Different Types of Wooden Broom Handles and Mop Sticks
Blog 2026-07-23
Buyer’s Guide: How to Choose Qualified Eucalyptus Made different types of mop stick
Nowadays, the market is flooded with various wooden mop and broom handles. Many are made of mixed inferior wood that cracks and deforms easily, making it tough for buyers to pick reliable products. Eucalyptus wood stands out as the mainstream commercial material globally for different types of broom handles, and it is the top choice for overseas supermarkets and branded manufacturers. With over a decade of experience producing eucalyptus handles, we serve cleaning tool factories and wholesale distributors across the globe. We have witnessed numerous cases where importers suffered moldy goods and returned shipments due to low-grade mixed wood and excessive moisture content. Below, we will walk you through how to select premium eucalyptus made types of mop stick.
As stated in the official global report on wooden cleaning tool handles from MarketPublishers, eucalyptus hardwood is the preferred material for commercial different types of mop stick and broom handles. It features low moisture content, excellent crack resistance and superior mold-proof performance for ocean shipping. Excess moisture and severe wood defects are the leading causes of export failures for low-quality handles, while qualified eucalyptus handles fully meet international wholesale standards. From our production experience, eucalyptus boasts high density and hardness, great deformation resistance, strong adaptability to cross-border shipping and temperature & humidity changes, and it can withstand repeated polishing and painting. We have summarized five core criteria to judge qualified eucalyptus types of mopping stick:
- The moisture content shall be controlled between 12% and 18%, which fluctuates slightly with seasons.
- The bending rate of wooden sticks shall be kept at 2% to 2.5%, with the maximum camber no more than 2.4mm.
- The surface shall be polished at least twice to ensure a smooth and burr-free touch.
- Knot regulations: Scattered sound knots are allowed with a single knot diameter ≤ 6mm. Dead knots, decayed knots and knot holes are strictly prohibited.
Main Classification: Premium Eucalyptus Made different types of mop stick
According to customs data platform Volza, eucalyptus handles rank first in export volume among all wooden cleaning handles in global cross-border wholesale trade. Given this, we will classify the mainstream eucalyptus made different types of broom handles and types of mop stick based on our large-volume export orders. We divide these products into four major categories: natural wooden broom stick, PVC coated wooden broom stick, varnished wooden broom stick and wooden tool handles.
1. Natural Wooden Broom Stick
Natural wooden broom stick raw eucalyptus materials go through fumigation, straightening and 2 to 3 rounds of polishing to make natural wooden broom stick. The surface is flat and pit-free without sharp edges. This product features solid structure for long-term use. Its moderately rough surface delivers good anti-slip performance for easy operation, and the material stays stable under diverse environments. Both ends can be customized professionally. One end can be processed with various threads including Italian, Greek, American and French threads, or simply cut flat or rounded. The other end can be fitted with custom plastic cap, such as 4.5cm black plastic cap and 7cm plastic cap. All plastic caps are available in customized colors and shapes, and flat/round end cutting is also acceptable. It is the most cost-effective option among all types of mopping stick.
2. PVC Coated Wooden Broom Stick
PVC coated wooden broom stick is further processed on the basis of natural wooden broom stick via automatic PVC wrapping machines. We offer customized PVC films in various styles and colors, including wood grain, sunflower pattern and solid colors. All colors matching Pantone color cards are available. Like other different types of mop stick, both ends support deep processing: custom threads (Italian, Greek, American, French etc.) on one end, and assorted customized plastic caps on the other end. This product is priced at a medium level.
3. Varnished Wooden Broom Stick
Varnished wooden broom stick is finished on natural wooden broom stick with electrostatic spraying or roller coating technology. Three layers of paint are applied: one prime coat and two top coats. The finished product boasts glossy surface, excellent wear resistance, waterproof, sun-proof and moisture-proof properties. It effectively prevents wood from corrosion, blackening and oxidation, extending service life greatly. With superior quality, it is highly favored by branded household product suppliers and ranks as the high-end choice among different types of broom handles, with a relatively higher price.
