Need a vacuum cleaner recommendation

[kbkids]

We had a Simplicity for years that I absolutely loved!!! The attachments were so easy to use, and it worked great on tile and hardwood floors. But, unfortunately, it died, and I bought a vacuum cleaner from Target - honestly, can't think of the name right now - but it was only about $50. We are building a new house, and there will be absolutely no carpet - only tile and hardwood flooring. This new vacuum cleaner is the pits when it's not on carpet. It picks up great, but when I switch over to the floor, it spits stuff out the back. It does have a "floor" setting, but it obviously doesn't work right. And, I really don't like the attachments either - so on the hunt for a new one.

So, my question is - I need a vacuum cleaner that will work correctly on hardwood and tile flooring, but I also want one with attachments that aren't a pain to use (so, not wanting a Dyson ) Any recommendations?

 

[We_Love_Disney]

I have a Kirby and absolutely love it. Yes it is expensive, but well worth the money. I have had mine for 15 years and it still works as good today as it did the day I bought it!

My parents have had an electrolux for over 40 years, same one, its a canister type. Works really good. Its a little ugly after all these years, but its a vacuum cleaner! This one is also pricey.

 

[Hercules10]

If it's all tile and hardwood you might consider a canister. I understand Miele makes good canister vacs that are great for allergy sufferers, but they're pricey.

Maybe consider a shop wet/dry vac?

 

[kbkids]

Thanks for the tips. I've never had a canister vacuum. Do they seem bulky?? We do have a shop vac now, but it is a mess after using it to clean up all the construction mess. I guess I should add that the ease of the attachments is really my MAIN thing. I've got an IRobot that I love, and it works great on the floors, but obviously I need a regular vacuum too for when it needs to be done faster. I do have one of the stick vacuums (basically a dust buster on a stick) that I use for keeping up with the dog hair. So, I guess between the two of those things, the attachments is what I'm really lacking on. I need something for the ceiling fans, blinds, etc.

 

[mickeysgal]

We have a central vac and love it! It has a 20ft hose that connects to either a floor brush for the hardwoods or a power head for the carpets.

 

[Hercules10]

One thing about canisters is the heads are easier to get into places uprights can't. You don't have to move as much furniture (chairs, tables etc) as you do with a upright. Just make sure any brand you get has rubber wheels so as to not scuff up your hard floors.

Good luck!

 

[Magickndm]

We just bought a VAX x5 so I can't give you a long term opinion on it, but after 2 months, so far, so good. We have hardwood in the main living area, carpet in the bedrooms. The vacuum has a switch right on the handle that lifts the beater bar so it's easy to go from wood to carpet.

 

[bevtoy]

How about looking up Consumers Reports?
They give good advice on electronics and many other things.
The advice is top notch.

 

[ElizaB39]

I am in need of recommendations for a new canister vacuum. I went to Consumer Reports, but of course, I do not want to sign up for a fee to get some info.

Can anyone help on what type of canister vac they have recently purchased?

Thanks!

 

[Frantasmic]

We got a Riccor about 2 years ago. It is wonderful, but expensive. It may last 10-15 years though if you do regular mainenance.

I've also had really good luck with Oreck canister vacs.

Miele has a pretty good small canister for people without large areas of carpet. Kenmore isn't bad either for a more decent price.

 

[Andrea_loves_Disney]

One word...ELECTROLUX!!!!! I have had one for years (I get my mom's old ones!) and when the last one I had konked out (I think it was 20 yrs old!) we finally decided to have a central vac installed!! It is AWESOME!!! I have a labrador retriever (translation:tons of dog hair!) and I had a "dustpan" outlet installed as part of the central vac. It is a little opening under the cabinet with a little switch- just push with your toe to turn it on, sweep dog hair, etc in -WA LA! Whoosh! It is such a beautiful thing!!!!