With a broom you sweep the garden, yard and stable in a traditional and, at best, environmentally friendly way. In our guide you will find out what to look out for when buying such a "witches broom", what distinguishes it in principle, including its specific advantages and disadvantages , and how you can make a brushwood broom yourself. We also provide you with recommendations for specific products.
Twig brooms are eco-friendly and do a good job
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Bamboo broomsticks with handle, bamboo broom, stable broom, witch broom 10 pieces*
89.00 EUR To the product| Material broom head | bamboo |
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| stalk | yes (bamboo) |
| overall length | about 180 cm |
| working width | unknown |
| number of brooms | 10 |
| price/broom | approx. EUR {PRICE/10} |
| Plastic free | Yes |
The material used in the brushwood broom from Bamboo Exchange inspires enthusiasm, as does the fact that the broom comes with a handle and the overall length, which enables even very tall people to sweep ergonomically.
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BOOGARDI 10x birch brooms 160 x 25 cm with handle
89.99 EUR To the product| Material broom head | birch |
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| stalk | yes (wood) |
| overall length | about 160 cm |
| working width | about 30-40cm |
| number of brooms | 10 |
| price/broom | approx. EUR {PRICE/10} |
| Plastic free | Yes |
The BooGardi brush broom is well rated on Amazon. Since the overall length is significantly less than that of our first-place winner, people over the 1.90 meter mark could possibly get back problems in the long run. Otherwise, this broom convinces all along the line. One of the reviewers even says: "Super flight performance and very comfortable even on longer trips." A bit of humor is needed.
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Joma-Tech brushwood broom made of birch or bamboo brushwood witch broom broom birch brushwood rice broom sweeping stable house yard (birch brushwood, broom 10 pieces)
EUR 54.90 To the product| Material broom head | birch or bamboo |
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| stalk | no |
| overall length | about 80-110cm |
| working width | about 35-55cm |
| number of brooms | 10 |
| price/broom | approx. EUR {PRICE/10} |
| Plastic free | Yes |
If you choose the Joma-Tech set, you can look forward to a little surprise: will you receive a birch or bamboo broom? The manufacturer offers both. And with both variants you can assume high quality. Unfortunately, the heads are delivered without brooms. This product is therefore primarily recommended for people who are familiar with using brushwood brooms.
Purchase Criteria
Material of the broom head
In most cases, the head of the brushwood broom is made of either birch twigs or bamboo grass. Willow branches are also used from time to time. All of the materials mentioned are well suited.
However, bamboo is particularly popular because it is undoubtedly the most sustainable material. No tree has to die for a brushwood broom made of bamboo. In addition, bamboo grasses are considered hard and robust, but still light. These properties have a positive effect on handling when sweeping.
tips
When tying your own, the combination of birch and willow with blueberry branches is popular to achieve different bristle strengths.
material of the stem
For an authentic brushwood broom, the only possible handle materials are of course wood and bamboo.
Note: A handle is not always included in the scope of delivery. If it is missing, you have to buy one separately or make one yourself from natural material. To insert the handle, you need strong metal or steel wire that you tie around the handle and the top part of the broom, and a nail that you drive across to give the handle additional fixation.
overall length
Especially with brushwood brooms, which are primarily intended as a decorative element and accessory for the carnival or Halloween costume party, the length often leaves a lot to be desired. However, this often also applies to the “real” brushwood brooms. So that you don't get back pain and other complications sooner or later when sweeping with the utensil, you should make sure when buying that the overall length fits your height.
tips
Since you generally press the broom head more or less hard on the ground when sweeping, it makes sense to think about ten to 15 centimeters away from the specified size. If the length still seems satisfactory, you can finally order with a clear conscience.
working width
The wider the broom head is designed, the faster you can sweep. Guide value: With a working width of around 30 to 60 centimetres, you achieve a good balance between speed and precision.
tips
How wide the broom head actually is always depends on the pressure you exert when sweeping.
build quality
Much more than the exact materials (they don't take much), the quality of workmanship determines the robustness, resilience and lifespan of the broom. In order to make the charming cleaning helper stable for the yard, stable and garden, you usually need some metal or steel wire and a nail in addition to the natural materials. This allows the head and handle to be connected to form a stable unit.
tips
Whenever possible, read customer reviews and test reports regarding the quality of workmanship to get an impression of whether you can count on a long-lasting brushwood broom. If no reports are available, you have to be the first to take the test, willy-nilly. In this case, we ask you on behalf of all people who want to buy a broom to write a short review in which you tell about your experiences.
Always remember that real brushwood brooms are always handmade and unique.
sustainability
Only buy brooms that are completely plastic-free. Otherwise the actual purpose would be gone and you could also use a modern broom with plastic bristles and a synthetic handle. The most environmentally friendly are brooms made of bamboo.
number of brooms
Our analysis has shown:
- Brush brooms are commonly sold in sets of several
- the larger the set, the lower the price per broom
This is not the only reason why we advise you not to buy a single broom, but a set. Wear and tear is high even with high-quality designs, so it is worth stocking up if space permits.
frequently asked Questions
What is a brush broom?
The brush broom is a traditional tool for sweeping the yard area and garden as well as the stable. Both the bushy head and the handle are traditionally made of natural materials, complemented by small parts made of metal or steel.
Unfortunately, these rustic utensils are now dying out - brooms with plastic bristles have taken over the field in favor of simple, inexpensive mass production. Only on carnival or Halloween do you sometimes see disguised witches parading (or flying?) through the streets with decorative broomsticks.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a brushwood broom?
The advantages of a brushwood broom at a glance:
- traditional sweeping agent
- made from natural materials
- environmentally friendly
The disadvantages of a brushwood broom at a glance:
- relatively high wear
- hard to find
Which brands offer good brooms?
There are no or hardly any really well-known brands that make brushwood brooms. As a rule, these are small no-name companies that have specialized in the manufacture of handmade products. Therefore, when buying a broomstick, you must always check carefully whether good quality can be expected from the respective supplier. BooGardi, Bamboo Exchange and Joma-Tech are certainly worth trying.
Where is the best place to buy a brushwood broom?
That's a good question, because broomsticks are extremely rare these days and hard to find, at least if you're looking to purchase a work broom and not a decorative one. Where you can look around with hope and, with a bit of luck, find what you are looking for: in your trusted hardware store, such as toom, Raiffeisen, Hornbach, Dehner or Bauhaus, and at Amazon.
How much does a broom cost?
Fortunately, brushwood brooms are not a major investment. Depending on the manufacturer, material and number of brooms as well as accessories (handle), a piece usually costs between six and 15 euros.
Note: Of course, we are only referring to brooms that are intended for sweeping and are not just used as decoration or accessories - although high-quality "play brooms" are usually not available at a lower price.
Can I make a brush broom myself?
Yes, this is possible even for inexperienced hobbyists. A short, simple guide can be found here. Just scroll down a bit.
The following video shows the professional manufacture of a brushwood broom using a special binding device:
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broom holder
A broom holder makes sense, especially if you buy a set of several brooms, as it enables compact, safe storage.
tips
Insert the broom with the handle down or choose a wall bracket that you attach high enough to protect the sensitive broom heads.
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