Cleaning Lab - Cleaning Equipment Reviews and Auctions http://www.cleaninglab.com Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:31:01 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 en Windsor Upright Vacuum Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/windsor-upright-vacuum-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/windsor-upright-vacuum-review/#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:18:32 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=29 Windsor upright vacuum cleaners are my favorites. We've been using Windsor Sensor upright vacuum cleaners in my commercial cleaning company for over 5 years without a problem. It is not cheap, but well worth the money.

In my commercial company, we've used over 20 different commercial vacuum cleaners over the years and Windsor vacuum cleaners out-performed all other vacuum cleaners. Other vacuums, such as Powr-Flite and Sanitare brands, are relatively cheap, but in need of constant replacement of part. So far, over the last 5 years, owning over 10 Windsor upright vacuum cleaners, only things we've replaced so far are vacuum bags and brushes. Yes, that's right, we've never replaced the belt yet. It is because of the unique design that belt is not exposed. It is placed inside of the box.

Windsor upright vacuum cleaners require vacuum bags, which are not cheap either. But if you buy them on eBay, you can buy them cheap. I will post eBay links on the bottom of this page where you can get them very cheap. If your budget allows, Windsor vacuum cleaners are the ones you want to get for your home or business. Highly recommended. 5 Stars!

Windsor Vacuum Cleaners for Sale on eBay

Windsor Vacuum Cleaner Bags for Sale on eBay

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/windsor-upright-vacuum-review/feed/ Should I Buy a Bag Vacuum? http://www.cleaninglab.com/choosing-vacuum/buy-bag-vacuum-2/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/choosing-vacuum/buy-bag-vacuum-2/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:41:35 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=28 Even though you can spend countless hours comparing and contrasting the pros and cons of different types of vacuum manufacturers, the decision about what vacuum to purchase ultimately comes down to one simple question. Should you buy a bag vacuum or a bag-less vacuum? While this is totally a choice of personal preference, the simple answer to the question is that you should purchase a bag-less vacuum instead of a bag vacuum. There are several reasons why a bag vacuum is vastly inferior to a bag-less vacuum, but ultimately, if you think that you would enjoy the benefits of a bag vacuum more than you would enjoy the benefits of a bag-less vacuum, then you should certainly get a bag vacuum.

We will start by reviewing some of the pros of a bag vacuum in comparison to a bag-less vacuum. Firstly, and most importantly, a bag vacuum is able to trap the dust, dirt, and debris that you suck up in a nice, easy to throw away bag. When you feel that the bag in a bag vacuum is full you can simply detach it from the vacuum and throw it away without spilling any dust anywhere.

On the other hand, with a bag-less vacuum, you risk spilling dust all over the place if you are not careful when you dispose of the bag-less container's contents. It is recommended that you wear a dust mask when disposing of dust and dirt that is trapped in a bag-less container. Another benefit of the bag is that it has a dust and HEPA filter built into the bag, so you will always know when it is time to replace your filters when you have to replace the vacuum bag.

Other than those two benefits, there are not any other good things to say about a bag vacuum. A bag-less vacuum, on the other hand, has a variety of different benefits that may be highly impressive to you. To begin with, a bag-less vacuum will not lose suction as quickly or as easily as a bag vacuum. This is because there is nothing to clog with dust and dirt on a bag-less vacuum. If having a vacuum with constant sucking pressure is important to you, then the Dyson is the number one vacuum that you should consider. Also, having a bag-less vacuum means that you will always know when it is time to dispose of the waste that you have collected. Many bag-less vacuums have markings on their containers that inform you of when to throw away all of the dust you have sucked up off of the floor.

When it all comes down to it, there are certainly pros and cons about both the bag vacuums and the bag-less vacuums on the market today. You should make your decision based on which system you feel will be easier and more accommodating to your lifestyle, as that is what is the most important. All of the gimmicks in the world mean nothing if you find that an invention is difficult to use, so base your decision on how functional a product is from your point of view.

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/choosing-vacuum/buy-bag-vacuum-2/feed/ How to Remove Candle Wax from Carpets http://www.cleaninglab.com/cleaning-tips/how-to-remove-candle-wax-from-carpets/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/cleaning-tips/how-to-remove-candle-wax-from-carpets/#comments Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:27:24 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=25 Let's learn how to remove candle wax from your carpet. All you need is a paper towel and an electric iron.

Steps to Remove Candle Wax

When the candle wax has already solidified the first thing you need to do is pluck the wax and throw it out.

