Purchased to use with my recently acquired 6 gallon Shop-Vac. I saw reviews that stated these would die basically out of the box, but I found this to be a fairly robust accessory. Taking it slow, I worked up to larger jobs and did not find this lacking. This brush head is best suited for short, properly attached carpet, like those found in rental or commercial properties. Anything more plush should use a upright vacuum or more powerful electric roller brush attachment. For area rugs, even with the vent open, they still have a tendency to lift up, but depending on your use case it can be worth the effort, especially if it means not having to switch to another vacuum or high traffic rugs near exits or outdoors.
Users that deal with pets or long hair should take the time to learn how this brush feels in operation so they can clean out the roller when performance decreases, preferably before it jams.
It red version has a nice vintage look, but clashes with the more modern industrial look of my Shop-Vac and its accessories. The price is reasonable compared to electric versions and it appears to be a low maintenance device (unless you deal with a lot of hair) that works well on short carpet and concrete floors.
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