In a hurry? Here are the best products at a glance.
Shag carpet requires a specific type of vacuum to make sure that you’re taking proper care of it and increasing its lifespan. So “how do I find the best vacuum for shag carpet,” you ask? That’s where we come in! We’ve done research and reviewed a ton of different vacuums to bring you a selection of the best to use on your plush shag carpet. Here are some things that you should keep an eye on before you start shopping.
Type: There are a few different types of vacuums, including upright (‘standard’ vacuums), canister vacuums with a larger dirt capacity, and stick vacuums that are usually reserved for smaller jobs. Handheld vacuums allow you portability and control, as well.
HEPA Filter: The HEPA Filter is a relatively new invention that helps the vacuum cleaner trap dust, dirt, and allergens as the air passes through the vacuum. They can usually be rinsed and reused for long periods of time.
Power: Electric vacuums need to be plugged in in order to run, while cordless vacuums are charged on a charging base or other device before they can run. This offers more portability and freedom, but it can also decrease power.
Pieces: How many pieces come with the vacuum? Sometimes there are different accessories or parts to the vacuum cleaner, such as the charging bay or an extra-long hose for those hard-to-reach spots. We’ll let you know here.
Weight: How much does the vacuum weigh? This is important if you have any sort of push/pull restriction, or if you’re going to be using it in multiple homes or levels of your own home. Make sure you can carry it!
Warranty: A warranty is a guarantee that the product will stand up to use and abuse. When a company issues a warranty, it means that they stand behind their products and will offer a replacement if something goes wrong.
With all of that out of the way, we can show you our choices for the top ten vacuums for shag carpet. We’ve looked into all of the particulars so that you don’t have to, and we’ve included a wide variety of different types of vacuums. Our top pick and budget pick are our personal favorites, so make sure that you check them out before moving down through the rest of the vacuums on our list.
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 29, 2019
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