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VACUUM DO'S

 

DO vacuum regularly. Once a week is the minimum, but twice a week would be best.

DO move furniture. This is my vacuuming Achille's heel. Yes, you do need to move the coffe tables. In fact, it's best if you remove everything off the floor (except heavy furniture) so your vacuuming is really thorough.

DO vacuum under beds. This is one of the biggest sources of dust, so don't forget to get under there.

DO vacuum both ways. It's critical to vacuum up and down and side to side. This makes certain that you pull up the pile, and that you get all the dirt up. It's possible to miss almost half the dirt if you only vacuum back and forth, for example.

DO "edge". Yes, the crevice tool is indispensable when it comes to getting in where the dreaded dust bunny lives. Most vacuums can't truly vacuum right up to the edge, making it important to get the hose of the vacuum and running it along where the floors and walls meet. And while you're at it, get the baseboards, too! When it comes to vacuuming, the single biggest thing overlooked is the edges of floors. Don't overlook yours.

DO use the tools. Those attachments aren't there just to look good. Pull them out and use the upholstery brush and the crevice tool. It's what they're there for.

DO turn the beater off on looped or Oriental carpets. Check with your carpet manufacturer first for care. If you have Berber style carpets or Oriental rugs, beating them with the beater bar could cause them to look fuzzy or break the looks. Always check with your carpet store or manufacturer if you're not sure.