Your vacuum may be dirtier than the floors you’re using it to clean.
Here are simple steps for how to clean every part of a vacuum and how often.
Why you should probably Clean a Vacuum
Do youreallyneed to clean your vacuum?
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Warning: Things are about to get pretty gross.
It almost makes you want to throw out your vacuum and start sweeping again, right?
Well, hold your horses and read on, as there may be a better way.
This way youll toss out potential germs or bacteria before they take hold in your vacuum.
Besides, an empty canister helps boost your vacuums performance.
Give them a bit of attention aftereveryuse.
Instead, use a pair of scissors to cut them out, taking carenotto cut the bristles.
Step 3: Disinfect
Spray the brushes with adisinfectant sprayto sanitize them.
Just go through this.
Step 3: Air-dry
Set each cleaned filter out and let it fully dry.
Place the hose in the sink and move it around to ensure water runs through its entire area.
Empty the sink, rinse the hose with tap water, and then allow it to thoroughly dry.
It’s no wonder given all the disgusting things that go into it, but what to do?
That means if you have a hand-me-down vacuum from your great-aunt, its probably time to toss it.
According toConsumer Reports, vacuums last a median of eight years.
Otherwise, you could be dragging 10-year-old dirt all over your house.
