Let's Talk Dusters - Disposable vs Washable...and Why

Let's talk dusters: Are you using the right kind of duster and how do you wash and reuse them? Join Angela Brown on Ask a House Cleaner as she answers a viewer's question about microfiber dusters, sharing tips on washing, reusing, and replacing them. Discover the importance of avoiding cross-contamination and why using disposable dusters might be a better choice for your cleaning business. Angela also recommends her go-to duster but warns against using knockoffs. Find out how to dispose of your duster heads and stay clean while keeping your house spic and span!
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** LET'S TALK DUSTERS CHAPTERS **
0:00 - Meet Angela Brown, the House Cleaning Guru
1:18 - Can microfiber dusters be re-washed?
1:33 - Does OXO make a duster with a replaceable head?
1:49 - Is the OXO duster washable?
2:00 - Do dusters need to be washed between houses?
2:14 - Can you use the same duster at different client houses?
2:32 - Do dusters pick up germs?
2:49 - Does the dust and germs transfer from one house to another?
3:09 - Do dusters have to be washed every night?
3:29 - What is your go-to duster?
3:44 - Why do you like the Swiffer Duster?
3:58 - Why should you not use the knockoff refills?
4:19 - Does Swiffer have a recycling program?
4:30 - Have people tried to wash the disposable heads?
5:04 - Do you use a new replaceable head at each house?
5:17 - How often does a homeowner need to replace their Swiffer Duster head?
5:57 - How do you know it's time to replace it?
6:44 - Why do people pay for a professional cleaning?
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[@dawnmichelle4403]

I love that you give advice for regular homeowners as well as professional housecleaners. Thank you! 🥰

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love that you took the time to let me know you like the advice. Thanks for commenting. 😊

[@WilliamFontaineJr]

Thanks, as always, for giving a clear and straightforward view of how professional cleaners do their job. I use almost all your tactics in cleaning my own house and stays looking like a pro cleans it regularly. Actually a pro does clean it who was trained by you…that’s me. Thanks again.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+William Fontaine LOL. Hooray! I love this. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. 👏👏👏

[@galamander_1327]

When I cleaned professionally I had 100+ microfiber cloths just for dusting. I used around 10 of them for the dusting on an average job. I used Swiffer or a washable duster head, for work that required an extension handle. Your point about preventing cross contamination is so important.

[@sevendeadlychins]

Yes, cross contamination is so important and not enough people address it!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Galamander _ Oh wow. It sounds like you had a great system in place. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Seven Deadly Chins, right? I think in recent years the focus has been greater as more people have become aware.

[@jessicarenee7859]

The amount of trust I have for Angela is surprising. She can tell me to buy anything and I'll go buy it 😅 Thank you for everything, just started my business thanks to you I feel okay.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, I'm so flattered!! Thank you for your trust and support, it means a lot! Wishing you the best and lost of success in your business...you got this!

[@changingme1412]

Thank you! This is something I really think is superimportant. I dislike cleaners that strut around with the same dusters from house to house. It is dusguisting!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! I share your concern about the importance of proper cleaning practices. Reusing dusters across homes is unhygienic and can spread germs. As a dedicated cleaner, I prioritize hygiene by using disposable or washable dusters for each home. Your feedback is valuable, and I'm committed to maintaining high cleaning standards on my channel. Thank you for recognizing the significance of this issue!

[@sevendeadlychins]

I cart around both an electrostatic duster and a 360 swiffer on the job. Despite that the dusting tool I use the most is a very slightly damp cloth with Murphy's oil soap. Don't get me started on how much I ❤ Murphy's 😅

[@sharlyt3557]

I love Murphy's too. Such a beautiful cleaner! I just love the way my furniture looks afterward and the smell is wonderfully nice too.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It’s a great product! 😊

[@trishoconnor2169]

