Spring cleaning: New ways to clean your floor

September 7th, 2012

Appliance Talk

Keeping floors clean and tidy is not an easy job, and often at the bottom of spring cleaning to-do lists.

But don’t let the thought of lugging a heavy vacuum cleaner behind you as you move from room to room deter you from being able to enjoy dust-free domestic bliss – there are a number of new technologies included in cleaning appliances to help you make light work of floor care this spring.

Battery power

Wireless technology is a standard feature of most Australian households today … except when it comes to the vacuum cleaner.

Long cords can often get in the way when you are trying to manoeuvre around large pieces of furniture or in tight spaces.

The Electrolux Ergorapido Plus vacuum cleaner offers “grab and go” cleaning, making it ideal for unexpected spills or a quick tidy up before surprise guests arrive, without having to plug in any cords or fit any attachments to the unit.

An 18-volt Li-Ion battery delivers constant suction power for up to 30 minutes and takes just four hours to charge.

The 2-in-1 cleaner also includes a detachable handheld cleaner as well – perfect for a quick clean of benches, shelves and table tops.

Get rid of pesky pet hair

Members of the family extend far beyond mum, dad and the kids – family pets are often included in the mix, which means that they also have a tendency to leave their mark around the house.

While you get you dog or cat to help out with the housework (or can you…?), your vacuum cleaner is one of your best weapon against getting rid of unwanted pet hair.

The Miele Vacuum Cleaner Cat and Dog Turbo is specifically designed to remove deeply embedded pet hair from your carpets and rugs.

Equipped with a Turbobrush, crevice and upholstery nozzles and Active Air Clean filtration system, the Cat and Dog Turbo can tackle even the toughest of jobs.

You can also duck and dive around furniture with ease thanks to the all-round bumper strip, height-adjustable stainless steel wand and 1.5 metre hose extension.

Greater control

If there’s one thing that most Australians hate about vacuuming, it’s the care that has to be taken when steering the cleaner around the room.

Dyson has tried to solve this problem, designing its barrel vacuum cleaners around a ball. According to the brand, a smaller machine with a lower centre of gravity is the result of such a unique concept – making the vacuums easier to handle and more stable.

In addition to the brand’s unique ball technology, the Dyson vacuums are also engineered to move across all floor types without compromising on suction power and dirt removal. The rotating turbine head is controlled with a handle and can be switched off with ease.