12.27.2011

Oreck Magnesium Vacuum & Ultimate handheld vac Review and Giveaway

Who's ready for some serious giveaway goodness today!?
Cason and I have teamed up with the ever-fabulous Oreck vacuum cleaner company to share with you one of our newest favorite things!

The Oreck Magnesium Vacuum!


It may sound silly, but I'm a bit of a vacuum snob, (heaven knows we've had enough in our married lifetime) and very rarely do new vacuums actually 'fit the bill'. Here are a few things that are MUSTS when it comes to the perfect vacuum for our family.


* Long cord

* Super-sucking power

* No crumb-kick-back when vacuuming hardwood floors

* Lightweight (so kids can vacuum the basement, which is one of their chores)

* Compact enough to go under furniture (so I don't have to move it)

* High and low speed

* No hose attachment system (they always break, slow down suction and just get gross)

At this point you're either thinking... "AMEN! I want the same things!" or...
  "Oookay, this family is way too picky about their vacuum's"
Well... being a self confessed OCD clean freak, I have to admit that our vacuum comes out at LEAST 3 times a week. To me, there is something about a freshly vacuumed house that screams "STRESS RELIEF". I have a really hard time functioning or focusing on much else when my house is a disaster, and knowing that everything is clean enough to actually accommodate a good vacuum job is probably more of the reason that I feel that 'stress' lift off my shoulders.
Is anyone with me here? (I'm starting to feel exposed) ha!

So now that you know all about me and my 'crazy ways', you can imagine how excited I was to actually try out this new Oreck Magnesium vacuum for myself...
Two words. TOTALLY AWESOME!
Really... I never thought I would say this about a vacuum, but I'm completely smitten by how well this little guy works, and he literally passed my "check-list" with flying colors.


Extra long 30ft. cord, to reach almost every corner of my house from just ONE outlet?...
Check!

Super-sucking power, to pick up crumbs, pine-needles and Christmas packaging aftermath, but gentle enough to use on even my nicest rug? And also still have the ability to knock down it's power to a lower speed, with it's Quickswitch two speed function, so that there is no crumb-kick-back on hardwood floors?...
Check, Check!
Yes, I vacuum in bare feet :) And if you understand or know about "crumb-kick-back" on hardwood floors with vacuums, then you will TOTALLY appreciate this feature.

Lightweight, compact, and able to reach those tricky places?
Triple Check!

At only about 7 pounds this baby is by far the lightest vacuum we've ever had. Definitely a whole lot easier to bring up and down the stairs then our last vacuum. And I love that my kids can use it too.

Oh! and remember how I hate the hose attachment ON my vacuum, but I still need one? Well, Oreck has this awesome Ultimate Handheld Vac that is perfect for corners, baseboards, blinds and all those other small jobs around the house.

We have used ours a TON for our latest master bathroom DIY projects. It's super light, at a measly 5lbs and slings right on your shoulder for easy use.
Especially great for sawdust cleanup, when installing new hardware on bathroom cabinets
:)


Alright, so now that I've gushed about how fab these new Oreck products are, and how much WE love them... are YOU ready to win a set for yourself!?
Oreck has generously offered their new Magnesium upright vacuum and Ultimate Handheld Vac combo, as giveaway items to one lucky House of Smiths reader!
That's a $600 + value!

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED
Here's how to enter:
Visit Oreck.com and then come back and leave me a comment letting me know which specific feature you love the MOST about the newest Oreck Magnesium vacuum, and something you learned about it.

Additional entries:
* Follow @Oreck on twitter

* Like Oreck on Facebook

* Tweet about this giveaway, mentioning @Oreck in your post.

Example: I'm entering to win an @Oreck Magnesium vacuum and Ultimate handheld vac combo @houseofsmiths http://bit.ly/slMtpz
...

Also, through 12/31, if you enter the code KPGIVING at checkout, you can get 15% off your entire order on Oreck.com

When entering giveaways please make sure to leave your email/contact information so that I can get back to you if you're the winner! Please also take a quick minute to subscribe to The House of Smiths blog for lots of inspirational ideas, tutorials and projects! Having awesome readers like YOU is what make all of our great giveaways possible!

Giveaway Rules: This giveaway is open to US {48 contiguous states} RESIDENTS ONLY. You must be 18 years and older to enter. There will be one winner of the Oreck Magnesium Vacuum & Ultimate Hand Vac package. Facebook does not sponsor or endorse this giveaway. Winner will be determined via drawing on random.org.  Odds of winning will be dependent upon total number of entries.
Disclosure – I was given the Oreck Magnesium Vacuum with Ultimate Hand Vac to review from Oreck. All opinions stated in this post are entirely my own opinion. Oreck Corporation provided the prize for the sweepstakes but is not the sponsor of the sweepstakes.

