Sweep, vacuum, and collect slivers with bread or tape

Combine multiple techniques to safely remove both large shards and tiny, invisible slivers. Wear thick gloves and sturdy shoes before touching anything.

Steps

1. Pick up large shards: Carefully place them onto layers of newspaper or into a sturdy cardboard box.
2. Collect small slivers: Press a slice of soft bread, a folded damp paper towel, or wide duct tape (sticky side down) over the break area. Tiny fragments cling to these materials.
3. Sweep thoroughly: Use a broom and dustpan, working from the outer edges of the spill toward the center.
4. Vacuum the area: Go over the entire zone including crevices and surrounding spots. Empty the vacuum bag or canister into the disposal container immediately.
5. Seal and label: Place all glass in a thick bag or box, label it "Broken Glass," and dispose according to local regulations.

Tips

• Soft white bread works better than dense or toasted bread because fragments embed more easily
• Shine a flashlight at floor level to spot remaining slivers that catch the light
• Keep children and pets away from the area until vacuuming is complete