Hepa Filter Canister Vacuums For Allergy Sufferers

Hepa Filter Canister Vacuums For Allergy Sufferers

Article by Karen Leong

Canister vacuums with HEPA filters conform to a worldwide standard for filters required to trap 99.97 percent of fine dust particles down to 0.3 microns in size while at the same time removing odors thus contributing to a better air quality. This means that minute dust particles, cigarette smoke, bacteria, pet hair, cockroach droppings, pollen and the faeces of dust mites will be sucked up and be removed resulting in cleaner, fresher air with much less allergens.

Vacuums with a sealed system construction do not leak air prior to it being filtered. It is worth considering Hoover’s latest models such as the Hoover WindTunnel S3765-040, which uses windtunnel technology to enhance dirt pick-up and lessen the scattering of dust.

Using the vacuum cleaner’s dusting brush will not result in a cloud of dust compared to using feather dusters. Those with dust bag-full indicators or see through dust collection bins make for easy checking on when to empty the dust collected, with just a simple click. The HEPA filters need to be replaced or washed at least once a year for continuous efficiency. Minimal work and yet better efficiency.

Vacuums that come with a turbo brush or power head, such as Miele Neptune, are much more efficient at removing pet hairs and removing dirt from carpets. Both use a rotating brush inside the head to scrub and sweep out the dirt and pet hair effortlessly for easier removal.

Tools such as a crevice nozzle for narrow corners and around and under furniture and an upholstery brush for cleaning curtains and soft furnishings contribute to easier and more efficient cleaning and thus a more dust-free home environment.

Allergy sufferers using a HEPA filter canister vacuum may be able to reduce their allergic reactions due to the high efficiency of the filter at removing minute dust particles.