How Do I Find a Good Vacuum for my Carpet?

Carpet Question Corner -  Carpet Q and A - 5th in a series

"I can't tell one vacuum from another, how do I find a good one?" is the fifth in a series of banner ads developed to run on the flooring news website Talkfloor.com. The banner ads contain great information for consumers, from choosing the right carpet, to safeguarding a home’s indoor air quality, to keeping carpet clean and beautiful as new. Today's is about finding good vacuums.

Let’s go over the questions – and pay careful attention because there will be a quiz. ;-)

Carpet Question Corner #5: I can’t tell one vacuum from another. How do I find a good one?

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) has developed the Seal of Approval program to measure cleaning effectiveness of vacuums and other cleaning systems. Tested in an independent laboratory, each product is put through a series of scientific, measurable tests. Those that perform well enough earn platinum, gold, silver and bronze medallions. For a list of the highest-rated products, visit CRI’s website (carpet-rug.org) and search Seal of Approval. In no time, you’ll find a vacuum cleaner that’s right for you.

Visit carpet-rug.org and criblog.org to learn more.

How do you answer this question? What resources do you use to explain the difference between vacuums and how one is better than the other for cleaning carpet?

Let me know in the comments.

~ Bethany