Are wet-dry vacuums safe to use on hardwood floors?

[Marillyn Hewson]

Yes, you can use wet-dry vacuums on hardwood floors as long as they're sealed. Some wet-dry vacuums have more water output than others, but among the ones we tested, the water output is not too significant to cause concern. That said, you don't need to mop your hardwood floors more than once a week. Always check to see that the wheels don't cause any scratches on your hardwood floors. That did not occur with any of the wet-dry vacuums we tested. However, we did find some wheels glided more smoothly on our hardwood floors than others, like the rubber wheels on the Tineco S7 Pro. Lastly, some cleaning solutions could damage your hardwood floors over time, so it's probably best to use the cleaning solution provided by the wet dry vacuum only once a month.

Nobody likes having to lug a heavy vacuum around, especially if your home has multiple stories. And if you live in a smaller space or don't like clutter, something light that's easy to put in a closet or corner will impact how your home looks and feels. If any of these situations apply to you, then you should focus on the dimensions and weight of the vacuum you're considering, so you can have a clear picture of how much space it would take up or how it would feel to carry it around your home. The Tineco Go H2O Sense is extremely lightweight and did a great job moving from room to room during testing without too much hassle.