Vacuum cleaner makes your job of physically cleaning the house easier compared to any other mopping or cleaning method. While some of the best vacuum cleaners come with a lot of advanced features, the fundamental method of using and cleaning them is the same. A few might have better and more brushes whereas a few have not as much brushes.
Today, let us look at how exactly you can clean your house properly using a vacuum cleaner. Before that, let us look at all the different types of attachments that are available to a common vacuum cleaner.
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Attachments of a Vacuum Cleaner:
There are basically 4 important types of brushes present in any vacuum cleaner. There are a lot of other brushes as well but they are mostly optional or not always come in the packaging.
Dusting Brush:
One of the most common attachments available, a dusting brush is ideal for dusting a wooden floor. Not only that but its round brush and soft bristles are perfect to clear out any and all large dust particulates. You can safely use it on picture frames and things as such.
Crevice tool:
This is the kind of tool that we usually use to clean cars and other corners. They have an angled tip that is super helpful in cleaning as such.
Extension Wand:
An extension wand has the capability and possibility to reach every height possible. Perfect for cleaning the upper corners and ceilings. You can also use this tool for cleaning carpets as well.
Upholstery Tool:
As the name suggests, the Upholstery tool is perfect for clearing up dirt and dust from a sofa seat or the cushions.
Steps to Clean Your House Using a Vacuum Cleaner:
The following are the step by step methods you can follow to foolproof clean your home using a vacuum cleaner.
Step 1: Check the dust bag or canister.
The first important step you need to do is to check the dust bag where the dust is collected. Most of the modern type devices come with a dust canister than a dust bag. Make sure that you check for any leftover dust that may accidentally spill out. Clear out the canister or the bag before you proceed.
Step 2: Check the height of the machine:
Now that you have checked and placed the bag or the canister back, check the height of the machine. Adjust to your desire and then proceed
Step 3: Remove any small objects and obstacles
The next step is to remove any small objects or even big ones such as movable furniture like sofa etc. that might be an issue to your cleaning. This makes your cleaning job easier for you.
Step 4: Power on the machine
Now you need to switch on the device and move it along the floor or the surface to be cleaned front and back. Make sure that you do not suck out miniscule sharp objects that may tear on your dust bag or the device.
Step 5: Use the attachments
Use most if not all of the attachments provided to you via the vacuum cleaner. Start with the basic brush and move up the ladder to use the crevice tool for corners, the extension wand for reaching heights and the upholstery tool to clean the upholstery and seat cushions.
Step 6: Wash the Brush
Every once in a while, when you feel that the brush is dirty and needs a whip. In such cases, separate the vacuum cleaner. Clean out all the brushes using water. You can also use some mild detergent and maybe even some warm water to remove the dirt neatly.
Step 7: Dry the brushes
It is important to dry the brushes or they get accumulated with dirt and dust. Make sure you brush out and wringe out the water good. Dry it in the sun if required. You can also use a rag cloth to wring out the wetness in the brushes.
Step 8: Comb out the bristles and repeat the process again.
Sometimes you cannot dry out the bristles very easily and in that case, you can use an old comb to dry out the bristles. Comb the bristles a few times and it will become dried out very soon. Try keeping extra brushes with you while cleaning or dusting. Make sure that you repeat the entire process every time you clean your house.
What Else can I use my Vacuum Cleaner for?
Apart from cleaning your room or your car, a vacuum cleaner has a wide range of other benefits too. Let us look at a few.