No matter how often you bathe and brush a cat or dog or other furry domestic pet, there is always pet hair somewhere in the house. Pet fur is a nuisance to clean but does not have to be expensive or impossible. We have 2 cats and use an upright vacuum cleaner but that was before I learned about how important CFM is in the selection process. Read on to see what I mean. . .
In the event it is bare floors you have to clean, like laminate or hardwood, you might prefer a canister type vacuum. It is likely to be more efficient and easier to use and leaves no scuff marks on the floor. On the other hand, carpeting is most appropriately cleaned by using an upright vacuum cleaner, most of the time.
You need to know the CFM. So what is that? This stands for Cubic Feet of air per Minute and refers to the amount of air being processed by the vacuum. Finding out the CFM of a vacuum cleaner is quite crucial. The standard for most inexpensive vacuum cleaners is 40 CFM. Generally that will be all you need. But check it out. Your dealer should know. But, when your primary cleaning concern is the removal of pet hair, you will require 100 CFM or better. That's the reason you ought to verify before buying your main new vacuum cleaner.
Not only is the CFM important, it is also critical to have the proper attachment for pet hair removal. A reputable upright vacuum cleaner really should come with a particular attachment that is postioned on the front, sensibly referred to as a "front mounted hair lifter". Basically this attachment grabs pet hair a bit like the way a lint brush does. Be expecting to pay a little more for this kind of special service however you'll appreciate the upfront investment for a long time . Try looking at Hoover or Dyson or Dirt Devil to find brands with these kinds of features at a cost you probably can afford.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Friday, June 11, 2010
Robots - Vacuum Cleaners - Exercise - Video
Once upon a time people got their exercise just in the course of everyday living. No one bothered to count the calories it took to muck out the horse stalls or milk the cows. No one worried about whether there was enough exercise to keep fit. No one ran to the gym to work up a sweat. No one had their own home gym.
And fewer people were obese.
Yet we continue to sing praises of robotic this and automated that as if our lives truly depended upon them. For example, the vacuum cleaner. How many people would know now to clean a carpet or a rug, or for that matter even a hardwood floor, without a vacuum cleaner today?
I learned to sweep the rug clean in between major "deep" cleaning sessions when Grandma would hang out the rug on the clothesline and send us kids out to beat the rug with the special beaters or with the broom she gave us. Nobody counted calories then. But we did work up a sweat. Other times we would take turns with her carpet sweeper and that was fun and we moved around a lot. Now that I think of it, we spent a fair amount of rainy day time cleaning at her house!
She kept our little minds and bodies active in every day ways.
I wonder how she would feel about these new robotic vacuum cleaners that you just set up and let them go around the house to clean it while you relax or go shopping or whatever. Me? I think I would be following the robot vacuum to see how it works! Or maybe make a video like the one I saw with the cat cleaning the house!
And fewer people were obese.
Yet we continue to sing praises of robotic this and automated that as if our lives truly depended upon them. For example, the vacuum cleaner. How many people would know now to clean a carpet or a rug, or for that matter even a hardwood floor, without a vacuum cleaner today?
I learned to sweep the rug clean in between major "deep" cleaning sessions when Grandma would hang out the rug on the clothesline and send us kids out to beat the rug with the special beaters or with the broom she gave us. Nobody counted calories then. But we did work up a sweat. Other times we would take turns with her carpet sweeper and that was fun and we moved around a lot. Now that I think of it, we spent a fair amount of rainy day time cleaning at her house!
She kept our little minds and bodies active in every day ways.
I wonder how she would feel about these new robotic vacuum cleaners that you just set up and let them go around the house to clean it while you relax or go shopping or whatever. Me? I think I would be following the robot vacuum to see how it works! Or maybe make a video like the one I saw with the cat cleaning the house!
Grandma never needed a gym membership. I wonder if we would be healthier if we did not have them either. And no, I don't mean we should all run out and get a home gym. I mean ... what if we each became more physically active in the care of our homes and yards? Would we feel better? Would we be more fit?
Hey I am not turning in my vacuum cleaner here. I just wonder if I really need a robotic one. I know some older people who cannot do their cleaning now who could benefit from a robotic vacuum cleaner. Maybe even people with particular physical ailments might benefit from them too. It could provide a bit more independence for a person with a bad back or severe arthritis too.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
How Do Vacuum Cleaners Really Work?
Let's assume you already saw my post with the short how vacuum cleaners work video.
Now, take a look at the narrative explaining the vacuum cleaner's function and its major parts.
The vacuum cleaner is less complex than you imagine it to be. The standard vacuum cleaner is made up of six essential elements: consumption port,exhaust port, electric motor, fan, porous bag, and a housing that stores all of the other elements.
It is quite simple. Vacuum cleaners are electric. Well, all of the ones I have ever seen or read about are. So the first step is to plug the electric cord into the electric outlet. Here is what happens next:
1. The electricity powers the motor that is attached to the fan. The fan is shaped somewhat like a pinwheel, or airplane propeller.
2. When the fan blades start turning, they force air up and towards the exhaust opening.
3. Okay, here is a little bit of the physics of moving air. As the air is forced towards the exhaust port, the pressure in front of the fan will increases. The pressure behind the fan decreases.
