5 Benefits of Motorized Blinds Vancouver

Spring is here! The flowers are blooming, the grass is getting greener and the trees can once again offer us shade, but for us, it means it’s time for a good spring cleaning! When spring cleaning your home, it’s easy to forget about your blinds Vancouver, but they collect just as much dirt and dust as your TV media unit. Let’s take a look at the best ways to clean every type of blind, shade or shutter.

Real Wood Blinds, Shades & Shutters

Wood really doesn’t like moisture, so dry is key with real wood. Use a soft microfibre cloth or a duster to dust the slats, starting from the top and working your way down. You can also use a small brush attachment and vacuum them clean. Now reverse the slats and repeat. You can also finish your blinds (or any other wooden furniture, while you’re at it) with a good wood conditioner to keep the wood looking luxurious, fresh and protect it from the sun.

Faux Wood Blinds, Shades & Shutters

With faux window treatments, you don’t have to worry about moisture. You can dust them with a microfibre cloth or a feather duster just as you would regular wooden blinds, or use a brush attachment and vacuum them clean. You can also take it up a notch and grab a moistened cloth with some soapy water, and run it along each slat, starting from the top and working your way down. Dry them off with a paper towel individually, and take a dryer sheet and run it along each slat. Dryer sheets are anti-static and will repel dust from sticking to the slats.

Aluminum, Composite & Vinyl Blinds

Aluminum and vinyl blinds Vancouver are just as easy to clean as faux wood. Vacuum them clean, dust them with a feather duster or soft cloth, or grab a slightly damp washcloth and run it along each slat, top and bottom. Make sure to blot them dry so more dust doesn’t stick to them while they are still wet.

Fabric Blinds, Shades, Shutters & Curtains

For fabric blinds Vancouver, it’s best to get in touch with the manufacturer or distributor from whom you purchased them, as every fabric requires different care. You can gently vacuum them clean using the small brush attachment, spot clean any stains with a mild detergent, or take them down carefully and allow them to soak in the bathtub in some warm soapy water, before rinsing them clean and letting them dry. If they are made of a more fussy material, simply take them to a dry cleaner.

We hope our spring cleaning guide was helpful to keep your blinds Vancouver, clean, fresh and looking brand new! Get in touch with us if you have any more questions, or would like to inquire about the many blind, shade and shutter options we can install in your home.