Wipe the dirty blinds. Trick every house owner should know
Even the most beautiful window will look bad if it is covered with a dirty blind. These rolling curtains catch dust, grease, and can even promote the development of mold. Fortunately, there is a way to get rid of these unsightly stains.
Oct 5, 2023 | updated: 1:59 AM EDT, October 6, 2023
Once, our homes were dominated by dense curtains, then came the time for fashionable aluminum blinds, and now roller blinds rule. Unfortunately, dust, dirt, and even mold easily accumulates on them.
Blinds are a home for dust and mold
They perfectly protect against intense sunlight, effectively dimming rooms during the day. After dusk, they also provide a sense of privacy, as they block the view of the interior of the apartment from outside. Unfortunately, blinds easily collect dust and air particles, as well as juices from flowers or grease from cooking.
Moreover, when the windows in our house are exposed to excessive moisture, unsightly stains can appear on the blinds, which are often a sign of fungi attack. Mold can lead to various ailments, such as headaches, breathing problems, eye irritations, or even skin rashes.
Unlike so-called Roman shades, classic blinds cannot be put in the washing machine. So how do you get rid of dirt and mold?
Get rid of the dust from the blinds
It is best to start cleaning by removing dust with a dry cloth or broom.
Next, prepare a mixture of water, dish soap, and laundry powder in a 2:1:1 ratio (e.g., a cup of water, half a cup of liquid, and the same amount of powder). Use a sponge soaked in the mixture to remove dirt, leaving the material to dry.
We can achieve even better results with vinegar combined with the same amount of water.
However, before cleaning, it is worth performing a test on a small piece of the material to reduce the risk of discoloration.