  • Be careful in this initial step of removing wax. The wax blocks that come out easily with a slight pinch of the fingers should only be removed in this way. Otherwise there is a chance of the soft fibers to be plucked, torn and get destroyed.
  • Don’t ever use knifes of some digging equipments to bring out the spilled wax from your carpets. This will cause severe damage to the fabrics and even fade away the luster of that portion.
  • After wiping out the wax by using fingers you should switch on the iron. After the iron has gotten heated, gently apply it on the area where the candle wax has been spilled.
  • What do you observe? Just apply your common sense. What can happen to wax once it comes in contact with heat. No wonder, it has to melt. Similarly it happens here.
  • But here is a note of caution. The application of iron should not be directly on the wax because the melted wax will again spread over a greater area of the carpet fibers. Therefore here comes the use of the white paper towels.

One more thing you should be cautious of is the temperature of the iron. It should not be hot but simply warm and this is mandatory for silken carpets. The paper towels are actually kept firmly on the waxed portion of the carpets as if you intend to iron it. Run the iron with gentle pressure and see the change. Slowly the white color absorbs some colorful substance that is nothing but the candle wax turned liquid.

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/cleaning-tips/how-to-remove-candle-wax-from-carpets/feed/ iRobot Scooba 5800 Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/floor-cleaners/irobot-scooba-5800-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/floor-cleaners/irobot-scooba-5800-review/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:30:25 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=24 Scooba 5800The Scooba 5800 is the first Scooba model made by iRobot. The Scooba 5800 can clean about 250 square feet on every battery charge using only about 2 oz solution with a quart of water. You don't have to purchase Clorox Scooba Cleaning Solution to do the job. You can use white vinegar instead.

The Scooba is known to work well on flat floors such as hardwood floors. It works great even on mud spots and food spills. It sometimes misses some hardened food spills, but it does clean very well.

If you have uneven floors like uneven Mexican style tiles, you shouldn't be buying the Scooba. It will get stuck. If the vertical offset is higher than 1/4", it will not only get stuck, but won't be able to get itself off also. If your floor is uneven and have some serious vertical offsets, a mop will be a better choice.

iRobot Scooba 5800 for Sale

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/floor-cleaners/irobot-scooba-5800-review/feed/ Eureka Enviro Steamer 310 Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/steam-cleaners/eureka-enviro-steamer-310-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/steam-cleaners/eureka-enviro-steamer-310-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:32:44 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=18 Eureka Enviro Steamer 310Eureka Enviro Steamer 310 is a very popular steamer in the market. It is a great floor cleaning tool for cleaning and sanitizing sealed floors. It can do the job without using any chemicals. This is a great benefit of using the Enviro Steamer 310. It can clean tile, vinyl, sealed hardwood and laminate floors.

Because the water and the boiler are in the same housing, water heats up faster and don't lose the steam through a long tube. The Enviro Steamer 310 also comes with a telescopic handle which can be adjusted for your comfort length. It weighs only 7.5 lbs so you wouldn't have problem using it for a long time.

As you can see from the auction listings below with many bids on the item, the Enviro Steamer is a very popular product. Use the listings below to find a bargain price. Once you click on a product, you will be redirected to eBay to view the details of the Enviro Steamer you've chosen.

Eureka Enviro Steamer 310

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/steam-cleaners/eureka-enviro-steamer-310-review/feed/ Dyson DC15 Vacuum Cleaner Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/dyson-dc15-vacuum-cleaner-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/dyson-dc15-vacuum-cleaner-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:02:41 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=16 Dyson DC15One of the key features of Dyson DC15 is the ball that allows the vacuum to pivot and roll with the ease. It is a bit tricky to maneuver for first timers, but once you get the hang of it, you will be able to turn the vacuum around easily with a simple move of your wrist.

Another key innovation of Dyson DC15 is its filtration system. If you think that Dyson DC15 comes with a standard filters, you should think again. It uses a totally different filtration system from other vacuum cleaners. Please read the "How Dyson DC15 Filtration System Works" section at the end of this post if you like technical stuff.

Dyson DC15 can look a bit bulky but don't let it discourage from getting it for your home. It comes with powerful suction. I've tested it and I am impressed with its suction power.

Now, as you may already know, Dyson DC15 vacuum cleaner was introduced back in 2005 with three variant models : DC15 All Floors, Allergy, and Animal. Because it is an old model, you will be able to get it for less money. If you shop online, you will get even more discount. The best place to find a bargain is eBay. To help you find a deal, we have put together a list below. It is a list of auction listings at eBay. We have extracted the listings from eBay and reorganized them here so you don't have to search it around.

Dyson DC15 Vacuum Cleaner Review

How Dyson DC15 Filtration System Works

The air and dirt are sucked into the container where the outer cyclone removes large particles such as food, hair, and even fibers. The air will then move into the shroud and inner cyclone where it is rotated with a higher velocity to drop fine particles of dust out of the air.

