Stairs: Has anyone used this item on stairs and if so, does it clean well?
1827002
It's wonderful for stairs. In fact that's why I got it. Here are the reasons it's so good on stairs: NO CORD to drag around or trip on LIGHT WEIGHT BOTH BRUSH AND SUCTION GETS CLOSE WALL AND RISER ADJUSTS ANGLE from 90 to 180 degrees
1799871
The carpet does not seem to be removable on my model. Probably the best way to clean the steps would be with a vacuum cleaner and possibly some kind of detergent wipes (like Chlorox wipes) or, depending on the mess, maybe some Anti-Icky Poo spray.
1401732
It works, depends on how wide your stairs are. I own this to ease the work on my back, so. Sometimes it is easier to use a strawbroom, or shovel, but when it's deep (like we had in the NE this past winter) you can use it to clear a path. It can be a bit of a pain, but better than the alternative (shovel push down create bigger pile to move or push sideways). I use this sideways to create a path and use a shovel for clean up near the railings, middlish to the right and then middlish to the left.
604099
It works very well on carpeted stairs. For a hand held vacuum, it has plenty of power and a nice long cord. It may work a little too well, in that the canister fills up very quickly, so you will probably have to empty it every time you use it.
2220016
I love this item but I only use it to clean out my vehicle and stairs because it is lite weight. I have never tried it on my hardwood. But it is great to do the job that I purchased it to do.
2083217
I use the wand with the versatool for stairs with no carpet and it works very well. The versa tool is good for bare floors and when closed it has good suction also for crevices. I hope this helped you.
228904
It's great on carpeted stairs... it also has a flippable visor which makes the riser easy to get to. Yes, the brushes keep rotating but they can be stopped if desired. No problem as far as the pick up.
1034264
The unit should be cleaned after use. Moving the unit is not messy with the water and grease trays removed; however, the unit is somewhat heavy. Two people might be required to carry it down a flight of stairs without great exertion.
1919768
This product will clean stairs very well when you use the rotating brush attachment. Beware you will have to be bending over a lot. Stairs are dangerous things to work on. Safety first always. If you get dizzy and lose your balance you could fall down the stairs. Not a good thing to happen. Use your best judgement and be very careful. I hope this helps you.
1051566
Hi, yes it works great. I live on the second floor but I use the elevator. I put kitty litter and pilled to the top. I cannot say about stairs but its pretty sturdy.
1885751
This is awesome on carpets and furniture, but not so good on bare floors. It will suck up big stuff, but it doesn't do nearly the job that a canister vac with the brush does. The lift-off option is great and with the pet attachment it's a breeze to get hair off of the stairs, but if there is sand on the stairs you would need to lug the whole vacuum to do an adequate job. No bags, like the dyson, and very easy to clean.
38951
Yes, this would work well on stairs. My regular vacuum attachments (Hoover) don't work because those attachments are female to fit to a male fitting and the Makita attachments are male to fit to a female fitting.
1410545
If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect it to last several more years. If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect... » Read More If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect it to last several more years. « Show Less
2220992
This is the best for the stairs! It has 2 rotating brush extensions for either wide or shallow stairs, or your preference. Easily detaches, easily connects.. It is light enough in weight, that it will be fairly effortless to go up or done the stairs, doing carpet or hard flooring material. Lastly, it gets good and close on the edges next to the wall or the next step, however your stairs are arranged. I think you will be pleased, I have been!Have fun,Mark
394602
You can use it on stairs, but the thing you have to remember is that this is a vacuum to remove SURFACE dirt / debris. It doesn't have enough suction power to pull dirt out of the carpet. This is best used on solid surface floors or tight weave carpets. In a pinch you can use it on your stairs, but if you want the carpet to be clean and to last you'll need to use standard vacuum.
2083216
i havent used it on stairs, i dont have any, i use it on couches and chairs and it works very well.. its basically a miniature version of the main spinning brush.
561095
It comes with a crevice tool and brush attachment . It gets my 8x10 rug clean. No attachment for stairs. It works great.