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Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed from painted
blinds by using a soft, damp cloth. Stained blinds can be
treated with a lemon oil or other wood preservative.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent and water solution.
Bali Northern Lights cellular shades are easy to keep looking fresh
and new for years. Regular dusting with a feather duster is
recommended. When necessary, fabric and be lightly vacuumed
with a brush attachment.
If the cellular shades become soiled with topical dirt (i.e. dirt
that is resting on the surface of the fabric), we recommend that
the shade be spot cleaned using a soft cloth, a mild detergent and
warm water. Extra care should be used when clearing Cocoon
and Garden Retreat fabrics as the fabrics can permanently crease.
Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators, we cannot
recommend this method of cleaning.
Do not use strong detergents or spot removers. Dry cleaning
is NOT recommended.
Remove the shade from its window, open the shade and lay it out
on a clean, flat surface, such as a table or countertop. If the
shade is dusty, simply vacuum over it using an upholstery attachment.
For cleaning fingerprints or soiled spots on shades, we recommend
using an aerosol spray foam upholstery or fabric cleaner, such as
WooliteÆ or ScotchGardÆ upholstery cleaners.
Spray the foam cleaner over the entire area to be cleaned. Immediately
scrub the area with a clean damp sponge (back and forth gently)
until the stains are removed. If necessary, the entire shade may
be cleaned in this fashion. Be careful not to crush or wrinkle the
fabric.
Remove the excess water from the fabric by patting with a clean,
dry towel. Hang the shade up when completely dry.
Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators, we cannot
recommend this method of cleaning. Do not use strong detergents
or spot removers.
Dry cleaning is not recommended.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent and water solution.
The following cleaning instructions have been developed for the
fabric used in pleated shades.
Remove the pleated shade from its window, open the shade and lay
it out on a clean, flat surface, such as a table or countertop.
If the shade is dusty, simply vacuum over it using an upholstery
attachment.
For cleaning fingerprints or soiled spots on pleated shades, we
recommend using an aerosol spray foam upholstery or fabric cleaner,
such as Woolite" or ScotchGard" upholstery cleaners.
Spray the foam cleaner over the entire areas to be cleaned. Immediately
scrub the area with a clean damp sponge (back and forth gently in
the direction parallel to the pleats in the fabric) until the stains
are removed. If necessary, the entire shade may be cleaned in this
fashion. Be careful not to crush or wrinkle the fabric.
Remove the excess water from the fabric by patting with a clean,
dry towel. Hang the shade up when completely dry.
Frequent cleaning may tend to remove the fullness and body of the
pleated fabric. Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators,
we cannot recommend this method of cleaning.
Do not use strong detergents or spot removers.
Dry cleaning is not recommended.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent/water solution.
Graber Vertical Blinds
Aluminum Louvers: Can be cleaned with damp cloth and a mild detergent.
Vinyl Louvers: Can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Also, if a thin
film of mild detergent is left on louvers, it will eliminate static
electricity.
Fabric Louvers: Require only periodic vacuuming. For soiled fabrics,
we recommend a gradual progression through the following:
- Let the soil dry and try to gently pick it off the fabric.
- Gently scrub with warm water.
- Gently scrub with warm water and a mild detergent such as dishwashing
liquid.
Scotchgard® Treated Fabrics: Brighton, Lucia, Paradise, Taylor
- All are treated with Scotchgard fabric protector and require only
periodic vacuuming.
IMPORTANT: On all traversing vertical blinds without the E-Z Open
feature, louvers MUST BE IN FULL OPEN POSITION before traversing.
On all corded blinds, ALWAYS USE BOTH HANDS WHEN PULLING CHAIN OR
CORD, ONE HAND ON EACH STRAND. On all One Touch Control blinds,
ALWAYS TRAVERSE BLIND OPEN BY PUSHING WITH THE WAND, ALWAYS CLOSE
THE BLIND BY PULLING THE WAND.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed from painted
blinds by using a soft, damp cloth. Stained blinds can be
treated with a lemon oil or other wood preservative.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent and water solution.
Graber CrystalPleat cellular shades are easy to keep looking fresh
and new for years. Regular dusting with a feather duster is
recommended. When necessary, fabric and be lightly vacuumed
with a brush attachment.
If the cellular shades become soiled with topical dirt (i.e. dirt
that is resting on the surface of the fabric), we recommend that
the shade be spot cleaned using a soft cloth, a mild detergent and
warm water. Extra care should be used when clearing Cocoon
and Garden Retreat fabrics as the fabrics can permanently crease.
Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators, we cannot
recommend this method of cleaning.
Do not use strong detergents or spot removers. Dry cleaning
is NOT recommended.
Remove the shade from its window, open the shade and lay it out
on a clean, flat surface, such as a table or countertop. If the
shade is dusty, simply vacuum over it using an upholstery attachment.
For cleaning fingerprints or soiled spots on shades, we recommend
using an aerosol spray foam upholstery or fabric cleaner, such as
WooliteÆ or ScotchGardÆ upholstery cleaners.
Spray the foam cleaner over the entire area to be cleaned. Immediately
scrub the area with a clean damp sponge (back and forth gently)
until the stains are removed. If necessary, the entire shade may
be cleaned in this fashion. Be careful not to crush or wrinkle the
fabric.
Remove the excess water from the fabric by patting with a clean,
dry towel. Hang the shade up when completely dry.
Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators, we cannot
recommend this method of cleaning. Do not use strong detergents
or spot removers.
Dry cleaning is not recommended.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent and water solution.
The following cleaning instructions have been developed for the
fabric used in pleated shades.
Remove the pleated shade from its window, open the shade and lay
it out on a clean, flat surface, such as a table or countertop.
If the shade is dusty, simply vacuum over it using an upholstery
attachment.
For cleaning fingerprints or soiled spots on pleated shades, we
recommend using an aerosol spray foam upholstery or fabric cleaner,
such as Woolite" or ScotchGard" upholstery cleaners.
Spray the foam cleaner over the entire areas to be cleaned. Immediately
scrub the area with a clean damp sponge (back and forth gently in
the direction parallel to the pleats in the fabric) until the stains
are removed. If necessary, the entire shade may be cleaned in this
fashion. Be careful not to crush or wrinkle the fabric.
Remove the excess water from the fabric by patting with a clean,
dry towel. Hang the shade up when completely dry.
Frequent cleaning may tend to remove the fullness and body of the
pleated fabric. Due to the differences in ultrasonic cleaning operators,
we cannot recommend this method of cleaning.
Do not use strong detergents or spot removers.
Dry cleaning is not recommended.
Occasional light vacuuming with a brush attachment should keep
blinds clean. More severe soiling can be removed by using
a soft cloth and a mild detergent/water solution.
Graber Vertical Blinds
Aluminum Louvers: Can be cleaned with damp cloth and a mild detergent.
Vinyl Louvers: Can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Also, if a thin
film of mild detergent is left on louvers, it will eliminate static
electricity.
Fabric Louvers: Require only periodic vacuuming. For soiled fabrics,
we recommend a gradual progression through the following:
- Let the soil dry and try to gently pick it off the fabric.
- Gently scrub with warm water.
- Gently scrub with warm water and a mild detergent such as dishwashing
liquid.
Scotchgard® Treated Fabrics: Brighton, Lucia, Paradise, Taylor
- All are treated with Scotchgard fabric protector and require only
periodic vacuuming.
IMPORTANT: On all traversing vertical blinds without the E-Z Open
feature, louvers MUST BE IN FULL OPEN POSITION before traversing.
On all corded blinds, ALWAYS USE BOTH HANDS WHEN PULLING CHAIN OR
CORD, ONE HAND ON EACH STRAND. On all One Touch Control blinds,
ALWAYS TRAVERSE BLIND OPEN BY PUSHING WITH THE WAND, ALWAYS CLOSE
THE BLIND BY PULLING THE WAND.
- All Hunter Douglas products are made for a lifetime of wear-resistant,
trouble-free performance.
- Shade fabrics are specially treated to repel dust and dirt.
- Horizontal aluminum blinds are treated with Dust Shield,
an anti-static paint additive that inhibits dust build-up.
- Questions? Contact the Hunter Douglas
Customer Information Center at 1-800-937-7895.
- Detailed cleaning instructions are included with every Hunter
Douglas window fashion.
Dusting: Regular dusting maintains
a like-new appearance of most blinds, shades and sheers.
Vacuuming: For deeper cleaning, vacuum
gently with brush attachment of any vacuum cleaner.
Compressed Air or Hair Dryer (non-heat setting):
Blow dust off selected window coverings.
Spot-Cleaning: Spot-clean shades
and blinds with soft cloth or sponge moistened with lukewarm water.
Add mild detergent if needed. Blot gently to avoid creasing. Honeycomb
shades should be dried in fully lowered position.
