vacuum - What You Should Know

Before you buy a vacuum, here's what you should consider.

Anti-Fatigue Mats Buying Tips

Buying tips for anti-fatigue mats for kitchen use.

Hardwood Floor Care - Video

About.com video on Hardwood Floor Care

Sanyo SC-X1000P Dirt Hunter™ Bag-Free 12-Amp Powerhead Vacuum Cleaner

A profile of the Sanyo SC-X1000P Dirt Hunter™ Bag-Free 12-Amp Powerhead Canister Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA filter.

Hoover Self Propelled Wind Tunnel U6630-900 Upright Vacuum

A profile of the Hoover Self Propelled WindTunnel U6630-900 Bagless Upright Vacuum.

Hoover Steam Vac Spin Scrub Carpet Cleaner Review

The Hoover Steam Vac Spin Scrub Carpet Cleaner outperforms other steam cleaners.

Swiffer Carpet Flick Review

For review of Swiffer Carpet Flick product, see Housekeeping at About.

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