4. Wooden Tool Handles
Also processed from natural wooden broom stick, wooden tool handles are made with larger diameter and longer length. They belong to wood used for tool handles, and are widely applied to garden tools such as wooden shovel handles, sled handles, axe handles and pickaxe handles. Custom processing is available for both ends: one end can be sharpened, flat-cut or threaded; the other end can be made into round head, flat head or oval head.
Size & Specification Guide for different types of mop stick & Eucalyptus Broom Handles
According to China’s forestry industry standard LY/T 3035‑2018 Turning Tool Handles (Including Cleaning Tool Handles), cleaning tool handles shall meet the following requirements: diameter ≥ 20mm with tolerance ±0.5mm, moisture content between 12% and 20%, and bending strength ≥ 35MPa. Based on our years of export experience, we support custom length from 10cm to 180cm and custom diameter from 1.5cm to 5.0cm for all types of mop stick and broom handles. Below are standard specifications for each series:
1. Natural Wooden Broom Stick
- 110 x 2.2cm, 235g | 20GP: 50,000 pcs | 40HQ: 120,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.2cm, 265g | 20GP: 46,000 pcs | 40HQ: 105,000 pcs
- 110 x 2.5cm, 275g | 20GP: 43,000 pcs | 40HQ: 89,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.5cm, 345g | 20GP: 33,000 pcs | 40HQ: 81,000 pcs
- 150 x 2.5cm, 475g | 20GP: 26,000 pcs | 40HQ: 61,000 pcs
- Packing: 48 or 50 pcs per bag
| Size (cm) | Weight（gram） | Packing/bag (pcs) | 1 x 20GP (pcs) | 1 x 40HQ (pcs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 x 2.2 cm | 235 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 50000 pcs | 120000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.2 cm | 265 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 46000 pcs | 105000 pcs |
| 110 x 2.5 cm | 275 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 43000 pcs | 89000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.5 cm | 345 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 33000 pcs | 81000 pcs |
| 150 x 2.5 cm | 475 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 26000 pcs | 61000 pcs |
2. PVC Coated Wooden Broom Stick
- 110 x 2.2cm, 240g | 20GP: 50,000 pcs | 40HQ: 120,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.2cm, 270g | 20GP: 45,000 pcs | 40HQ: 105,000 pcs
- 110 x 2.5cm, 280g | 20GP: 43,000 pcs | 40HQ: 88,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.5cm, 350g | 20GP: 33,000 pcs | 40HQ: 80,000 pcs
- 150 x 2.5cm, 480g | 20GP: 26,000 pcs | 40HQ: 61,000 pcs
- Packing: 48 or 50 pcs per bag
| Size (cm) | Weight（gram） | Packing/bag (pcs) | 1 x 20GP (pcs) | 1 x 40HQ (pcs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 x 2.2 cm | 240 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 50000 pcs | 120000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.2 cm | 270 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 45000 pcs | 105000 pcs |
| 110 x 2.5 cm | 280 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 43000 pcs | 88000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.5 cm | 350 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 33000 pcs | 80000 pcs |
| 150 x 2.5 cm | 480 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 26000 pcs | 61000 pcs |
3. Varnished Wooden Broom Stick
- 110 x 2.2cm, 235g | 20GP: 50,000 pcs | 40HQ: 120,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.2cm, 265g | 20GP: 46,000 pcs | 40HQ: 105,000 pcs
- 110 x 2.5cm, 275g | 20GP: 43,000 pcs | 40HQ: 89,000 pcs
- 120 x 2.5cm, 350g | 20GP: 33,000 pcs | 40HQ: 81,000 pcs
- 150 x 2.5cm, 475g | 20GP: 26,000 pcs | 40HQ: 61,000 pcs
- Packing: 48 or 50 pcs per bag
| Size (cm) | Weight（gram） | Packing/bag (pcs) | 1 x 20GP (pcs) | 1 x 40HQ (pcs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 x 2.2 cm | 235 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 50000 pcs | 120000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.2 cm | 265 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 46000 pcs | 105000 pcs |
| 110 x 2.5 cm | 275 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 43000 pcs | 89000 pcs |
