Updated on June 5, 2024
Day 4: Clean Blinds. In just 31 days, get your home in tip-top shape. Today’s task is to clean the blinds on all the windows.
Welcome to day 4 of the 31 Days of Deep Cleaning Your Home series!
Clean Blinds
Today’s task is to clean your blinds.

Supplies:
Wood or Faux Wood Blinds
I have faux wood blinds. If you have wood or faux wood blinds, you can remove them from the window, lay them out on the ground (either inside or outside), spray them down with your favorite wood cleaner, and wipe them clean. You can also vacuum your blinds.
Neither of these methods works particularly well for me. This is one reason I dread this task.
The best way to clean my blinds is to wipe each blade. I use a solution of water, a few drops of dish soap, and a splash of vinegar in a standard-size bucket.
I use my microfiber cloth and squeeze as much of the soapy water solution out so it is barely damp. It takes some extra time, but this seems to thoroughly clean them.
Mini Blinds
For traditional plastic mini blinds, remove them from the window and place them outside on your driveway or in the bathtub. Spray them off and scrub them as needed with a soft bristle brush.
Allow them to dry completely before reinstalling.
Roman Shades or Honeycomb Blinds
Follow the instructions below to vacuum them. Spot-clean the fabric with dish soap and water or a small amount of baking soda mixed with the water.
Vacuum Blinds
If you clean your blinds more frequently, vacuuming them seems to work well.
Close the blinds. Use the brush attachment on your vacuum to remove the dust.
Flip the blinds and repeat on the other side.
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Clean Windows
Tomorrow and Saturday, we will be cleaning the windows inside and out. I clean each window from start to finish before moving on to the next window, so I am sharing what is coming up with you if you want to clean that way as well!
Day 5: Wash the Windows and Windowsills Inside
Day 6: Wash the Windows and Screens Outside
It is easiest to take the curtains down first to clean my windows. While they are washing and drying, I clean the blinds, wash the window inside, and then clean it outside in one room before moving on to another room.
Remember, if you feel overwhelmed or don’t have much time to devote to this task today, just focus on the dirtiest or most used rooms in your home.


This post is part of the 31 Days of Deep Cleaning Your Home series. In just 31 days, you can get your home in tip-top shape.
This series includes deep cleaning lists, tips and tricks, ideas, and how-tos.


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