Step-by-Step Cleaning Method for Fabric Blinds

1
Christmas Cleaning Tips for Fabric Blinds
(Without Taking Them Down)
2
Winter is almost here. Before the guests gather
in your Vaughan home to celebrate Christmas, you
will likely want to do a little clean-up. While
making your floors shine is important, you also
need to pay attention to your window treatments.
If you have installed fabric blinds like Roman
blinds or vertical blinds, the dirt accumulated
on them may be easily visible. But taking them
down and cleaning them requires a lot of work.
Plus, you may damage them. The best way to
clean the fabric blinds in your Vaughan home is
to do so without removing them from their
windows. Keep reading to learn how to easily
clean your blinds before the holiday season
arrives.
3
Expert Way to Clean Fabric Blinds (Step-by-Step
Method)
1. Gather Your Cleaning Supplies
2. Close the Blinds
3. Remove the Dirt and Dust
4. Spot Clean the Stains
5. Allow the Blinds to Dry
4
1. Gather Your Cleaning Supplies
To get started with cleaning the fabric blinds in
your Vaughan home, make sure you have all the
necessary supplies. Most of these you likely have
already. They include a vacuum cleaner, a dust
beater, microfiber cloths, mild dish soap, and
baking soda. Depending on the severity of the
dirt and stains, you will have to use one or a
combination of these items.
5
2. Close the Blinds
Open kitchen blinds and windows in your Vaughan
home help to keep your home well-ventilated.
However, it also brings in dirt and dust inside.
As you will be keeping your windows and blinds
closed during the winter months, the accumulated
dirt will be clearly visible on the fabrics of
your blinds. So, make sure you close the blinds
first to let the maximum fabric be exposed for
effective cleaning.
6
3. Remove the Dirt and Dust
Dirt and dust easily accumulate on fabric blinds,
especially if they have pleats and folds like
Roman blinds. Attach a soft brush to your vacuum
cleaner to clean up the dust without ruining the
embroidery. While vacuuming, start from the top
and gently use downward strokes. Remember to
focus on the edges and bottom area of each slat
where dirt and dust accumulate the most. You can
also use a clean microfiber cloth or duster to
wipe off the dust from each slat.
7
4. Spot Clean the Stains
Use the spot-cleaning method to remove any stains
from your fabric blinds. If you have children or
pets, there is a high chance of stains on the
blinds. If you have them in your kitchen windows,
stains are to be expected. Prepare a gentle
liquid solution by adding a few drops of
dishwashing liquid to a bowl of lukewarm water.
Dip a microfiber cloth and wring out the excess
liquid. Then dab the stains while placing a hand
behind the affected area of the fabric. Wet
another cloth slightly and rub the area to remove
the soapy residue. If there is a stubborn
stain, dip a slightly damp cloth in dry baking
soda before gently rubbing the stain.
8
5. Allow the Blinds to Dry
Leave the blinds in their extended position and
allow them to air-dry completely. You can also
use a hair dryer, but keep it on a low-speed
setting.
9
Some Dos and Donts to Remember When Cleaning
Fabric Blinds
?Clean your fabric blinds regularly with a
microfiber cloth or vacuum cleaner to avoid dirt
build-up. ?Dont allow stains to sit for a long
period of time. ?Only use gentle cleaning
solutions to remove stains. ?Dont scrub the
blinds using force. ?Use only a soft brush
attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Fabric
blinds in your Vaughan home are an excellent
addition to your interior decor. Now that you
know their proper cleaning method, you can
enhance the look of your home for the holiday
season. Following these steps will also prevent
you from damaging the fabric and allow you to
enjoy the benefits of your window treatments for
many years.
10
THANK YOU
170 Esna Park Drive Markham Ontario L3R 1E3
905-475-1564