Top 5 ways you could use a handheld vacuum - Black & Decker India

If you are one of those who wonder why you would need an additional vacuum to your heavy duty upright one at home, here are a few scenarios in which a cordless handheld vacuum can be invaluable to you:

In the car: If you are a family that eats your snacks in the car, on the way to extra classes or games, then you know what I’m talking about. Crumbs have a way of getting into everything, and just brushing them off doesn't do the task well enough. A cordless vacuum comes in very handy in such a situation.

In the kitchen and dining table: For most dry spills in the kitchen, a handheld vacuum can clear up the mess very quickly. It is also very useful as it can reach nooks and crevices more effectively than a broom, so that no spillage is left behind. Especially when you have kids in the house, who are learning to eat by themselves, the dining table tends to be a mess after mealtime. When a light and cordless vacuum is at arm’s length, we can very easily get used to the easy cleaning it offers.

On the stairs: It is difficult to handle a big vacuum on the stairs, so in order to make the job easier a handheld is ideal. You can carry it along easily, as well as clean corners and edges very well with the attachments given with the machine.

On the sofa: Every time you remove or move sofa cushions you can see the amount of dust and debris that collects underneath. To avoid this, set up a regular cleaning schedule with your handheld and you can see the difference. This also helps in reducing allergies around the house as a lot of the hidden dust is taken care of.

Keyboards: The brush attachment of a handheld like the Orb-it is ideal for cleaning your keyboards, be it computer or musical. Usually the gaps between keys always have dust accumulated in them, as these are difficult to clean even with the machine switched off.

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Why get a hand-held vacuum? - Black & Decker India

You might have wondered about the variety of vacuum cleaners available on the market, and about which one would be suitable for your home. You may have a lot of doubts about the elegant looking hand-held vacuum cleaners, and here are some facts that may help you make your decision:

Small but powerful: Some hand-held vacuums may not be suitable for all types of cleaning as they are not powerful enough, but the 7.5W suction power of a vacuum like the Black & Decker Orb-it is ideal for your short cleaning tasks. Whether for a sudden spill or the crevices of the sofa, a cleaner like the Orb-it can get it done very quickly.

Less bulky: While heavy-duty upright vacuums are useful for intensive floor cleaning and similar tasks, for smaller nooks as well as handy usage, the hand vacuum is a very nifty appliance. Especially for seniors and those with back or neck problems where handling the bigger vacuum is a difficult task, the hand vacuum is light and much easier to use. The cordless usage is also a plus in this area.

Battery life: Taking the case of the Orb-it for example, the battery life is about 7 minutes, which is enough time for multiple cleaning tasks at home. Even if you want to take it along on a long drive, it will hold its charge for the time required for any quick cleanups needed along the way.

Convenience of attachments: While the nozzle in a hand held vacuum is already compact enough, they usually come with some useful attachments such as the brush attachment of the Orb-it that is ideal for keyboard cleaning. The crevice attachment also helps in accessing any narrow areas like sofa corners.

Easy charging: Hand-held vacuums usually have compact and convenient charging points, which can also be used as a storage space. When you have a hand-held that is as good looking as the Orb-it, you can even leave it charging on your kitchen slab as it’s a great conversation point too.

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6 Easy Car Maintenance Tips - Black & Decker

With the dust flying all around, our vehicles that are parked in the open air really face the brunt of it all. Most places don’t have an easy car wash facility, and in any case it is not always possible to go to an external agency to get your car cleaned. We can start with some simple ways to easily maintain the car, and here are some tips:

Avoid messy food in the car: Make it a rule to minimize or avoid food that might lead to a mess on the upholstery. This includes biscuits or crumbly cakes, or anything that is in a semi-liquid state. Try to stick to dry food that can be made into bite size portions and just popped into the mouth.

Use water effectively: You can wash your car quite easily with an optimal amount of water. There is no need to leave the pipe or tap running for a long time, instead try other methods such as using a pressure washer which uses the motor pressure to clean your car very efficiently.

Cleaning the seats: Before shampooing the seats, remove all the loose particles using a compact vacuum. Black & Decker for example has some cordless models like the Orb-it that are great for quick cleanups on the go, as well as auto vacuums designed for cleaning car interiors. A vacuum is the best way to reach all the nooks and folds of the seats.

The right cloth: It is very important to use the right cloth to wipe the car and especially the glass portions of it. A microfiber cloth works very well for wiping the glass without leaving any stains, as well as cleaning well. There are other options available for the metal portion, but a soft cloth that does not leave behind fibers is ideal.

Check under the bonnet: Don’t forget to check under your hood once all the cosmetic cleaning is complete. Though most good service centers will check for coolant and other needs regularly. It is always better for us to have an idea too.

Polishing: A final step that can be done once every few months is to give the car a good coat of a high grade wax or polish. Use the advised cloth to apply, and then a good machine such as the polisher from Black & Decker to give the final shine.

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