Blinds Maintenance

 

Blinds have revolutionised the way we cover our windows, in a sense it has all but replaced curtains. However an unfortunate truth remains, regardless of style, material, or design no blinds are immune to dirt or stains! For blinds maintenance visit http://blindsmart.co.za/

Because window blinds are so diverse cleaning them could prove to be a bit of a challenge as not all cleaning techniques are applicable to each type of blinds. For instance not all materials may be submerged in water and heavy detergent cleaning is also out.

Below are some basic tips to help you deal with the cleaning and maintenance issues of having blinds.

First of all before blinds are washed or “wiped down” the following rule must be implemented. This applies to all types of blinds, before cleaning commences the blinds must be thoroughly vacuumed. For more textured blinds such as bamboo blinds a once over with a soft bristle brush is recommended.

For blinds that may be submerged in water 

 

Always use warm water (not hot water) and a mild detergent, submerge the blinds and use a nail brush or a soft bristle brush to work over the fabric. Take care to be gentle and not focus excessively on one spot and most important always rinse your blinds in clean cool water!

For blinds that are not water safe

Your best option for cleaning blinds that may not be submerged is vacuuming, a wipe down with a soft cloth and in extreme cases dry foam cleaning with a mild foam detergent is recommended.

Generally the use of bleach is not allowed however in extreme cases bleach may be used on white fabric! 

 

Keep in mind that wet blinds must be placed either on a drying rack or clothes line for vertical blinds a flat surface is preferred.