Vinyl mini blinds have been a staple in the industry for years and they will continue to see frequent use. They are a tried and true window covering that consumers will continue to turn to in the years to come. Why are they such a timeless staple? They\’re timeless because they\’re affordable. And that\’s a universal and timeless quality that never goes out of style.

Affordability is often a high priority for a portion of consumers. But during a recession affordability becomes a priority for almost everyone and an even higher priority for many. Another aspect of the \”purchase\” that becomes more important is the care and cleaning that takes place regularly after the product is installed. Owners see the importance of performing regular maintenance and cleaning because it increases product function and extends the usable life of the vinyl mini blinds. To clean vinyl mini blinds:

1. Feather dust regularly. Most owners find this is easy and convenient and takes care of a majority of the problem.

2. If feather dusting isn\’t quite doing the job owners should start with a damp rag. Running the rag gently along each slat from side to side will often remove any dirt, dust or debris. Make sure the rag isn\’t wet; just damp.

3. When owners find themselves with vinyl mini blinds that haven\’t been cleaned/maintained as well as they should have the blinds could require a more intensive cleaning. In this case owners take the blinds down and carry them outside. By laying them out carefully in an appropriate outdoor area owners can spray them off with water through a household hose.

4. In situations where there is no appropriate outdoor area to spray off the products owners should place the dirty vinyl mini blinds in a bathtub filled with warm water and an all purpose cleaner. After soaking for a few minutes the blinds can be jostled around; dirt and debris should wash away fairly easily and quickly.

5. And as a last resort owners can keep the car wash in mind. This would involve transporting wet blinds, but it\’s worth it if it saves the vinyl mini blinds from being discarded because they can\’t be cleaned. Owners can take advantage of the affordable high power water spraying devices at the car wash to really spray off the blinds.

Most of the time owners of vinyl mini blinds find that regular dusting is all that is needed to keep their products in tip top shape. But those who find themselves needing to resort to a more intensive cleaning process find the design that allows the product to be removed for cleaning a definite advantage. And removing the blinds is simple and easy; any DIYer can accomplish the task quickly.

Chris Stanley is a window coverings expert at Blinds Chalet. Their focus on high quality, company tested and approved window coverings at budget prices has made Blinds Chalet a resource for everything shades related. With over 25 years of experience in the window coverings industry, Blinds Chalet successfully educates consumers about purchasing and installing shades before they buy.