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Plantation shutters are easy to clean and do not require heavy maintenance. On a regular basis, remove dirt and dust with a duster and/or a vacuum attachment. If your shutters are extra dirty, wipe them down with white vinegar to keep them clean. Make sure to avoid using too much liquid cleaner on plantation shutters, especially wooden shutters. Liquid cleaners can cause damage over time.
Things You Should Know
- Get rid of dust using a duster, vacuum attachment, and/or dryer sheets.
- Clean off dirt and grime with white vinegar.
- Try not to use water to clean your plantation shutters, and limit how often you use liquid cleaners.
Steps
Vacuum off lingering dust.[3] To more thoroughly remove dust, use your vacuum. Pop the upholstery attachment onto your vacuum cleaner. Run the attachment over the shutters to remove any stuck on dirt.[4]- It's also a good idea to vacuum the floor around your shutters, as some dust may fall on your carpet or floor during the cleaning process.
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Swipe a dryer sheet over your shutters. Dryer sheets actually help prevent dust from sticking to surfaces. After dusting your shutters, take a dryer sheet. Run it over each blind. This should lead to less dust build up in the future, cutting back on cleaning time.[5]
Wet a sock or cotton glove in a bowl of white vinegar. For easiest cleaning, you will wipe down your shutters with a sock or cotton gloves. Find a clean, fresh sock or glove and dip it in the white vinegar. Wring the sock or glove out until it's just barely damp.- White vinegar can be used to wipe any stains off of plantation shutters.[6] The amount you need depends on the size of your shutters and how much cleaning they will need.
Wipe down the shutters. Place your sock or glove over your hand. Run the sock or glove over each blind slowly. The white vinegar should remove dirt, debris, and any stains. For very dirty shutters, have another sock or glove on hand if the one you use gets dirty.
Keep wiping until your socks or gloves run clean. Wipe down each blind as many times as you need for the sock or glove to run clean. The final time you wipe, there should be no new dirt or debris on your sock or glove. The shutters should be looking much cleaner when you're done.- Remember to switch which sock or glove you're using if your sock or glove becomes very dirty. It's important not to simply rub dirt around on the shutters.
Refrain from using water to clean your shutters. As plantation shutters are usually made of wood, cleaning with water is not recommended. A regular dusting is usually all that is necessary to maintain plantation shutters. Water can cause the wood to warp or become discolored, so never use water as a cleaner on your shutters.[7]
Limit your use of liquid cleaners while cleaning. In general, stick to simple dusting to clean your shutters. You should only use liquid cleaners, such as vinegar, when shutters become very dirty. The less exposure to liquids plantation shutters have, the better.- Even when using a liquid cleaner, make sure you only use a small amount. Socks and rags soaked in liquid cleaners should be just barely damp before you apply them to plantation shutters.
Expert Q&A
- QuestionAre plantation shutters hard to keep clean?
David LiuDavid Liu is a Residential Cleaning Expert at Anita’s Housekeeping Referral Agency. Since 1994, Anita's has been connecting homeowners, renters, and property managers with experienced cleaning professionals who offer deep cleaning, green cleaning, general housekeeping, maid services, post-construction cleaning, and window cleaning. David holds a BS from Carnegie Mellon and an MBA from INSEAD.
Residential Cleaning ExpertNot at all! Plantation shutters just need a regular dusting to stay clean. If something's really stuck to the shutters, use a microfiber cloth or some water and vinegar to clean it off. - QuestionHow can I clean my plantation shutters with vinegar, and how much should I use?
Community AnswerPut one inch of white vinegar in a clean spray bottle, and fill the rest with water. Then spray the solution lightly on a clean cloth and wipe the shutters. Be sure to turn the cloth as needed so that you're always using a clean part of the cloth.
Tips
References
- ↑ David Liu. Residential Cleaning Expert. Expert Interview. 3 November 2021.
- ↑ https://blog.selectblinds.com/clean-shutters/
- ↑ David Liu. Residential Cleaning Expert. Expert Interview. 3 November 2021.
- ↑ https://blog.selectblinds.com/clean-shutters/
- ↑ https://blog.selectblinds.com/clean-shutters/
- ↑ David Liu. Residential Cleaning Expert. Expert Interview. 3 November 2021.
- ↑ http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/tips/a2524/painted-shutter-cleaning-apr03/
- ↑ David Liu. Residential Cleaning Expert. Expert Interview. 3 November 2021.
- ↑ http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/tips/a2524/painted-shutter-cleaning-apr03/
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If your plantation shutters are looking a little worse for wear, you can easily clean them with things you probably already have at home. To remove dust from your shutters, just wipe them with a duster or clean cloth. You can also help prevent dust from sticking to the shutters in the future by wiping them with a dryer sheet. To remove dirt and grime from your plantation shutters, wet a cotton cloth, sock, or glove with white vinegar, and wipe the shutters with it. Never use water or liquid cleaners on wood shutters, since this can warp or discolor them. For more tips, including how to vacuum your plantation shutters, read on!
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