Is this Dyson for bare floors or carpeting or both&gt;
289249
It works for both. It automatically starts with the brushes spinning but you can hit a button to turn off the brushes for bare floors.
1323618
Works very well on carpets and rugs. I don't care for it as much on bare floors unless I use a non- rotating attachment. The way you disable the rotating brushes on the standard attachment is by this trigger that opens up an air inlet thereby causing the brush mechanism to lose suction and stop turning. Problem is that it seems to also lower the suction overall so it doesn't pick up a lot of stuff. My solution is to use one of the optional attachments or to just let the brushes run even on bare floors. They are soft and don't leave any scratches. Overall I really like this vacuum cleaner. It seems effortless to move around. Much better than my old canister vacuum. It also takes up surprisingly little room.
448876
We live in Tampa. I use mine all the time. I have two (make that three now) cats and a bird, as well as having had three teens in the house. Mine works great for all of that, but like I said before, I don't use mine often on our two carpeted rooms. I use our Dyson for those because I have severe dust allergies and a canister vac just doesn't have the suction to get deep enough into the matresses or carpets to remove enough dust for my liking.
699436
I asked my wife and she says it works good on floors but not so good on rugs. We're kind of disappointed with the Dyson period. The main unit with beater has great suction but is hard handle on rugs unless you have a lot of strength which some women don't have.
653510
This vacuum has great suction power and it does a good job on bare floors but not on rugs or carpets. Good for speedy pickups.
1781854
No these are made for carpets only. cpu 1t and 2t can be purchased with option accessories that would allow you to vacuum bare floors
2220019
It does come with a combo-brush that's suitable for bare floors and carpets. The caveat here is that the bottom of the brush has a metal plate instead of just a cheaper all plastic base. I've never used it on wooden floors so I can't say that it won't scratch but it seems unlikely as there is enough clearance. The front of the unit has a brush and the rear has 2 plastic wheels to keep it raised enough off the floor. See my full review on the unit; it's not as bad as a lot of reviews would let you believe! For the price it's a very good vacuum but like most bag-less models it needs its foam filter rinsed out otherwise it gets plugged. Your mileage may vary on filter rinses.
781274
The unit is very light and Maneuvers easy. I have used it to clean my stairs along with my Poker tables in addition to everything else. Yes you have to PRE VACUUM the carpet and sweep hard floors. You will notice a difference the first time.
1979389
Here's my best guess. The vacuum has a two-position switch that selects for carpet and bare floor. I suspect the only difference is rotating brush function--on for carpeted floor and off for bare floor. I've never actually checked to see for sure, but I strongly suspect that's how one can turn the brush on or off. Hope this info is helpful.
1743462
I called Dyson on this myself. The only differences are: (1) the attachments that are included and (2) the color. The main body of the unit is the same between the two.
2109039
It is better on hardwood and tile, actually. But overall this is a very bulky, inconvenient, heavy machine. If you're going to spend on a Dyson, get a better one... With the ball etc.
1240075
Aftef having used this vacuum for some time, I would say that yes it does an ok job on bare floors , but the issue is that the filter itself is too small which results in it clogging and not vacuuming too well until you clean it.... at least that's my experience, but then again I live in a desert area.
914157
It has only two settings. Carpet and bare floors. This vac works better than any we have ever owned. 5 stars.
2237071
Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have trouble with things breaking on you. Maybe you should stick with the cheap stuff. Hoover's got the Tempo for under $100. Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have... » Read More Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have trouble with things breaking on you. Maybe you should stick with the cheap stuff. Hoover's got the Tempo for under $100. « Show Less
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Hmm, I'm not sure since I never bother to turn the brush off even on laminate and tile floors. (See answer from T. Cail). But if you have to go from hard floors to carpet, I would avoid Dyson. It is difficult to maneuver on my med-short carpet and most of the time the brush stops working because it gets stuck on the carpet. Very frustrating.
738950
Yes it is specifically made for carpet. On bare floor it does not has much advantage. I do not use it on rugs because it will destroy it. For rugs and floor I use small Hoover canister vacuum. iRobot is also good for laminate.
1433920
I really don't understand what you're asking. I love my Dyson. It's so easy to use!