Roman blinds require regular, light cleaning to maintain their look and feel. Because they are constructed from soft fabrics, such as cotton and linen, marks and stains can be more difficult to deal with. However, dust and dirt can be tackled easily. You can do this with a soft brush attachment and low setting on your vacuum cleaner. Open the blind fully and brush from top to bottom, focusing on the edges of the blind, which tend to collect more dust and dirt. You should only vacuum the front of your Roman blind.
Do not use stain remover on your Roman blind as this may affect the colour. You can use baby wipes to remove stains. If your blind is made from silk or faux silk, you should not attempt to clean it in any way.
The soft fabric of Roman blinds is susceptible to aromas around the home, including cooking and cigarette smoke. When the item can’t be washed, you can tackle smells with a shop-bought or homemade odour eliminator. Try sprinkling baking soda over the surface of your blind and leaving it for 24 hours, allowing any moisture to be absorbed. You can then vacuum your blind on a gentle setting.
As with any soft fabric, your cleaning methods should depend on the fabric. All fabric types come with different advice for cleaning, and if you are ever unsure, you should seek advice from a dry cleaner who is well aware of the composition of the fabric. You can also get in touch with our helpful team.
Top takeaways:
1. Take care when cleaning
2. Focus on the edges of the blind
3. Baby wipes should be used on stains
4. Try baking soda for stubborn odours
We do not advise washing them.