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Katie Sims

Is it safe to leave a cordless vacuum plugged in? Experts explain which vacuums can be left on charge without damaging the battery life

Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner hanging on wall bracket in living room.

Cordless vacuums are seriously handy home appliances, and they get reached for even more regularly than standard vacuums - let's be honest, the faff of not having to plug it in makes a big difference. But one of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to charging these devices is, is it safe to leave a cordless vacuum plugged in?

The best cordless vacuums must be stored and charged correctly if you want to get the most out of them for years to come. Usually, cordless vacuums come with a wall mount which can hang the device and charge it. This is an ideal solution if you want to hide your vacuum in a utility cupboard. But can leaving your vacuum cleaner on these charging wall mounts damage them?

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