{"id":54666,"date":"2022-03-21T15:07:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-21T09:37:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/?p=54666"},"modified":"2026-04-03T17:45:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T12:15:33","slug":"vastu-tips-for-broom-vastuart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/vastu-tips-for-broom-vastuart","title":{"rendered":"Broom Vastu Tips: Where to Keep a Broom at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><em>A simple, modern guide to broom placement as per Vastu Shastra<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Most of us think of a broom as just a cleaning tool. But in Vastu Shastra, it is much more than that. According to ancient belief, Goddess Lakshmi herself used a broom to clean before entering a home. This is why the broom holds a special place in Indian households, and why how you store it actually matters.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You do not need to follow every Vastu rule perfectly. But a few simple habits around your broom can make a real difference in keeping your home&#8217;s energy clean and positive. Here is everything you need to know, explained simply for modern homes in 2026.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\r\n<h2>Table of contents<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-why-does-broom-placement-matter-in-vastu\" data-level=\"2\">Why does broom placement matter in Vastu?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-where-should-you-keep-the-broom-at-home\" data-level=\"2\">Where should you keep the broom at home?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-to-store-your-broom-the-right-way\" data-level=\"2\">How to store your broom the right way<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-broom-vastu-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid\" data-level=\"2\">Broom Vastu: what to do and what to avoid<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-where-not-to-keep-the-broom\" data-level=\"2\">Where not to keep the broom<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-about-the-broom-at-night\" data-level=\"2\">What about the broom at night?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-can-you-keep-a-broom-on-the-balcony\" data-level=\"2\">Can you keep a broom on the balcony?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-when-should-you-buy-a-new-broom\" data-level=\"2\">When should you buy a new broom?<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-diwali-dhanteras\" data-level=\"3\">Diwali (Dhanteras)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-krishna-paksha-waning-moon\" data-level=\"3\">Krishna Paksha (waning moon)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-saturday\" data-level=\"3\">Saturday<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-a-few-more-things-worth-remembering\" data-level=\"2\">A few more things worth remembering<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-frequently-asked-questions-on-broom-vastu\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently asked questions on broom Vastu<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-why-does-broom-placement-matter-in-vastu\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does broom placement matter in Vastu?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A broom is seen as a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi. When you respect it, you are welcoming prosperity. When you carelessly throw it around or leave it in the wrong spot, Vastu says it can quietly drain the positive energy from your home.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>This is especially relevant today because many people are moving into new flats, compact 2 BHKs, or open-plan apartments where traditional Vastu advice does not always directly apply. This guide helps you adapt those old rules to where you actually live.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-where-should-you-keep-the-broom-at-home\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where should you keep the broom at home?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The southwest corner of your home is the best place to store a broom. This direction is associated with stability, grounding, and protection of wealth in Vastu. Think of it as the anchor point of your home&#8217;s energy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If your flat does not have a clear southwest corner, find the southwest section of your overall floor plan and place your broom storage there, whether that is a cabinet, a hook, or a utility drawer.<\/p>\r\n<p>Here is a quick look at which directions work and which ones to avoid:<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1085446 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/broom-placement-directions-as-per-vastu-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"broom placement directions as per vastu\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/broom-placement-directions-as-per-vastu-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/broom-placement-directions-as-per-vastu-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/broom-placement-directions-as-per-vastu-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/broom-placement-directions-as-per-vastu.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Direction Guide: Where to Keep and Where to Avoid<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><strong>Direction \/ Area<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><strong>Vastu Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><strong>Why<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Southwest<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Best spot<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Store broom here<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Northwest<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Acceptable<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Use if needed<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Southeast<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Acceptable<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>If hidden from view<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>South<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Neutral<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>No strong effect<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>West<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Neutral<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>No strong effect<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Northeast<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Strictly avoid<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Harms prosperity<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>North<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Avoid<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Not recommended<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>East<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Avoid<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Not recommended<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Kitchen area<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Never<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Affects health and food<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Bedroom<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Never<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Disturbs energy<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Main entrance<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Never<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Invites negativity<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-store-your-broom-the-right-way\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store your broom the right way<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Once you know where to keep it, the next question is how. Here are the key rules in plain language:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Keep it out of sight. The broom should not be visible from your living room, dining area, or main entrance. A closed cabinet or a curtained utility corner works perfectly.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Keep it lying down, not standing up. A standing broom invites financial instability according to Vastu. Rest it horizontally with the bristles facing upward.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Replace it when it wears out. A broken or frayed broom is considered inauspicious. Do not try to tape it or keep using it. Replace it promptly, ideally on a Saturday.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Keep separate brooms for different areas. Do not use the same broom for the kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Each area should have its own cleaning tool.