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Today it is difficult to find a room, the windows in which would not have been hung with blinds. They have been protecting people from the blinding rays of the sun and the prying eyes of passers-by for a long time. Manufacturers produce blinds from a variety of fabrics, which are often decorated with bright designs and interesting patterns. Using them, you can make the room more elegant and cozy. Like any piece of furniture, they often get dirty. Washing vertical fabric blinds is quite simple, it is only important to adhere to simple recommendations.
Is it possible to wash the blinds in the washing machine
Convenience of design, reliability, affordable cost, protection from ultraviolet radiation contributed to the fact that vertical fabric blinds are successfully used not only for window decoration, but also as a decoration for doorways. They can be made from different materials: cotton, polyester, aluminum, plastic. All products, especially fabric ones, regularly collect dust particles and other dirt. Therefore, they must be cleaned regularly.
The washing machine can be washed with vertical fabric blinds. Most experts do not recommend doing this, but if you approach this process responsibly, then the risk of damaging them is minimized. It's important to follow simple guidelines.
Before washing, you should run the rinse mode without immersing the blinds in the drum, so that all detergents from the last washings are rinsed out. Then you need to clean the compartment for washing powder. Only a few modes can be selected: "Delicates", "Hand wash", "Gentle wash". Do not wring out and rinse. It is worth considering that the temperature of the liquid should be in the region of 30–35 ˚C, no more than 400 revolutions. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.
It is important to choose the right detergent. Do not use washing powder. There is a high probability of damage to the lamellas, because often traces of powder remain on the fabric vertical blinds. It is advisable to buy a special gel for delicate clothing or wool products. Can be replaced with regular soap. It is not as effective at removing stains, but it will not damage the fabric.
When the process is complete, all rolls must be carefully unwound and carefully rinsed all vertical fabric strips in running water. You should not expose the blinds to a sharp temperature drop, because this can provoke deformation of the material.
Washing methods for blinds
There are many ways to wash fabric vertical blinds: hand wash, machine wash, using a steam cleaner. With the help of the latter, you don't even have to take them off. The device will remove all existing dirt and dust particles, all that remains is to remove the dark liquid. The treated fabric can be wiped with a rag soaked in soapy water with a little vinegar added. After that, the product must be wiped with clean water.
As an alternative to detergents, to reduce the chance of product damage, you should use these detergents:
- Liquid stain remover... A detergent designed specifically for delicate fabrics is suitable.
- Ammonia... It is necessary to dilute the ammonia with clean water. It can even get rid of ink stains by adding a pinch of baking soda.
- Lemon juice... Effectively removes beverage stains. You should not apply juice to colored fabric blinds, because lemon can lighten them.
Berry stains can be removed with nail polish remover, but only those that do not contain acetone will work.
How to wash vertical blinds in a washing machine
Many people clean fabric blinds with washing machines without any problems, although many experts strongly advise against doing this. It is important to adhere to the following rules:
- Before placing the blinds in the drum, it is necessary to remove dust particles with a vacuum cleaner, old stains should be washed by hand.
- The vertical stripes should be rolled up into rolls of 6 pieces and placed in fabric bags. Any unnecessary piece of fabric will do for this.
- You can wash at a temperature of at least 35 degrees, without spinning.
- Only natural detergents, baby soap, wool stain remover are suitable.
When the process comes to an end, you need to make sure that there are no marks on the fabric vertical blinds. Can be rinsed again in the washing machine.
How to manually clean vertical blinds
Washing vertical fabric blinds at home using the most delicate method can only be done by hand.
Washing in the bathroom... First you need to pour water at room temperature. If the rolls are brightly colored, then fill the tub with cool water. Add a little detergent. It is necessary to place the product in the bath so that it does not bend, otherwise it can be damaged. You should leave them for one hour, then clean them with a rag, wait half an hour. If the blinds are completely clean, rinse them with water. If dirt remains, you can clean it again.
