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A good broom takes the effort out of daily sweeping, clearing dust, crumbs and pet hair from hard floors before they get trodden through the rest of the house. The right bristle style and handle length make a real difference to comfort and results.
Options include the OXO Good Grips Upright Dustpan & Broom Set for a tidy all in one storage solution, the Joseph Joseph CleanTech Wall Mounted Broom for compact kitchens and laundries, and the White Magic Pet Hair Broom for homes with furry housemates.
Sweeping is only the first step to spotless floors. Once the loose dirt is cleared, follow up with floor mops to lift any remaining marks and give hard flooring a proper clean.
Running a broom through high traffic areas daily and mopping once or twice a week keeps floors looking fresh without a big weekend clean up.
Pair your broom with a set of dustpan brushes to make quick work of collecting swept up dirt without bending or reaching under furniture.
For benches and skirting boards nearby, keep cloths close at hand so you can wipe away any dust stirred up while sweeping.
A broom with fine, tightly packed bristles like the White Magic Pet Hair Broom is designed to lift hair and fur from hard floors that a standard broom can leave behind.
Always sweep first. Clearing loose dirt and dust with a broom stops it turning into mud once you introduce water, giving you a cleaner finish when you mop.
Store it upright or wall mounted rather than resting on the bristles, and give it a rinse or shake out after use to keep the bristles in shape for longer.