Deep Clean Your Window Treatments in Three Easy Steps

When was the last time you deep cleaned the custom curtains in your NY apartment? Don’t worry, we won’t tell anyone if it’s been awhile! Follow M&R Fantasy Blinds’ tips for cleaning your drapes, fabric shades and wooden blinds in three easy steps!

Fabric Shades

1. Before you begin cleaning, check the tags to see if the shade is made of cotton, canvas or a treated fabric (which can usually be cleaned using water). If your shades are made of linen, silk or wool, you’ll have to dry clean them. First, vacuum the shade. Next, submerge it in a bathtub (leaving the wood or metal mounts exposed) filled with a few inches of cool water and a few capfuls of Woolite.

2. Once the shades have soaked for 5-10 minutes, gently agitate the shade to lift the dust and drain the tub. Refill it with clean water and swish the shade around to rinse it.

3. After blotting any excess water with a towel (make sure it’s colorfast!), use a clothespin to slip the fully extended shade to the shower rod to dry.

Drapes

1. Open pleats by gently tugging on the drapes. Use the brush attachment to vacuum each panel on a low setting. If your drapes are made of loosely woven or delicate fabrics, hold the brush a few inches away.

2. Dust and dirt tend to gather on the lower foot and hem of drapes, so pay special attention to these areas.

3. Apply baby powder to a clean toothbrush and gently brush the spot to get rid of smudges (often caused by pets).

Wooden Blinds

1. Dust or vacuum the blinds.

2. Angle the blinds downward and prepare a solution of water and a few capfuls of dishwashing liquid. Wash each slate with a damp rag, using a dry rag to sop up excess liquid. Flip the blind and repeat on the other side.

3. Pull the shade all the way up to fully extend the cord and run a damp rag up and down it once. Use a dry towel to catch any water.