I've used different Vax carpet detergents with the Power Wash over the years and while i found them satisfactory, it always took a very long time and was always left with residual smell or stains.
This time i went looking for an alternative and after a bit of research decided on the Bissell Oxy.
Let's put it this way. Not only did it not require an expensive pre-cleaner but it neutralised dirt very quickly once the wash was down. The carpets were two years old but with two young dogs in and out of the garden with muddy paws and a lot of foot traffic, the carpets were more dark brown than blue with dozens of dark stains from spillages.
Stairs - With a little aggravating to lift the pile it foamed up really nicely and got 95% of the deep grime out and on rinsing you could really see how much was lifting off into the container. By the end the extracted water was dark brown. The foam was quickly removed and the results were far superior to Vax and took half the time. With a little final going over with mild agitation to take up the last residual moisture it got the last remnants of dirt stuck to the pile. The difference was quite substantial.
Floors - once the machine had deep washed with the detergent and left for a few minutes the first hoover up and rinse took every stain away to around 95%, some completely which i was not expecting and made light work of it. A second going over an hour later left the carpets stain-free and very clean, so much so the dark and light marbelling effect you get from hoovering a new carpet returned and once all carpets were dry, left a pleasant nuetral smell with a very subtle hint of fragrance.
I've already advised my family member whose carpets i cleaned voluntarily to buy another bottle as it does an excellent job and saves on expensive pre-soakers. She saw the results and agreed it done a brilliant job. But you gotta put in the time and the elbow folks to get results. These cleaners are good but they don't do the job themselves.
| Brand | BISSELL |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 1265E |
| Package Dimensions | 27.1 x 15.4 x 8.1 cm; 1.65 kg |
| Capacity | 1.5 litres |
| Volume Capacity | 1.5 litres |
| Material | Plastic |
| Special Features | Biodegradable, Concentrated |
| Item Weight | 1.65 kg |
