There is a new Serena at the vac shop I go to-been there now for a few years-nobody wants it-not even me.I have a few Rainbows-interesting to use on occasion-but heavy,awkward,inconvenient to use-emptying and cleaning the bin.Dump the bin for mine outside-remember what the Rainbow salesman sales----"Gets the dirt from out of your house!"Empty the water bin outside and does just that.Waters the plants out there,too!Prefer other machines.also have a Hyla-got that from the Rainbow dealer here-not even close to the Rainbow in quality.The Rainbow is a higher quality unit.
The "Sirena"
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kirbysthebest
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I don't think anyone will argue that the Sirena is not as refined as the Rainbow. Its also 1/3rd the price, and still has a 10 year Warranty.
In the two years I've owned my Sirena I may have had some criticism, but no complaints.
In the two years I've owned my Sirena I may have had some criticism, but no complaints.
vacuumdevil
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Yes,have the E series Rainbows.They do work well,but not so convenient to use.Do like the new Rainbow powernozzle with the "whisker brushes" that turn-dusts baseboards well without having to use the hose.
rainbowguy2016
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@vacuumdevil i didnt think the quality was that bad . Id would trade in my Miele and out of date Rainbow e series in for one . I cant afford a new Rainbow and i dont like used unless it came from a collector . Idk why people think Sirena is so horrible but i can see why you dont like most Vacuum’s like the Sirena because their not a precious Miele or Sebo which neither of them groom very well.
s31463221
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Markhenry
While I don’t own a Sirena, I wouldn’t mind having one. Once upon a time, I even considered being a dealer for them. As I’m sure you’ve figured out based on the comments from others here, they are NOT associated with Rexair (the company that makes Rainbow). My big question is who in the world priced you a Sirena for $1500??? They sell for $889 all day long straight from Sirena’s website! Might want to look into ordering directly from the manufacturer before paying someone nearly double what they’re selling for elsewhere!
http://https//www.sirenavacuum.com
While I don’t own a Sirena, I wouldn’t mind having one. Once upon a time, I even considered being a dealer for them. As I’m sure you’ve figured out based on the comments from others here, they are NOT associated with Rexair (the company that makes Rainbow). My big question is who in the world priced you a Sirena for $1500??? They sell for $889 all day long straight from Sirena’s website! Might want to look into ordering directly from the manufacturer before paying someone nearly double what they’re selling for elsewhere!
http://https//www.sirenavacuum.com
The Water trap vacuums are maxed out on air flow. If they increased the air flow to what other vacuums have. You would be sucking the water in the water pan into the motor.
I have used Sears Powermate canister vacuums from the 80's that move more cubic feet of air and have more inches of water lift than todays Rainbows.
@markhenry. You still seem to be conflicted on what to purchase for your home. No matter what you buy it will come at a cost and there will be associated costs for it's upkeep. Every machine you have asked about in the end you find a plausible sounding reason not to go forward with brand X.
Are you interested in purchasing a machine or just want to see how much drama you can create?
I have used Sears Powermate canister vacuums from the 80's that move more cubic feet of air and have more inches of water lift than todays Rainbows.
@markhenry. You still seem to be conflicted on what to purchase for your home. No matter what you buy it will come at a cost and there will be associated costs for it's upkeep. Every machine you have asked about in the end you find a plausible sounding reason not to go forward with brand X.
Are you interested in purchasing a machine or just want to see how much drama you can create?
kirbysthebest
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As they say on Shark Tank
"I'M Out."
"I'M Out."
s31463221
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I’m confused
Markhenry, according to your profile, you’re in the US.......where does the money conversion and transportation costs come into play? The $889 is in USD, and Sirena ships them for free if ordered from them......
Markhenry, according to your profile, you’re in the US.......where does the money conversion and transportation costs come into play? The $889 is in USD, and Sirena ships them for free if ordered from them......
quality of Sirena
Personally I have no problem with the quality of the Sirena, actually going to use it today. We had a bit of snow earlier this week and I want to clean the salt off of my apartment stairs, also using my ultrasonic humidifiers has left the furniture dusty, going to use the dusting brush on everything. I think the Sirena cleans as well as the rainbow, and the nonelectric hose will swivel, something the rainbow's hose will not do. The Sirena's basin is also easier to wash because it doesn't have a roof on it like the Rainbow's basin does.
Mike
Personally I have no problem with the quality of the Sirena, actually going to use it today. We had a bit of snow earlier this week and I want to clean the salt off of my apartment stairs, also using my ultrasonic humidifiers has left the furniture dusty, going to use the dusting brush on everything. I think the Sirena cleans as well as the rainbow, and the nonelectric hose will swivel, something the rainbow's hose will not do. The Sirena's basin is also easier to wash because it doesn't have a roof on it like the Rainbow's basin does.
Mike
mark40511
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It's not easier to clean
(for me) the rainbow basin has that roof, but you can get your hands in it easily anyway. U have a huge area under the sirena that gets exposed to water spashing up, and that rubber area is a total pain to clean. Whatever material it is dirt sticks to it...whatever that rubber material is around the separator of the rainbow hardly anything sticks to that....It takes me about 5 extra minutes to put my Sirena away than it does my Rainbow.. I can't put either of them away without cleaning everything and wiping it down. If anyone wants to buy my Sirena, let me know. It's clean/shiny and stored away.
