Pühkimisvahend

Pühkimisvahend is a general term in Estonian referring to a tool or substance used for cleaning and tidying a surface, typically by sweeping or wiping away dust, dirt, or debris. The most common interpretation of pühkimisvahend is a broom, a cleaning implement consisting of naturally occurring materials or synthetic fibers attached to a handle, used to sweep floors. These can vary in stiffness and material, with outdoor brooms often being stiffer and made of twigs or coarse fibers, while indoor brooms are typically softer and made of straw or synthetic bristles.

Beyond brooms, the term can also encompass other related cleaning tools. This might include dustpans, used in conjunction with brooms to collect swept-up material. In a broader sense, pühkimisvahend could also refer to certain types of mops or cleaning cloths that are used to wipe surfaces and remove fine particles. When referring to cleaning solutions, a "cleaning agent" or "detergent" is usually specified with a more precise term, but in some contexts, a liquid or spray used to aid in the cleaning process might be loosely categorized under the umbrella of pühkimisvahend if its primary function is to facilitate the removal of dirt through wiping or sweeping. The specific type of pühkimisvahend used depends on the surface being cleaned and the nature of the dirt to be removed.