Canister Vacuum Information

Canister vacuums are best for wood floors, curtains and upholstery, but a different kind of vacuum may be more appropriate for your needs. Upright vacuums, for example are a good choice for homes that have a lot of carpet. ConsumerSearch has reports on upright vacuum cleaners, shop vacs and handheld vacuums.

Besides the reviews in Our Sources, we found the following resources to be particularly helpful:

Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. is a nonprofit organization for families affected by allergies and asthma.

TheGreenGuide.com also has information related to vacuuming and allergies.

The article "Vacuum Cleaner Care and Feeding" at TheNewHomemaker.com is worth reading.

Vacuum cleaner buying guide on eBay.

Manufacturers' websites:

Bissell

Dirt Devil

Dyson

Electrolux (Eureka)

Electrolux (Aerus)

Eureka

Hoover

Kenmore

Miele

Oreck

Panasonic

Sebo

Rainbow