GOOD LUCK everyone!
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1,035 comments:

  1. JennaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I love that it can lay flat to get under couches and such. I learned that it is gentle enough for fine rugs. I want one!

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  2. Julie JohnsonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I love that is has 2 speeds for different floor types, so I don't have to have to different vacuums. I also love that it can lay flat to go under furniture. I hate moving my furniture. juliebj at gmail dot com

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  3. Julie JohnsonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I liked Oreck on facebook. juliebj at gmail dot com

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  4. JennaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I follow Oreck on Twitter!

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  5. KarenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I would love these guys! I love the long cord and the fact it's light. Thanks.

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  6. Mom2PrincessJDecember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I love Oreck! My favorite feature is the low weight.

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  7. JennaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I like Oreck on Facebook!

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  8. JennaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I tweeted!
    https://twitter.com/#!/jennaer/status/151729960896307200

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  9. Kim @ Homesteader's HeartDecember 27, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I love the fact that it lays flat to get under furniture. Great feature. The lightweight is another bonus. I can't stand lugging a heavy vacuum all over the place.
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    Kim

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  10. KarenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I am following Oreck on Twitter....

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  11. KarenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    I liked Oreck on FB...

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  12. ChristineDecember 27, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I love the look and how sleek it is!

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  13. EricaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I like that it can be used on wood floors, and I learned that it's the lightest upright in America!

    havekosts at gmail dot com

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  14. KaylaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    I am so beyond excited about this giveaway! I am somewhat of a vacuum fanatic myself! I was just vacuuming my house this morning thinking I need a new vacuum....but like you I don't just want any ol' vacuum! .....My favorite feature about the new Oreck Magnesium vacuum has got to be that it weighs 7.7lbs!!!! I learned that the HEPA inner bag captures at least 99.97% of particles as small as .3 microns from that air, such as pollen, dust, smoke, animal dander and mold spores! Amazing! Talk about making my house feel super clean!

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  15. Heidi VDecember 27, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    wow this vacuum sounds absolutely perfect!!! I love that it can pick up crumbs on hardwood floors. I love that it is lightweight. I love that it doesn't have hoses to get junky. I love it all and would love to win!! hlvognetz@yahoo.com

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  16. kathrynDecember 27, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    I'm not sure I can choose what I like best! 7lbs is AWESOME! Plus, being able to use it on all of the flooring (carpet, wood...) is really nice!

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  17. KaylaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I am so beyond excited about this giveaway! I am somewhat of a vacuum fanatic myself! I was just vacuuming my house this morning thinking I need a new vacuum....but like you I don't just want any ol' vacuum! .....My favorite feature about the new Oreck Magnesium vacuum has got to be that it weighs 7.7lbs!!!! I learned that the HEPA inner bag captures at least 99.97% of particles as small as .3 microns from that air, such as pollen, dust, smoke, animal dander and mold spores! Amazing! Talk about making my house feel super clean!

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  18. shannanDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I love the idea of being able to maneuver the vacuum easily. Also, being able to vacuum under low surfaces. This vacuum looks amazing!

    Shannan @ shw840@msn.com

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  19. EricaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I LOVE the cord length, that is my biggest pet peeves with vacuums!

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  20. MelissaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I love the LONG cord... might be able to vacuum the whole house. I also love the HEPA bags and also that it has a 7 year warranty. We so need a new vacuum... ours is about to die and our handheld has died so we are on the look out for new vacuums.

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  21. MeshaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I LOVE the hard wood floor feature ... its one of those, 'Why didnt I think of that' moments! - the lightweight feature ... well, now I will have NO Excuse for not vacuuming my stairs. This could be good ... OR BAD.

    My fingers are crossed!!! (and my toes!)

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  22. MeshaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I liked Oreck on Facebook

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  23. MelissaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I also "liked" Oreck on facebook.

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  24. JeriDecember 27, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    The best feature for me would be the long cord! I am forever having to change outlets when I'm vacuuming because my cord is too short!

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  25. RachaelDecember 27, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Oh I need a new vacuum and this sounds awesome. I checked it out on their website and I like that it is lightweight (for my stairs) and that it can transition from carpet to hard flooring! Awesome! Would love to win this. :) Thanks for the giveaway!

