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Old timer told me to always use a steel brush on clay flues, I ignored him for years
A guy named Frank, been sweeping since the 70s, swore that nylon brushes just smear soot on clay tiles. I kept using my nylon one because it was cheaper, but after three stuck sweeps in a row last winter I finally caved and bought a steel brush from Grainger for $45. First clay flue I did with it came out spotless in half the time, no residue left behind. Anyone else find that certain brush materials really do matter more than you think?
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jennifersmith3d ago
Did you notice any difference in how the steel brush handled the corners?
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patkelly2d ago
Actually been wondering that myself. The steel bristles seem to dig into the corners way better than nylon ever did. Noticed a huge difference on the first clay flue I hit, even the tight spots came clean.
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