Think about drinking liquid through a straw. As you suck on the straw the liquid comes into it and up the straw. The pressure in the area behind the fan drops below the level of that outside the "straw", or in the case of the vacuum, outside the vacuum cleaner.
That is what makes suction inside the vacuum cleaner. The outside air and dirt particles are pulled into the vacuum cleaner a bit like the liquid you are drinking through that straw.
4. The flow of air that the vacuum generates responds like a stream of water moving up your straw. Moving air will pick up light weight debris near the front of the vacuum cleaner.
5. As the dirt continues on to the exhaust port, it will pass through the cleaner bag. The tiny holes in the vacuum cleaner bag are big enough to let the air pass through. However, they are too small for the dust particles to escape. Therefore, when the air gets into the bag, the dirt and debris are deposited there.
6. How much suction a vacuum cleaner has depends on several factors.
If you remember that straw comparison. You can draw more of your drink through your straw if it is not clogged and if it has an opening large enough for the drink to pass through. The speed of your drinking will determine how much suction you are using on the straw, unless it is clogged.
Now, take a look at the narrative explaining the vacuum cleaner's function and its major parts.
The vacuum cleaner is less complex than you imagine it to be. The standard vacuum cleaner is made up of six essential elements: consumption port,exhaust port, electric motor, fan, porous bag, and a housing that stores all of the other elements.
It is quite simple. Vacuum cleaners are electric. Well, all of the ones I have ever seen or read about are. So the first step is to plug the electric cord into the electric outlet. Here is what happens next:
1. The electricity powers the motor that is attached to the fan. The fan is shaped somewhat like a pinwheel, or airplane propeller.
2. When the fan blades start turning, they force air up and towards the exhaust opening.
3. Okay, here is a little bit of the physics of moving air. As the air is forced towards the exhaust port, the pressure in front of the fan will increases. The pressure behind the fan decreases.
Think about drinking liquid through a straw. As you suck on the straw the liquid comes into it and up the straw. The pressure in the area behind the fan drops below the level of that outside the "straw", or in the case of the vacuum, outside the vacuum cleaner.
That is what makes suction inside the vacuum cleaner. The outside air and dirt particles are pulled into the vacuum cleaner a bit like the liquid you are drinking through that straw.
4. The flow of air that the vacuum generates responds like a stream of water moving up your straw. Moving air will pick up light weight debris near the front of the vacuum cleaner.
5. As the dirt continues on to the exhaust port, it will pass through the cleaner bag. The tiny holes in the vacuum cleaner bag are big enough to let the air pass through. However, they are too small for the dust particles to escape. Therefore, when the air gets into the bag, the dirt and debris are deposited there.
6. How much suction a vacuum cleaner has depends on several factors.
- Fan Power
- Air passageway size and cleanness
- Size of intake port
- Speed of fan
If you remember that straw comparison. You can draw more of your drink through your straw if it is not clogged and if it has an opening large enough for the drink to pass through. The speed of your drinking will determine how much suction you are using on the straw, unless it is clogged.
Choosing Which Type of Vacuum Cleaner
When you plan to fully clean the house, car, camper, or job site, you need to take a look at a range of various vacuums}. You'll find a number on the market to choose from. Each one has a wide range of special features, functions or tools.
Ideally, what you do is set your price range within your budget and make note of what you will need that vacuum to do. After that, begin the process of looking around and doing research to narrow the choices and get to your short list. Remember you are on the path to finding your perfect vacuum cleaner. Right?
Out of all the different kinds of vacuums available in the marketplace, you ought to be able to find what you need to do your work reliably and well and with minimum effort.
Forget the color of the vacuum! You need to pay attention to size, type and price.
Essentially you have to choose between wet or dry vacuum cleaners. However some companies have managed to combine them. I suggest choosing one or the orther. Most vacuum cleaners are made of either aluminum or heavy duty plastic.
The types of vacuums you can consider include bagless models, cordless, handheld, upright or canister and more. Some people like the novel idea of getting a robotic vacuum to do your whole house while you do something else!
Here is a really nifty tidbit. Some vacuum cleaners are actually designed to get debris, detritus, dirt (or lost mittens) out from underneath your car seat! Other vacuum cleaners are designed specifically for hardwood floors, less chance of scratching them.
Check out all their special features. Does it have extension tools and are they detachable? Does the power cord retract? Can you FIND and REACH the power switch? Does it use a HEPA filter?
You are not likely to believe this but some models will suck up nails and some will even pick up a glass of water! When I read that I wondered if it sucked up just the water or the glass AND the water!
So who makes vacuum cleaners? Companies like:
- Hoover
- Bissell
- Eureka
- Oreck
- Dyson
- Kirby
- Bosch.
Remember to consider refurbished vacuums if your budget is tight. And watch for discounts, sales and rebates.
One reason to shop around is the wide price range for vacuum cleaners. You can find one for anywhere from $30 to $500 or sometimes more. Though they are different makes and models the cost is an important factor.
With a little effort and searching on your part you ought to find a durable vacuum cleaner that will keep your place clean for years to come.
By the way, my mother just read this article and laughed at my last sentence. She said it will only keep your place clean if you plug it in and USE it! LoL
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