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  26. Jen N.December 27, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    I love that you only have to pass over an area ONCE! My current vacuum cannot say the same.

    nystrom.jen@gmail.com

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  27. MonicaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I love that it will fit under my furniture so I do not have to move it all around to get my floors clean!!
    Monica- monicabans16@gmail.com

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  28. LoriDecember 27, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I love the no crumb kick back! I have wood floors and that drives me crazy!!! What an awesome give away. P.S. My Hubby organized my pantry for my Christmas present and yours was the inspirations, thanks so much!

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  29. Ashelly WillisonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Love the light weight, strong suction and HEPA bag!
    The handheld looks awesome! Long cord, 5ft slinky hose and the great straps to hold it!.. +way more.
    I learned that the HEPA filter caputures A LOT of dirt and particles.. thats crazy! Its also one of their lightest (weight) vacuums.

    GREAT features! Love it!

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  30. Rosie B.December 27, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    I'm entering to win an @Oreck Magnesium vacuum and Ultimate handheld vac -- I love the Lightweight & Easy To Use feature. I will give to my son for his new home. I've "lent" him my Oreck but I want it back!

    Rosemary Bedosky rcb26@yahoo.com, Stamford, CT

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  31. BAILEYDecember 27, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Holy Moly! I need a vacuum so bad! I've never heard of a vacuum being made out of magnesium before. And I love that it lays flat to get under all the furniture! AMAZING!

    bailey.doehler@gmail.com

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  32. Rosie B.December 27, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Love the Oreck product line. Love that it's light weight. If I won the contest I'd give my son my older one and keep the newer one. He just purchased a home and needs a good Oreck.

    Rosie B. rcb26@yahoo.com Stamford, CT

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  33. BAILEYDecember 27, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Also LIKED them on Facebook.

    bailey.doehler@gmail.com

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  34. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I like the HEPA inner filter feature. We get a lot of dust from DIYing and the fact we live on a farm in the county. It seems like everything is always dusty! I learned the HEPA filter will cut down on that.

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  35. Sarah CondonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I love the fact that it has the no crumb kick back!! I hate that about the vacuum I have now!

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  36. Amanda @ Serenity NowDecember 27, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I actually like the Hepa Inner bag that is has. Our vacuum has one of those canister thingies, and I actually think it's kind of messy.

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  37. ShannonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I have had an Oreck for 8 years and love it! I liked checking out the Oreck Mangesium online- the feature I like most is that it can lay almost flat, which would allow me to get all those dust bunnies under the beds and cribs in our house. I also like that it has a 7 year warranty.

    dtbttl at yahoo dot com

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  38. ShannonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I am a fan of Oreck on FB

    dtbttl at yahoo dot com

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  39. Amanda @ Serenity NowDecember 27, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Tweeted it! :)

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  40. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    What an awesome giveaway! I love that it is so light as well as the no crumb kickback! Those are two must have's in my book!

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  41. sallym321December 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    OH...You have sold me on the vacuum. I have never had an oreck and really wish to have one. I love that I would be able to go from room to room (carpet or hardwood) without having to replug it in. I friended oreck!~ sallym321@yahoo.com

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  42. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I'm following Oreck on twitter

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  43. Anne's Vinyl and so much moreDecember 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I love the hepa filter feature. I hate to think of all that dust and dirt in the air. It captures at least 99.97% of particles as small as .3 microns from that air, such as pollen, dust, smoke, animal dander and mold spores. LOVE!

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  44. JenniferDecember 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Ok...you crack me up!, but I also have the same weird things I want from my vacuum.. Especially the hard floor crumb kick back! Amazing. I would like to win this please, mama needs a brand new vacuum! I went to the sight and learned a ton, it weighing less than 8lbs definitely Impressed me. I also liked it on FB!

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  45. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I like Oreck on facebook

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  46. Anne's Vinyl and so much moreDecember 27, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I follow Oreck on fb!

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  47. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I tweeted about the giveaway! https://twitter.com/#!/randkmaddog/status/151733540118208513

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  48. AndriaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I love the long cord! I hate having to move my cord around as I vacuum. I also love that it can transition from hardwood floors to carpet so easily.

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  49. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    The thing I love the most about new Oreck is that it's lightweight! I also read that the motor has so much speed that it felt like it self-propelled on many surfaces. Which is awesome. The vacuum we have doesn't stand up on it's own anymore (kiddo broke it), it's super heave and hard to push across carpet.

    ~Angela
    The Not So Functional Housewife

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  50. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Following @Oreck on Twitter. :)

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  51. MandyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    No crumb kickback! Teens, pets and Christmas cleanup make this a very attractive feature!

