When most people think of a vacuum cleaner, they picture the usual suspects: dust, crumbs, pet hair, and maybe the occasional spill. But if you’ve got a wet and dry vacuum cleaner in your home, you’re sitting on a multitasking powerhouse.
Here are 9 surprising things you probably didn’t know you could clean with your wet & dry vac — and yes, it’s as satisfying as it sounds.
1. Broken Glass
Spilled a glass of water and shattered the tumbler in the process? No problem. Wet & dry vacs can pick up both liquid and sharp fragments — just make sure you empty the tank carefully afterwards.
2. Soil or mud
Knocked over a potted plant? Instead of sweeping and smearing mud, your wet & dry vac can clean up both the dry soil and any spilled water, leaving the area spotless (and your plant hopefully still alive).
3. Artificial Grass and Outdoor Patios
Wet & dry vacs are amazing for blasting dirt, leaves, and debris from fake grass, patios, or outdoor tiles — especially when combined with a blower function.
4. Car Interiors – Even the Wet Bits
Muddy mats, spilled drinks, pet hair, crumbs, and sand from last weekend’s beach trip — all gone in minutes. Wet & dry vacs are perfect for deep-cleaning car interiors, especially when things get messy.
5. Clogged Sinks (Yes, Really!)
Some wet & dry vacs can be used to suck out clogs from drains using the home kit— it's a bit unconventional, but it can work wonders on shallow blockages.
6. Flooded Basements or Laundry Rooms
Water leak? Washing machine overflow? Grab your wet & dry vacuum and start removing standing water fast — much easier than using mops and buckets.
7. DIY & Renovation Debris
Whether you're sanding a wall or working on a craft project, wet & dry vacs can handle fine dust, wood shavings, and even small pieces of plaster or cement.
8. Garden Leaves – Wet or Dry
Forget the rake! A wet & dry vacuum with blower function can easily collect or push away fallen leaves, whether they’re dry and crunchy or damp and soggy. Perfect for patios, driveways, and corners where leaves tend to pile up.
9. Kitchen Messes – Wet & Dry
From spilled cereal and milk to pasta sauce splashes, your kitchen floor sees it all. A wet & dry vac can deal with wet food, dry crumbs, and even sticky liquids without a fuss.
Discover the Power of Versatility
Whether you're dealing with muddy boots, scattered leaves, or a surprise kitchen spill, a wet & dry vacuum cleaner is your go-to tool for quick, efficient clean-up — indoors and out.
At Nilfisk, we believe cleaning should be smart, simple, and surprisingly satisfying. So next time mess strikes, grab your vacuum and put it to work in ways you never imagined.
Happy cleaning!
