Tools click together easily and feel secure, which isn’t always the case with lower quality vacuums..

It’s vital that you’re using the right settings for cleaning carpets.These vary depending on the model, but you should generally switch on the brush bar (at least for short pile carpets) and raise the bristles on the floorhead.

For delicate carpets, you may want to have the brush bar switched off.. Plug your vacuum into the socket closest to the door..This allows you to start cleaning on the far side of the room and finish at the exit, leaving your carpet perfectly refreshed (for a short time anyway!).Perform multiple passes on carpets in a criss-cross pattern.

One pass is rarely enough to remove all dirt and dust from a carpet.Go back and forth multiple times for a better clean.

A criss-cross pattern moves the fibres in different directions for a deeper clean..

Vacuum rugs first.How to Choose a Wet and Dry Vacuum.

The wet and dry vacuum market is full of options, so here are a few key features to consider when choosing.. Capacity.Capacity is how much water and waste a vacuum can hold.

Liquid and dry capacities are often different, so check them both..The jobs you need the vacuum for will determine the size you need.