8 mistakes when vacuuming that make your home dirtier and damage your equipment
Miscellaneous / / November 18, 2023
Avoid them if you want to save money and avoid harming yourself.
1. Irregular cleaning of the dust bin and filters
A full container or garbage bag reduces the suction power of the device and causes the motor to overheat. As a result, cleaning loses its meaning, and equipment may one day completely fail. Modern models of vacuum cleaners themselves will tell you that it’s time to clean them by turning on the corresponding indicator. In other cases, make sure that the dust container is not filled to more than ⅔ of its volume.
Regularly wipe the housing compartment where the dust container is inserted with a slightly damp cloth. You can also periodically wash the waste collection container with dish soap and warm water, if the instructions allow. A reusable bag should be shaken out and washed, and a disposable bag should be thrown away along with its contents when it is full and replaced with a new one.
Also monitor the condition of the filters, remove dirt from them or replace them with new ones, depending on their type. If this is not done, the device may fail due to overheating, and may also emit an unpleasant odor during operation. And some filters, such as HEPA or aqua, are responsible for
air purity and with infrequent cleaning they cease to perform this function.2. Poor quality care of parts
The hose, tubes and nozzles require attention not only when the gadget becomes clogged and stops sucking up dust. It is advisable to clean the brush after each cleaning, especially if there are pets in the house. You can carefully cut tightly wound wool and hair with scissors, then it will be easier to pull them out. If the nozzle is equipped with floor/carpet modes, do not forget to extend the bristles and remove dirt from them.
Hoses and tubes can be carefully cleared of stuck debris using a long, strong wire. Additionally, try soaking them together with the attachments in a warm soapy solution for 10–15 minutes and washing the outside (and, if possible, inside) with a sponge. After this, rinse the parts under running water and let them dry completely. Try to wash the components of the vacuum cleaner at least once every six months.
3. Cleaning too fast
In this case, even the most powerful vacuum cleaner will not have time to suck up dirt properly, especially when it comes to cleaning carpets. Take your time and try to walk at least one section of the floor back and forth before moving on to a new one. And it is better to vacuum carpets and other textiles in even more directions to get rid of dust between the fibers.
4. Constant use of the vacuum cleaner at high power
It seems that if you force the gadget to work at its maximum capabilities, the house will quickly sparkle with perfect cleanliness. But the habit of always vacuuming at high speeds can soon hit your wallet when the engine breaks down and will require replacement.
Some items like carpets and upholstered furniture are actually better cleaned at higher power. And the device can handle smooth surfaces quite well in normal mode.
5. Using a brush on different surfaces
Most vacuum cleaner models have modes for cleaning smooth surfaces and carpets. In the latter case, additional bristles extend into the nozzle, which helps get rid of fur, hair and other debris between the bristles. It makes no sense to use this mode on flat surfaces: the nozzle will not be able to properly stick to the floor and collect all the dirt.
6. Cleaning wet surfaces
For washing vacuum cleaners or models with an aqua filter, of course, moisture is not a problem. But the usual types are intended exclusively for dry cleaning. If water gets into such a device, there can be different consequences. At best, wet debris inside the dust container will begin to emit an unpleasant odor. The most negative scenario is equipment failure.
7. Collection of construction waste and other items
To restore order during or after repairs There are special professional or industrial vacuum cleaners that are not afraid of hard work. Conventional household models are only suitable for everyday cleaning. Remains of building materials and construction dust can seriously clog the device or even lead to breakdown. Therefore, before picking up a home vacuum cleaner, collect all large debris by hand and sweep the floor thoroughly.
Before regular cleaning, walk through the house and make sure that there are no papers, cellophane, toys or other items on the floor that could clog the vacuum cleaner.
8. Cleaning in the wrong order
When you're filming dust from shelves and cabinets, it somehow settles below. If you vacuum the floor first and then wipe the table, cleaning will lose its meaning. To achieve maximum cleanliness, be consistent and tidy from top to bottom.
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