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How to Clean Window Treatments

Imagine your child slipping, and the juice they carried soared through the air and splattered all over the kitchen floor and window treatments. You know how to clean your floor—you’ve done it a thousand times—but how do you clean your window treatments? It may seem like a daunting task, but the answer is much simpler.

Sitting room with long window outfitted with Hunter Douglas Sonnette® Roller Shades at Geneva’s Interiors near Federal Way, WA

Instructions for cleaning window treatments vary depending upon the window treatments you have, whether they're wood, faux wood, metal, or fabric, and the specific fabrics you've selected. For tips on cleaning window treatments near Federal Way, Washington, Geneva's Interiors can help you figure out just what you need to do.

How to Clean Hunter Douglas Window Treatments: Wood Blinds and Shutters

Wood, faux wood blinds, and shutters should be dusted regularly to help them maintain their appearance. You should gently brush or dust them with a dusting mitt or a soft, clean cloth and close them most of the way so the slats aren't touching. You can also use your vacuum's brush attachment to gently remove loose dust and debris.

Cleaning Window Treatments: Metal Blinds and Vinyl Shutters

To clean metal blinds and vinyl shutters, dust them with a dusting mitt or the brush attachment of a vacuum. If that doesn't quite fix the problem because it's dirt, juice, or something unidentifiable, you can use mild soap and water and gently dab at the stain. You can also use an over-the-counter blinds cleaner for your metal blinds. For both blinds and shutters, avoid anything with an ammonia base, as this could damage them.

Cleaning Fabric Window Treatments

For regular care, dust your fabric window treatments with a soft, clean cloth. You can also use a brush attachment and brush them vertically for nearly everything except Luminette® Privacy Sheers.

If your window treatment needs to be spot-cleaned, gently dab it with a cloth, use a mild detergent and lukewarm water. Avoid rubbing, as this can damage the fabrics.

There are some exceptions for cleaning window treatments by spot-cleaning. These need to use another method, or the fabric could be damaged. If you need clarification, call and ask. Avoid spot cleaning your window treatments if you have:

How to Clean Hunter Douglas Cellular Window Treatments

Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades and Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades can and should be dusted regularly with a soft, clean cloth or a vacuum brush. You should also blow air into the cells using a hair dryer or compressed air to clear them of dust or dead bugs. They should not be spot-cleaned. Instead, contact a Hunter Douglas dealer to clean them using an injection and extraction method.

Contact Us About Cleaning Window Treatments Near Federal Way, Washington

If you still need help cleaning your Hunter Douglas window treatments or have questions or concerns, contact Geneva's Interiors. We can guide you through the process. If you're still looking for Hunter Douglas window treatments and have a busy household, consider something as beautiful as it is durable and easy to clean.

At Geneva's Interiors, we can help you make selections based on your needs and lifestyle. We also carry drapery, valances, area rugs, custom bedding, and fabrics. Our services include window treatment repair and upholstery. Call or fill out our online contact form to request a consultation. We proudly serve Federal Way, Tacoma, and Des Moines, Washington. Contact us today to get started!