THE BRUSH.
A brush with a plain back and handle. (Never use a whisk broom to brush clothes as it injures the fibre of the cloth.)
The brush is used to brush garments thoroughly before cleaning and is used in connection with the pressing of garments, to slap with the back the part pressed, thereby keeping the steam in, and making the cloth sweat. The face to brush the nap of cloth, thereby refreshing the garment, making it look like new.