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Since the introduction of wall to wall carpet, the importance of a good vacuum has become more pronounced. Carpeting can carry all sorts of dust mite, mold, mildew, and bacteria. A large accumulation of these culprits can be the beginning of respiratory problems for the people who live with these annoyances every day. A good vacuum is going to decrease the amount of these contaminants if not eliminate the problem all together. Many water vacuum manufacturers claim to be able to eliminate micro dust particles which tend to carry mold spores, mildew and bacteria. Many of the major manufacturers started to make filters that are able to filter the smallest of particles, mainly to aid allergy sufferers.

Now that more homes are being built with hardwood floors and an assortment of tiles, vacuum makers have diversified to include the ability to clean different floor types with one machine. Some machines provided more complex carpet cleaning abilities, while others eliminated the need for a filter with its cyclonic canisters. Then the water vacuum was introduced. This product started with a TV infomercial, amazing impressed on-lookers with its sanitary approach to cleaning with no harsh chemicals. In the days of eco-friendly living, this is a major boon.

Now, most of the household name manufacturers are making their own versions in order to stake a claim in this new market. Some of the original water vacuum designers as well as traditional vacuum companies that have jumped on board and made their own version of the water vacuum include:

1. Eureka

2. Hoover

3. Dirt Devil

4. H20

5. Shark Vac

Water vacuums generally receive good reviews for their performance, although the quality obviously varies between one product and another. Generally speaking, allergy sufferers seem to be pleased with the ability of the filter canisters to trap dirt and dust in the water before they have the chance to escape back into the air. Other water vacuum variants such as the Shark Vac have a water reservoir that converts to steam; the steam not only cleans but it sanitizes as well. For carpets, there is an attachment that allows the unit to slide across the carpet more easily, decreasing energy expenditure and more accurately picking up allergens.

Some people have had a problem with the awkward canister designs, but the handle and floor parts swivel 360 degrees allowing the user to get into tight crevices. At the time of this writing, the cost of the average unit is between $150-$250. Commercial options can run as much as $2500, but of course the trade off is increased coverage and sturdier construction. To have a client notice the cleanliness and freshness might just justify the price. However, even home owners will be able to appreciate the increased allergen reduction.

Miranda specializes in research in many water-related topics including water vacuum cleaners and the excell pressure washer.

compare the taste of distillate to original water?

And you will find that the distilled water is tasteless and flat (less oxygenated). Distillation removes just about everything from the water other than the water itself. Of course distilled water is also the safest water for those same reasons and it has important uses (just not in my water glass)