How to wash blinds?

In many modern interiors, various types of blinds are used as a decorative component. Today, manufacturers offer buyers a fairly wide range of such window accessories from different materials. But like any product, they need periodic cleaning. There are many effective ways to do this at home.

For a start it is worth saying that not all types of vertical and horizontal blinds can be washed. This is especially true machine wash. For example, standard aluminum systems, which can often be seen in modern interiors, are not amenable to such cleaning. Only a damp cloth and a soap solution will help to remove dirt from the slats.

Blinds that have wooden parts in the base also cannot be machine washed. Otherwise, such processing will negatively affect the condition of the window structures and the integrity of the equipment.Particularly popular among modern consumers are systems with bamboo slats, which are ideal for eco-styles in the interior. But it is necessary to prepare for the fact that the blinds of this material will have to be cleaned with a rag or vacuum cleaner. In addition, the system is not dismantled, and treated, without removing from the windows. Not less popular are jacquard models. In this case, the cleaning must be done manually.

Vertical blinds from any material need to be cleaned at least once in one season. Also do not forget about the wet cleaning, which is recommended to be carried out 1 time in 6 months. An important factor is the features of the region in which you live. In addition, other causes also affect the appearance of contamination: leaking window joints, frequent ventilation, and irregular cleaning.

Particular attention should be paid to fabric blinds, which today are used in many interiors. For such options, wet cleaning is a temporary measure.After a short period of time, accumulation of dirt in the places of attachment of the threads is still noticeable. And so these vertical models are best treated in a washing machine.

Many housewives try to clean the blinds without removing them from the window, which is the main mistake. Removing contamination from the slats in a suspended state is quite problematic, and the only solution is to dismantle the system. In some models, the removal must begin with the upper mounting plate. This is due to the fact that it is in this place that access to other elements is opened.

Most often, vertical fabric blinds are washed by hand, as it is safe for the slats themselves. There are two basic ways to complete a process quickly and easily. The first option involves washing without removing fasteners. But this cleaning is not very convenient and it is best to disconnect all the elements.

It is recommended to use a bath for washing the blinds. The following products can be used for cleaning:

• compositions for carpets and furniture;
• means for cleaning children's clothes;
• neutral shower gel.

In addition, for cleaning products by hand, you need to prepare a soft cloth or sponge.

Choosing the second option pay attention to that the basis did not scratch lamels. It is also best to wash rag products with those products that have a gel structure. For cleaning it is not recommended to use compounds containing chlorine or other aggressive components.

So, washing the blinds should begin with the disconnection of all elements. Cloths should be lowered into the bathroom, then rinsed with warm water. For these purposes it is best to use a shower.

Then the bath is filled with water and a cleanser is added to it. At this stage it is necessary to start cleaning the lamellae. It is necessary to wash the elements with special care not to damage the coating. Then the lamellae are released into the prepared solution with soap for 20-25 minutes.

The procedure is recommended to repeat at least 2 times. After cleaning, the water is drained and the lamellas are rinsed with running water.

To wipe off strong dirt from the blinds will help machine. It is much more convenient than cleaning items manually. But in order to preserve the original appearance of the blinds, it is necessary to set the mode correctly and correctly select the cleaning agent.

First you need to remove the curtains and remove dust and dirt from their surface. In this case, a soft cloth and a soap solution will help. Examine the fabric for obsolete stains. If such contamination is still present, the elements must be locked manually. You can also soak the fabric in warm water with detergent.

If you intend to wash the vertical lamellae in the car, pre-fold all the elements one by one. Choose a number of parts so that they can be easily turned.

To clean the fabric blinds, you need to choose high-quality powders based on no aggressive components. Never use bleaching products or stain removers.

As for the temperature, its mark should not exceed 30 degrees. For cleaning fabric products suitable delicate mode. It is recommended to abandon the mechanical spin, as this may damage them.

When the wash is finished, the lamella should be laid out in the bathroom. All items are rinsed with a shower.

In addition to the above methods, vertical blinds can be cleaned in limbo. As mentioned above, this option is rarely used due to the complexity of the process. But if you decide to wash the blinds that way, you need to familiarize yourself with some important features.

For starters, it is recommended to vacuum the curtains. It is necessary to do everything carefully, it is best to use a nozzle with a soft base. Clean each item thoroughly from dust. Please note that the vacuum cleaner should operate at low power.

Then you need to prepare a washing solution.Basically, the soap composition is used for washing, as it leaves the least amount of divorces. To remove stains, use a sponge or soft cloth. Special attention in the cleaning process should be given to heavy pollution.

After washing the soapy water must be changed to clean. Use a soft sponge to remove residual detergent. In the process, carefully review all the slats for contamination. If necessary, the cleaning will need to be repeated again. Using this method, blinds do not need special drying. Leave the product for a while until it is completely dry.

There are many useful recommendations that you can use when cleaning any type of blinds. Before you start washing it is necessary to carefully study the manufacturer's instructions. Basically, it is here that all the rules are listed on how to properly clean in different ways.

Please note that blinds do not need to be washed too often. Over time, the protective coating present on the curtains loses its properties. Because of this, the lamellae start to get dirty even faster.

Additional recommendations:

• Particular attention should be paid to cleaning products made of polyester, which have sunscreen properties. These blinds can be called a universal view, as they are perfectly tolerate hand and machine washing.
• Fabric models based on fiberglass should not be subjected to such treatments. These blinds are recommended to immediately take to dry cleaning.
• To clean the slats with a relief structure, you can not use brushes. Even soft sponges can damage the surface. It is best to clean the slats with ordinary rags and soapy water.

• Remove the dust from the window elements will help the solution of ammonia and water. The mixture should be applied to a soft cloth, then thoroughly rub each lamella.
• Often on the blinds there are stains from the ink, which is quite problematic to eliminate. To combat such contaminations, you can use a composition of ammonia, soda and water.
• To cope with the stains of tea, you can use regular citric acid. The powder is added to the water, after which it is treated with contaminated lamellae.

How to clean the vertical blinds, see the following video.