Shark's ranges
| Range | What's in it | Suits |
|---|
| Cordless sticks | Stratos, PowerDetect and PowerPro, some with a Clean & Empty base. | Everyday cleaning through the house. |
| Corded uprights and sticks | Lift-Away uprights and light corded sticks. | Big homes and carpets, with no battery to flag. |
| Handhelds | WandVac and UltraCyclone. | The car, the stairs and sudden spills. |
| Robot vacuums | A robot that vacuums and mops, with a self-emptying base. | Keeping floors tidy between proper cleans. |
| Carpet and spot cleaners | CarpetXpert for whole carpets, StainStriker for spots. | Stains, pet accidents and stairs. |
| Hard floor cleaners | Steam mops, HydroVac wet cleaners and VacMop. | Sealed floors, tiles and vinyl. |
| Fans and purifiers | TurboBlade fans, FlexBreeze and ChillPill misting fans, and NeverChange purifiers. | Warm weather and fresher air. |
| Hair and beauty | SpeedStyle dryers, FlexStyle and Glam stylers, CryoGlow LED masks and facial tools. | Styling and skincare at home. |
Shark features in plain English
- Anti Hair Wrap: the brush roll clears hair as it goes, so long hair and pet hair don't wind round it.
- PowerDetect: sensors turn the suction up when they detect more dirt, a wall edge or a different floor.
- Lift-Away: detach the canister and carry it, using the hose and wand on stairs and furniture.
- Clean & Empty: the dock tips out the bin by itself, so you seldom touch the dust.
- Pet versions: usually add a pet tool for stairs and upholstery, while the vacuum is often unchanged.
Making the choice
Cordless or corded?
A cordless stick is the one you'll grab most often, and most turn into a handheld when you remove the wand. A corded upright is better for large, carpeted homes, and the Lift-Away design takes the strain out of stairs.
Cleaning hard floors
Steam mops clean sealed floors with steam alone, no detergent needed. A HydroVac washes the floor with fresh water and sucks up the dirty water as it moves. Use steam only where your flooring manufacturer says it's safe.
Choosing a fan
A misting fan adds a fine spray of water to cool the air, and some can be used outside. TurboBlade fans move plenty of air; the Cool + Heat version doubles as a heater when it turns cold.
Robot or stick?
A robot vacuum is best at keeping up with everyday dust while you're out; it doesn't replace a hands-on clean of stairs and corners. Many households pair one with a cordless stick.
Before you buy
- Find a socket. Cordless vacuums and self-empty bases need a home near one.
- Check the filters. See how often they need washing or replacing.
- Patch test. Try a carpet cleaner on a hidden area first.
- Check your floor. Confirm your flooring can take steam before using a steam mop.
Compare Shark with Dyson, Vax and others across floorcare, and find spares in floorcare accessories.
See Shark in Rochester
What's on display changes, so ring 01622 541312 before you travel and we'll check which Shark products you can see at our showroom.
Buying Shark from KDH Electrical
Shark products carry the manufacturer's UK guarantee. Delivery is free on orders over £600, normally within 3–7 working days, and you have 14 days to send something back under our returns policy.
If another UK retailer has it cheaper, our price match can help, or call 01622 541312.
Shark: your questions answered
How do Shark Pet models differ from standard ones?
Mainly the tools. The Pet edition usually adds a tool for pet hair on upholstery and stairs, while the machine is often the same.
What is Anti Hair Wrap?
A brush roll that clears long hair and pet hair while it cleans, so nothing tangles round the roller.
What is Lift-Away?
An upright with a canister you can unclip and carry upstairs, cleaning with the hose and wand.
What does PowerDetect do?
It senses extra dirt, edges and changes of floor, and increases suction to match.
Can a Shark steam mop go on wooden floors?
Only sealed floors where the flooring manufacturer permits steam. Check your floor's care advice first.
Do Shark cordless sticks become handhelds?
Most do. Remove the wand and the motor unit becomes a handheld for stairs, upholstery and the car.
