DogPages.org are talking vacuum cleaners

On the forums of DogPages.org member pbr is looking for help on choosing a vacuum cleaner,

“I just need a recommendation for a bagless cylinder reasonably lightweight vacuum cleaner for mainly wooden floors but with some carpet & rugs.”

Despite the request for bagless a few members have advised not being too hasty dismissing the alternative, especially when it comes to the Miele Cat and Dog. Jazzlet praises its ability to deal with laminate,

“I have to say that I rarely vacuum the laminate as it’s quicker to whip round with a broom, but it does a great job when I do. And it picks up the difficult combination of long human hair and short dog hair from the carpets with no trouble.”

When it comes to the bag issue mcclurgs suggests it isn’t as bigger problem as one may think,

“I am a massive Miele Cat and Dog fan, yep it comes with bags but the job it does is unbelievable. I have 3 dogs and empty the bag maybe once a month.”

And on page two of the thread Janice, who believes her Miele Cat and Dog upright cleaner is the best she’s ever owned, thinks bags are an advantage,

“It’s not bagless, but having the bag is a bonus in my opinion … bagless cleaners are very messy, and spew dust everywhere when you empty them. Everything that goes into the Miele dust bag stays there, 100 per cent.”

Have you got a preference when it comes to bag or bagless? A tip for battling dog hair? Or an opinion on the above? Let us know in the comments…

MJT at Overclockers opts for Miele

On the Overclockers forum Mr Paul has asked for advice on the best provider of fitted kitchens. Although there has been a wide and varied response, MJT recommends Miele,

“Miele fitted kitchens are very solid and last forever, as do the appliances.

Ours is 20 years old this year and only the dishwasher and oven have been replaced, and that was last year. All the units are in perfect condition and nothing has broken.”

The discussion on the thread is a healthy one, so if you’re interested in seeing what else was being said click through.

Mumsnet recommend Miele washing machines

CharlotteACavatica needs a big drum! The washing machine she is after also needs to be a work horse as it is unlikely to get a day off!

The recommendations have flown in from the Mumsnet community with a host of contributors suggesting Miele is the brand to go for in this scenario. The key phrase from CharlotteACavatica being that the machine must be able to handle ‘…the hardcore wash loads my four kids will throw its way!’

Notapizzaeater has Miele experience,

“I have a Miele and do 2-3 washes EVERY day! Tis fab and came with a 6 yr guarantee, also uses lot less water/electric than any others so cost more in the first place but should pay for itself in savings….”

Zapostrophe seconds the sentiment,

“We have had a Miele for 9 years. It is indestructible. I have two boys with a 21m gap and have been doing a daily nappy wash for the last four and a bit years, plus another wash or two on top. I worship at the foot of Miele (have a diswasher and tumble dryer too). My parents’ Miele washed my clothes when I was at primary school and it’s still going strong now I’m in my early 30s.”

While DrivenToDistraction confirms the last-long-ability of the Miele brand,

“I’ve known three teenage Mieles (MIL’s + 2 in rented houses) that have never needed repairs/spares…”

The full thread can be read here.

Best vacuum for pet hair and wooden floors?

It is a regular enquiry within the vacuum buying masses – Best vacuum for pet hair and wooden floors?

The investigation is currently at full tilt on Money Saving Expert after MoneySaving Stalwart mentioned that their Golden Retriever ‘likes to leave her hair everywhere’. Needless to say the recommendations have come in think and fast with various brands being mentioned.

In the Miele corner, among others, are Picklepick,

“I also second the Miele cat and dog. I worked as a domestic cleaner a couple of years ago and it was by far the best I ever tried. This was in a house with 4 dogs and 5 cats!”

And Margaret Clark,

“And yet another vote for a Miele C&D – coping very well with 1 long-haired cat, 1 short-haired cat and 1 casting-all-over-the-place black lab. We have wooden floors, rugs and carpets and it does the business with everything.”

To see what everyone is saying the full thread is here. How’s your Miele coping with shedding pet hair?

Advice on a new vacuum cleaner

1stdayofmylife has asked the Money Saving Expert faithful for advice on a new vacuum cleaner,

“I need to buy a new vacuum cleaner, the one I have at the moment was bought very cheaply and doesn’t pick up anything and have no idea were to start.”

There are plenty of recommendations and although 1stdayofmylife eventually chooses to not go with Miele as they’re a little too expensive both Falady and Mummyslittleboy are fans of the brand,

“Miele are expensive but well worth it!”

“I will second that I have the Miele cat and dog and its a great vacuum and has lasted longer than any other vacuum I have had. We had nothing but problems […] so after trying two different models we ended up buying the Miele”

Click the link for the full advice on a new vacuum cleaner thread.