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A vacuum cleaner is an important purchase and you need to be sure that the vacuum you pick is right for your needs; follow these simple steps to make finding the perfect appliance easier for you.

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• Vacuums can come in upright or cylinder form, the uprights have the added bonus of ease of storage.
• Upright vacuum cleaners are great as they take less energy to push around, they are also very good for stairs, skirting and high ceilings. Upright vacuums are not good however for getting under furniture or getting into tight corners.
• Cylinder cleaners are often smaller and lighter than their counterparts; they are compact and great for carrying up and down stairs. Cylinders vacuum cleaners are also excellent for wood, tiles, upholstery, curtains and rugs.

• It is important to choose the correct type of filtration in order to protect your family from mites, pollen, dust and bacteria which may cause allergies.
• Standard Filters – are fitted within most vacuums and are suitable for the average family home which includes no pets or allergy suffers.
• High Efficiency Particle Air Filters – Offer a higher level of protection and are great for those with asthma or allergy suffers in the household.
• Lifetime Washable Filters – There is no need to change this filter at any point over the life of the vacuum and many people prefer this for convenience.

• You need to decide on the motor power of your vacuum, it is said that the higher the power the better the vacuum but it is also good to try and find a vacuum with variable power settings.
• The Air watt of the vacuum is also a better indicator of performance as it measures both the motor power and the airflow efficiency of the cleaner.
• You also need to decide whether you would like a bagged vacuum or a bagless cleaner. The Bagless cleaners are often more expensive yet you arguably save money over the life of the vacuum as you do not need to pay to replace the bags. Bagless vacuum cleaners may also be better for those with allergies.

• You will find that there is an energy efficiency labelling scheme on most appliances you buy including vacuum cleaners.
• The energy scale ranges between A and G with A being the most efficient.
• An appliance marked A uses approximately half the energy of one marked G.
• It is said that you can save up to £50 a year buy switching to an appliance marked A.

Saving Money and Hidden Costs

• Make sure you shop around before purchasing your vacuum cleaner to ensure you get the best and most competitive price. Make sure too that you compare brands, many of the top brands including Dyson, Vax, Bosch and Panasonic have a wide range of vacuums at varying costs.
• Make sure you know about your warranty, whether it is included in the price of your vacuum or whether you will be charged extra. You should also check how long it will last, what exactly it covers and whether you can renew it.