How To Clean Your Blinds Without Taking Them Off The Wall

🧼 “No-Take-Down” Blind Cleaning Recipe

🧾 What You’ll Need:

Supplies:

• Microfiber cloths or dusting mitt

• Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment

• Bucket or bowl

• Warm water

• Dish soap (mild, non-abrasive)

• White vinegar (optional, for greasy buildup)

• Old sock or soft glove (optional)

• Spray bottle (optional)

🧽 Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Close the blinds

• Close the blinds so they’re flat in one direction (facing you).

• For vertical blinds, just ensure they’re all aligned in one direction.

Step 2: Dry dusting

• Use a microfiber cloth, duster, or vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment.

• Start at the top and work your way down.

• Wipe each slat side to side (for horizontal) or top to bottom (for vertical).

• Optional: Use an old sock on your hand for better control.

Step 3: Flip and repeat

• Rotate the blinds in the opposite direction to expose the other side.

• Repeat the dry dusting process.

Step 4: Deep clean with soap solution

• Mix a cleaning solution:

  • 1 quart warm water

  • 1 tsp mild dish soap

  • (Optional) Add 1-2 tbsp vinegar if dealing with grease (e.g., kitchen blinds).

• Dip a clean cloth in the solution, wring it out so it’s damp, not dripping.

For each slat:

• Wipe both the top and bottom sides.

• Rinse cloth frequently.

• If using a sock or glove, dip it in the solution and pinch each slat between your fingers.

Step 5: Dry the blinds

• Use a dry microfiber cloth or towel.

• Remove any moisture to prevent streaks or warping (especially on wood blinds).

🛑 Important Tips:

• Wood blinds: Avoid excess moisture. Use only a slightly damp cloth and skip vinegar.

• Fabric blinds or shades: Use a vacuum with upholstery brush. Spot clean with water + mild soap.

• Stuck-on grime: Let a damp cloth sit on the slat for a few seconds before wiping.

⏱️ Maintenance Schedule:

• Light dusting: Weekly or biweekly

• Deep cleaning: Every 1–3 months depending on location (kitchen blinds need it more often)

Let me know the type of blinds you have or if you want a natural (DIY non-toxic) version of the cleaning solution.