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And of course, brooms are quieter than noisy vacuums that wake the whole household.
Youll find various types of brooms, from traditional, angled brooms to a push broom for large areas.
This O-Cedar broom earned top marks in all four categories for plenty of reasons.
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First, the angled plastic bristles are sturdy yet flexible enough to efficiently capture most dirt and debris.
Even after use, the densely packed bristles stayed perfectly in placeno sticking out at awkward angles.
Hair tended to get stuck in the bristles, but it was easy to remove by hand.
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And the bristles are nice and soft, making them easier to handle.
The 46-inch metal handle is sturdy, which does make the broom slightly heavier than other options.
Maneuvering the broom was a snap since it easily swept up debris around a kitchen table and chairs.
A rubber-edged dustpan is included with the broom and can be clipped onto the handle for easy storage.
Product Details:Handle Length:46 in.
You may have to make a few passes to ensure all dust is picked up on hard surfaces.
This indoor/outdoor broom is another pick that earned five stars in all four categories.
In fact, we struggled to find anything we disliked about it during testing.
Its angled shape and medium-soft bristles are perfect for grabbing debris from corners or other tight spaces.
Though lightweight at under two pounds, this is a sturdy broom.
Its also easy to empty the dustpan into the trash.
Product Details:Handle Length:53.25 in.
Having to track down a dustpan after sweeping is a pain.
The broom swept up 95% of all sizes and types of our debris mixture during tests.
Extending or shortening the handle is as simple as a quick twist of the orange fastener.
The folding dustpan was quite comfortable to hold thanks to the handle.
Meanwhile, the attached comb removed any lingering debris from the broom.
Product Details:Handle Length:35-54 in.
The rubber bristles didnt maneuver around furniture well since theyre not very flexible.
The broom also has a squeegee for moving water on hard flooring.
This wont replace your everyday broom, but its an effective option forremoving hair from carpet.
Product Details:Handle Length:34-58 in.
The brush displayed a few frayed bristles before being used.
The handle is not adjustable, so its a basic, functional push broom.
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Its bristles are dense enough to provide ample coverage.
They arent flexible, which is typical for push brooms that generally dont need to flex around furniture.
However, we didnt observe any additional wear after using the broom.
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Static electricity meant thatdust clungto the bristles, so this broom might require more frequent cleaning.
But the price and overall performance make this a solid buy.
Product Details:Handle Length:63 in.
If you find yourself reaching for a broom often, it makes sense to invest in a heavy-duty option.
Though lightweight, we appreciated how sturdy this broom felt.
We would even feel comfortable using this outside since its so sturdy but has flexible bristles.
Impressively, the angled broom removed 100% of the debris during testing.
And none of it clung to the bristles, so it all ended up in the garbage.
The 54-inch handle hit at a nice height.
However, the cushioned grip wasnt positioned where we instinctively held the broom.
Product Details:Handle Length:54 in.
It also has dense but flexible synthetic bristles and includes a step-on dustpan, which makes for quicker cleanup.
If assembly was required, we assembled each broom.
We then swept it all up and recorded the percentage of debris left behind.
After our sweeping tests, we observed broom bristles for signs of damage.
We also recorded whether the bristles held onto debris.
When dustpans were included in a broom set, we evaluated them as well.
For rubber brooms, we also poured 12 cup of water onto the floor.
Opt for a push broom when you want to sweep large areas of open spacethinkgarage floorsoroutdoor patios.
Plus, rubber is hypoallergenic and will be easier to clean.
This reduces strain on your back and arms.
Choosing a lightweight, adjustable broom canmake cleaning easierand more comfortable for everyone, Erwin says.
Randall says to look for dustpans with rubber edges for gathering up fine particles.
It also spread and dripped water during our water test.
Its metal and plastic construction also made it rather heavy.
Your Questions, Answered
Are electric brooms worth it?
Theyre not a replacement for heavier-duty vacuums but can complement yourcleaning tools, Randall advises.
We tested theBlack + Decker Lithium Powered Floor Sweeper, which didnt perform all that well.
For those reasons, it may be appealing to users with limited mobility.
Are rubber brooms good for hard floors?
According to Erwin, Rubber brooms can be your secret weapon for keeping a clean house.
“Theyre gentle on delicate surfaces like laminate and hardwood, and they dont scratch.
Do brooms need to be cleaned?
Erwin cleans her brooms once a month at minimum.
Natural bristles can be shaken out or lightly brushed clean,” he adds.
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