One of the most practical and efficient vacuum accessories ever made is a beater or brush bar.
Whether power or air-driven, this type of vacuum attachment has become a must in many homes, because the brush roll is a big help to pick up dirt and debris.
However, the most frustrating thing is trying to remove hair, thread or other long debris that always gets tangled in the brushes.
This new Dyson vacuum tool called the Tangle-free Turbine Tool, promises to put an end to that frustration. I was most eager to try it out.
Whether power or air-driven, this type of vacuum attachment has become a must in many homes, because the brush roll is a big help to pick up dirt and debris.
However, the most frustrating thing is trying to remove hair, thread or other long debris that always gets tangled in the brushes.
This new Dyson vacuum tool called the Tangle-free Turbine Tool, promises to put an end to that frustration. I was most eager to try it out.
Product Despcription
- Dyson Tangle-free Turbine Tool
- Compatible with DC19 onwards, excluding DC24 and cordless.
- Mini turbine tool that is air driven
- Flexible heads bend to maintain contact with uneven surfaces
- Counter-rotating heads with brushes that remove hair and dirt from carpets and upholstery
- Brushes reach to the front and side of tool to pull in hair, dirt
- 1-Year warranty
- Learn more from the manufacturer
- MSRP: $69.99
How the Tangle-free Tool Performed
This is certainly a very different turbine tool and with a footprint of about 5" x 3", is much smaller than I expected.
Rather than for floors, this tool is designed for carpeted stairs, furniture or vehicle upholstery and anywhere else a small turbine head is practical.
It's air driven, so there's no motor to wear out.
The plastics seem very durable and the rotating heads move freely and smoothly.
It's a very neat type of design that prevents clogs or tangles by pulling in debris from front and sides and directing it straight up into the vacuum.
The air intake on the top of the tool enhances the flow of air, keeping things moving through the tool, unlike traditional brush bars where tangles and clogs reduce suction and efficiency. With this tool, it's clear sailing - no build-up so no loss of suction.
During testing, I attached it to the hose or handle of the Dyson DC26 and also to the wand to vacuum entrance mats.
Note that this vacuum attachment can be used with most Dyson's except pre DC19 models, the DC24 and their cordless models.
If unsure which vacuum you have, refer to your product manual or visit Dyson site and their Tangle-free Turbine Tool page to check compatibility.
I was rather surprised that it did fit the new DC44 Animal Cordless Handheld.
There are tiny brushes in this tool, but it's a totally re-vamped design from traditional brush bars.
Brushes are on the flat face of the heads which are counter-rotating, so there is constant movement and the tool can pick up hair and debris easily.
The bottom has a flexible base, so it navigates easily when the surface is uneven, which is typical of upholstered furniture.
The ease of use is very noticeable on upholstery and into the corners of stairs.
There's also a few air channels on the bottom plate, so it can pull in nearby debris.
The main feature of this little vacuum tool is to do away with tangles - those annoying long threads and hair that tend to wrap around and often stop a brush roll in its tracks. With this vacuum attachment, there are no tangles, zilch.
Whether short or long, all manner of hair, lint, thread and craft filament, went straight up into the dirt bin. This tool excels at picking up hair and long strands.
During testing, I was doing a lot of crafts including beading with fishing line and thread. Fireline® is really tough and a pain to vacuum when it comes to discarded strands under my work table.
With this little turbine tool, they went up the vacuum without hesitation.
We also had a guest at our music jam that had a shedding fiddle bow.
No tangles either with those long strands.
We do not have pets but for those who do, from the way this tool handles hair, thread and other long strands, it really should work just as well for pet hair removal.
Here's where I didn't prefer to use it.
I cleaned the cloth upholstery in my mini-van. It's black and everything sticks to it.
The Tangle-free tool did a good job picking up the hair, dirt, lint and it navigated well over the seats.
But sawdust proved too tough for this tool. I had to resort to the DC44 Animal with its powerful mini motorized tool, to fully remove the sawdust that clung to the fabric.
So the Tangle-free is great for hair and dirt, but not so much for sawdust on vehicle upholstery. Sawdust tends to be a natural occurrence here, but probably not a concern for most folks.
Rather than for floors, this tool is designed for carpeted stairs, furniture or vehicle upholstery and anywhere else a small turbine head is practical.
