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Sweep Floors

Remove loose dirt, pet hair, and debris from hard surfaces using a broom and dustpan to prevent scratches and prepare the floor for mopping.

Pro Tips
Use a dust mop or microfiber broom for better dust collection.
Sweep in overlapping strokes to avoid missing spots.
Sweep debris into a small pile before collecting it with the dust pan.
Steps
1Pick up large objects
2Wipe down countertops
3Start sweeping in the corners and the edges
4Gather debris in piles
5Sweep the piles of debris in the dust pan
6Dispose of debris in trash can
7Shake out or rinse broom bristles
Products
Broom
Dust Pan