Synthetic products are able to withstand cleaning with a clothing stiff brush. When cleaning cotton and linen products, use a soft sponge or cloth.
Washing in a basin... Fill the container with water, add a little stain remover. The strips must be carefully rolled up, pulled together with an elastic band. Place them in cloth bags. Soak for an hour. If they are still stained, you can wait another hour. Then rinse under running water.
How to wash fabric blinds without removing from the curtain rod
In order for the blinds to please with their appearance, they must be regularly looked after. You can wash them 2 times a year, but if the stains appeared earlier, it is worth cleaning them, and it is not necessary to remove them from the windows. It is very easy to do this:
- First you need to remove the dust with a vacuum cleaner. For this, a nozzle with a soft brush (with which upholstered furniture is usually cleaned) and the most delicate mode are suitable.
- Then you need to dilute warm water with liquid gel.
- It remains to soak a cloth in the detergent and wipe the vertical fabric blinds. When the water darkens, change.
- And the last step is to fill the basin with clean water and rinse all strips to wash off the remaining gel.
To keep the fabric looking longer, you can wipe the item with a diluted conditioner.
Features of washing various types of blinds
Different types of vertical fabric blinds wash in almost the same way. There are only a few minor differences.
How to wash roller blinds
As a rule, roller blinds do not need to be washed during the first years of use.But it is necessary to clean them with a sponge at least once every six months. You can simply wipe them down with a cloth dampened in cool water. The entire surface must be cleaned. It remains only to collect moisture with a dry sponge and spread it out to allow them to dry completely.
How to wash horizontal blinds
It is important to remember that horizontal fabric blinds are slightly curved, and the change of position is carried out using ropes and a special design. Therefore, you can clean them of dirt by directing the water at the same angle to get rid of stains on the removable parts of the product.
How to clean vertical blinds
You can wash them in the same way as usual. Before placing them in the washing machine, they should be prepared: remove the strips, carefully twist them into a roll, place them in a cloth bag. The lamellas do not need to be disconnected. Pour detergent into a container. Wash, rinse and dry.
Tips for drying blinds
After removing all stains and dirt, dry them. It is necessary to hang the blinds on a rope, securing them with clothespins. Do not break the product, because bends may remain.
Wait until excess moisture drains, you can hang them in the bathroom or on the balcony. It is advisable to place them in a dark place where there is no direct sunlight.
Blinds that are not dry can be hung on windows. So they will quickly take the correct form. Do not open the window until they are completely dry.
Blinds care rules
Most experts strongly advise against washing vertical fabric blinds if they are heavily soiled. It is important to take into account that all products are impregnated with different compositions. This impregnation may not react well to powders, which can damage the fabric. It can fade, decrease in size, so it will be impossible to use them in the future. It is impossible to find out in advance how the impregnation will react to washing powder, so the owners of expensive fabric blinds should not take such risks. In this case, it is better to entrust the laundry to a cleaning company or regular dry cleaner, which can help clean the product from old stains.
It is important to read the care instructions provided with the purchase of vertical fabric blinds in order to properly care for them. Indeed, some materials can easily stretch or shrink, fade or deform.
The blinds are treated with a special dust-repellent compound, so they can be cleaned of dirt no more than 2 times a year. Indeed, due to the effect of the detergent, the coating is washed out and cannot fully fulfill its protective properties, so the blinds will become stained faster.
It is recommended to wash the product at the same time as washing the windows.
To avoid the appearance of creases during drying, it is recommended to iron the strips with an iron through the fabric. Do not heat the iron too much, and if possible, it is better to steam them with a steam generator.
Conclusion
Washing vertical fabric blinds at home is easy. You can wipe them with a sponge, wash them every six months using a mild detergent. The product can last a long time and maintain its appearance when properly dried. In the presence of old and stubborn dirt, it is advisable not to try to remove the stains yourself, but to entrust this matter to professionals.
