How To Clean Yellowed Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are a practical and versatile choice for your windows, but they can also get yellowed over time. This can happen due to exposure to sunlight, smoke, or other factors that can cause discoloration. Yellowed blinds can make your windows look dull and unappealing, and also affect the quality of the light in your home.

But don’t worry, we have some easy ways to clean your yellowed vertical blinds and make them look bright and white again. You don’t need any fancy tools or products, just some common household items and a little bit of elbow grease. Here’s how to do it:

The best way to clean yellowed vertical blinds is to use bleach and water. Bleach is a powerful cleaner that will remove any stains and restore the original color of your blinds. Here’s what you need to do:

• Lower the blinds and close the slats completely. This will make them easier to handle and clean.
• Remove the blinds from the fixtures at the top of the window. Be careful not to bend or damage the slats as you take them down.
• Fill your bathtub with cold water and 3 cups of liquid bleach. Wear protective gloves and goggles to avoid contact with the bleach.
• Soak the blinds in the bathtub for 10 minutes. Swirl them around occasionally to make sure they are fully submerged and coated with the bleach solution.
• Rinse the blinds with warm water and dry them with a towel. You can also hang them back on the window and open the slats slightly to let them air dry faster.
• Reattach the blinds to the fixtures and check if they work properly.

That’s it! Your vertical blinds are now clean and white, and ready to brighten up your windows again. But if you want to avoid having to bleach them too often, you should also dust them regularly with a cloth or a duster.

FAQs

Q: How often should I clean my yellowed vertical blinds? A: It depends on how yellowed they get, but generally you should clean your yellowed vertical blinds at least once a year. You can also spot-clean them as needed with a damp cloth and some mild detergent.

Q: Can I use vinegar or soap to clean my yellowed vertical blinds? A: No, vinegar and soap are not effective for removing yellow stains from vertical blinds. Stick to bleach or a mild detergent instead.

Q: What if my vertical blinds are made of fabric or wood? A: Fabric and wood vertical blinds are more delicate than plastic or metal ones, so you should avoid using bleach or water on them. Instead, use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment or a dry cloth to dust them. You can also use a fabric cleaner or a wood cleaner for spot-cleaning.

That’s all for now!

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Dale

Dale is the colorful mind behind HuetifulHomes.com, where he shows you how to create a home that is as fun and fabulous as you are. He has a passion for color and a knack for DIY, with years of interior design experience he shares his tips and tricks on how to create a home that reflects your personality and style. He believes that color is the key to happiness, and he wants to help you make your home more Huetiful.