Vacuum Cleaner: Simplicity
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Vacuum Cleaner Recommendation
Asked by C.F. from Dallas
on January 25, 2010
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I'm looking to get a new vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter. What are your suggestions? Also, I know they are expensive...any tips on how to get a good deal?
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- I have a Dirt Devil vacuum with Hepa Filter and it's bagless. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS VACUUM. Okay, granted, I bought it because it was affordable, but yo...
- I got my Dyson animal (now replaced with the airmuscle) on clearance at Lowe's several months ago. I paid $400 for it (also had a 10% off coupon in addition to the cle...
- My mom & I have always been happy with our Sears Kenmore canister vacuums. My my has had these kind for years. I even have an older one of hers that still works (it'...
Good Vacuum Cleaner
Asked by B.S. from Kansas City
on January 24, 2011
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Ok, so almost 10 years ago I bought a Kirby vacuum cleaner from a door-to-door salesperson. I was happy with it, but now I am not. I don't know if it is the vacuum c...
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- is the belt stretched or broken? may have a clog. Also not much you can do with worn out carpet so if you think any vacuum will bring back the shag it's not going to...
- I personally hate Kirby and uprights but I have had a Miele for some time now and love it. You would need to be careful in which one you buy, some are more for hardwo...
- My mom has had her Kirby for 35 years now and she has had repairs done over the years - I believe you could just look in the local yellow pages or Google a Kirby certi...
Vacuum Reviews
Asked by M.P. from Kansas City
on June 16, 2009
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Has anyone ever used the Eureka Boss vacuum cleaner & if so, how'd you like it? I've had 3 Eureka Altima's and loved them as far as how well they pick up. They don't s...
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- I have a bissel lift off. I'm going on 4 yrs with this one and haven't had any problems so far(knock on wood)
- I'd usually suggest to move up and get a better vacuum rather than a "throwaway." The only exception I can think of would be Eureka's "Mighty Mite" HEPA vacuum. We bou...
- I know you didn't ask this question but I have the Dyson (purple one) and absolutely LOVE it. I have had it for several years and use it several times a week. It has...
Best Vacuum?
Asked by B.D. from Dallas
on February 24, 2008
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I am in the market for a new vacuum. I want a Dyson, but my budget does not. What is the next best thing to a Dyson?
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- Someone else recommended the Eureka Altima: worst vacuum I've owned. Has not worked well since the first week despite all suggested upkeep/cleaning in owner's manual. ...
- Find a pediatric audiologist that will be able to work him on audio desensitivity training (it appears to produce amazing reults). If this should be hard to find (regu...
- One of my best friends has a Eureka Altima. She LOVES it. Its less than $100 at Walmart. It is bagless, cleans well and has several on board tools including a duster a...
Vacuum Recommendations
Asked by D.H. from San Francisco
on March 7, 2008
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My "Wind Tunnel" vacuum has been killed by long hair wrapping around the beater bar. Any recommendations on vacuums?
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- You have all the advice about Dyson, which is great! My recommendation is NOT to get and the Infinity--it is a cheaper Dyson knock-off. Don't be tempted--it "sucks" ...
- Hi D., We bought a Dyson over a year ago and LOVE IT!!!! They are expensive but worth every penny. I am an Arbonne Consultant and feel very strongly about our Com...
- The Kirby! -- You can find one on ebay for a really great price -- these things are the best! -- BTW I also have a wind tunnel by Hoover -- and I've owned it for about...
Kirby Vacuum
Asked by A.L. from Kansas City
on October 19, 2008
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Has anyone purchased a Kirby (Sentria is the model we are looking at) vacuum? We had someone come out to do a demonstration (first time...and last time that we will go...
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- Hi A., I can't speak for Kirby, but I love my Dyson. I have the yellow one, and I think it was around $400. It's very easy to use and take care of. I know they're ...
- Not worth the money and it is bad for the carpet as well...even though they won't tell you that.
- Buy a Dyson vacuum they are worth every penney they ask for it. My grandbaby had execema when he was like 6 months old an I have to dogs one that sheds an one that doe...
Recommendations for a Vacuum
Asked by A.V. from Washington DC
on May 1, 2008
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Hey all, My vacuum just konked out and I'm looking for a new one. I don't want to spend a fortune but I'd also like it to work really well and last a while, so I'm wil...
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- Rainbow is excellent!! A little bit of an investment. I chose to sell my motorcycle (NOT a harley so only cost $1300) in order to buy it, but I can still feel the br...
- The Dyson! Whether you get the animal or the basic model (and can always get extra attachments) it is so worth the money. I shelled out $400 in November 2002 when ...
- Ok, I haven't heard anyone vote for this one, so I just got an Irobot, roomba 530 and I LOVE IT!!! It will clean, tile, hardwood and carpet and all on its own. Sure, m...
Vaccum Cleaner
Asked by D.H. from Dallas
on January 16, 2009
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Hi Mommies,
I was wondering if anyone out there really loves their vacuum cleaner. We're in desperate need of a new one.
It seems like every upright I've bought...
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- I just bought the new year high end model of Oreck and LOVE it. We did pay a nice price but it is already worth it. I use it daily, SO lightweight and easy to us...
- I clean houses to earn my living and I use many, many vaccuums (I use the homeowners vaccuum and mop). I DO NOT like the dyson and here's why. The actual vaccuum head ...
- iRobot Roomba is great. If you go online, they will show you where you can get the best price. Try to find one with a lifetime warranty. Good luck. The best thing ...
What Kind of Vacuum Should I Get?
Asked by J.F. from San Diego
on July 9, 2009
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We need a vacuum. I know that the Dyson is considered the best, but what other vacuums are working for you mamas out there? Bagless or bag? Who knew that vacuum shoppi...
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- About 9 years ago we bought a miracle mate platnum, I have apparently grown very used to its deep cleaning power, and never been disappointed, I have sucked up alot of...
- We have a Oreck. It's the best. We had a vacuum with out the bag and the "dust" went everywhere in our house. It was expensive and was not that great. Our Oreck has be...
- rainbow's are the best and most expensive. but, you will go through 10 regular vacuums before a rainbow will quit.
HELP...can Someone Tell Me What Vacuum Cleaner to Purchase???
Asked by L.G. from Philadelphia
on March 30, 2008
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Hi...I just bought a Dyson DC07 and I don't like it. It doesn't have great suction...and I had a Kenmore vac...and I like that but the belts kept breaking. Can someo...
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- Get an Oreck. I love ours. It's pricey, but it's the only one you will need for a lifetime. It is probably 15 years old, we replaced the motor once for $60 or someth...
- I know they're a little pricey but orrecks are really good. I work at a hotel as a housekeeper and it's what we use. They're amazingly light and have super suction...e...
- I have a Dirt Devil Jaguar and love it, I have own many brnads too over the years, Hoover, Bissell and those, well this one I have had and kept for 4 years now and it ...
