Choosing a Hardwood Floor Vacuum
Special Models for Special Flooring

Choosing a hardwood floor vacuum, meaning one that is designed especially for use on hardwood floors, is the best solution to keeping your floors protected and beautiful for years to come.  When you have a hardwood floor, your traditional vacuum cleaner may not be a suitable cleaning element to get the job done and get it done right. Hardwood floors cost a great deal of money and time. Therefore, if you intend to vacuum, you want to make sure that the vacuum cleaner you choose will not only get the floor clean, but protect it at the same time.


So, how can you choose a hardwood floor vacuum cleaner?  First, you must choose the type of cleaner you want. Do you need a wet and dry vacuum? This is likely a good idea if you have children or spills on a frequent basis. This too can help protect your hardwood floor investment.


Your next step is to choose a vacuum cleaner that is specifically intended for use on hardwood floors. Yes, many vacuum cleaners boast that they can be used on bare floors, but does that mean hardwood flooring? Vinyl floors are vastly different from hardwood or even laminate flooring.  Remember that vacuum cleaners contain brushes on the underside of the machine.  You want to ensure that these brushes are not coming into contact with your flooring and ruining your investment.


Your final decision should also be based on the ease of use. You do not want a wood floor vacuum cleaner that will be hard for you to use or maneuver. A vacuum cleaner for a hardwood floor should be easily pushed, plugged in, and puts very little strain on your body. Once you bring the vacuum cleaner home, you will be less likely to use it if there is a lot of strain or it is too difficult. Therefore, it is always best to make sure that the vacuum cleaner you choose is easy to use, lightweight, and does the job well.


Some models to consider are the more lightweight options like the Bissell 31020 EasyVac Plus Bare Floor Vacuum or the Hoover S2220 Flair Bagless Upright Stick Vacuum with Power Nozzle.  Neither of these choices are designed to act as a whole-house vacuum.  They are better suited as a hardwood floor vacuum where they will perform better than on carpet. Their compact design and ease of use make them well-suited to small spaces such as kitchens and laundry rooms.


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