For those that are very allergic to dust

[ShopSmart]

I have very bad allergies to dust.

A friend of mine also has allergies to dust and we're wondering what is the best vacuum cleaner to buy which will kick up the least amount of dust in a fully carpeted condo or on hardwood.

I've done a bit of research between cannister vs. upright. I have a lower-end HEPA cannister Miele currently but it lacks suction. (The head is not a power one.)

I read a somewhat biased article saying that all HEPA vacuum cleaners are a scam basically because they leak dust-laden air back out after it's been sucked in. And then the article goes on to recommend another $1000 dollar model but now I don't know which marketing slant to believe.

Can anyone who has dust allergies and has purchased a HEPA vaccuum cleaner weigh in?

Thanks!

[inferno_gn]

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[coolspot]

No option of getting a central vacuum? If you do, the dust will be vented outside instead of recirculating inside your house.

Also do you have an filtration system on you HVAC?

[jm1]

I have dust mite allergies, and the last time I was researching vaccums, the Bissell Healthy Home was to be my top choice. It has comparable performance to the best Dyson vaccums at a much lower price and people with allergies have said it works very well. I can't post links because it's my aggregated opinion from tons of reading of reviews and online postings. I ultimately decided to keep my existing one for now until it dies.

Don't forget the other ways to keep dust mites down: frequent hot drying of linen, replacement of carpet with hardwood, hypo-allergetic pillowcases, etc. While there are differences between vaccums, the stuff I just mentioned would make a much larger difference to your dust mite allergies.

[cortez]

I have dust mite allergies, and the last time I was researching vaccums, the Bissell Healthy Home was to be my top choice. It has comparable performance to the best Dyson vaccums at a much lower price and people with allergies have said it works very well. I can't post links because it's my aggregated opinion from tons of reading of reviews and online postings. I ultimately decided to keep my existing one for now until it dies.

Don't forget the other ways to keep dust mites down: frequent hot drying of linen, replacement of carpet with hardwood, hypo-allergetic pillowcases, etc. While there are differences between vaccums, the stuff I just mentioned would make a much larger difference to your dust mite allergies.

I would suggest the bissel healthy home too

[Pete_Coach]

Have a look at these sites. there may be some info for you.

http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/
http://www.allergymatters.com/
http://www.achooallergy.com/

There is most likely something you can use...

[Keigotw]

I have very bad allergies to dust.

A friend of mine also has allergies to dust and we're wondering what is the best vacuum cleaner to buy which will kick up the least amount of dust in a fully carpeted condo or on hardwood.

I've done a bit of research between cannister vs. upright. I have a lower-end HEPA cannister Miele currently but it lacks suction. (The head is not a power one.)

I read a somewhat biased article saying that all HEPA vacuum cleaners are a scam basically because they leak dust-laden air back out after it's been sucked in. And then the article goes on to recommend another $1000 dollar model but now I don't know which marketing slant to believe.

Can anyone who has dust allergies and has purchased a HEPA vaccuum cleaner weigh in?

Thanks!

Buy a Miele
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5NLlCWNF6U

Dyson does not work
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXA0N0V2uOQ&feature=related

Dirt Devil Vacuum Does NOT Trap The Dust
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdqjrYot-vw

Kenmore & Panasonic , does not work
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUpQ1LbAzQA

[venice_it]

I have a Miele and it is alright, but I don't have the power head and just the turbo head and it doesn't do as well as it could on carpet, but better than just the basic attachment. The bags are also expensive and small. It is very quiet and has good suction, but I need the power head to pick up pet hair.

[pkguy]

Having a HEPA filter or not having a HEPA filter has absolutely no bearing on whether a vacuum cleaner spews dust out its exhaust. There are vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters that spew more dust than NON-HEPA vacuums etc.
HEPA filters are not much more than todays marketing BUZZ WORD. Read up in consumer reports who have actually tested the various makes and models to find out which ones kick up the least amount of dust if that is most important to you. To most people it's a moot point but one that way too many people think is overly important when it isn't, maybe just to make themselves feel special and not "left out" in the I have a sickness too category.

[Larrylovetoo]

I suffer from dust allergies and I use a Miele Hepa Vacuum cleaner. ( 7 years old ) I do not have severe allergies to dust but I was told that UPLA filtration Vacuums are the way to go. ( the next step up to HEPA filtration )

Hope this helps...http://www.cleanroomworld.com/detail/index.cfm?nPID=5077

[Cheap Cat]

Having a HEPA filter or not having a HEPA filter has absolutely no bearing on whether a vacuum cleaner spews dust out its exhaust. There are vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters that spew more dust than NON-HEPA vacuums etc.
HEPA filters are not much more than todays marketing BUZZ WORD. Read up in consumer reports who have actually tested the various makes and models to find out which ones kick up the least amount of dust if that is most important to you. To most people it's a moot point but one that way too many people think is overly important when it isn't, maybe just to make themselves feel special and not "left out" in the I have a sickness too category.

I've read of a study that said a HEPA filter on vacuum is just hype. But my nose used to run non-stop all day, the day after I vacuumed. I bought a Fantom Lightning vacuum with a HEPA filter and I never had that problem again after vacuuming. So I would recommend looking for a vacuum with a HEPA filter that is rated for low emissions.

I don't get your ignorant "I have a sickness too category" comment. Like the OP, I am allergic to dust. If you had allergies, you would understand how miserable they can make you feel. I also suffer from sinus problems, so all the nasal secretions generally lead to sinus congestion and bad sinus headaches. So yes, it is an important feature to me.