I have wood flors in my sewing room and love them - but as for vacuuming - that brings up a whole other issue - I spent the money for a Dyson in 2005 - that thing REALLY cleans the carpet that I do have and I have never had a vacuum last that long - It was worth the $300 I paid for no bags, no belts and no bother! I actually just got a different one what is good for hardwood floors and is portable without a cord