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With homes that have multiple types of flooring, it’s important to find the best vacuum for carpet and hardwood. There is no reason to keep two appliances for separate flooring types – these workhorses can easily handle both. With one vacuum, you can clean the floors throughout your home quickly – and without kicking up as much dust as a broom would. Before we get into the reviews, here are some features to think about when deciding on which vacuum you’ll need.
Type: There are several types of vacuums out there, including upright, canister, stick, and even robots! The type of vacuum you choose depends on your home’s flooring, how dirty your floors get, and how much weight you think you can handle.
HEPA Filter: A High Efficiency Particle Air (HEPA) filter is the most effective filter you can get for your vacuum. It will filter out allergens like dust, pet dander, and more. If you have allergies, a HEPA filter is a great idea!
Power: Corded vacuums require a wall plug, and are great for using over a large space. Cordless vacuums use batteries, so you don’t have to handle cords – but they do need to be charged, so they are best for small spaces.
Pieces: Most vacuums come with a variety of attachments for specific surfaces. Some vacuums have attachments for hardwood floors, upholstery, small crevices, and pet hair. Take stock of what surfaces you have, and choose the one that suits your individual needs.
Weight: Stick and robot vacuums are usually lightweight and easy to store but may need to be emptied out more frequently. Upright and canister vacuums are heavier, but they have larger canisters and won’t need to be emptied out as often.
Warranty: As always, if you’re going to invest in a high-quality home appliance, take note of the warranty terms and length. Things break – but if you have a warranty, you can easily get any broken parts, attachments, or filters replaced quickly.
Now that you know which features you need, let’s get into our carpet vacuum buying guide. We found 10 of the best vacuums for hardwood floors and area rugs, as well as carpet! Whether you need an inexpensive vacuum to start, or you’re looking to upgrade, there is one here for you. Short on time? No worries! Check out our Top Pick and Budget Pick, and then come back when you have more time to look around! Let’s get started!
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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