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-broom-vastu-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broom Vastu: what to do and what to avoid<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>What to do<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 84.1546%;\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\"><strong>Do this<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p><strong>Reason<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Keep it lying flat (bristles up)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Symbolises readiness and positive energy<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Store it hidden from view<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Prevents negative gaze entering the home<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Keep separate brooms per area<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Stops cross-transfer of energy between rooms<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Replace worn brooms on Saturday<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Most auspicious day for broom replacement<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Buy a new broom on Diwali (Dhanteras)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Invites Goddess Lakshmi into the home<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"width: 46.4856%;\">\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ff00;\">Clean new home with a fresh broom first<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td style=\"width: 52.0767%;\">\r\n<p>Clears energy left by previous residents<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>What to avoid<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Avoid doing this<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><strong>Reason<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Stand the broom upright in a corner<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Linked to financial instability<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Keep it visible from living or dining area<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Allows negative energy to enter<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Use it in kitchen or near cooking area<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Affects food supply and family health<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Touch it with your feet<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Disrespects Goddess Lakshmi<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Keep a broken broom<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Considered inauspicious, replace immediately<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Sweep right after a guest leaves<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Believed to harm the departing person<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Sweep after sunset<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p>Sweeps away positive energy accumulated in the day<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-where-not-to-keep-the-broom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where not to keep the broom<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are a few places where you should never store a broom, no matter how convenient it seems.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em>The kitchen is a clear no. Keeping a broom near where you cook or store food is believed to reduce the supply of food grains in the home and affect family health. If you have an open kitchen layout, make sure the broom is tucked away behind a door or in a separate utility zone.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em>The bedroom is also off limits. A broom in the bedroom disturbs the energy of the space and can affect sleep and relationships.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em>The main entrance is a big no. A broom visible at the front door symbolises welcoming negative energy into the home.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em>The terrace or rooftop should also be avoided. Keeping a broom on the roof is associated with the outflow of money and is believed to invite theft.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-what-about-the-broom-at-night\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What about the broom at night?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Traditional Vastu says the broom should be kept outside the house at night, lying flat near the main gate. This is believed to protect the home while the family sleeps.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For flat or apartment dwellers in 2026, this is usually not possible. A practical alternative is to store the broom in a covered utility area in the southwest section of your flat, lying flat and hidden from view, before you go to sleep. That is enough to maintain the spirit of the practice.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-can-you-keep-a-broom-on-the-balcony\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you keep a broom on the balcony?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Not ideally. The balcony exposes the broom to dust, rain, and public view, all of which work against Vastu principles. If your only storage option is the balcony, keep the broom inside a closed cabinet or storage box there, and make sure it is not visible from the street or from neighbouring flats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-when-should-you-buy-a-new-broom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When should you buy a new broom?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Timing matters in Vastu, and this applies to purchasing a broom too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-diwali-dhanteras\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diwali (Dhanteras)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Buying a new broom on Dhanteras or Diwali is considered highly auspicious. This tradition is widely practised across India and is believed to invite Goddess Lakshmi into the home for the year ahead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-krishna-paksha-waning-moon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Krishna Paksha (waning moon)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The fortnight of the waning moon, known as Krishna Paksha, is also considered a good time. This phase is associated with the removal of negativity, which aligns naturally with the broom&#8217;s role.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-saturday\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saturday<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Saturday is the best day of the week to replace an old broom. If your broom has worn out and you are ready to get a new one, Saturday is your day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><em>Avoid buying brooms during Pitru Paksha and on major auspicious ceremony days. These are traditionally seen as unfavourable times for purchases of this nature.<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-a-few-more-things-worth-remembering\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A few more things worth remembering<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Do not sweep immediately after someone leaves your home. Wait at least an hour. Sweeping right after a guest or family member exits is believed to have a negative energetic impact on the person who just left.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Avoid sweeping after sunset. If you need to clean at night, wet mopping is a better option.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Never touch the broom with your feet. Even accidental contact is considered disrespectful toward Goddess Lakshmi and is associated with financial setbacks.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>When you move to a new home, always clean it first with a brand new broom before bringing in any furniture or belongings.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-on-broom-vastu\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions on broom Vastu<\/h2>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Where should the broom be kept as per Vastu?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The southwest corner of the home is the ideal spot. Keep it in a closed cabinet or utility area, lying flat with bristles facing upward.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Should the broom stand upright or lie flat?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Always flat. A standing broom is considered a Vastu defect linked to financial losses.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Can I keep the broom in the kitchen?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>No. The kitchen is off limits. Keep the broom in a separate utility area even in open-plan layouts.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>What is the best day to replace a broom?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Saturday is the best day. Dhanteras during Diwali is the most auspicious occasion for buying a new one.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Can I keep a broom in a closed cabinet near the entrance?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>No. The entrance area should be free of brooms entirely. 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