I lived in a hotel for seven months after a house fire, and happened to be immunocompromised at the time. The more I've thought about it in the years since then, the more I've realized that there is NO way the housekeepers were changing the duster heads between rooms. For that matter, they were using the same brush to clean all the toilets in the hotel. I was very lucky I didn't catch anything. If I'd thought about it at the time, I would have asked my insurance company to cover buying the necessary cleaning items to be used just in my room. The hotel staff were very service-oriented, and they did a lot of business with that insurance company, so I think if it had been explained to them, they would have been happy to accommodate me. I just didn't even think about that detail. I was just glad to see them cleaning my room regularly.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am so sorry about the house fire. Thanks for reaching out to share. Sending hugs! 🤗

[@roses609]

This was very informative

[@kimberlindy]

Great to know that the Swiffer knock-offs don't work as well, and that Swiffers can be mailed free to be recycled!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, Terracycle is the way to go for recycling the Swiffer duster heads. Thanks for watching the video. 👍

[@EngageYourFrontalLobe]

TY for letting us know about the Terracycle program. We’re signed up! We used washable microfiber cloths for years, though they don’t work as well, to be more env. friendly. We bought some Swiffer 360 disposables today and joined the recycling program. Thanks so much, it’s great to have a product that’s functional and recyclable.

[@LC-38338]

Dear Angela I just want to say thank you for sharing so much important valuable information with us. I have REALLY benefitted from your talks about depression, procrastination, hoarding, cleaning routine, best products and SO much more! You really are a great communicator and your recommendations are better than a psychologist or a therapist or a coach! I just cannot understand why your subscribers are not in the millions by now. My best wishes for the growth of your channel. And thank you again for all your efforts to share your wisdom and experience with all of us❤❤❤❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+L C Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement and support. You just made my day. 🙏🤗

[@jewelbriard5444]

I have washable heads and swiffers. I have the orange-red Oxo and a gray set which I just got because it has a long extender and 3 types of heads. I am only cleaning my own home. Thank you for all your tips.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You’re welcome, I’m glad you liked the duster tips. 👍

[@sharlyt3557]

Perfect video! Thanks SO much!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I’m so glad you liked the duster video. 😊

[@trishworkout9915]

Thank you once again for your expert advice!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Trish Workout thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. 👍

[@perianbernstein1089]

Great advice as always! I use the swifter dusters as well in my customers house

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching the video about dusters and sharing that you also like Swiffers. 😊

[@isabelle3365]

Thank you Angela. Just finished a renovation, so dust is everywhere. I realized that microfiber clothes are just not appropriate as it just fix the dust into corners and more... Now i am about to buy some more swiffer dusters also for the regular cleaning. Your video came out at the perfect time to confirm that these dusters are great power tools. But i won’t buy the reusable ones, for now. A question, last week, i asked the lady of the cleaning company to do the baseboards of the renovated spaces with the swiffer duster. She said it was a better way to do them with the vaccum.. now there is a grey line on the white baseboards. I saw it afterwards. My regular cleaning lady will come back next week from holiday, Thanks God. But soon, she will leave to get married in another state. It is always a nightmare to receive a remplacement. I am diseable, so i get up at the person’s arrival and departure. I prepare a task list that i give after showing/reading it quietly. I thought about hiring 2 ladies regularly : one coming 3 hours mondays, the other 3 hours thursdays. But it’s always a thought, as 6h for one person regularly is more appealing for the relationship. Thank you for any recommandations ;)

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for reaching out to leave a comment. 👍

[@LS-kh6zf]

Excellent job)))))))) pls keep it up & thanks for pointing about the cross contamination issue & hope whoever is watching learns & follow)))

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for watching and I appreciate you.🙏🙏🙏

[@denisemarie6131]

I just finally purchased a feather duster for my home. I have a microfiber duster. And a lambswool duster. I have no excuse for dust in my house!!! 😄

[@galamander_1327]

I adore feather dusters for very delicate objects like intricately carved desks or cuckoo clocks. They can be very gently immersion washed too, when they get dingey.

