Take care of the blinds of your plantation shutters

Plantation shutters are a worthwhile investment. Not only do they give style to a home, but they also help reduce energy costs and increase resale value. Whether they are real wooden shutters or false plantations, if they are well made, they can last for many years. Proper care is essential, but fortunately, this care is relatively easy.

Plantation shutters are a wise investment, but a great investment, so you want them to look great. A crucial aspect of maintaining plantation interior blinds is keeping them clean. Otherwise, dust and dirt can accumulate and ruin the shine. Regular dust and cleaning are important to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt.

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Cleaning wooden plantation shutters

The way you clean your indoor blinds depends on what they are made of. Real wood plantation blinds, if properly painted with a high-quality finish, are as easy to clean as synthetic wood blinds, but do not use water, which could damage or deform the wood. At least once a month, spray a dust-proof cloth with wood wax and dust off the blinds. If your shutters have small grooves or grooves that accumulate dust and dirt, lightly spray a toothbrush with spray enamel and use it to clean hard-to-reach areas.

Cleaning Plantation shutters

Most fake plantation shutters are made from a type of vinyl. Vinyl interior blinds must be dusted at least once a week. You can use the soft brush on the hose of your vacuum cleaner. Tilt the slats and vacuum them gently. Then lower them and do the same thing. Do not forget the top and bottom of the blinds.

For cleaning, water and soap can be used on vinyl blinds. Some experts recommend using distilled water because it does not contain minerals that can cause stains. In a bucket, combine lukewarm water and mild dish soap or mild soap to form a soapy solution (about a teaspoonful with a quart of water). Moisten a soft cloth with soapy water and wash the blinds well. Then moisten a second cloth with just water and rinse off any soap residue. If your blinds have small grooves or grooves, do not forget them because they can easily pick up dirt and grime. Dip a toothbrush in soapy water to clean these areas. It may be tempting to use an all-purpose aerosol cleaner, but it may be too powerful and may discolor or stain your blinds. Dry the blinds well with a towel. This is important to avoid stains.

One of the great advantages of indoor plantation imitation blinds over the true wood variety is that they can be used in kitchens and bathrooms, where they are exposed to heat and moisture. However, in these rooms, the shutters will collect particles of fixative, grease and other substances that can adhere to it. These may require a little more cleaning. You can make a solution of a teaspoon of dish soap and a gallon of hot water. Dip a cloth in the solution and drain well. Then clean the shutters on both sides in the closed position. Rinse the cloth as needed and continue until clean. Again, do not forget to dry them with a soft, clean cloth.

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Treat with care

Quality blinds are durable, but you should always be nice to them. When opening and closing the slats, turn the rod gently. If you plan to open the side blinds, make sure they are secure and do not hit the wall. This would damage the frame (not to mention the wall).

The best way to make sure your blinds are properly maintained is to consult the Plantation shutters manufacturers. If you do not have the documentation provided with the blinds, call the manufacturer or visit their website for information on their composition and instructions on how to preserve the life and appearance of your curtains.