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  52. Miss TDecember 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I liked the saniseal system that locks dirt in the bag. Nothing worse than having the dirt you just vacuumed up getting back out when you go to dispose of the bag. Plus, the hepa filtration is very important to me because my husband has a dust allergy. Thanks for hosting this giveaway. Oreck's rock!

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  53. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Liked Oreck on Facebook. :)

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  54. Tracy NDecember 27, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    All my vacuums have been bulky and heavy with pieces falling off while I worked. : ( A lightweight, powerful upright and a handheld? Heavenly!

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  55. Julie S.December 27, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I LOVE the 30ft cord! A long cord is a must for me. I hate having to stop in the middle of vacuuming to plug the cord in somewhere else. juliesmith2002@gmail.com

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  56. MandyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    No crumb kickback! Pets, kids and after Christmas cleanup make this a very attractive feature.

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  57. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Tweeted about the giveaway. @notsofunctwife

    Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

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  58. Frandsen FamilyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I too am a vacuum snob. I haven't found one that I love yet. I also love that this vacuum has a hepa filter/bag. I hate the bagless vaccums. I can never seem to get rid of all the dust and dirt.

    bfrandsen2219@msn.com

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  59. Frandsen FamilyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Like Oreck on facebook.

    bfrandsen2219@msn.com

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  60. VintageRomanceDecember 27, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    following oreck on facebook!

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  61. Julie S.December 27, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    I follow Oreck on twitter! juliesmith2002@gmail.com

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  62. Julie S.December 27, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    I like Oreck on facebook! juliesmith2002@gmail.com

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  63. Miss TDecember 27, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    I also "liked" them on Facebook, followed them on Twitter, and tweeted about the giveaway. Thanks again for a fabulous giveaway!

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  64. Julie S.December 27, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I tweeted about the giveaway! juliesmith2002@gmail.com

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  65. VintageRomanceDecember 27, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I following Oreck on twitter! terynashleyjewelry@live.com

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  66. The King'sDecember 27, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Love the 30 foot cord! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  67. The King'sDecember 27, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Following Oreck on Twitter

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  68. kalveDecember 27, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Just visited the site...and I LOVE that Quickswitch thingy that lets you go from carpet to hard flooring easily. Also...thought it was cool that it goes 7,000 RPM on high. :) Liked Oreck on facebook as well. I vacuum multiple times a week as well,and have YET to find a vacuum that really can make a girl happy!! :)

    Kristie
    Kalve@comcast.net

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  69. Kim@todayismysome-dayDecember 27, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I like that it lays flat to clean under furniture. I learned that it has a 3 yr warranty. That's quite a long time for an appliance!

    roweaglejacket@comcast.net

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  70. The King'sDecember 27, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Liked them on FB

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  71. The King'sDecember 27, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Tweeted about the giveaway

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  72. Kim@todayismysome-dayDecember 27, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I liked Oreck on Facebook as Kim Miller Rowland.

    roweaglejacket@comcast.net

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  73. AllisonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    The feature I like the most is the no crumb "blowback." I'm an OCD vacuum-er like you and I can't stand having to use different tools for different floors.

    I also learned that it will lay flat to go under any surface. Love that!

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  74. AllisonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Also, I tweeted about the giveaway. Thanks for the opportunity!

    http://twitter.com/fourstone

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  75. JaNae and ScottDecember 27, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    All that AND a seven year limited warranty!? Count me in!!!

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  76. BeckyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    I love how light it is. Awesome and a total MUST have!!
    becky_brum(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  77. Miss S.December 27, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    The handheld vac would be a dream for me. I have tile & hardwood & constantly an bending, moving furniture to get to tight spaces!! Love!

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  78. Brian and MelissaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Wow!!! LOVE THIS!!! My husband and I still have the same vacuum we got when we got married almost 6 years ago. We have been vacuum shopping for the last two years and have never found the ONE. This vacuum fits every need we have. He would love the no kick-back feature and I love the light weight! LOVE YOUR BLOG and would love to win this! ~ Melissa, missmelissakay@yahoo.com

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  79. jenDecember 27, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    oh how i NEED this vacuum! I have 3 daughters with long hair. I have long hair. We have a long haired dog. We vacuum a lot at our house!!! I love the strong suction feature that this vacuum has. We need strong suction!! haha:) I love how this vacuum also lays flat so you don't have to move furniture. Who has the time? :) What a great giveaway!!!

