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How to Clean (Even the Grimiest) Faux Woods Blinds

Abigail Sawyer | 25 Mar 2020 | Make clean

Whether y'all inherited dirty blinds when you moved in, or if you've simply built up grime over the years, fake wood blinds are a snap to make clean! We recommend cleaning imitation wood blinds twice a year to keep dust, allergens and germs at bay.

What's the easiest way to dust faux wood blinds?

closeup of the Blinds.com duster cleaning blinds

using a cloth and dusting spray to clean blinds

Y'all can swipe slats clean with a microfiber cloth or feather duster. Prevent dust buildup past wiping with a dusting spray.

How do I get the layers of built up clay and gunk off my faux forest blinds?

using a damp duster to clean blinds

Faux wood blind slats are manmade and then they're water-rubber. Scrub them make clean with a microfiber cloth dipped in warm soapy water. Practise non apply abrasive cleaners which may damage the finish or paint. Dry out each slat with a make clean cloth.

removing a routeless slat to clean individually

Routeless blinds slats (those with no holes through the center) can be removed from for easier cleaning. Slide them dorsum in when yous're done and re-align notches with the cords.

Exercise not submerge blinds or go headrail and internal components wet, equally they tin can rust and deteriorate.

I want to disinfect my faux forest blinds. How can I practise this without dissentious them?

mixing water and vinegar to create a cleaning solution

In germy places like bathrooms or kitchens you may desire to disinfect your blinds. Mix 1 office water, ane part white vinegar to create a germ-killing solution.

Wiping down blind slats with cleaning solution

Swipe all slats with the solution and a clean cloth. Dry out each slat with another textile.

Need More Help?

Notice more than information in our cleaning guide, the helpful posts below, or speak with one of our window handling experts at 800-505-1905.

How to Clean Window Treatments of all Styles and Sizes

How Do You Clean Faux Wood Blinds?

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    Abigail Sawyer is the Manager of Social Media Marketing for Blinds.com. She's a domicile improvement junkie who is currently restoring a 1972 cottage with the assistance of her husband and goldendoodle, Biscuit. Walking in the footsteps of Martha Stewart, she'due south happiest when she'southward crafting or whipping up a new recipe; although nothing beats crimper upwards with a adept book and some Daughter Scout Cookies. Follow her on twitter + instagram at @whatabigailsaw

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