Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Thought the Dyson discussion board would be interested in reading a small article about the Tacony Museum. Also Carmine's old friend.....

http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/hit-the-road-jack/hit-the-road-jack/2009/08/new-museum-opens-at-st-james-on-historic-route-66/

CarmineD wrote:

If you click on the "Read Reviews" it will take you to the W*M Web Site.  If you click on the "Watch Video"  above the HOOVER decal there is a 5 minute video demo with the features and specs.  Enjoy.

Carmine D.

Severus wrote:

I think Rainbow does a very good to excellent job of cleaning carpets.  Certainly did better than others that I have used that are rated high by CR.  I would have to rate Oreck the lowest that I have used for deep cleaning.  I have used several that did a good job of cleaning, however they had other faults that I did not like.  I have said many times that CR must not test in the same manner that folks actually vacuum.

Two biggest strikes against Rainbow would be price and the hassle required to clean and store.  I actually do not like cannisters of any brand.

None is better at trickery than Kirby.  Maybe Carmine.

HARDSELL wrote:

HS:

ORECK's have to be used daily/almost daily for the most efficiency and effectiveness as a standalone upright.  That's their forte.  Quick and easy to pull out and use often.  That's why they are used in hotels and motels!  If you don't use ORECK's daily, then plan to have a full size deep cleaner like a HOOVER for your weekly vacuuming.  Especially with medium to high pile carpets.  And use your ORECK for the high traffic areas and/or ad hoc clean ups in between the weekly HOOVER vacuuming.  I'm almost positive I've said that many times here before.  I know you don't read and comprehend very well:  Ref: Your misunderstanding of BEST BUY ESP and product replacements.

WRT trickery, if telling the truth is your view of trickery, then you are absolutely right.  No maybe's about it. 

Carmine D.

retardturtle1 wrote:

I haven't actually come around and I haven't jumped ship any more than Carmine.  The DC07 did beat'em and closed Hoover as we knew it. Things change.  Otherwise I would not consider Hoover. I am not a die hard fan of the newer Dysons although I think they are better than some lead others to believe.  The Platinum is Hoover in name as the old Hoover only changed model names with no improved performance. 

I wanted to like the Oreck because it was so easy to use.  If it cleaned like the DC07 I might be using it today. Oreck (IMO) is the most over priced vacuum on the market.  The Platinum has that Oreck feel, however, I believe it will be superior at cleaning. It is priced reasonably and should be a hit seller because of its performance and six year warranty. Not because it is sold with gimmicks and hyped advertising.

I know there is a life preserver left becuase Carmine did not take his when I offered and he sank with Hoover.  Now he is holding to the Oreck anchor and sinking,

turtle,  I liked the cleaning ability and quality of the Rainbow.  Hated to clean it and put it away with all the tools, hoses, etc.  I am not a fan of cannisters.

CarmineD wrote:
Are you speaking from experience about BB replacements?

HARDSELL wrote:

    

I liked the 7 best of all dysons....but found some that did much better at a far lower price/just as durable....not a slouch but with all the hype i expected more i guess...so i was somewhat left unimpressed....and the fact that its bagless was also part of it......nor am i a fan of canisters....but the riccars are quite impressive on power/deep cleaning.....but no way id pay that much - no matter how much i love the brand.

Orecks are great ..cmrcl/or  low pile/ bare floor ,wonderfull to have and own...as i have a 2600 and love it.....great vacuum with a great warranty and service centers coast to coast...a great total package with a sleek new look.

Once or twice id heard of the rainbows being used as shampooers/extractors on carpets.....never tried it or seen it done.  Do they perform well? By the time we get a rainbow in the shop its about gone.....trashed from lack of or no maint...at all....i once saw one that looked as if it had moss growing in it...and still worked....sturdy no doubt but never really thought of them as a deep cleaner on low/med pile.

turtle1

HARDSELL wrote:
Although the Hoover is rated well, you should check the price of bags before buying.  CR reports that the microfilter bags are $5 a pop.

Severus wrote:

I agree....and i noticed that at the shop...kinda steep-  But i feel the trade off /end results/bag size  are worth the expense.....ive talked to a couple people who have one and they love it on med pile...tons of traffic in the house with pets/kids....lots of carpet....and the new wally review/post  would justify the cost....but would like to see $3 a pop.

turtle1

CarmineD wrote:
Ranked #2 at Consumer Reports?  Underhanded Hoover/Knock-off Hoover must of made a substantial "donation" to CR's - "we're millions of dollars short (again)" fund.  View the Chinese owned, operated, manufactured (and maybe Chinese government sponsored) Hoover "Bad boy" destroy the dirt on the HSN demo (below).  The images clearly demonstrate CR's prowess and unsurpassed understanding of vacuum testing and ratings.  


DIB

Severus wrote:

I like the fact that CR is listing the cost per bag in the latest vacuum listings.  Useful info.  The microfiber bag for the HOOVER bagged Platinum at $5 is HEPA rated and appears larger than ORECK's and similar with the self-sealing collar that traps all the dirt inside when removed/replaced.

Carmine D.