Dirt Devil's trio of tough picker-uppers

For some quick clean-ups at a price that won't break the bank, you'll love the convenience and affordability of this trio from Dirt Devil, Royal Appliance Mfg. Co., Glen Willon, Ohio.

The powerful and compact Classic Hand Vac ($39.99) is just right for fast pick-ups. It features a revolving brush and seven amp motor that provides powerful suction and is great for deep cleaning stairs and upholstery.

Most people don't mind sweeping; it's the bending over and picking it up that we could do without. That's where the innovative Broom Vac ($49.99) comes in handy. It sweeps up dirt and vacuums it away all in one step. Weighing less than four pounds, it is easy to maneuver in hard to reach spaces, and is just as useful in the workroom or garage as it is in the kitchen. Plus, the Broom Vac is available in nine colors and it's cordless. What more can we say?

If you are tight on space as well as time, the Dynamite Bagless Quickvac ($49.99) may be the solution for you. It is compact yet powerful, and therefore, minimizes the amount of time spent on cleaning. The Quickvac has a convenient, easy-to-empty dirt cup and a telescopic metal handle so it can store in small spaces.

Go to www.dirtdevil.com for more information.

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