Are you thinking of renovating your home with more creative things? Tired of your shabby fabric curtains, no privacy in your windows? Blinds will undoubtedly give your home the modern look you have always hoped for. Here are some tips to help you with your purchase and also to make maintenance easier.
Blinds are the cheapest hard window treatments made of wood or metal that offer greater privacy compared to other types. There are many types of blinds available on the market. They can be vertical slats, roller type, horizontal Venetian or luxury Roman in terms of the shape of the slats.
They can also be divided into mini, plantation and paneled. Maintenance depends mainly on the type of material it is made of. The blinds are usually made of; wood, hard plastics such as PVS, imitation wood, aluminum, etc.
It is always advisable to choose the material for treating your windows according to where you plan to install them. For bathrooms and kitchens, especially for windows over sinks, it is better to use a waterproof material, so that moisture does not easily damage them. Always measure your window exactly before purchasing any treatment.
Moving louver blinds often come with cords that can cause dangerous damage or injury if left unnoticed. Therefore, they should always be kept on top. There is also the possibility of dirt getting between the slats of the blinds, making cleaning difficult. Also, if you have a furry pet, your blind will probably fill with hair.
There are some basic steps to take to remove dirt and dust from these window treatments. First, lower and open them fully to clean the dust, before starting the cleaning process; no matter what the material is. Keep the following tips in mind when considering the actual routine cleaning process.
Dusting your blinds regularly can help keep them cleaner to a greater extent. Dusting can be a bit difficult as the slats are often placed too close to each other. Always use a soft fiber or dust brush to clean, so materials like wood last longer.
Blinds made of waterproof materials or synthetic wood can be cleaned with chemical solutions if necessary. But always try to avoid highly concentrated harsh chemicals to maintain the beauty of your slats.
Removable blinds like aluminum ones are best cleaned by soaking them in a tub of soapy water. Additional dust can be removed with the soft part of a sponge or a soft damp cloth. Finally, the slats can be rinsed to remove all sticky soaps.
The slats that can be washed with soaps should be carefully checked if they are clean of residues or not. They can be air dried and hung back to your frames to allow your part to be done.