Binding a Besom Broom — The Birch-Twig Broom on a Hazel Handle

Required Equipment

Equipment this kind of build typically needs — buy from any maker below.

• RecommendedDust Mask / Respirator·Full-Face Gas Mask (ABEK multi-gas cartridge)Dust MaskVenetian Mask Blank (Papier-Mache)Full-Face RespiratorRespirator Fit Test KitRespirator with Acid Gas Cartridge
• RecommendedSafety Glasses·Safety Sign (Caution/Warning)Splash-Proof Safety GogglesReflective Safety Vest Kit (DIY)Chemical Splash GogglesSafety Netting for RockfallSteel-Toed Safety Boots
• RecommendedWork Gloves·Boxing Gloves (Training)Leather Gauntlet GlovesCotton GlovesWelding GlovesHeavy-Duty GlovesLeather Work Gloves
• OptionalFire Extinguisher·ABC Fire ExtinguisherFire Extinguisher
• OptionalFirst Aid Kit·First Aid KitMountain First Aid Kit (Altitude)Workshop First Aid KitBow Release Aid

You can swap these in

Can't get one of the materials? Swap it for an equivalent — these work just as well.

• Instead of Water, try: Distilled Water (1 Liter)
• Instead of Knife, try: Gilder's KnifeBlunt Collection KnifeSharp Knife (faca)Small Trimming Knife
• Instead of Birch Brush, try: Pollination BrushSoft BrushScrub BrushSoft Bristle BrushArtist Brush Set
• Instead of Green Wood Poles (1-2m), try: Bamboo Poles
• Instead of Wooden Mallet, try: Rubber Mallet

Recommended for this build

Products makers often use with builds like this one.

Hand SawUsed together and in similar builds

Cloth (Straining)Frequently used with this build's materials

Sloyd Carving KnifeFrequently used with this build's materials

Binding RopeUsed together and in similar builds

Dowel RodUsed together and in similar builds

Beech LumberUsed together and in similar builds

HacksawFrequently used with this build's materials

Large Cooking PotFrequently used with this build's materials