How To Clean Vertical Blinds In Bathtub

Plug the drain and fill the tub with cold water until it covers the blind or slats.

How to clean vertical blinds in bathtub.

Warm water is always much better it s just as efficient at stain removal yet won t ruin any glued sections. Washing with hot water can melt the glue unravelling the fold and exposing the weight. To clean them start by dusting them with a microfiber cloth. Turn on the showerhead to rinse the blind with fresh warm water.

To remove dust from vinyl vanes wipe down the slats with a microfiber cloth. Fill the bathtub with warm water and dish soap. Use water that s warm but not too hot to the touch. Abrasive cleaners may scratch the surface of your blinds so use caution.

Drain the soapy water with the blind still in the bathtub. Dry each slat with a soft towel. Add 2 or 3 cups of liquid bleach to the cold water as you. Transfer the slats or entire blind to your bath tub.

Do not use water on wood blinds. You can clean fabric vertical blinds without removing the vanes. Spread out a tarp outdoors or place the blinds in a bathtub depending on their size and stiffness. Keep filling the tub until you can completely submerge your blinds in the water.

Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Wash the slats with warm soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge. If the blinds are plastic or metal and you want to leave them in place to clean them make a 50 50 solution of warm water and white vinegar in a bowl or bucket. Put a few drops of liquid dish soap in the tub to help clean off any dirt or grime from the blinds.

Mix in a little mild dishwashing soap.