From the inner cyclone, the air will move about through a washable inner foam pre filter where a majority of the particles will remain trapped. This feature helps the DC15 to keep dirt and debris
trapped inside and out of the motor.

The last step in the system after moving through the motor is the trip through the final HEPA filter. The DC15 has a very strict filter system, which will prevent 99.9% of bacteria and mold from getting to your home. The vacuum will suck it up and keep it inside of the vacuum where it belongs.

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/dyson-dc15-vacuum-cleaner-review/feed/ iRobot Roomba Scheduler 4230 Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-scheduler-4230-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-scheduler-4230-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:36:10 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=14 Roomba Scheduler 4230The Roomba Scheduler 4230 is one of the last models of the second generation Roombas manufactured in 2005. If you are looking for a model 4225, it is same as 4230 except it is being sold at Costco.

Among the Roomba vacuum cleaners, Roomba 4230 is still a very popular model to consumers. You can get it for much less now days if you shop online. Because so many of them were sold, it's relatively easy to find replacement parts online as well for less money.

People who purchased Roomba 4230 reported that it performed better than their expectations. It cleans both carpets and hard floors nicely. Please understand that Roomba wasn't designed to replaced a powerful upright vacuum cleaners, but it will keep your house dirt free if used frequently. One thing you should remember is to clean your Roomba occasionally. It will extend the life your Roomba greatly.

Please use the listings below to find a Roomba 4230 for your home or for a gift. These are the eBay listings extracted directly from eBay so you don't have to search it around.

iRobot Roomba Scheduler 4230

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-scheduler-4230-review/feed/ iRobot Roomba 530 Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-530-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-530-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:48:33 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=13 Roomba 530Roomba 530 is one of the early version of the third generation Roomba family. One of the major key improvement with Roomba 530 is the infrared sensor that detects obstacles. It makes Roomba to sense approaching object and slows down for a gentle bump. It wasn't always like that with the previous models.

Roomba 530 isn't the latest model from iRobot. But Roomba 530 is still being sold online for much less compared to the latest models. Because of reason, it is among the most popular models being sold. You can save money by purchasing old models online.

The owners of Roomba 530 reported that the side brush fell off after a certain period of usage. It is can be replaced easily but I hope iRobot sorts out this common problem. Other than that, Roomba 530 is quite and works well.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Roomba 530, you can save money by buying it through eBay. We've put together the listings from eBay on this page so you can find Roomba 530 easily. Use the listings below to find your Roomba!

iRobot Roomba 530

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-530-review/feed/ iRobot Roomba 560 Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-560-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-560-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:35:47 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=7 Roomba 560Roomba 560 is one of the latest models of the iRobot's Roombas. It is a third generation model which was introduced in 2007 with an infrared sensor to detect obstacles, and improved mechanical components.

Roomba 560 came out with some key improvements. One of my favorites is the anti-tangle technology. The previous model would just eat a cord until it gets stuck. Roomba 560 tries to untangle itself if anything gets tangled. It isn't perfect, but a great step forward in technology. Just make sure to put the cords and strings away before using the Roomba.

Another key feature that I like is the gentle-touch bumper system. If you've owned the previous models, you would know that the old models doesn't slow down when it detects an object. But Roomba 560 actually slows down if it senses something and hits the object gently. It doesn't dent your wall anyway, but cool feature to have.

One common problem with Roomba 560 is the side brush. It falls off easily after using it for a few months. You can get the replacement part from iRobot if it ever falls off. Their support is top notch.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Roomba 560, you will be able to find great deals on eBay. We've put the eBay listings below for our readers. Take a look at the auction listings for great deals.

iRobot Roomba 560

]]> http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-560-review/feed/ iRobot Roomba Pro Elite Review http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-pro-elite-review/ http://www.cleaninglab.com/vacuums/irobot-roomba-pro-elite-review/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:09:05 +0000 admin http://www.cleaninglab.com/?p=3 Roomba Pro Elite, model number 3100 was produced back in 2003 and it is now a discontinued model. It is the last model of the first generation Roomba family.

Roomba Pro Elite works well on both carpets and hard wood floors. It will clean your room better if you use it more frequently. One key feature of the Roomba Pro Elite is the MAX function which runs the roomba until the battery is completely discharged. It is particularly useful for cleaning large rooms.

One thing you should know about Roomba Pro Elite is that it takes about 12 hours to charge full if you don't have the rapid-charger. We recommend that you get an extra battery and a rapid charger.

One of the best places to buy a Roomba Pro Elite is eBay. You will be able to get it for less money. We have extracted the auction listings directly from eBay and re-organized it here for you. Browse the listings to find a Roomba Pro Elite for your house.

Roomba Pro Elite

Roomba Pro Elite Battery Chargers

Roomba Rapid Chargers

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