World Curling introduced specifications for brushes in elite competition in 2016.
This page is available to help athletes, officials and curling organisations understand the brush specifications and rules.
Sweeping Technique Policy Video Explainer
Below is a short video explainer of the permitted and prohibited elements of the new Sweeping Technique Policy. As a reminder, all permitted sweeping techniques fall under R8 in the Rules of Curling.
If you have further questions email [email protected] referencing ‘brush specifications’ in the subject line.
- Statement of Principles for Competition Equipment
- Sweeping Technique Policy (January 2026)
- Approved Code List (December 2025)
- Approved Code List With Changes (December 2025)
- Replacement Brush Sleeves Policy (9 October 2025)
- Sweeping survey summary report
- Application for Brush Testing
- Effective Manufacturer Application Form v4