How to Properly Clean Your Plastic Venetian Blinds

With just a little effort, you can get your venetian blinds looking like new again.

Plastic venetian blinds are a beautiful decor in your home, but they can collect a lot of dust and dirt. It's easy to ignore for a while, but sooner or later you need to attack that dust and dirt. You only need to use some common ingredients, though, to properly clean the venetian blinds.

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Baking soda
• Spray bottle
• Old white socks

Instructions

1. Pour about 3 tablespoons of baking soda into an empty spray bottle. Baking soda will help will help to remove the dank smell that the blinds may have and acts as a mild cleaning abrasive.

2. Fill the bottle with white distilled vinegar. White distilled vinegar is good to use because it's not harsh and won't ruin the plastic by discoloring it or removing the glossy shine. Gently shake the bottle until the solution is mixed.

3. Spray each individual blind. Place the old sock onto your hand and gently wipe the blinds down from top to bottom. The sock makes it easier to pick up the cleaning solution. Continue doing this until your blinds are completely clean and free of all dust and dirt.

Tips & Warnings

• This solution is easy and not costly. It is safe on the blinds and will not harm or damage them.

References

• Orion Blinds: How to Clean Plastic Blinds
• Mrs. Clean: How to Clean Blinds