WE MAKE
WHAT WE LOVE
All of our work has been handcrafted with the same care and pride that past generations of craftsman exhibited in their creations.
Broom Maker/OwnerMATT SNYDER
ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
There are six fundamental steps to the intricate broom making process. Every one of them requiring a vast amount of time and detail.
01. Broom Corn Dyeing
Dyeing our 100% natural broomcorn is the most tedious and messy step of broom making but it’s what makes a Snyder broom stand out.
02. Hand Turning
We use a lathe to hand carve the finest handles. Every one of them is unique and one of a kind.
03. Winding Broom Corn
Every broom’s bristles is winded on by our 19th century broom machine. People say, “They don’t make them like they used to”, but we actually do!
04. Sewing
On to another antique device , our stitching press: Patented 1888, this machine clamps the broom into place while we hand sew with Irish linen and hemp.
05. Trimming
Trimming the broom is vital to how the broom sweeps, creating an even sweep that will last.
06. Sanding
Our brooms get a little marred up from our antique machines. A finish sanding prepares them for the next step.
07. Painting / Sealing / Signing
For the final step we paint and seal with Odies Oil. This oil contains no toxic solvents, driers or hardeners and brings out the true beauty in the wood while protecting it. Years down the road if needed re apply Odies Oil or any other wood oil to areas that become dry then buff off.
08. Hanging up and Care
Hang your broom up after use to preserve the bristles and prevent them from bending. Keep broom away from excessive heat or moisture, alternate sides when sweeping and keep contact with water below the stitching.