[@sharlyt3557]

I love my feather duster. I always put powder on after my shower (or as my husband says "a cloud of powder" 😆) and we have very dark paint on our walls so the powder kinda shows on the walls after a day or so 🙃. I even house my feather duster on a nail behind our bedroom door. (I put a small red dot with my nail polish on one side so I can keep track of which side to hang it back up on for next time. I can't stand uneven wear on soft products/tools. For even wear of the feathers since I only dust the walls every few days, if the dot is showing to the front, I'll hang up it so that the dot is facing the wall next time.)

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Denise Marie there you go. It sounds as if you are outfitted with all the right tools. 👍

[@denisemarie6131]

@@galamander_1327 I plan to keep my ostrich feather duster with my other dusters and vacuum. I read that feather dusters should not be stored in dark places because mites, I think, will eat up the feathers. Ever hear of this? How do you you store your feather duster? My Mom used to keep it in a closet and I don't recall any feathers being chewed up. I have seen rooster feather dusters, which are very pretty, but don't think they pick up duster like an ostrich feather. I sleep on goose, clean with ostrich and lamb, have cats, and my spouse and I can get bullheaded. My house is a zoo! Thank you!

[@galamander_1327]

@@denisemarie6131 LOL! I have a turkey and an ostrich feather duster. The turkey and chicken feather dusters don't collect dust quite like the ostrich feather, but they're good at dislodging it gently. I have mine hung up next to other tools I use frequently in the laundry room, not in a dark corner. The essential oils or fresh leaves/ flowers/ resin from some plants do a good job of repelling moths and mites. Among those are camphor, lavender, cedar, juniper, and patchouli. I have some mesh bags of cedar and lavender hanging nearby.

[@anitajones7090]

My question was on Ostrich dusters, but I think you just answered my question. Great video, and excellent advise. I hope Swifter is giving you a commission. 😉

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yay! Glad it was helpful! No commission yet, lol😜

[@twinsfromaustin]

I love your videos.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it! 😊

[@winsomeam4168]

Thank you for your informative vids. Have you talked about cleaning of the stove vent filters?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I don't remember. Do you have a specific question I can answer?👍

[@winsomeam4168]

@@AskAngelaBrown we do a lot of stovetop cooking and accumulate a lot of grease on the vent filters, I usually soak it in a degreaser solution and clean it with a brush. Any suggestions? Thank you!

[@lizm4557]

I don't understand what my problem is but I use brand name Swifter Dusters and it just is swishing dust around more than actually picking up the dust. Even when new!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Huh! I wonder what is happening there. I don't have any experience with the swishing dust around and not picking it up. Is there something else going on like a construction clean where there is an inordinate amount of dust? Or, another reason why the duster isn't picking it up? I'm as perplexed as I am intrigued. 🤔

[@Stacy_SJA]

Honestly, nothing beats the swiffer 360. I use the washable ones for under/the side of furniture… And the dollar tree circle spikey one for popcorn ceiling

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That's great! And thanks for sharing your dollar tree find!

[@luckybarrel7829]

There's a huge difference in the stock video you showed of that pretty lady cleaning with a duster versus you cleaning with the duster. I wanna see more of you cleaning so I understand what is the most efficient technique to use around the house. I feel like I clean for hours but achieve very ineffective cleaning. And then that weighs on me and makes me want to clean less.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no, what a sad feeling. I want you to love cleaning as much as I do. LOL. Thanks for watching and for your kind words of encouragement and support. :-)

[@chelseaoocandy]

One thing I hate about cleaning here in Hawaii is dust is WET. You can't just wipe it off, you have to wet wipe everything. It's like everything is covered in dust mud when you live by the ocean. 🙄

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, that’s interesting. But I’m sure it’s a small price to pay for living in a beautiful location.

[@deborahpetipas9365]

I really enjoy your videos. I need to hire a cleaner because of my health. I've slowed down & my house shows it. I'm not sure even how to start to find someone. Maybe you or your viewers can make suggestions. Thanks in advance!