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  80. jenDecember 27, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    i don't twitter... but i did like them on fb:))

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  81. ChenaeDecember 27, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I love that it is so lightweight! It's such a chore to carry vacuums up and down the stairs! :)
    allthings_creative18@yahoo.com

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  82. ChenaeDecember 27, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    I follow Oreck on Twitter!
    allthings_creative18@yahoo.com

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  83. ChenaeDecember 27, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    I tweeted about the giveaway! :)
    allthings_creative18@yahoo.com

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  84. Lizzy HastingsDecember 27, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    I LOVE the "one pass" feature and not having to switch from carpet to hardwood. A dream come true!

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  85. Lizzy HastingsDecember 27, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    I just tweeted about the giveaway @pdoodledesigns

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  86. DeborahDecember 27, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I love that it has a 7 year warranty! I've never heard of Oreck, so I guess that they exist is what I learned!

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  87. TheVeganAsanaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I'm pretty excited about the fact that it is lightweight (good for the kids and a mom with rheumatoid arthritis). I didn't realize it could vacuum so fully unfolded to get under furniture. Cool!

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  88. AudreyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    The 30ft cord for sure!!

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  89. EmilyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Love love love that it has different speeds and an extra long cord. Didn't realize that it can lay practically flat. Oh yes that would be so awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  90. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    WOW Three-year warranty! This is my favorite feature. The last two vacuums I bought I consider "disposable" models. Excited that a company actually believes their product will last.
    I learned that it is actually made of magnesium. :)

    Contact: candy.trygstad@comcast.net

    Thanks Shelly!

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  91. TheVeganAsanaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    I follow Oreck on Twitter!

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  92. Lizzy HastingsDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Following @oreck via @pdoodledesigns

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  93. wayside wandererDecember 27, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I love that it is light because I am schlepping my current vacuum up and down stairs, but a close second is that I can use it carpet AND hardwoods. Whoot! That would be awesome.

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  94. EmilyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I liked oreck on facebook!

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  95. TheVeganAsanaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I'm following Oreck on Facebook!

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  96. ShivelycrewDecember 27, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    I definitely need this vaccuum! I love the long cord and how lightweight it is! And a 7 year warranty is a huge bonus! nikelle5036@gmail.com

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  97. anniemosDecember 27, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    There are alot of things I love about this orek vaccum, but some of the main things are the hepa filter inside back, and its so lightweight! I didnt realize it lays almost flat for easy cleaning!

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  98. anniemosDecember 27, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    tweeted as @anniemos on twitter
    http://twitter.com/#!/anniemos/status/151742518348873728

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  99. Crystal ClaysonDecember 27, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I love the no crumb kick back! I totally hate how my vacumn cleaner does that to me! I would be in heaven with this vacumn cleaner

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  100. JulianaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I'm loving that it is so lightweight! Just bought a new house and moved from a 700 square foot apartment and we are getting used to having more space to clean! This thing would be so easy to move from upstairs to downstairs. And if it actually cleans with one pass as the description mentions, I'd actually have to re-teach myself how to vacumm :) I always go over spots a few times - probably because my vacuum is my age!

    Juliana
    Julianakspencer@gmail.com

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  101. anniemosDecember 27, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I like Oreck on Facebook

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  102. Crystal ClaysonDecember 27, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I liked Oreck on Facebook!

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  103. anniemosDecember 27, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I follow @houseofsmiths on twitter as @anniemos

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  104. anniemosDecember 27, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I like House of Smiths on Facebook as A. Mostella

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  105. KirstinDecember 27, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    My favorite feature is that it's 7# - easy to go up and down the stairs!

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  106. Ruby JeanDecember 27, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Oh I am so HAPPY I became a New Follower before Christmas... Or I would have missed out on this SUPER fun giveaway!!! Okay the feature I most LOVE is the 5ft Slinky hose... and the Hepa Filter is great too!! :)

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  107. GenaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    LOVE Oreck! I've owned an Oreck FOREVER! Love the new two switch feature. Please enter me since my Oreck is showing it's age.

    gena.hawkins@alcatel-lucent.com

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  108. Ruby JeanDecember 27, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Just liked Oreck on FB http://www.facebook.com/oreck?sk=app_281029095280676

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  109. GenaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    I liked Oreck on FB.

    gena.hawkins@alcatel-lucent.com

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  110. Homeschooling Momma of 4December 27, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Oh pick me!! :) I LOVE ORECK. WOW...7.7 lbs is a nice feature, would make carrying upstairs a lot easier. I also love the 7 year warranty.

    ethansharo (@ aol.com)

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  111. Homeschooling Momma of 4December 27, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I tweeted about this giveaway!!

