Wooden blinds look great in your home. They allow outdoor light to be surrounded by a rustic, natural look. The cleaning of your wooden blinds takes a little more care, as you do not want to damage your wood. If you are thinking of buying wooden blinds, remember to ask the dealer on tips on how to clean your particular brand. Many blinds come with cleaning instructions specific for your type of window covering. Some professional cleaners will give you tips and may be an option for you, if you have a huge amount of these types of blinds. Public libraries are a good resource for tips on how-to type books. There are sites online that also have information. I will give an overview of some the the most common ways on how people are cleaning their beautiful wooden blinds. I will also give some helpful in-between maintenance hints.

A handy, easy way to clean your wooden blinds is with your vacuum cleaner. Use a brush attachment and be sure to hold onto your blinds as you are vacuuming them. Vacuum in the direction of your particular blinds. This means, if your blinds are vertical, vacuum vertically and the opposite if your blinds are horizontal. Make sure to vacuum both sides of your blinds. A step-stool is helpful and may save you from a backache later!

When your blinds need a more thorough cleaning, use a good microfiber cloth or a cotton glove. One must be careful with cleaning supplies used as some may damage or warp your wood. I encourage a simple spot test first in a hard to see area. There are oil soaps on the market that are made specifically for wood. The trick is not to \”soak\” the wood. Many manufactures recommend no wax in any sprays. Some will tell you that you can, but it is important to \”polish\” all sides of the surface afterwards. This would be done after cleaning them.

There are many eco-friendly natural products that you can use. You might already have them. Olive oil can be mixed in a 1/4 part olive oil to the amount of water being used. Mix thoroughly and often as the oil will separate. Dip your microfiber cloth or heavy cotton glove into the mixture. Wring out until almost dry. This part is very important. Water can warp the wood if soaked. Another mixture to use is vinegar and water using the same instructions. If you have a lot of blinds, or do not have a step stool; you can take down your blinds. Lay them on a thick towel with waterproof material, such as a tarp, underneath. Make sure to clean all sides of your blinds. Polish with a dry cloth afterwards for shine.

Cleaning your wooden blinds can be a long process. To make things easier, vacuum them weekly or use a feather or slat duster. You only have to \”deep\” clean them once or twice a year. Regular maintenance makes the job easier. Begin letting your light shine in today!

Author Bio: Trevor Richards writes for Better Blinds (www.newblinds.co.uk), UK retailers of wooden window blinds.

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