Stop using the wrong tool! Learn which Shark Rocket attachments work best for pet hair on stairs, dusting ceiling fans, and detailing your car interior.
The biggest strength of the Shark Rocket series is its 2-in-1 design. By removing the long wand, you transform a floor vacuum into a powerful handheld. However, many owners leave their specialized tools in the box because they aren’t sure which one to use for what task.
Stop using the wrong tool! Learn which Shark Rocket attachments work best for pet hair on stairs, dusting ceiling fans, and detailing your car interior.
- Symptoms: Vacuum is struggling to pick up pet hair on stairs, Cannot reach under the refrigerator, Dusting brush is leaving scratches on furniture, Need to reach high ceiling corners
- Tools: Universal Tool Adapter (optional)
- Difficulty: Easy
Using the correct attachment not only speeds up your cleaning but also prevents damage to delicate surfaces. Here is our breakdown of the “Must-Have” Rocket tools.
1. The Motorized Pet Power Brush
This is the gold standard for stairs. Unlike the “Air-Driven” tools found on cheaper vacuums, this attachment has its own internal motor.
- Best For: Carpeted stairs, upholstered sofas, and removing embedded dog hair from car floor mats.
- Tip: If it stops spinning, pull out the side tab to remove the brush roll and clear any hair wrapped around the internal drive belt.
2. The Under-Appliance Wand
This is a long, 36-inch flat tool that mimics the MultiFlex wand but is much thinner.
- Best For: Reaching under the refrigerator, stove, or heavy dressers without moving them.
- Warning: Do not use this tool on wet spills; the narrow airflow path will clog instantly with “muddy” dust.
3. The Anti-Allergen Dusting Brush
This tool features soft, nylon bristles and a wider suction mouth.
- Best For: Computer keyboards, window blinds, and delicate lampshades.
- Bonus Use: It is excellent for “sculpting” carpet pile to hide footprint marks on stairs.
4. The Flexi-Crevice Tool
Standard crevice tools are rigid. This version uses a flexible rubber extension.
- Best For: Reaching between car seats and the center console, or deep into the lint trap area of your dryer.
Tool Compatibility Guide
Shark uses two different neck sizes for their stick vacuums.
| Model Series | Neck Diameter | Tool Type |
|---|---|---|
| HV300 / HV320 Rocket | 35mm (Round) | Friction Fit |
| IZ / Vertex / Stratos | Specialized (Rectangular) | Clip-Lock |
IMPORTANT: Before buying a “Universal” attachment kit from Amazon, check if your vacuum uses the Clip-Lock system. If you see a small plastic button that clicks into place, standard round tools will not fit without a specialized adapter.
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TIP: To keep your brushes clean, use the vacuum’s own crevice tool to “vacuum the dusting brush” after every use. This prevents you from spreading dust from one room to another during your next cleaning session.