Stain-finished wooden blinds: Water
may damage surface, so use lemon oil or wood preservative to clean.
Aluminum horizontal blinds. Use over-the-counter blind cleaner
with a soft cloth.
Vinyl and aluminum vertical blinds:
Reduce build-up of static electricity by applying a very thin film
of detergent on all slats and vanes.
Ultrasonic cleaning: Professional
ultrasonic cleaning is recommended for several products. Do not use this method for: Country
Woods blinds, Easy Glide, EasyRise, UltraGlide, Luminette Privacy Sheers,
Silhouette Bon Soir or metallized-backed shades.
Bathtub cleaning
- Immerse entire shade assembly in lukewarm water with mild detergent.
Wash for 5 minutes by gently moving liquid around with your fingers.
- Rinse with clear water.
- Close shade before removing from rinse water.
- Hold rails and tilt the shade to allow excess water to drain
off.
- Re-install damp shade into window opening.
- Lower shade all the way to allow it to dry completely.
Refer to the product links to the right for detailed cleaning instructions
for each product.
Certain honeycomb fabrics should not be immersed in water.
While beautiful and pleasing to the eye, all Comfortex Products
are designed to be durable, easily cared for and easily cleaned. Our
Woodwinds Blinds are inherently anti-static and repel dust but
occasional feather dusting or vacuuming made be necessary to keep
the slats clean and bright.
The durable polymer coating on Woodwinds slats resists chipping,
cracking or warping. Spills or stains can be cleaned with soap and
water. For this, remove the blind from the window and submerge, soak
and lightly rub. Slats are fully washable and will not be harmed if
exposed to water or humid conditions.
For additional advice on care or cleaning, contact Comfortex at www.comfortex.com.
The soft delicate feel of Shangri-La Window Shadings belies the
durability of the material. Shangri-La is made from sturdy, knitted
polyester fabric and may be feather dusted or vacuumed at a low
suction setting. Spots or stains can be lightly rubbed clean with a
damp sponge and mild soap. To avoid discoloration of the material,
we recommend against the use of chemical cleaners. Shangri-La may be
cleaned ultrasonically.
For additional advice on care or cleaning, contact Comfortex at www.comfortex.com.
Stardust Soft Sheer Verticals are easy to clean and maintain.
Stardust Soft Sheer Verticals require only periodic feather dusting
to keep them looking new. Spills and stains can be lightly blotted
with a cloth or damp sponge. More difficult stains may require
gentle washing in window with mild soap. For this, remove the vanes
from the window and submerge, soak and rub lightly. Lay flat to dry
or place back in the window. Stardust Soft Sheer Verticals may be
ultrasonically cleaned.
For additional advice on care or cleaning, contact Comfortex at www.comfortex.com.
The Comfortex fabric is easy to care for. Regular dusting with a
feather duster or vacuum cleaner brush is recommended. Most stains
can be blotted with a damp sponge and mild detergent. For problem
stains, the shade can be removed from the installation brackets and
soaked in warm water. When damp, raise shade tightly to recrisp
pleats. Before using anything stronger than mild detergent and
lukewarm water, test an unobtrusive corner of the shade. If you have
any questions, contact Comfortex at www.comfortex.com.
While beautiful and pleasing to the eye, all Comfortex Products
are designed to be durable, easily cared for and easily cleaned. Our
non-woven fabrics are inherently anti-static and repel dust but
occasional feather dusting or vacuuming may be necessary to keep the
fabrics clean and bright.
Spills or stains can be lightly blotted with a cloth or damp
sponge. More difficult stains may require soaking in water with mild
soap - For this, remove the shades from the window and submerge,
soak and lightly rub. Lay flat to dry or place back in window and
raise tightly to re-crisp pleats. Please test any stronger cleaners
on an unobtrusive portion of the shade before using.
For additional advise on care or cleaning, Comfortex at www.comfortex.com.
Serenade shades are as easy to clean, as they are to operate.
Serenade fabrics are anti-static and actually repel dusts.
Occasional vacuuming with a soft bristle attachment is all that is
needed. Also, the use of a feather duster or dust buster at a low
setting will help keep your shades clean and fresh. Serenade shades
may also be cleaned ultrasonically.
Sonata Sunscreens are easy to maintain and only require
occasional vacuuming with a soft brush attachment or washing with
mild soap. Soak a sponge or damp cloth with the soapy solution and
gently wipe or blot the stain from the fabric. Allow the shade to
air dry completely before raising.
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