The Shark provides decent carpet cleaning power.
, but their focus has traditionally been bagged cylinder vacuums.The Triflex is their first cordless model, and, like most other cordless vacuums on the market, it’s a bagless stick vacuum with a lithium-ion battery.. There’s no doubt that the Miele Triflex HX1 Cat and Dog is a great looking vacuum.
The obsidian black colour scheme combines metallic graphite details that results in a sleek design.As we would expect from Miele, it also feels sturdy and durable.. A drawback to the design is that it weighs 3.6kg, which is above average for a cordless vacuum.We also think the 0.5 litre dust capacity is also disappointingly small when compared to the 0.76 litre capacity of the Dyson V11.. On the upside, we love the versatile 3-in-1 configuration system.
It’s standard to be able to remove the wand and use attachments in handheld mode, but Miele has gone a step further by allowing you to change the position of the power unit.. You can have the power unit at the top like a traditional stick vacuum, place it at the bottom like an upright vacuum, or use it as a compact handheld vacuum cleaner.We’ll look at the pros and cons of these in the next section, but it’s fair to say it’s a versatile design.. There’s a focus on high build quality for the Triflex HX1 Cat and Dog, and this is demonstrated when swapping between setup modes.
We think it feels sturdy when taken apart, and everything goes back together with a satisfying click.
If we had a complaint, it’s that it can be quite fiddly to move between the various setups though.. VIEW PRICE.Continued application of steam can lead to warping, cracking, and discolouration..
So, using a steam mop on hardwood floors is definitely something to avoid!.Clean Spills as Soon as They Happen.
Excess moisture spells bad news for hardwood floors, so blot up spills as soon as you can.Use an absorbent cloth to remove the majority of the liquid, and follow up with paper towels to get any remaining water..