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  112. miamihoneyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I love how it goes easily from hardwood to carpet. Great giveaway!

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  113. Ruby JeanDecember 27, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Just TWEETED!!! :) http://twitter.com/#!/shoprubyjeans/status/151746517508698113

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  114. dancin' mommaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    We have a lot of allergies in our house, so I love that it has the HEPA filter! I also love that it glides from carpets to bare floors. We have both in our house and this would make cleaning a lot easier!

    prettyeyes_416@yahoo.com

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  115. Janice SmithDecember 27, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    I LOVE the fact that it is such a light weight vaccum with an extra long cord! Having to vacuum is such a chore for me without having to carry around extra weight and unplugging every couple of rooms! I am in love!!!

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  116. Homeschooling Momma of 4December 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I am now a twitter follower of Oreck.

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  117. CynthiaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I LOVE the long cord and I especially love the idea of the two speed Quickswitch which I just learned about! I adore your blog :)
    yappycynthia@hotmail.com

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  118. Audrea RatliffDecember 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I am really diggin the Quickswitch feature! It's hard to have a broom for hard floors and a vacuum for carpet...having 1 tool for 2 types of floors would be heaven! I also liked learning that it's self-propelled :)Thanks for the chance!!
    audrea7777@yahoo.com

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  119. Ashley Farmer HarbinDecember 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Love this! Glad that it works well on hardwood floors and love the long cord!

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  120. Audrea RatliffDecember 27, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I also "Liked" Oreck on FB. audrea7777@yahoo.com

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  121. Homeschooling Momma of 4December 27, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    I now follow Oreck on facebook!

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  122. CaraDecember 27, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I love the two speed quickswitch function and it was interesting to learn that the magnesium produces 102 mph of airflow.

    carapperkins{at}gmail{dot}com

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  123. CaraDecember 27, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    I like Oreck on FB.

    carapperkins{at}gmail{dot}com

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  124. Adam & Dinae PitcherDecember 27, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Awesome giveaway. I visited their site and love that it feels self propelled. I also love the look. dinaepitcher@hotmail.com

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  125. HeidiDecember 27, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I love the extra long cord (brilliant!!) and I learned that it is extremely lightweight, weighing only 7 pounds!
    kbk92f{at}aol{dot}com

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  126. HeidiDecember 27, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I like Oreck on FB now too!

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  127. JamieDecember 27, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    I love that it's so light weight. MY kids can't use the vac we have right now because it's a monster. It would be nice to have something they could use as well!

    Jnraley@msn.com

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  128. JamieDecember 27, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I like Oreck on FB

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  129. Catherine VPDecember 27, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I would absolutely love to win this giveaway! I grew up with an Oreck vacuum and have always loved them. My favorite feature about this vacuum is how lightweight it is. Because I have rheumatoid arthritis, vacuuming can be extremely difficult and I would love to win this vacuum to make vacuuming much easier. What I learned about this vacuum is that it creates 102 mph of airflow for some great power!

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  130. DebbieDecember 27, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Omg, you have read my mind. That is everything I look for in a vacuum too. I will take your word that it is everything you said and a jar of pickles. Thanks for the chance. Blessings, Debbie

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  131. Kim BreierDecember 27, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I'm now following Oreck on Twitter!!

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  132. Kim BreierDecember 27, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Liking Oreck on FB!! (and lovin' HofS!!)

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  133. Kim BreierDecember 27, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Tweeted about today's fanfreakingtastic giveaway!!

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  134. KrystaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    My favorite feature would be the super-sucking power! I hate it when it loses suction and I have to clean it out every time I use it. Thanks for a fun giveaway!
    krystacrane(at)gmail(dot)com

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  135. KrystaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    I liked oreck on facebook!
    krystacrane{at}gmail{dot}com

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  136. AllyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Love the Magnesium because of the handheld, exactly what I need for cleaning out my car!

    *Liked them on FB & shouted out a tweet! @alli_heusy aheusink@gmail.com

    Alison H.

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  137. Kim BreierDecember 27, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Lovin' me the two speed function for the hardwood floors! I hate having to vacuum my carpets, put the vacuum away just to go get the broom and sweep the hardwood. Thanks H of S's for the great giveaway. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

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  138. European Paint FinishesDecember 27, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I love that it lays flat to get under furniture and the handheld with the shoulder strap to leave my hands free so i can use the dusting brush to do my blinds :) Great giveaway. thanks!