[@sharlyt3557]

I'm timid about hiring too. I want to but I'm too paranoid to trust others in my home. Hope you find someone great! 😎

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out this video on how to find a house cleaner: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGm2gY2Glrd2ndE Keep me posted on how things go. 👍

[@kimberlindy]

@@sharlyt3557 yeah my last company took an SOS pad to my stainless steel topped range leaving scratches, used toilet bowl cleaner in my kitchen sink, and used my bottle cleaning sponge to clean the sink drain so I'm really gunshy to get someone else in here! There was no reason for any of that, they had been cleaning my house every 2 weeks for months and my sink and range were barely dirty.

[@dawnmichelle4403]

​@@kimberlindy😱

[@nataliaspinelli9747]

More advice for homeowners please

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate your suggestion! 😊

[@ajc5869]

I really only like to dust with a vacuum, a nice canister vac with a horsehair brush truly removed the dust and is much more efficient for me.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You do what works best for you. Thanks for sharing!

[@ilovejesuschrist208]

Even if it's only bring used in one house when you go from one object to the next or room to room you are cross contaminating within the same home.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is correct. Most homes do have "common" germs as the air circulates through the house with central heat and air, and when people move about from room to room, they carry living room germs into the hallways, bathrooms and bedrooms. That is not so much a concern. The key is to isolate the living spaces so "what happens at the Barnum house, stays at the Barnum house." 👍

[@lisayerace6117]

I learned about the knock off Swiffer heads…. TERRIBLE>.. NO trap and lock, FOR SURE! Dust was going EVERYWHERE in my home. Threw the NEW box OUT! Bought Swiffer. Perfect! Do the washable ones trap dust, I wonder?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Washable ones don’t have the same technology but do hold dust.

[@Joani161]

I worked a short time for a maid service that was disgusted their with cross comtaminating using same cloth and mop 🤢from bathroom to kitchen. Maybe the opposite would be less disgusting.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow....cross contaminating is a big no no. I hope that they are not doing that anymore. Glad you know better. Thanks for watching!

[@user-ei8rb7sj6c]

Hi Angela, I love swiffers. What are some products you’d recommend for polishing furniture with wood that needs to be kept moisturized and polished to a shine? Thanks for all your great advice!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

To keep your wood furniture moisturized and polished to a shine, there are several recommended products you can use. A high-quality furniture polish designed specifically for wood surfaces is a great option, as it contains nourishing oils or waxes that can moisturize the wood and enhance its natural beauty. Another option is beeswax polish, which can provide a protective layer and help restore the natural oils of the wood. Citrus-based oils like lemon oil or orange oil also work well for moisturizing and polishing wood. Alternatively, you can create a DIY wood polish using equal parts white vinegar and olive oil. Remember to test any new product or DIY mixture on a small area first, and always dust and clean the furniture before applying polish to maintain its condition and shine. Hope this helps. And thank you so much for watching the video and for your feedback, I appreciate it!

[@user-ei8rb7sj6c]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you!

[@missheju169]

Thumbs up

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. It's great to have you here.

[@KiahSilverdew]

When you have washable dusters that can be machine washed Do Not use fabric softener because it with remove the static that helps attract and keep the dust on the duster. Also put them in the dryer if they are dryer safe to add the static clean. And Do Not use dryer sheets. If you want them to be super soft use 1 cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle - it will make any fabric soft and it doesn't smell like vinegar.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tips. Thank you very much for adding this to the conversation. I appreciate you. :-)

[@CarmemSouzaUSA2011]

I make my costumers get their own kit the long and small wand so I use it only for their house that's it

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That's great! One less cleaning item that you have to travel with and carry. Great example of working smart and not harder. Thanks for sharing!

[@David-gp3fd]

Was hoping you'd say this. It's so lightweight and quick to move around too

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hahaha...I think that's a given. Thanks for watching!😊

[@maxgalves9017]

Hi Angela! How do i dust my picture frames?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your question! You can dust picture frames using a soft, dry microfiber cloth or a soft-bristled brush to gently remove any dust without damaging the frame or the picture. Happy cleaning!😊

[@Senseshouldbesocommon]

The feather duster is the one that goes best with my French Maid costume. 🙂

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Lol!