| 120 x 2.5 cm | 350 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 33000 pcs | 81000 pcs |
| 150 x 2.5 cm | 475 g | 48 or 50 pcs/bag | 26000 pcs | 61000 pcs |
4. Wooden Tool Handles (Wooden Shovel Handle)
- 120 x 2.8cm, 400g | 20GP: 26,000 pcs | 40HQ: 61,000 pcs
- 120 x 3.6cm, 700g | 20GP: 18,000 pcs | 40HQ: 407,000 pcs
- 130 x 3.6cm, 800g | 20GP: 16,600 pcs | 40HQ: 356,000 pcs
- 150 x 2.8cm, 550g | 20GP: 15,000 pcs | 40HQ: 32,000 pcs
- 150 x 3.6cm, 850g | 20GP: 13,000 pcs | 40HQ: 30,000 pcs
- Packing: 12 / 25 / 30 pcs per bag
| Size (cm) | Weight（gram） | Packing/bag (pcs) | 1 x 20GP (pcs) | 1 x 40HQ (pcs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 x 2.8 cm | 400 g | 25 or 30 pcs/bag | 26000 pcs | 61000 pcs |
| 120 x 3.6 cm | 700 g | 12 or 25 pcs/bag | 18000 pcs | 40700 pcs |
| 130 x 3.6 cm | 800 g | 12 or 25 pcs/bag | 16600 pcs | 35600 pcs |
| 150 x 2.8 cm | 550 g | 12 or 25 pcs/bag | 15000 pcs | 32000 pcs |
| 150 x 3.6 cm | 850 g | 12 or 25 pcs/bag | 13000 pcs | 30000 pcs |
Shipping & Bulk Order Solution for Importing types of mopping stick
As analyzed by authoritative market research QYResearch, the global eucalyptus market reached 227.75 billion RMB in 2025 and maintains steady growth, ensuring stable raw material supply for handle manufacturers. China is the core export base of eucalyptus cleaning handles worldwide, with strong capabilities for full container load (FCL) shipments to serve global importers and distributors. As an experienced wood tool handle manufacturer, we export around 260 full containers of wooden handles annually and are fully familiar with customs clearance and wooden packaging quarantine regulations of different countries. Below is our professional logistics and bulk order solution for different types of mop stick and broom handles.
Professional loading skills are required for full container shipments of broom stick wooden. We can arrange containers to our factory for loading, or transport packed goods to port warehouses for container stuffing. Given the large quantity of goods, we load products piece by piece instead of stacking whole bundles directly to maximize container space. The maximum loading weight of a 40HQ container shall not exceed 28.5 tons.
For moisture-proof packaging: Place 15 to 20 desiccant bags inside the container before loading. Desiccants are unnecessary for voyages lasting 5 to 25 days. For shipments over 25 days, desiccants are a must to prevent moisture condensation and mold growth on wooden goods caused by temperature changes during ocean transit.
Our daily production capacity reaches around 50,000 wooden handles, with 20 full containers shipped monthly. We have stable supply capacity for long-term bulk orders from large importers. We accept small trial orders starting from 10,000 pieces, FCL and LCL shipments. Standard sizes are always in stock, and we provide customized OEM & ODM services as well as personalized packaging. Our lead time is reliable: 7-10 days for standard products, 15-20 days for customized OEM & ODM orders. As reliable mop handles suppliers and mop handles manufacturer, we offer full compensation for defective goods, which can be deducted from your next order. Our professional after-sales team solves all your troubles.
Conclusion & Sample Request for different types of broom handles & types of mop stick
After reading this guide, you will have a clear understanding of the advantages, full categories, complete specifications and customization services of eucalyptus made different types of mop stick and different types of broom handles. We are a direct manufacturer of eucalyptus handles with no middlemen, fully understanding the procurement and customization demands of global buyers and wooden broom sticks manufacturers. For new buyers, we recommend placing trial orders first before large FCL purchases to minimize import risks. Feel free to contact us for free samples, customized solutions, quick quotations and factory video tours. We are always at your service!
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