here’s a smart way to reuse it

Ah, the BROOM… this faithful cleaning tool that accompanies us during our cleaning chores! But what should we do when it can no longer be used to clean the dirtiest corners of the house? Rather than throwing it in the trash as waste, why not recycle it? In addition to protecting our environment and our planet, this offers you unsuspected advantages. We present our two DIY tips to test as soon as possible!

If you thought there was nothing more to get out of your old broom, think again! Because yes, he too deserves a second chance… You could even make him the star of your next eco-friendly craft! Get out your scissors and find out how to breathe new life into your favorite cleaning buddy in two easy steps. Let’s go !

What objects can you make with an old plastic broom?

Sweep. Source: spm

What if we told you, dear readers, that your old broom could turn into two incredibly useful items for everyday tasks, would you believe it? We are sure that many of you will be pleasantly surprised to see how such a mundane tool can reinvent itself and have other uses… And guess what? The tricks we are about to share with you are so awesome that you will surely regret not thinking about them before! Come on, let’s get to work. So check out our awesome upcycling ideas below and take note!

How to recycle your old broom and make it a practical object? 2 clever DIY ideas

Dear readers, a broom, it should not stay in the back of a closet, upside down with its hair crushed on the ground and crumbling under the dust and the crumbs that it was able to recover for months, even years of good and loyal service! So what are you waiting for, dust it off and put it to good use?

Brush for deep cleaning

Toilet brush. Source: spm

With this first tip, you can now reach the most difficult corners of your home, those that have resisted repeated cleanings with your vacuum cleaner, but not only! You can even use it to deep clean your toilet. Don’t ask yourself too many questions! Just know that he will be effective in this unglamorous task… Here is what you will need:

An old broom that you no longer use
A sharp knife or saw
scissors
Bleach or any other disinfectant

The steps to follow:

Use your utility knife or saw to split your old broom into three equal parts.
You will only need to keep the middle part with the hole that is used to attach the handle.
Then cut the bristles to get a brush with shorter bristles.
Adjust the length of the bristles according to the area you want to clean, then reinsert the broomstick.
Before use, disinfect the brush with bleach or other disinfectant. You eliminate all the bacteria that lodge there and you’re done!

With these few simple steps, you will transform your old “useless” broom into a powerful cleaning tool that does not cost you a penny!

Brush for cleaning shoes

Brush for cleaning shoes. Source: spm

You thought the other two cut parts of your broom would end up in the bottom of the trash can? Dear readers, we are real recycling pros… So get ready to discover the surprise! Thanks to our super shiny trick and your new secret weapons, you will finally be able to say goodbye to dirty shoes! If you wonder how, just follow the guide!

So grab the two remaining parts of your brush.
Trim unsightly and worn hairs.
Disinfect them with bleach.
And hop! in no time, you’ll be equipped with two sparkling brushes, ready to tackle any messy stains that stand in your way!

You can use it to clean the soles of your shoes, your carpets, the various surfaces of your home, etc.

Recycle old items such as his broom is not only environmentally friendly, it is also a lot of fun! Think about it for a moment: instead of getting rid of it, you can use it in other ways, just use your creativity! Not only will you reduce waste and save your money, but you’ll also have a great conversation starter the next time someone asks where you got those awesome new brushes!