We bring the blinds into proper shape

Tips like “wash your blinds correctly” are invaluable to many housewives. Bringing metal, wood, fabric and plastic curtains into proper shape is not an easy task. It is necessary to choose the right cleaning agent, not to damage the surface of the lamellas (slats fastened with cords) and to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the product. Competent recommendations on washing methods and techniques will help you avoid mistakes and prevent unwanted results.

Some housewives manage to wash even those blinds for which wet treatment is not recommended. Such experiments may not end entirely successfully. But the desire for crystal purity drives women when conducting various tests on mechanical curtains. This is how, through trial and error, brave housewives add to the list of useful tips for washing slats. Well, reasonable people gain wisdom precisely from the experiences of others.

Methods for washing slats

There are two cleaning methods: direct removal of the blinds and cleaning in place. It should be noted that the first method is the most effective. Of course, it is not always convenient to remove the curtains from the window every time and soak them in a soapy solution. But the quality of washing will be the highest. There is only one caveat: after such a thorough rinsing, the blinds should be dried thoroughly to avoid the formation of metal corrosion. The advantages of washing in place are also obvious: saving time and effort, convenience and speed of washing.

You should choose one or another method of cleaning slats from accumulated dirt in accordance with external conditions. For example, walls covered with non-washable wallpaper or a floor covered with laminate are unlikely to easily withstand moisture. In such cases, it is more advisable to give preference to removing the curtains.

But it happens that dismantling the blinds is not possible, and it is also impossible to wet the surrounding objects. Then you should resort to a waterless washing method. For this, window cleaning sprays, specialized aerosols, and wet wipes are used (wipes for cleaning office equipment and computer monitor screens are perfect). It must be said that this method is economical not only in time, but also financially. In order to clean the blinds, it is enough to unfold the surface of the slats so that you get one curtain, spray the product (or treat it with a napkin) and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth. Return the slats to their original position, and that’s it, cleaning is complete.

Blind cleaning products

The composition of the detergent largely depends on the type of contamination. It is enough to rinse dusty slats with soapy water; stubborn greasy stains must be removed with special solvents; for glossy surfaces it is advisable to use a professional polish.

There are also “folk remedies”. Adding a few drops of vinegar or ammonia to warm water will prevent streaks from appearing on the slats. In general, in war all means are good.To prepare a cleaning solution, washing powder, dishwashing detergent, and even regular shampoo are suitable. Get rid of dust before starting cleaning (to prevent the formation of dirty stains) and feel free to wash the blinds with any prepared solution.

Algorithm of actions when washing blinds

Any event requires a certain order of actions. So, we should talk about washing mechanical curtains in more detail.

1. Unfold all the slats so that a continuous surface is obtained.
2. Spray each plank with a water solution or cleaning cloth.
3. Turn the slats over and wash the other side.
4. Wipe the blinds with a dry cloth.
5. Leave the curtains unassembled until completely dry.

This was a cleaning method that did not involve dismantling the blinds. If you managed to remove the curtains from the window and take them to the bathroom, then the washing algorithm will be as follows.

1. Fill the bath with the amount of warm water necessary to completely submerge the slats.
2. Dissolve any detergent chosen for cleaning curtains in water.
3. Immerse the blinds in water and leave for 20 - 30 minutes.
4. Wipe each slatt thoroughly with a sponge or cloth.
5. Flush the water and rinse the slats in the shower.
6. Hang the blinds until completely dry.

It is better to dry curtains outdoors. But if this is not possible, then there is a place in the apartment for hanging slats.

When cleaning with water, you can place a wide basin under the blinds so that moisture accumulates in the container and does not splash onto surrounding objects.

Useful tips for cleaning slats

In the process of cleaning blinds from dust and dirt, there are several subtleties that you should familiarize yourself with.Maybe women themselves will guess about such little things. But forewarned is forearmed.

1. All necessary tools (brushes, sponges, napkins, rags, rubber gloves, basins) should be prepared in advance. Don’t forget about the small stool; without it, it will be difficult to reach the upper bars. You can stock up on two chairs at once. A basin of water is placed on one of them so as not to go down and go back up every time.
2. You can remove dust from the slats using a vacuum cleaner, especially when it comes to fabric slats.
3. The direction of movement when washing should be from top to bottom so that dirty stains do not flow onto the washed slats.
4. Under no circumstances should blinds be washed when assembled. The slats can stick to each other. The appearance of the product will deteriorate forever, and it will not be possible to completely remove the dirt.
5. Regardless of the preferred type of cleaning, the blinds must be treated with an antistatic agent after all work is completed (to prevent dust from settling).
6. The lamella should be held on both sides to avoid kinks and breakages.
7. Wooden structures cannot be treated with water. It is necessary to purchase special cleaning products for wood products.
8. Fabric slats can be washed in a washing machine using the gentle wash cycle. The planks are pre-detached from the structure, rolled up and placed in a washing bag.
9. It is recommended to remove the plastic plugs from the cornice at the time of washing, and return them to their original place only after the blinds have completely dried.
10. And advice “just in case.” It is advisable to wash the window itself after cleaning the curtains. Otherwise, stains from drops of water, foam and dirt will remain on the glass.

Plastic and metal, wood and fabric, vertical and horizontal, glossy and matte, blinds are very popular. They are compact, versatile, easy to use and fit perfectly with many types of apartment designs. But this modern interior detail must also be well-groomed and tidy. For a good housewife, even metal curtains dazzle with cleanliness.