Is there a "green" central vacuum?

I am concerned about the environment and want to do my share to help the planet.  Is there such a thing as a green central vacuum?

There is absolutely no question or even debate over this fact:  central vacuum systems are the only 100% dust free way to clean your home.  But, if you are looking for a green central vacuum system there are some things you want to consider. 

First, you will want to choose a system that doesn't have a paper bag, or filters made from paper products.  This means only the dirt is thrown away.  You have a choice between a true-cyclonic unit that uses no bags or filters, or a unit that uses a cloth inverted filter.  The main true cyclonic brands are VacuMaid, Imperium, and Vacuflo.  Here is a link to a true cyclonic animation from Vacuflo.  http://www.vacuflo.com/TrueCyclonic.mov   Central Vacuum Stores has been a Vacuflo dealer for over 20 years.  We like their products and sell their attachments on our website.  Vacuflo units are available only from local dealers, but if you would like to give us a call at 1-800-221-8227, we can help you locate one in your area. Imperium and VacuMaid units are available for sale to our Internet customers.

The Imperium LTD has inverted cloth filters.  Here are the links to these products on our website.
https://www.centralvacuumstores.com/cvs/limited_special.htm

Secondly, you will want to purchase a unit made primarily of steel, because steel is recyclable.  Imperium, Vacuflo, and Vacu-Maid  are all made primarily of steel.

Lastly, if  you would like to conserve electricity, you can choose a turbine power head rather than an electric power head for your central vacuum system.  Here is the link to several Turbine power heads on our website.
https://www.centralvacuumstores.com/cvs/nozzles.htm

One last thought, the average life of a central vacuum system is at least three times more than a normal vacuum cleaner, meaning less vacuum cleaner carcasses in landfills. 

Comments

[Cathy]

It's incredible how many "green" options we now have in the home renovating industry. I completely agree that by simply choosing to upgrade your home with a central vacuum system is a step in the right direction. Unfortunately, I live in an apartment style condo that does not allow for a central vacuum installation. So, I have added about three upright "vacuum carcasses" in the last seven years alone!