The best brooms for hardwood floors and outdoor use are Amish-made brooms crafted in the USA, designed with natural broomcorn for superior sweeping, durability, and long-lasting performance.

What Is the Best Type of Broom?

The best broom depends on where and how you use it:

• Hardwood floors → Medium Amish broom (soft, controlled sweep)
• Outdoor surfaces → Barn broom (heavy-duty sweeping power)
• Everyday cleaning → Medium broom (versatile and balanced)

Unlike plastic brooms, Amish-made brooms use natural broomcorn fibers, which trap fine dust and maintain their shape over time.

Best Broom for Hardwood Floors

Amish Made Medium Broom

Why it’s the best:

• Gentle enough for hardwood
• Sweeps fine dust without scratching
• Lightweight and easy to control

Key Benefits:

• Smooth, even sweeping motion
• Doesn’t scatter dust like plastic bristles
• Works on tile, laminate, and hardwood

This is your go-to everyday indoor broom

Best Broom for Outdoor Use

Amish Made Barn Broom

Why it’s the best:

• Built for rough surfaces
• Handles dirt, debris, and heavier messes
• Strong, durable construction

Ideal For:

• Garages
• Driveways
• Porches
• Workshops

This is your heavy-duty workhorse broom

Amish Brooms vs. Regular Brooms

What’s the Difference?

Amish-Made Brooms:

• Natural broomcorn fibers
• Hand-tied and tightly stitched
• Solid wooden handles
• Long-lasting performance

Regular Store-Bought Brooms:

•  Plastic bristles
•  Mass-produced
•  Lose shape quickly
•  Need frequent replacement

The result: Amish brooms sweep better, last longer, and reduce long-term cost

Why Broomcorn Is Better Than Plastic

Broomcorn fibers:

• Grab fine dust instead of pushing it around
• Maintain stiffness without becoming brittle
• Perform better on uneven surfaces

Plastic bristles:

• Bend and flatten quickly
• Scatter dust instead of collecting it
• Wear out faster

This is the hidden reason Amish brooms outperform modern ones

Which Broom Should You Choose?

Choose a Medium Broom if:

• You clean inside regularly
• You want one broom for multiple surfaces
• You prefer lighter, controlled sweeping

Choose a Barn Broom if:

• You need outdoor cleaning power
• You deal with heavy debris
• You want a broom built for tough jobs

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Amish brooms really better?

Yes, because they are handcrafted with better materials, they last longer and sweep more effectively than most mass-produced brooms.

What broom is best for hardwood floors?

A medium Amish broom is ideal because it provides a gentle but effective sweep without damaging surfaces.

What is the best broom for outdoor use?

A barn broom is best for outdoor areas due to its durability and ability to handle heavy debris.

How long do Amish brooms last?

With proper care, they typically last significantly longer than standard store-bought brooms.

Are Amish brooms worth the price?

Yes—while they may cost more upfront, they save money over time by lasting longer and performing better.

Built the Way Things Used to Be

At Harvest Array, we believe everyday tools should be made to last. Amish-made brooms reflect a time when craftsmanship mattered—when even a broom was built with care, purpose, and pride.

Shop Amish Made Brooms

• Amish Made Medium Brooms (Best for indoor use)
• Amish Made Barn Broom (Best for outdoor use)

Choose the broom that fits your home—and experience the difference real craftsmanship makes.