# Liquid-Sucking Vacuum Attachments The SpillMate Converts Regular Vacuum Cleaners Into Wet-Vacs By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-04-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wetvac References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/spillmate/37176/) & [spillmate.org](http://www.spillmate.org/) The SpillMate is a hose that can be attached to any old vacuum cleaner to convert it into a liquid-sucking [wet-vac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h15-pro-carpetflex). This simple add-on lets you quickly and easily suck [liquid out of the carpet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoover-cleanslate-plus-carpet-cleaner) without having to purchase a separate device. What's great about this contraption is that it doesn't require any electricity on its own, and instead uses the suction of the vacuum cleaner to draw in liquid. A chamber within the SpillMate prevents liquid from infiltrating the vacuum hose, instead diverting it to a reservoir. The reservoir has a safety feature that automatically shuts off airflow to the vacuum in the event of a potential overflow. The SpillMate is a great example of how existing products can be supplemented and enjoy greater functionality using smart engineering and design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multipurpose Attachments:** The development of versatile attachments that enhance the functionality of existing products. - **Accessory Adaptation:** The trend of creating add-ons that allow existing products to perform new tasks or functions. - **Convenient Conversion:** The rise of products that enable the conversion of one device into another for improved convenience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Appliances:** The industry that can benefit from creating innovative attachments and add-ons for existing vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances, etc. - **Cleaning Equipment:** The industry can explore opportunities to develop specialized vacuum cleaner attachments for different types of cleaning tasks. - **DIY Tools:** The industry of do-it-yourself tools can capitalize on the demand for attachments and adaptations that enhance the versatility of existing tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aftermarket Vacuum Window Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satuo-w1.md) - [Self-Cleaning Mop Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-wash-g1.md) - [Hybrid Wet-Dry Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wetdry-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Ambient Moisture Capture Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3i-s10-ultra-robot-vacuum.md) - [Agile Mopping Stick Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-flexi-lite.md) - [Portable Multi-Surface Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-everymess.md) - [All-Surface Cordless Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-v15s-detect-submarine.md) - [Wet-Dry Stick Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreame-h15-pro-carpetflex.md) - [Cordless Floor Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bsty-dualaction-cordless.md)