It's air driven, so there's no motor to wear out.
The plastics seem very durable and the rotating heads move freely and smoothly.
It's a very neat type of design that prevents clogs or tangles by pulling in debris from front and sides and directing it straight up into the vacuum.
The air intake on the top of the tool enhances the flow of air, keeping things moving through the tool, unlike traditional brush bars where tangles and clogs reduce suction and efficiency. With this tool, it's clear sailing - no build-up so no loss of suction.
During testing, I attached it to the hose or handle of the Dyson DC26 and also to the wand to vacuum entrance mats.
Note that this vacuum attachment can be used with most Dyson's except pre DC19 models, the DC24 and their cordless models.
If unsure which vacuum you have, refer to your product manual or visit Dyson site and their Tangle-free Turbine Tool page to check compatibility.
I was rather surprised that it did fit the new DC44 Animal Cordless Handheld.
There are tiny brushes in this tool, but it's a totally re-vamped design from traditional brush bars.
Brushes are on the flat face of the heads which are counter-rotating, so there is constant movement and the tool can pick up hair and debris easily.
The bottom has a flexible base, so it navigates easily when the surface is uneven, which is typical of upholstered furniture.
The ease of use is very noticeable on upholstery and into the corners of stairs.
There's also a few air channels on the bottom plate, so it can pull in nearby debris.
The main feature of this little vacuum tool is to do away with tangles - those annoying long threads and hair that tend to wrap around and often stop a brush roll in its tracks. With this vacuum attachment, there are no tangles, zilch.
Whether short or long, all manner of hair, lint, thread and craft filament, went straight up into the dirt bin. This tool excels at picking up hair and long strands.
During testing, I was doing a lot of crafts including beading with fishing line and thread. Fireline® is really tough and a pain to vacuum when it comes to discarded strands under my work table.
With this little turbine tool, they went up the vacuum without hesitation.
We also had a guest at our music jam that had a shedding fiddle bow.
No tangles either with those long strands.
We do not have pets but for those who do, from the way this tool handles hair, thread and other long strands, it really should work just as well for pet hair removal.
Here's where I didn't prefer to use it.
I cleaned the cloth upholstery in my mini-van. It's black and everything sticks to it.
The Tangle-free tool did a good job picking up the hair, dirt, lint and it navigated well over the seats.
But sawdust proved too tough for this tool. I had to resort to the DC44 Animal with its powerful mini motorized tool, to fully remove the sawdust that clung to the fabric.
So the Tangle-free is great for hair and dirt, but not so much for sawdust on vehicle upholstery. Sawdust tends to be a natural occurrence here, but probably not a concern for most folks.
Overall Impression
I love this little tool for vacuuming furniture upholstery, carpeted stairs, around the craft area and removing dirt, lint and hair from vehicle seats.
There is absolutely no tangles with this mini turbine tool; it's definitely a hair guzzler. I did use it on entrance mats and though it works well there, it is small and other Dyson floor tools are more convenient for that purpose.
I'd highly recommend it especially for those with pets, looking for an efficient hair removal vacuum tool.
Crafters might also appreciate this vacuum tool.
With its flexible design, it is so much nicer for vacuuming upholstery, than a standard furniture tool. When it comes to sawdust - that's another story - the older style brush roll is best.
Price seems a little high for this unique vacuum attachment, but when you consider avoided tangle frustration, it's well worth it.
Keep in mind that this is specialty tool, so use is limited.
And because the short brush bristles are stiff, I wouldn't use it on hard surface floors.
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There is absolutely no tangles with this mini turbine tool; it's definitely a hair guzzler. I did use it on entrance mats and though it works well there, it is small and other Dyson floor tools are more convenient for that purpose.
I'd highly recommend it especially for those with pets, looking for an efficient hair removal vacuum tool.
Crafters might also appreciate this vacuum tool.
With its flexible design, it is so much nicer for vacuuming upholstery, than a standard furniture tool. When it comes to sawdust - that's another story - the older style brush roll is best.
Price seems a little high for this unique vacuum attachment, but when you consider avoided tangle frustration, it's well worth it.
Keep in mind that this is specialty tool, so use is limited.
And because the short brush bristles are stiff, I wouldn't use it on hard surface floors.
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