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Dusting is one of those annoying household chores that seems neverending but needs to be kept on top of to maintain a clean and tidy home. If a family member has allergies too, it's even more important. As with most cleaning tools, choosing the right duster can make the job much quicker and easier, leaving you with more time to spend doing something enjoyable.
If you’re on the hunt for your next must-have accessory for home cleaning, stay tuned. We’ve scouted out the best feather dusters, the best microfibre dusters for shutters and blinds and the best extendable dusters from trusty brands like OXO Good Grips, Leifheit and Mr Siga. You never know, you might even end up enjoying your next dusting session!
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When choosing the right duster for the job, there are a few different areas to think about before making the decision to buy. In this section, we will take a look at types, materials and extra features, so let’s jump right in and take a look.
There are many different types of duster available nowadays, and which one you choose depends on the job in hand and how you plan on using it. Below, we'll go over the main options available so you can decide which one would be best for you. That said, picking up one of each means you'll be prepared for anything!
When we think of dusters, we automatically think of fancy feather dusters used to banish dirt from furniture and belongings. Feathers are remarkably effective at flicking away dust, as they have a light touch on delicate items but at the same time are very efficient.
However, the downside of feather dusters is that they can be pricier and aren’t as easy to keep clean as most synthetic options. Some people are also allergic to feathers, so you should be aware of this before committing to buy.
Microfibre is structured to work deep into nooks and crannies to pick up dust, dander and moisture with no need for spray or polish. Microfibre dusters are suitable for both delicate and tougher cleanup jobs as well as both wet and dry cleaning. They also last very well even after multiple uses and washes.
Owing to the versatility of the material, microfibre dusters can take many different forms. The most common ones you will see are cloths, fluffy heads that mimic feather or wool and heads that have a large surface area with long, thick and super absorbent strands.
The cons of microfibre are that washing them with fabric conditioner or any cleaning products other than detergent can cause the cloth to lose its dust-clinging ability and make it much less effective. Microfibre can only be washed at lower temperatures, so you may need to put your dusters on a cooler wash separately from your other cleaning materials.
Many people forget that cornices or decorative moulding, light fittings, the tops of bookshelves and hanging mirrors and pictures can be the perfect place for dust to settle and collect. These are often neglected areas of cleaning, but they can look unsightly and also affect any allergy sufferers in the household.
The solution to this is simple – look for a duster with an extendable handle that you can adjust to a length appropriate for you and the item you are cleaning. This makes reaching higher areas so much less effort and will make keeping your home dust-free much less of a challenge.
Half the struggle of dusting is stretching and reaching in behind items of furniture and when cleaning items that are higher up. Bending and flexing to get into all areas both high and low can be a real strain on your back and arms and could lead to sprains and falls if you’re not careful.
This is why some dusters – especially ones with extending handles – have flexible heads that allow you to bend and angle them just the right way to get into the area you’re looking to clean. Teamed with an adjustable handle, you can banish the dust with much less strain on your part.
It's inevitable that dusters will very quickly get grubby, and using a dirty duster is fairly pointless as you’re simply spreading dirt and dust rather than removing it. You should therefore pay close attention to how to keep your duster clean in order to avoid this.
This very much depends on what the duster is made out of, but the best option is a duster that is either washable by hand or able to be put in the machine. Check the instructions to see which method applies to your chosen product so you can have a fresh duster every time you clean.
MR.SIGA's ultra-soft and highly absorbent microfibre cleaning cloths capture even fine dust that cannot be seen with the naked eye, making them perfect for just about anything and allergy-friendly too. With high-quality stitching including reinforced edges that won't unravel, they're durable and made to last wash after wash.
They come in a fantastic value pack of 12 cloths, and we love that they can also be used as dishcloths and cleaning cloths elsewhere in your home. They are lint-free so they won't shed their fibres, and they come out of the wash like new. A fantastic buy!
