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We can all agree that cleaning our window blinds is a tedious, time-consuming task. Thankfully, the window blind specialists at Royal Blinds Ontario have created this guide so you know how to clean horizontal blinds without removing them, the materials you will need, how to clean greasy blinds, how to clean blinds using a vacuum, and more.
Materials You Will Need
Cleaning Blinds with Microfiber Cloth, Gloves or Duster
The best way to clean horizontal blinds is by starting with dusting at the top-most slat, wiping from left to right, and working your way down.
Then, dip your microfiber cloth in a mixture of dish soap and water and wipe each slat to remove any stubborn stains and/or sticky residue. Finally, wipe slats dry with a clean microfiber cloth to buff away any water spots or streaks.
How to Clean Greasy Blinds
There are several solutions you can try when it comes to cleaning greasy blinds. For your convenience, our experts have listed the three most common methods:
01
Soap and Water
Gently wipe each slat of your horizontal blinds with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth that’s been dipped in soapy warm water. Rinse and wipe each slat again to remove any soap residue. Use a clean microfiber cloth to dry the slats.
02
Baking Soda and Water
Place and fully submerge your blinds in a large basin filled with warm water, dishwashing soap, and one cup of baking soda. Soak your blinds for an hour, then use warm water to rinse them off.
03
Vinegar and Water
Dip a soft sponge or cloth in a bucket filled with warm water, mild dishwashing soap, and white vinegar. Carefully wipe each slat of the blinds. Finish by dampening a sponge in clean water and wiping each slat to remove any vinegar residue.
Easiest Way to Clean Blinds with a Vacuum
If you’re not careful, dust can easily turn into stubborn mud. Fortunately, vacuuming is one of the easiest ways to clean blinds. These four steps are required to clean horizontal blinds using a vacuum:
How to Clean Blinds at Home Using the Bathtub
The most effective method for deep cleaning vinyl, metal, or faux wood is in the bathtub.
What You’ll Need:
These six steps are essential to follow if you want to give your horizontal blinds a deep clean in the bathtub:
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With these tips in mind, you’re well on your way to effectively cleaning blinds quickly and easily, without damaging them. If you’re looking for the best horizontal blinds that Canada has to offer, contact Royal Blinds Ontario today. We offer a 25-year warranty with all our products and a free estimate to boot!