Dyson DC26 City Multi Floor Ultra-lightweigh Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner

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Canisters are already much lighter in their operation compared to an upright, but this compact Dyson canister vacuum is a lightweight even in the canister world. Don’t let the small size fool you though.

A canister vacuum will follow you around as you vacuum the floor. Two large rear wheels and a single castor wheel at the front of the vacuum glide smoothly across the floor. Dyson's advanced seven-cell battery delivers up to 70 minutes of whole-home cleaning.⁵ Remove and replace for even longer cleans.⁶

There are some design quirks that make the Dyson City a little frustrating to use. It does well in all of our performance tests, but it isn’t a perfect cleaning machine. The cord is too short, the dust bin is too small, and maintaining the DC26 can get a bit messy. Getting Started It’s light and easy to maneuver as you go from one corner to the next. It also is far superior to uprights at cleaning stairs. The canister is very compact so it can rest comfortably on the steps as vacuum the staircase. Choose a clean, dry storage location: Your vacuum cleaner should be stored in a clean, dry location to prevent dust and moisture buildup. A closet or utility room is a good choice.

It also works very nicely for cleaning those hard to reach areas from stairs to closets, and even the interior of a car. For some reason, canister vacuums aren’t that big here in the States. They do take some getting used to, but there are some inherent advantages to this Dyson City’s lightweight canister design. No dust or debris came out of the exhaust. This means the hot air coming from a Dyson DC26 is cleaner than the air you are breathing right now. Attachments / Onboard Tools Some people think that because it’s a bagless machine, all they have to do is empty the dust bin and they are good to go. Wrong!The other two tools that snap onto the wand are a very small stair brush and a crevice tool that doubles as an upholstery brush. These tools do come in handy for cleaning different surfaces other than floors. The Dyson City might not be very popular in the United States, but it is a huge hit across the pond in Europe. Intentional cosmetic decoration or modification that may impact a product’s resale, refurbishment, restoration or usability will void the terms of your product’s warranty and the Dyson return policy. Cordless vacuums have improved significantly in recent years and many models are now capable of providing equivalent levels of cleaning performance to corded vacuums.

The smaller particles were removed easily. After a few passes, we were able to get all the larger particles off the carpeting. When it comes to storing your vacuum cleaner, there are a few things to keep in mind to help keep it in good condition and ready to use when you need it.With a simple snap, you can pull down the upholstery attachment on the crevice tool. This is nice for dusting, or freshening up curtains. This is a huge plus because the turbine brush is small enough to use on upholstery as well. If your pet leaves you plenty of fur to remove, this canister vacuum has the ability to clean it up on a variety of surfaces. You do have to be comfortable with a canister. It takes some getting used to if you aren’t familiar with this type of design.

Clean the filters once a month, and your Dyson will last much longer. There are some other canisters out there that are easier to maintain, have just as good of a filtration system, but are bagged. Therefore, we give this a three on the value for your money. Final Vacuum Verdict Once again, we used white flour as a simulation of dust on the hard floor. We spread it out on the hardwood floor and pushed it up against the molding too. First of all, make sure you equip the wand with the articulating hard floor tool. This wider tool doesn’t have a spinning brush on the bottom. Empty the dustbin or replace the bag: Before storing your vacuum cleaner, be sure to empty the dustbin or replace the bag to prevent any dust or debris from accumulating inside the vacuum.The nice smooth pivoting head allows you to clean up against the edge of the wall. The powerful suction of the small canister gets the debris no matter if you vacuum head on or you pass by the side of the wall with the edge of the brush. Filtration It still has above average suction power at around 90 inches of water lift. It also is versatile enough to clean hard floors and short pile carpeting efficiently and effectively. First, it has better clearance than a typical upright. You will be able to get underneath furniture and cabinet overhangs with ease.