[@crystaldawn2736]

I wish I could shadow you for a day while you’re cleaning. I would love to learn from you 💜💜💜

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Aww, that is so nice of you thanks, I'm very flattered! Maybe one day I can make this happen, but who knows when that will be? But it would be somthing nice to do.

[@Elif-rh7rf]

Need to wed cleaning after dusting? Thanks.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasanie]

I have the swifter my problem is it’s always falling out of the stick I am putting it right Idk 😂

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hmmm...that is so strange. Try it again, maybe you got a defective one.

[@jackennis9533]

Is the swiffer duster good for getting cobwebs?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I think so. You can get the one with the extendable handle, so you can reach better if needed. Check it out here: amzn.to/45vApUI Thanks! 🙂

[@chantalle7340]

The Hoarding World link is taking me to a site that sells plants.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your inquiry! No need to worry as we're currently working on refreshing our websites. It might take some time, but the results will be awesome😊

[@frenchpalo7636]

Hello Angela ...can you recommend a great vacuum cleaner? lots of human hair so no brush preferably. thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If you have a lot of human hair to clean up, you may want to consider a vacuum cleaner with a motorized tool or a suction-only canister vacuum that does not have a brush roll. Some popular options include the Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute, Shark Rocket Corded Hand Vac, and Miele Compact C2 Electro+. These models have strong suction power and attachments that can easily pick up hair from carpets, upholstery, and hard floors. It's important to choose a vacuum with a HEPA filter to capture pet dander, allergens, and dust. Be sure to compare features, warranties, and reviews before making a purchase.

[@petergriffinson1907]

Is a regular swiffer sweeper dry better for small room floors or are those microfiber cloth attached to a broomstick the same? I like the idea of reusing the microfiber clothes but idk if they pick up dust and stuff better then a swiffer dry sheet. If the reusable, which brand do you recommend?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Both sound like they’d do the job. Swiffer is known for the trap and lock technology so it might hold the dust better.

[@petergriffinson1907]

@@AskAngelaBrown thanks angela

[@janethunt4037]

I'm not a professional cleaner, but I'm working on improving my skills and want to work smarter, not harder. How would you compare the swiffer duster 360 to the 180? Is there a reason to go with the 360 instead of the 180? TIA for your answer.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Both are great! The 360 has fibers all around so they can trap more dust. 👍

[@janethunt4037]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you!

[@silvamarge5257]

I like your uniform, where can I buy it ?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You can find it here: www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown Scroll down to Best House Cleaning Uniforms, hope your find something you like.

[@annesummers09]

I have a different type of duster. It is long and -i don't know how to describe- its very fluffy and bouncy' It usually has a static charge, but I washed it and now it's not the same. Has no charge. How can I add the static charge back to it?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It sounds like an electrostatic duster (does it look like this: amzn.to/3mPV0SM - paid link) if yes, it will never return to it's fuzzy/fluffy self after washing. It's best to just buy a new one.

[@roadtriptovegas]

I rub mine back and forth on my comforter after hand washing and air drying.

[@giorgiotribastone7070]

I've had my LLC 8 months and so far I've got no where but wasting my time and money I can't get anyone to hire me.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

How many sales calls (or walkthroughs) have you been on this week?

[@shellyortiz1977]

Just curies how to do please someone that has a high ocd I went to clean a house and the house was immaculate u can see reflection but I cleaned and I don't think the lady was happy I just couldn't satisfy her how do you deal with people that have a high OCD

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Did the client say she wasn’t happy?

[@shellyortiz1977]

@@AskAngelaBrown I heard her telling the husband u should see how they clean .I clean to the best I could but then she would find something and say did u clean hear I think she has a ocd that no one can top what she wants .

[@roadtriptovegas]

I once had a client that continually swore that I left lint on her bathroom mirrors. I had to make a couple of return trips to wipe off the lint. One day, when I finished, she offered me a beverage. While I sat at her dining room table, I watched her grab fresh towels, take them into the bathroom, shake them out to fluff them, then hang them on the rods. That solved the lint mystery. Thank God I am good at diplomatically resolving client caused issues. We came up with a plan that she would replace the towels before I wiped down the mirrors and fixtures.