What is a Whisk Broom?
A whisk broom is a type of short handled broom which is very useful for some household applications. Whisk brooms of sturdy and durable construction are available in almost any hardware store, and come in a variety of materials from plastic to traditional broom corn. While a whisk broom is not a vitally needed household tool, many people find them useful for small cleaning projects and dusting. A whisk broom differs from a traditional broom because of its handle length. Most whisk brooms have either a small knob or a very short handle to grip. For this reason, a whisk broom is not practical for large sweeping projects, but it is ideal for sweeping a pile into a dust pan or reaching into small corners in which a normal broom cannot maneuver. Some people also use a whisk broom as a duster, or to brush down clothing. A standard whisk broom is made from broom corn which is tightly sewn into the fan like shape associated with regular brooms. The top of the broom corn is knotted and bound in
