How to Clean Window Blinds

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How to Clean Window Blinds

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Steps:

You Will Need:

·        A dust cloth or a vacuum with a brush-head attachment

·        Towels or a drop cloth

·        A sponge or cleaning brush

·        All-purpose cleaner or ammonia

·        Fabric-softener sheets

Step 1

Get the dust off

Begin by removing loose dirt and dust with either a soft cloth or a vacuum with a brush-head attachment. Clean with the slats tilted upward first, then downward.

Tip

Regular fabric-softener sheets absorb dust just as well as cloths made specifically for that purpose.

Step 2

Remove from the window

If your blinds are plastic, vinyl, or aluminum -- not wood -- remove them from the window for washing.

Tip

Wood blinds should never get wet; just dust them regularly. Only use a wood cleaner if the manufacturer says it’s safe.

Step 3

Take it outside

If you have a yard, take the blinds outside. If you don’t, put them in the bathtub.

Step 4

Wash them

Wash each slat with a sponge or brush. Don’t forget to wash the cords!

Tip

If you’re outdoors, use a water-filled bucket containing a half cup of ammonia. If you’re using your tub, a mild detergent works best. Never use hot water on plastic blinds; it could cause them to warp.

Step 5

Rinse thoroughly

Rinse the blinds thoroughly, then hang them on a clothesline or shower rod.

Step 6

Wipe them down

When they’re completely dry, wipe the blinds with a fabric-softener sheet. It will help prevent dust from clinging to them, so they’ll stay cleaner longer.

Fact

Thirty-one percent of homeowners say that cleaning window treatments is their least favorite cleaning job, according to a survey.

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