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  139. kristina proffittDecember 27, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Following on Twitter! :)
    @kristinap

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  140. kristina proffittDecember 27, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Tweeted about giveaway!! :)
    @kristinap

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  141. ElizabethDecember 27, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I am most excited about not having a hose system and the super sucking power! The fact that it only weighs 7 lbs is a upper added bonus! Thanks for the chance to win !

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  142. kristina proffittDecember 27, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    LOVE how the Magnesium is lightweight! I tend to pick up my vacuum a lot while vacuuming to get certain spots, etc. and I just love the versatility of that one! Thanks for the chance! :)

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  143. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    I love that there is no crumb kickback. I didn't even know that this feature was a possibility!! :)

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  144. lacycoxDecember 27, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    I absolutely LOVE that you can vacuum hardwood floors! That's seriously the worst when the crumbs go all over and you end up sweeping after vacuuming....ummm annoying. I was surprised to learn how flexible it is, how nice to be able to vacuum under things without having to move the furniture! This is a great giveaway!!!

    Lacy C.
    lncox0914@yahoo.com

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  145. kristina proffittDecember 27, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    I liked Oreck on FB! ;)

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  146. lacycoxDecember 27, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    I like Oreck on Facebook! :)

    Lacy C.
    lncox0914@yahoo.com

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  147. AlisonDecember 27, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Ooh, at $599, I'd rather win it than buy it! :)

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  148. Drama Mama LoriDecember 27, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Okay, there are a LOT of things that seem great about this, but I think the fact that it nearly lies flat (to vacuum under that pesky too-heavy-to-move coffee table) is the best feature of all!! Thanks!

    www.mamawithadashofdiydrama.com

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  149. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I follow Oreck on Twitter. @jsechere

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  150. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I tweeted about the giveaway. @jsechere

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  151. AmberDecember 27, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    It can clean ceiling fans! Nuf said. I need this sucker.

    cbgbgirl@hotmail.com

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  152. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    I think I love everything about it......I'm so tired of trying to fix the piece of crap vacuum that I have, this would be a dream come true!!

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  153. Angie G.December 27, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    I love how light it is. I hate lugging my current vacuum around the house! And I learned that it has a great limited warranty! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  154. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    I love the idea of it picking up all the crumbs on our hard wood floors, I always have to get a broom and sweeps first.

    bethany_dewitt@yahoo.com

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  155. LaurenDecember 27, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    I love the handle and that it has a HEPA Inner bag!

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  156. LaurenDecember 27, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I liked Oreck on FB! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  157. KendraDecember 27, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I like that it's lightweight, so I can carry it up and down the stairs. This is a great giveaway! Hope I win! :)

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  158. LauryDecember 27, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I have a large shag rub that is a bear to vacuum! I just read about Oreck’s cylindrical wheel bearings design and I am thrilled to think about actually vacuuming with ease. I cannot imagine how awesome that would be. We are talking life changing here!

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  159. JennDecember 27, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Oh, you had me at lightweight! And at vacuuming hard floors!

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  160. LauryDecember 27, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    I liked Orek on FB too!!

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  161. BEStrickLovingDecember 27, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Can I just love it cause it's blue? And perhaps it lays completly flat so I don't have to move my furniture around....or may 'cause it is blue...

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  162. JennDecember 27, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    I like Oreck! On Facebook and, well, just because!

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  163. BEStrickLovingDecember 27, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Liked'em on FB

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  164. Jason and LaynaDecember 27, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    I love the 30 ft. cord and lay down feature.

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  165. BEStrickLovingDecember 27, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Following Oreck on Twitter

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  166. JenniferDecember 27, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I love the Oreck cleaning products but I don't have one of their vacuums. I love that this has a lot of power and doesn't have "crumb kickback". :)
    jennifer.m.cook1{at}gmail{dot}com

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  167. BEStrickLovingDecember 27, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I tweeted about this lovely giveaway on Twitter

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  168. JenniferDecember 27, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I liked Oreck on Facebook!
    jennifer.m.cook1{at}gmail{dot}com

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  169. jenniferlynnDecember 27, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    I like that it can almost lay flat to get under all the furniture!

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  170. jenniferlynnDecember 27, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    jynn_@hotmail dot com

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  171. 2busyDecember 27, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I have the Oreck XL21 and absolutely love it. I didn't think it was possible for Oreck to improve, but it looks like they put all the awesome features (light weight, long cord and hepa filter bags) into one place. I would love to win one of my own.

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  172. jenniferlynnDecember 27, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    I tweeted about this awesome chance giveaway!
    jynn_@hotmail dot com

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  173. xomendyroxDecember 27, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    no crumb kick-back!! the last thing i want when i'm CLEANING is to feel dirt flying at my toes!

