What is the difference between washing vacuum cleaners and ordinary ones? How to choose the right product for your apartment or home?

Today, for many people, the functionality and purpose of washing-type vacuum cleaners remains a mystery, which often stops, not allowing to make a useful purchase. It is worth considering that before choosing a washing vacuum cleaner, you need to familiarize yourself with its technical characteristics, the range of accessories and compare these data with the features of your apartment. So that numerous numbers and terms do not seem a meaningless set of characters, it is first recommended that you independently understand the basic indicators of the devices, their advantages and disadvantages. A correctly selected device will allow not only to clean dry garbage, but also to wash floors, remove damp spots, facilitating the process of maintaining order in the house.

The principle of operation of washing vacuum cleaners, the appointment of functional appliances

The mechanism of action of the washing vacuum cleaner on the treated surface is very simple and the same in all cases. The device has a separate container designed for detergent and clean water. These components are mixed and under pressure begin to flow through the nozzle. The composition is sprayed and wets the floor. At the same time, the opposite effect occurs - through special channels dirty water flows back into the vacuum cleaner, collecting in a special tank.

This treatment removes dirt much better than dry cleaning or traditional wet cleaning without leaving streaks and stains. An additional advantage of the approach is that the cleaned surface dries instantly, regardless of texture. In just a few seconds, you can walk on it without fear of new dirty tracks.

The main indications for using washing vacuum cleaners for cleaning the apartment and important practical nuances:

1. This option is ideal for owners of large apartments with several rooms. It will allow you not to spend time separately for dry and wet cleaning. But in a small room, its positive aspects noticeably fade. Such vacuum cleaners take up a lot of space, require a lot of processing time after use, which is not rational for cleaning several square meters.
2. There is an erroneous opinion that such a device only works with the supply of water. In fact, if necessary, you can turn off wet mode.
3. A washing vacuum cleaner can significantly ease the life of pet owners. He will collect wool, the remains of a meal, drooling and even animal waste products, leaving behind an atmosphere of freshness.
4. Such a device will also be useful to lovers of deep fluffy carpets. With its help it will be possible to better, easier and faster to clean the fleecy surface from dirt without damaging its texture.

A washing vacuum cleaner will not be the best option for cleaning parquet, a foam-based carpet and furniture covered with a thin cloth.

How to deal with power indicators and tank capacity?

The vast majority of people, before choosing a washing vacuum cleaner, pay attention to minor details, ignoring the main points, and then remain dissatisfied with their purchase. First of all, you need to pay attention to indicators that affect the functionality of the device.

• Suction power.The indicator that determines the efficiency of a vacuum cleaner, the quality of surface treatment and the speed of their cleaning. The average figure in this case is 300-400 watts, this is enough to clean the apartment. But large numbers should not be scary. It is not necessary to use maximum power, but even with its regular use, the vacuum cleaner should not break.
• Power consumption. These data indicate energy consumption, which is also important when the device is turned on frequently.

Tip: Before buying, you need to make sure that the average power indicators are indicated in the product passport. In stores, these numbers are often interchanged, indicate nominal or maximum data, and as a result, the product does not live up to expectations.

• Tank capacity. For a house with one or two rooms, a 3-4-liter tank is quite enough. For a comfortable cleaning of a three-room apartment, you need a 4-5 liter vacuum cleaner. A large room will need to be cleaned using a massive apparatus with a tank volume of at least 8-10 liters. Practice shows that it is better to initially acquire a suitable model than then constantly run to change the water, experiencing increasing irritation.

Only objectively evaluating the listed data can you choose a suitable device. You should not rush on a cheap, advertised, beautiful or completely new model. In the case of washing vacuum cleaners, convenience and practicality come to the fore.

Choosing the right dust filtering system

During garbage collection, physical processes occur, as a result of which up to 90-95% of the dirt is saturated with moisture and settles in the desired tank. The remaining dust attaches to air bubbles and is released back into the atmosphere. In order to prevent such a development of events, a whole system of filters is installed in the washing vacuum cleaners.

Some of them trap particles and make them heavier with water molecules, while others create a physical or chemical barrier in their path. The presence of high-quality filters allows you to count on air purification in the range of 99-99.97%. This is especially true for allergy sufferers, asthmatics, families with small children.

Nozzles, tubes, hoses and accessories in the cleaning system

Modern washing vacuum cleaners are an arsenal of useful functions and convenient tools. Sometimes it seems that the most “advanced” models are capable of cleaning themselves.

• A tube. Almost all modern models are equipped with telescopic tubes. They are regulated depending on growth, facilitating the operation of the device. Some devices are even equipped with a control panel on the handle. Plastic products are lightweight, but not very durable. Aluminum quickly loses its presentable appearance. Lightweight steel is the best option. It is worth considering that the mounts even on high-quality telescopic pipes are gradually loosened and begin to leak fluid.
• Nature of management. Devices on wires are a budget option, such devices noticeably make the pipe heavier. Infrared control is activated using the remote control, but the rays do not always reach the vacuum cleaner, breaking off from behind a cabinet or sofa. Radio control is considered the most convenient and trouble-free option, but there are not many such models yet, and they are expensive.
• Nozzles. The standard set consists of 5-7 nozzles designed for dry cleaning the floor and carpet, washing these surfaces, processing furniture and even glass. In addition, the kit includes adapters for processing hard surfaces, brushes, antistatic polishes, rubber scrapers for mirrors. Today, manufacturers are increasingly offering tools for cleaning the TV, louvres, blinds, furniture polishing, cleaning window panes and even the toilet.

Tip: Often, an impressive arsenal of assistive devices is designed more to attract attention than to facilitate the cleaning process.You should not buy a vacuum cleaner only based on this criterion. It is necessary to assess whether such a variety is really necessary, or whether most of the products lie in an attractive case.

Additional characteristics of the device and important points that influence the choice

There are several indicators that at first glance do not play a significant role, but when it comes to the cleaning process, they acquire important functional value.

• The form. Washing vacuum cleaners come in vertical and horizontal designs. The first option is considered traditional. It looks like a tall bucket, equipped with all the necessary options. Such models are more spacious and designed for a large apartment or a private house. Horizontal solutions are more like ordinary vacuum cleaners. They feature an attractive design and good maneuverability. They are not enough for processing an impressive area, but they are ideal for compact apartments.
• Ease of maintenance. When choosing a suitable vacuum cleaner, you need to remember not only the ease of operation, but also the absence of the need to perform complex manipulations with the device after cleaning. Washing vacuum cleaners have to be disassembled and washed after each use. Ideally, the entire process of disassembling, cleaning and assembling the apparatus should not take more than a quarter of an hour.
• Noise indicators. High-quality modern units do not cause inconvenience in this regard. Therefore, if the selected model seems too noisy or rumbles strongly with individual elements, it is worth considering the quality of its assembly.
• The average length of the entire device, including the pipe, case and cord, should be at least seven meters, otherwise the operation will cause many inconveniences.
• Automatic cord winding saves time and space. It is worthwhile to make the process of cleaning the cord go smoothly, without sharp jerks.
• Provided the vacuum cleaner is used frequently, the function will automatically turn off the device during overheating. This will protect against premature failure of the device.

Using these recommendations, you can easily choose a suitable vacuum cleaner that will last a long time and significantly facilitate the process of cleaning in an apartment or house of any size.