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Cleaning Procedures
Like any fine furnishings, Hunter Douglas wood, alternative wood and aluminum blinds should be
cleaned regularly to keep them looking new.
Wood, Alternative Wood and Aluminum Blinds
Dust regularly. Use a soft clean cloth, chemically-treated dust cloth or dusting mitt. Lower
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the blind to its full length, tilt the slats almost all the way down and dust. Then tilt the slats
almost all the way up and dust. (Not closing the slats all the way allows dusting where the
slats overlap.)
Blinds may also be vacuumed. Use the brush attachment and tilt the slats up and down as
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described for dusting.
Another way to clean blinds is simply by wiping them with a soft, damp cloth.
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Wood Blinds Only
Stained blinds, like wood furniture, should be treated periodically with lemon oil or other
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wood preservative to protect their finish and enhance their luster.
Alternative Wood and Aluminum Blinds
Wash only the slats using a non-abrasive mild detergent solution. Allow to air dry to preserve
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the dust repellent properties of the slats.
For a more thorough cleaning, bottom rails and slats may be immersed in a bathtub. Do not
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immerse headrails or wood bottom rails. Bathtub cleaning is not recommended for blinds
with wide tapes.
Important:
Hunter Douglas does not recommend ultrasonic cleaning of wood, alternative
wood or aluminum blinds.
A NOTE ABOUT WOOD PRODUCTS: Our wood blinds are true wood products, made
from 100% wood. There will be variations in color, grain, texture, and warp that are
characteristics of all wood. These variations will be especially visible in blinds with light
color stains. The variations are normal and natural, and are considered acceptable quality.
