Not all central vacuum retractable hose valves are the same -- here's why!

Chameleon Retractable Hose System: 

Full-Sized Handle:
Chameleon is designed to deliver a truly comfortable, easy to use cleaning experience. The extended grip handle, with a full 360-degree swivel, makes pulling out the handle effortless and vacuuming

 Dual-Seal System:
The O-ring (1) and the ball seal (2) provide two points of contact to prevent air leakage or hissing during operation. The patented dual-seal design maintains high-performance at each valve location and ensures the hose is securely in place when stored.
       

Engineered for Hose Socks:
Hose socks protect furniture and walls.
The Chameleon valve is designed with
smooth plastics and a straight hose path to
ensure the hose pulls and retracts smoothly
every time, minimizing sock bunching and
eliminating hose jams.
 
Competitive Retractable Hose Central Vacuum Systems:

     
Short, Hard-to-Grip Handle:

Competitors offer a shorter handle design with less gripping surface and reduced leverage, which can make cleaning less comfortable and more difficult to maneuver. To retrieve the hose, the user must place their finger inside the hose handle opening to pull it from the valve.

 Singular Seal:
Other retractable hose valves rely on the valve door as a sealing point. Uneven wall surfaces can interfere with the door closing properly and ultimately contribute to inconsistent performance, vacuum air leakage and hissing during operation.		 Frequent Hose Maintenance:
Other retractable valves feature less efficient hose paths and materials that cause friction as the hose is pulled and retracted. This friction can result in frequent bunching and increases the likelihood of jams inside the tubing.

There really is no comparison!
Chameleon also features an easy on/off switch with automatic shut-off when retracted, a lock-seal system that secures the hose at any length, several door color options and an industry-leading 5-year warranty. Each Chameleon valve can cover up to 2,200 square feet of living space and is customizable with a wide variety of attachments, so you can vacuum more than just your floors.