Be sure to dry the floor immediately after steam cleaning with a clean dry microfiber cloth or mop.
Cleaning laminate blinds.
If your venetian blinds are wooden use the cleaning method outlined above.
After mopping go over floors with a dry microfiber cloth or a dry mop to ensure no water remains on the laminate.
For deeper cleaning you can use a steam mop very sparingly on laminate floors.
To easily keep faux wood blinds clean dust them by using a feather duster a microfiber cloth or a vacuum with a brush attachment.
Tools for cleaning blinds there s really no one best way to clean blinds.
To clean metal and vinyl blinds follow this method.
Read on for tips about cleaning blinds of both varieties.
How to clean fabric blinds.
When you re dusting make sure to adjust the blinds to clean both sides of the slats.
To clean dirt stains and grime make a mixture of mild detergent and warm water and dip a cloth into the soapy water.
Dip the sock in the solution and wipe each slat.
Let the blinds air dry or wipe them dry them with a cloth.
Most laminate systems allow you to remove and replace one plank in just minutes without harming the rest of your floor.
Since the blinds are vinyl they may be washed with a mild soap and water.
Finish by wiping each slat again with a sponge dampened in fresh clean water.
Routine laminate floor cleaning.
Never use soaps or detergents on laminate.
Fortunately cleaning blinds isn t that difficult of a task.
Take the blinds outside to your patio or driveway and lay them on a small rug or piece of carpet.
To deep clean your faux wood venetian blinds follow the steps for faux wood blinds above.
A little laminate cleaner or white cleaning vinegar mixed with a clean soft cloth should suffice.
Start by gently vacuuming the blinds.
Clean your blinds once a month and the dust will never get too bad.
If one laminate plank is damaged beyond repair don t despair.
To clean mini blinds use the 50 50 solution and put a clean sock over your hand.
Thankfully there are plenty of other ways to keep your laminate flooring clean and protected.
Rinse the sock under running water as needed.
Wet a car washing brush and brush the blinds from side to side and then turn them over and brush the other side.
Most are made from either wood or plastic.
And figuring out how to clean blinds is as simple as knowing what material they are made of.
If you want to give an even more thorough clean you can use a vacuum.
Blinds that are well taken care of should last for decades even though most only have a warranty of five years.
Vinyl blinds splattered with grease such as in a kitchen require a bit more cleaning than blinds that are simply dusty.