Vacuum cleaners can get clogged if objects get stuck in the hose or if the container is too full, but most clogs can be easily cleared simply by emptying your vacuum cleaner regularly. However, hair and string tend to wrap around the vacuum cleaner brush and can limit its movement, causing slow death until it stops spinning and your vacuum cleaner becomes unusable. At first glance, it might look complicated to get in and unravel the mess, but depending on the vacuum, it’s probably easier than you think.
How to remove a vacuum cleaner brush
The best way to clean a suction brush is to remove it. Unfortunately there is no universal vacuum cleaner, so remove the brush depends on the vacuum mark. Some require removing the lower grille that surrounds the brush; others have a convenient pull-out lever or button that opens a compartment on the side to remove the brush for cleaning. Most modern vacuum cleaners have this capability.
How to clean a tangled vacuum cleaner
Once you remove the brush, cleaning it up is pretty easy, like TikTok users @ vaneamaro91 Highlights. Take good scissors and cut along the length of the brush, being careful with the bristles so you don’t accidentally cut pieces off. Once the hair and tangled particles are loosened, pull the pieces apart with your hands and remove dirt from the brush. (Can wear gloves if you’re gross.)
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To the deeper cleansing, you can take a cleaning brush, detergent, and some white vinegar. After removing as much hair and dirt as possible, soak the brush in warm water with dish soap and use a cleaning brush to get into the small areas to loosen stubborn dirt. When you’re done, wipe it down with diluted white vinegar to disinfect the brush and remove any debris that’s still clinging to the bristles. Wipe it dry with a microfiber cloth and make sure the brush is completely dry before you reattach it. Congratulations, your vacuum cleaner will spin like new.