Popular cleaning brand E-Cloth have designed these cloths to remove dust, pollen, cobwebs and other debris from nearly every surface. The cloths have two sides for specific uses – one has extra-long polyester fibres to trap debris and the other has a tight weave for cleaning when the cloth is damp.
E-Cloths also come with a 3-year or 300-wash guarantee so you can be sure you're buying a product that is built to last. The twin pack is handy as you can always have a cloth spare for particularly tough jobs, and they leave a gleaming streak-free shine on every surface.
OXO's sturdy, steel, twist-and-lock pole features a soft non-slip handle and extends to 8 ft with a simple twist. The three dusters tackle different areas of your home, and the quick-connect system makes changing heads a breeze. The pole collapses to 3 ft for easy storage, and all the heads are machine washable.
This is a fantastic set that has the tools to tackle nearly every cleaning job you may come across in your home and beyond. When all put together it is lightweight yet very strong, and the 8 ft length when fully extended gives amazing reach and versatility.
OXO's light and fluffy microfibre head is ideal for dusting picture frames, ornaments and other delicate items that need a bit more care. Its fine strands trap and hold dust so it's not being moved around, and the head comes off easily so it can be popped into the washing machine for thorough cleaning.
This duster is tricky to manoeuvre around your smaller items without picking them up as the fibres can snag, but with some practice, this duster works very well. It picks up every speck of dust first time, and we love that you can put it in the machine when you're done cleaning.
Leiftheit's microfibre duster is anti-static and uses its tight fibres to absorb and hold onto dust, so you actually pick up the dirt rather than just moving it around your home. Its extra-large head allows you to clean large surfaces with ease, and its handle is compatible with Leifheit Click-System telescopic handles to give it extra reach.
It is especially effective at removing dust from surfaces like glass shelves where static is an issue. However, while the head of this duster is great for cleaning larger areas, this does mean it is too bulky for cleaning smaller, more intricate items. You could always pick up a smaller tool in addition, though.
This set features two duster heads for tackling both delicate and standard dusting tasks as well as a telescopic handle to put everything in easy reach. The dense bristles get deep into the gaps to remove dust, dirt and cobwebs, but they are soft enough to clean without scratching any of your treasured belongings.
Once again, despite this option being promoted as lightweight, it is on the heavier side. But if this isn't an issue for you, then this is a very useful tool that is hard-wearing and allows you to clean all areas whether they be high or low.
These clothes by Bloomhua have a wide range of uses making them a great buy for all over your home. From dusting and polishing to cleaning glass and mopping up spills, they do it all! Their fish scale texture promises to be strong while not leaving any marks, and they can be simply thrown in the washer when you're done.
The size of these cloths is smaller than we would prefer, hence why we've marked them down in our listing, but they are very effective and massively versatile. They clean nearly every surface with ease and leave a wonderful shine behind with no elbow grease.
This is a complete duster system in one, comprising of a handheld duster, an extendable handle and a nifty tool for cleaning blinds and shutters. The long microfibres on the head clean with virtually no effort, and the flexible head allows you to get into all those hard-to-reach areas with ease.
The manufacturer describes this duster as being lightweight, but it is actually a bit heavier than several users expected. If you need something lighter, you should bear this in mind. But even accounting for this, we really like that you are able to clean most things in your home with just one affordable tool.
The soft ostrich feathers in this premium duster are perfect for dusting delicate ornaments and other fragile items. Ostrich feathers are known for their ability to give a thorough but gentle clean, as their small fibres latch onto dust easily. With this option, you can also rest assured that the feathers have been ethically sourced.
While this is a truly excellent duster, it is quite strong smelling so it will need airing out before you can use it. But aside from this, it really is amazing how well the feathers hold on to the dust. And while you can't wash this one, all it takes is for you to twirl the handle between your hands and the dust falls right off.
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That brings our listing of recommended dusters to a close. Whether you went for a cloth, a long-reach duster or a selection of each, we hope that you found it useful and that our recommendations were a clean sweep in terms of how many you'd like to buy!
Author: Catherine Torrance
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