How to clean your blinds

It’s a spot we often forget to clean, but ignoring your blinds can lead to a build-up of dirt and grime. Adding them to the list at least once a week can save you time and energy in the long run.

How to clean vertical and horizontal blinds

Before giving your blinds a proper clean, it’s important to remove any surface dust first. This can be done using a cloth or a vacuum if it has a soft brush attachment.

Now, it’s time to get your hands dirty.

Melissa Maker, the brains behind YouTube channel Clean My Space, has a really simple method that will work for aluminium, plastic and wooden blinds.

All you need is a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid, warm water and a cloth.

For full instructions was the video below.

How to Clean Your Blinds! - Horizontal & Vertical Blind Cleaning (Clean My Space)

This article originally appeared on Better Homes and Gardens.

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