THERE are many benefits to vertical blinds, they look stylish, block light and keep heat out in the winter. But while they're an easy alternative to curtains they are notoriously difficult to clean.

Whether you choose vertical blinds or horizontal blinds will depend on the direction of sunlight, the size of your windows or doors and how they open, and a number of other practical reasons. Both ...

Cleaning fixed window treatments is a task we often put off because of the hassle of taking them down. But there are various clever ways to clean blinds while hanging up for dust-free windows that let ...

BLIND types vary in how much care they require to remain in pristine condition, says an expert. She shared her cleaning hacks for the styles most popular with homeowners. Aspinall said all types of ...

The easiest way to keep them clean and in perfect working order is having a cleaning and maintenance routine. The type and material of your blinds, determines the cleaning method. Blinds are great for ...

Q: How do you clean the white cords on vertical blinds? Dirt, grease and stuff from hands leave dark marks on these cords. A: Use a sponge dipped in a bucket of warm water and hand dishwashing liquid ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There’s a long list of cleaning chores to keep track of at home. Some, like washing the laundry and ...

Whether you choose vertical blinds or horizontal blinds will depend on the direction of sunlight, the size of your windows or doors and how they open, and a number of other practical reasons. Both ...