New York , NY , January 1st, 2008 – Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of The Best Stick Vacuum, chosen over other models in tests by The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute for its ability to quickly and effectively remove debris from carpets and tile and its easy-to-access detachable handheld vacuum for cleaning hard-to-reach areas.

The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute’s research team conducts extensive side-by-side testing of products using carefully controlled variables. After testing is complete, all of the products are rated on specific attributes such as functionality, ease of use, and durability.

The Best Stick Vacuum recorded a perfect score for cleaning effectiveness, quickly suctioning salt and cereal from tile floors and removing cat litter embedded in high- and low-pile carpets, while other models merely pushed debris around.

Made by Oreck®, renowned vacuum manufactures for more than 40 years, the Best Stick Vacuum scored highest for ease of use because its base automatically raised and lowered to accommodate carpets and hard-surface floors, unlike lesser models that required manual adjustments.

“The Best Stick Vacuum has an integrated handheld vacuum that detaches with the touch of a button, allowing you to quickly clean stairs and other areas that traditional vacuums cannot reach,” stated Tara-Ann Dugan, Supervisor of Product Research.

The cordless stick vacuum operates for 20 minutes after a 10-hour charge, and it has a retractable handle that allows for ease of storage. The Best Stick Vacuum is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $99.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

About Hammacher Schlemmer
Hammacher Schlemmer is America’s longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only, and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, and backs its products by a rather famous Lifetime Guarantee of Complete Satisfaction. Hammacher Schlemmer’s innovative offerings are available through its catalog, online at www.hammacher.com, and at its landmark store on East 57th Street in New York City.