After a long winter of mud, slush, and grime, your carpets and floors might look worse, and that’s where Consumer Reports ...

A canister or an upright vacuum is your best bet for a thorough deep cleaning. You want a vacuum that’s going to suck up any dirt that you cannot see, such as embedded dirt in carpets.

That’s where carpet cleaners and steam cleaners come in. Although these appliances often get grouped together, they lift stains using different methods: carpet cleaners use water and a ...