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How to clean blinds?

Last updated:
28 February, 2023
Reading time: 5 minutes

The shutters are one of the things that most soiled in a dwelling as they are exposed to changes in the weather. After all the winter season, rains and snow, when the summer season arrives, they are usually very dirty, so that is the best time to clean them.

Moreover, in many cases, if you decide to do this at the same time as cleaning the windows, you will achieve a complete cleaning. However, it is not the same to clean the outside or the inside of the shutter, nor is it the same for shutters of different types and materials. In this article we explain how to clean blinds and tips for each case.

Materials

  • A cotton cloth.
  • Dust glove.
  • Hoover.
  • Screwdriver.
  • Water.
  • Alcohol.
  • Dishwasher detergent.
  • Wood cleaner.
  • Shutter brush.

Cleaning the outside of blinds

The external part of the shutter is the one that always gets dirty most easily. It is common for dust, rainwater residues, pollen and even insects to accumulate. On the other hand, since most homes have their shutters raised, access from the outside can be an unnecessary risk.

In case your east house located on the ground floor and you can access the outside of the shutters, it is best to wipe them slat by slat with a damp cloth and dry them. If the shutters are very dirty and are not made of wood, you can first use a hose with pressurised water to remove the first layer.

But if you live on an upper floor and you can't access the outside, here's a tip on how to clean the outside of the shutters without dismantling them. All you have to do is open the drawer containing the roller shutter drum from inside the house using a screwdriver.

Cleaning the outside of blinds 

Then go to cleaning slat by slat with a damp cotton cloth, as well as the grooves and then wipe everything dry. To get to other slats simply move the blinds up and down until you are finished. Don't forget to clean the inside of the shutter box with a hoover, as this is the area where you will be cleaning. where most dust and dirt accumulates.

Cleaning the inside of blinds

This side of the blind is very much more convenient and easier to clean. The first thing to do is to lower the blind completely and vacuum it to remove the dust, then raise it a little so that you can vacuum the gaps between the slats.

Once it is dust-free wipe each ribbon with a damp cotton cloth. and wipe them dry with another dry cloth to avoid stains and to prevent the dust from settling again. Always start cleaning from the top and work your way down so that the clean parts do not get stained again.

7 tips for easy blind cleaning

  1. Do something as simple as take the hoover from home or if you have a smaller handheld hoover and vacuum them up. You'll get rid of dust, everyone's headache.
  2. The feather duster is another good ally for easy cleaning of the shutterThis is especially important for the outside area, as it will prevent dirt from staying inside the house. It will most likely help you to keep it a bit cleaner, without dust.
  3. I'm sure you have the well-known window cleaner at home. Dampen a damp cloth with it.Wear a glove to protect your hands, and clean the shutter horizontally.
  4. A tip for easy cleaning of the roller shutter is to clean the roller shutter in two ways. On the one hand, first wipe with a sponge and water and then wipe with a damp cloth. detergent with the shutter closed.
  5. The other way is to go through with the shutter open and do a thorough cleaning of the different slats.
  6. Another simple trick to clean them is to wash them with a well wrung out sponge and cleaner. Rinse each side with a sponge dampened with clean water and dry with an old towel.
  7. Hang them even if they are still a little damp. And if these are not washableUse only the dusting brush of the hoover.

7 tips for easy blind cleaning 

Cleaning blinds according to their material

In general, cleaning roller shutters is not a very complicated task and they are all cleaned in much the same way. You can visit clean according to the material of which the shutter is made. In this way, you can use the most suitable product for cleaning each blind to extend its service life.

Aluminium

In the case of aluminium shutterscleaning is very easy. First, wipe the dust off with a cloth and then, instead of dampening a cotton cloth with water, dampen it with alcohol.

PVC

For cleaning PVC shutters All you have to do is use dishwashing detergent and place it in a tub of water. Dampen a cotton cloth or microfibre cloth in the water, wring it out and use it to clean the blind both inside and out. At the end, use a cloth dampened only with water to remove the soap residue and dry the blind.

Wooden

Wood is a very sensitive materialYou should therefore buy a special cleaning product for cleaning blinds of this type. Ideally, you should always use a specific cleaning product for wood. Also keep in mind that if you get the wood wet you can damage it. The best way to clean them is to pour a small amount of the product in a bucket of water and then remove the dirt with a dry cloth.

Appropriate cleaning products for each material

For the wooden shuttersIn this case, parquet floor sanitising liquids are suitable. For the plastic blinds, A sponge with soap and water is sufficient if it is not too dirty. If it is soiled and difficult to remove, it is possible to remove it with a dishwashing detergent.

In the case of metal shuttersAfter removing the coarser, more visible dust with a dry cloth or duster, the most efficient way to clean is with a cloth dampened with alcohol.

Cleaning blinds according to their shape

General tips for cleaning roller shutters usually refer in particular to roller shutters. However, there are also other types of roller shutters that need to be cleaned differently because of their shape, in many cases a fixed element of the façade.

Cleaning blinds according to their shape 

Venetian blinds

The easiest way to clean the venetian blindsThe only way to remove the slats, regardless of the material they are made of, is with the help of a soft cotton glove or dust glove. Just close the blind and run your fingers along each and every slat from the centre to the edges.

When you finish close the shutter in the opposite direction and repeat the same operation. Be sure to shake the glove as often as necessary to make the cleaning more effective.

Another option is to vacuum using the brush nozzle so as not to damage the surface of the slats. Do this from the centre to the ends, first on one side and then on the other. You can also put them in the bathtub for thorough cleaning (if these are not made of wood).

Majorcan shutters

First of all, always start cleaning the blinds from top to bottom so that no dirt falls in. Then choose the most suitable cleaner depending on the material of the blind. Majorcan blind and remember to remove the dust with a duster or hoover before cleaning.

Then take a cloth, moisten it with water and apply the most suitable product in each case. You can wipe each slat by hand. It is also very useful for cleaning Majorcan shutters use a specific brush that allows you to reach every nook and cranny.

How to clean roller shutters

How to clean roller shutters 

This is another common type of roller shutters in homes and they are the most luxurious. If you have this type of shutters, here we will tell you how to clean roller shutters. It is a fairly simple job that no great effort is required 

The easiest trick is to wash the blinds using a damp, but well wrung out sponge. You should also apply a cleaning substance, either homemade or commercial. You should rinse both sides using another damp sponge in clean water and dry it with a towel.

When they are still a little damp, you should place them to dry completely. You can also use the hoover with the brush attachment.

Clever tricks

There are inventions for everything and someone has used his imagination to clean the outside of the blinds without having to open the top box. And they have done it well, using a custom mop with a large-sized cloth secured with clips. This new invention is marketed online, where you can find it and is enjoying great popularity.

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Written by: Javier Marquez Barneto

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