Here’s our guide to vacuuming and cleaning wood flooring.. Hardwood floors aren’t as delicate as many people think.

When the bin is overfilled, there is more air resistance inside the vacuum which reduces suction power.Emptying the bin and removing any clumps will usually solve this issue..

The filter is blocked.Gtech Multi Mk2 has a washable filter., which can be pulled out from the top of the bin.

When this filter is blocked, the suction power of the vacuum will be reduced.To clean it, tap off excess dust, remove the scented cartridge (if you have the K9 version), then rinse the filter under a cold water tap.

Make sure the filter is completely dry before being re-inserted into the vacuum..

There is a blockage somewhere in the vacuum., avoid a brush bar as this can scratch the surface.

Instead, use a hard floor attachment or soft dusting brush.. Our advice in this article is mainly targeted towards carpeted stairs, but the method stays the same regardless of which tools you use.. 2.Choose The Right Attachments.

Tools and attachments are your best friend when it comes to cleaning stairs.The main floorhead is too wide and bulky, so you ideally want a mini motorised tool and a crevice tool.