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  174. StephanieDecember 27, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    I love that it can go flat to get under furniture - like that huge hutch we can't move! thanks!!

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  175. StephanieDecember 27, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    The no crumb kick back is the best feature ever ! I would love to use one!

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  176. Suzanne GDecember 27, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I like that you can carry it over your shoulder (I also like the way it looks). I learned that it is 7.7 lbs, which is lighter than my laptop.

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  177. Suzanne GDecember 27, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I like Oreck on Facebook.

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  178. JenDecember 27, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    OHMAGOSH! This is by far my favorite giveaway that you've done! I need a new vacuum soooooooo bad! Especially one that doesn't have crumb kickback! That is so annoying. I don't know what it is, but crumbs multiply and replenish on my floor overnight. I am ALWAYS sweeping. My current vacuum has sucky suction....as in crappy, not very much and it weighs 500 lbs, I swear! I wanna win this more than anything I've ever entered before! Man, this little vacuum would be so loved at my house! ;)

    ooshwa@hotmail.com

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  179. JenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    I liked Oreck on FB!! If I could love them, I would have. ;)

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  180. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    My favorite feature is the HEPA Inner Bag with the Sani Seal System because I have allergies. I learned that the Oreck Magnesium's frame stronger than many kinds of steel.

    chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  181. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I follow @Oreck on twitter. @chrisdeglen

    chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  182. JenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I follow Oreck on Twitter.

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  183. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I "Like" Oreck on Facebook. Debbie Christie

    chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  184. Summer HansenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    This sounds like the most amazing vacuum ever! I love that it goes from carpet to floors with the 2 speed option! Its like getting a 2 for 1...and I just learned about the HEPA bags which sounds very amazing! AMAZING GIVEAWAY!
    Summer
    winterdust00@yahoo.com

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  185. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I NEED this!!!! Can you believe I actually had to go to the dr last week because when our old vac died and I threw it away, it was so heavy that I pulled something and thought I was having a heart attack the next day??! I KNOW - DUMB! I hate heavy vacs! I love that this one is lightweight and has the super long cord (a must!)
    Consider this my 1st entry, more than the mulberries at gmail dot com

    Thanks Shelley!

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  186. Summer HansenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I liked oreck on FB!

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  187. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I liked Oreck on FB!

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  188. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    @chrisdeglen tweeted:

    twitter.com/#!/chrisdeglen/status/151770003102904320

    chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  189. KristenDecember 27, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Following on Twitter!

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  190. LiDecember 27, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I love that it lays almost flat! From their website I learned about the HEPA Inner bag (which also sounds like a great feature!). Thanks for the chance to win! :)

    li_jensen14AThotmailDOTcom

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  191. KellyDecember 27, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I love that it is so lightweight!!!
    kelurena@gmail.com

    Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  192. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    I like that it is light weight. There is nothing more aggravating than having to lug a heavy vacuum up and down stairs when trying to clean your house!! I liked Oreck on fb! :)

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  193. SarahDecember 27, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Love the two speeds for carpet and hardwood. The no crumb kickback sounds awesome! With 3 kids under 5, there are lots of crumbs in the kitchen and dining area!

    Sarah
    hoeflingsarah@gmail.com

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  194. katyDecember 27, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    I'm in need of a new vacuum, this would be perfect! I like that it's light weight and powerful enough to use on thick rugs and hard wood. And I like that it can easily lay flat to reach under tables ect.
    Katygriffithsatgmaildotcom

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  195. SarahDecember 27, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Love the two speeds for carpet and hardwood! Was glad to learn that it could lay flat to get under the furniture! Awesome giveaway!

    Sarah
    hoeflingsarah@gmail.com

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  196. BrittanyDecember 27, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    The ligh weight feature is best for me! With a steep staircase to carry a vacuum up and down the lightness is a must!
    brittany s.
    kandbshepherd {at} gmail {dot} com

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  197. AndreaDecember 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    I love that it moves smoothly across all floor types. I learned that it is so lightweight because it's made of magnesium. Who knew? Great giveaway...I hope luck is on my side!

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  198. katyDecember 27, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    I like Oreck on FB
    Katygriffiths(at)gmail(dot)com

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  199. BrittanyDecember 27, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    I "liked" Oreck on Facebook.
    brittany s.
    kandbshepherd {at} gmail {dot} com

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  200. SaraDecember 27, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    I love the HEPA filter that catches all the allergens and dust--so important for kids with allergies and asthma. saraporter.braille@gmail.com

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