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Care & Repair

How to Clean Blinds and Shades

Key takeaways

  • Dust regularly with a soft duster or vacuum brush.
  • Wipe faux wood and vinyl with a damp cloth.
  • Be gentle with real wood and fabric.
  • Avoid harsh chemicals and soaking.

Everyday dusting

Close the slats and dust one direction, then flip and dust the other side. A microfiber cloth or vacuum brush works well. For fabric shades, use a vacuum brush on low suction.

Deeper cleaning by material

Faux wood, vinyl and aluminum can be wiped with a damp cloth and mild soap. Real wood should only be wiped lightly and dried quickly. Cellular and fabric shades are best vacuumed or spot cleaned, because soaking can damage glue and fabric.

Shutters wipe clean with a damp cloth and a mild cleaner.

When to call a pro

Heavy grease in a kitchen, smoke residue or years of buildup can be hard to remove at home. We offer professional cleaning that uses the safest method for each product and checks the hardware at the same time.

Quick answers

Can I wash blinds in the bathtub?

Some aluminum and vinyl blinds can be washed that way, but wood and fabric should not be soaked. Check the material first.

How often should I clean?

Dust every couple of weeks and deep clean once or twice a year, or more in kitchens and homes with pets.

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