(for me) the rainbow basin has that roof, but you can get your hands in it easily anyway. U have a huge area under the sirena that gets exposed to water spashing up, and that rubber area is a total pain to clean. Whatever material it is dirt sticks to it...whatever that rubber material is around the separator of the rainbow hardly anything sticks to that....It takes me about 5 extra minutes to put my Sirena away than it does my Rainbow.. I can't put either of them away without cleaning everything and wiping it down. If anyone wants to buy my Sirena, let me know. It's clean/shiny and stored away.
gave my Sirena a good work out today
Actually took out the Sirena today and used it to clean up the salt that remained on my floor and on my apartment stairs, we had a bit of snow this week. I used the sidewinder hard floor brush, that tool is awesome, not only can you clean much faster with it, but it works great on stairs and along edges. There was quite a bit on the stairs. Definitely got my exercise for the day. I was able to clean out the basin in much less time, since there is no roof on it, the left over dirt was at the bottom of the basin, much easier to wash out. I did check the area where the separator was, a bit of dirt there but a quick clean with a paper towel removed it. Definitely an awesome machine.
Mike
Actually took out the Sirena today and used it to clean up the salt that remained on my floor and on my apartment stairs, we had a bit of snow this week. I used the sidewinder hard floor brush, that tool is awesome, not only can you clean much faster with it, but it works great on stairs and along edges. There was quite a bit on the stairs. Definitely got my exercise for the day. I was able to clean out the basin in much less time, since there is no roof on it, the left over dirt was at the bottom of the basin, much easier to wash out. I did check the area where the separator was, a bit of dirt there but a quick clean with a paper towel removed it. Definitely an awesome machine.
Mike
vacuumdevil
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sidewinder
No, this is not a tool that came with it, it's a tool I bought separately and it's awesome, you can clean a room so much faster than with the regular types of floor brushes, and they're great on stairs. I don't mind pairing up a vacuum with other attachments than what is included if it will work better. Here is a video that shows how the sidewinder works.
Mike[this post was last edited: 1/21/2018-09:22]
http://https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PgzcXhVZes
No, this is not a tool that came with it, it's a tool I bought separately and it's awesome, you can clean a room so much faster than with the regular types of floor brushes, and they're great on stairs. I don't mind pairing up a vacuum with other attachments than what is included if it will work better. Here is a video that shows how the sidewinder works.
Mike[this post was last edited: 1/21/2018-09:22]
http://https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PgzcXhVZes
purchasing the sidewinder hard floor tool
Here is a link where this can be purchased, as I said, this is now my favorite hard floor tool other than the Centec CT10 which is a power nozzle designed for hard floors. Apparently this sidewinder tool is commonly used in commercial environments but it's great for houses or apartments as well. This will fit all vacuums with a standard hose end.
Mike
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-15-hard-floor-tool-horsehair-1-25/
Here is a link where this can be purchased, as I said, this is now my favorite hard floor tool other than the Centec CT10 which is a power nozzle designed for hard floors. Apparently this sidewinder tool is commonly used in commercial environments but it's great for houses or apartments as well. This will fit all vacuums with a standard hose end.
Mike
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-15-hard-floor-tool-horsehair-1-25/
other sidewinder tools
Here are the links for the other sidewinder tools that will fit the Sirena and other vacuums with a standard hose end. They will fit Miele and Sebo machines by using an adapter, I already included the hard floor brush in the last post so I will skip that one.
First is the 15 inch carpet tool, I'm actually not sure how well this would work, when cleaning carpet, you need a power nozzle with a spinning brush.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-15-381mm-carpet-tool-1-25-32mm-neck/
Then there is the 8 inch dusting brush, I use this to dust my ceiling fan blades and my cabinets, with most dusting brushes, you have to hold the hose at an awkward angle for it to work, with this one, the hose can remain flat, I would have to vote for this as the best dusting brush I have used.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-8-203mm-dusting-brush-natural-fill-1-25-32mm/
And finally there is the 8 inch upholstery tool.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-8-293mm-carpet-upholstery-tool-1-25-32mm/
Mike
Here are the links for the other sidewinder tools that will fit the Sirena and other vacuums with a standard hose end. They will fit Miele and Sebo machines by using an adapter, I already included the hard floor brush in the last post so I will skip that one.
First is the 15 inch carpet tool, I'm actually not sure how well this would work, when cleaning carpet, you need a power nozzle with a spinning brush.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-15-381mm-carpet-tool-1-25-32mm-neck/
Then there is the 8 inch dusting brush, I use this to dust my ceiling fan blades and my cabinets, with most dusting brushes, you have to hold the hose at an awkward angle for it to work, with this one, the hose can remain flat, I would have to vote for this as the best dusting brush I have used.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-8-203mm-dusting-brush-natural-fill-1-25-32mm/
And finally there is the 8 inch upholstery tool.
http://www.centecsystems.com/sidewinder-8-293mm-carpet-upholstery-tool-1-25-32mm/
Mike
