2
top 12 comments
sorted by: hot top controversial new old
[-] lettruthout@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago

Why not use a slightly damp cloth?

[-] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works 1 points 2 months ago

Fair enough, but I’m not looking for alternative cleaning methods. I’m specifically looking for a small vacuum recommendation. Cheers!

[-] nutsack@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

is your desk is a carpet

[-] DagwoodIII@piefed.social 3 points 2 months ago

Another vote for rags.

Less waste plastic over all.

Old toothbrushes are great for cleaning keyboards and anything with crevices.

[-] dual_sport_dork@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago

I take the opposite approach. I use the puffer bulb that came with my camera cleaning kit. Then I can vacuum the floor.

The danger with vacuuming things off of your desk (or at least my desk, which is inevitably strewn with tiny screws, 3D printed parts, bits of fountain pens, etc.) is that you'll suck up something that you'd really rather you hadn't. And then you have to get it back.

I can recommend you avoid those sub-$10 USB mini vacuums from China you see everywhere. I have one. It's practically worthless.

[-] iceberg314@slrpnk.net 1 points 2 months ago

Electric air duster

https://www.walmart.com/ip/VacLife-Handheld-Vacuum-Car-Vacuum-Cleaner-Cordless-Mini-Portable-Rechargeable-Vacuum-Cleaner-with-2-Filters-Orange-VL189/5449496951

I've had this vacuum for a few years. Can't remember how much we paid for it originally but it's currently $22.

We have a shared hand held vac at work that's a very expensive name brand, and when I have to use it, I always find myself surprised at how much better this one is.

It's got more attachable parts, fits better into tight spaces, and it's got a little flashlight to help you see if you're actually getting everything from dark corners.

Also the filters are washable, so you don't have to buy replacements.

I feel like the battery might not be super great, but I just try to keep it charging when not in use. Other than that, no complaints.

[-] JohnnyEnzyme@piefed.social 0 points 2 months ago

In the States there used to be something called a DustBuster vacuum.

Not sure what the current options are these days, nor how it looks in other countries. (i'm more of a wet rag, broom, and feather duster-type)

[-] happydoors@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago

What a callback. We had one in a red and black plaid dustcover!

[-] solrize@lemmy.ml -1 points 2 months ago

Dirt Devil Scorpion Plus. Fairly powerful, and corded so no batteries to mess with.

[-] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works -1 points 2 months ago
this post was submitted on 22 Mar 2026
2 points (100.0% liked)

Ask Lemmy

39752 readers
381 users here now

A Fediverse community for open-ended, thought provoking questions


Rules: (interactive)


1) Be nice and; have funDoxxing, trolling, sealioning, racism, toxicity and dog-whistling are not welcomed in AskLemmy. Remember what your mother said: if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. In addition, the site-wide Lemmy.world terms of service also apply here. Please familiarize yourself with them


2) All posts must end with a '?'This is sort of like Jeopardy. Please phrase all post titles in the form of a proper question ending with ?


3) No spamPlease do not flood the community with nonsense. Actual suspected spammers will be banned on site. No astroturfing.


4) NSFW is okay, within reasonJust remember to tag posts with either a content warning or a [NSFW] tag. Overtly sexual posts are not allowed, please direct them to either !asklemmyafterdark@lemmy.world or !asklemmynsfw@lemmynsfw.com. NSFW comments should be restricted to posts tagged [NSFW].


5) This is not a support community.
It is not a place for 'how do I?', type questions. If you have any questions regarding the site itself or would like to report a community, please direct them to Lemmy.world Support or email info@lemmy.world. For other questions check our partnered communities list, or use the search function.


6) No US Politics.
Please don't post about current US Politics. If you need to do this, try !politicaldiscussion@lemmy.world or !askusa@discuss.online


Reminder: The terms of service apply here too.

Partnered Communities:

Tech Support

No Stupid Questions

You Should Know

Reddit

Jokes

Ask Ouija


Logo design credit goes to: tubbadu


founded 3 years ago
MODERATORS