Author: MJT
Ways Of Cleaning Your Mini Blinds To Get Good Results
Cleaning mini blinds can be very challenging. Sometimes, it
is very difficult to reach the tiny cracks and crevices in the binds and get
out all the dust. Moreover, different types of mini blinds require different
methods of cleaning. Note that different
types of materials react differently to soap and water so it is not always safe
to assume that when you do clear your min blinds, you always use soap and
water. Always remember that if you want your mini blinds to last long, you
should learn to take care of it the proper way.
Cleaning Your Vinyl or Metal Blinds
Vinyl and metal blinds are usually the easier to clean than
the other types of blinds. You can just take down the blinds from your windows,
take it outside and use a high pressure hose to spray water on your vinyl or
metal blinds. Once the blinds are all wet, get a pail of soapy water and use a
sponge to apply soap on the surface of the blinds. Make sure that you reach
most areas of the mini blinds and remove the dirt and dust. After apply soap,
you can now rinse your blinds and then hang it to dry. Do not attempt to bring
the blinds back inside the house when it is still wet because it may drip on
the floor.
Cleaning Wood Blinds
When cleaning wood mini blinds, you should avoid sing soap
and water. Unlike steel and vinyl which do not have any adverse reactions to
water, wood tends to deteriorate when exposed to soap and water. If you want
your wood blinds to last longer, use wood polish to clean them. Get a terry
cloth, dip it is wood polish and then rub it on the surface of the wood. This
could take a bit more time but this could save your blinds from decay. If you
are using liquid polish, do not spray it directly on the wood. The lesser
amount of moisture that gets into your wood blinds the better.
When using wood polish in cleaning your mini blinds, make
sure that you wear the appropriate gloves. Always remember that wood polish may
contain harsh chemicals that could cause dryness to your skin. In some
instances, these substances could make your hands sting and crack. If you do
not want to damage your hands, make sure that you wear the appropriate type of
gloves for this purpose. Also, there are some wood polishers that have strong
smells. Try to avoid this strong smelling substance to avoid irritations.
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