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Restore your vacuum's suction
I just spent $16 on a used upright vacuum cleaner. Right now it sucks up dirt about as fast as a baby sea turtle can drag itself to the ocean -- that is, painstakingly slowly. So why did I buy it? Answer: it's not broken. It just needs some TLC in the ...
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Vacuum maintenance - A simple guide
Your vacuum works hard, picking up crushed fishy crackers from under the couch, sawdust shavings from your latest DIY endeavor, and everyday particles of dust and dirt that find their home in yours. With a little love, you can keep your vacuum working ...
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Clean your bagless vacuum so it keeps cleaning for you
After reading about how to clean a Roomba vacuum, one of our readers wrote in to ask about cleaning a bagless vacuum. Thanks for the great question, Mike! Each vacuum is different, so consult your owner's manual for help in locating all its filters and ...
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Make an "Alvin" vacuum sealer
We've all seen those vacuum sealers on the infomercials. Sure, they might be handy, but at those prices you might as well just buy the minimum amount of food and not worry about food storage. But thanks to the DIY imagination of Eric Foreman, you can ...
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How to Vacuum -- Spring Cleaning Guide
We know you know how to vacuum -- but we've got the scoop on the little things that come up: Tackling small spaces, how to fix a broken belt and the things you should never vacuum. We're breaking it down by every little thing you need to know. Not only ...
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Central Vacuum Systems - Should You or Shouldn't You?
Tired of hauling that heavy vacuum around the house? A central vacuum system can make the job of cleaning your home a little easier -- plus, you can install it yourself. So is it worth it to invest in one? DIY Life breaks it down for you in this edition of ...
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