How Can You Keep Your PC Shutters Looking Great for Years to Come?

PVC shutters are a great addition to any home’s interior. It’s an easy, low maintenance window covering that offers functional ease yet aesthetic appeal at the same time. However, window shutters quickly start to lose their appeal once they become dirty. The problem, however, is that many people fail to identify this until it’s too late, and the appearance of their window coverings have degraded badly.

However, there’s no need to fret. One of the great benefits of PVC shutters as your window covering of choice is that it’s easy to clean and maintain. Do yourself a favour and stay on top of its maintenance, however, so that you don’t ever have to deal with it when dirt has caked on, and grime has set in. Also be wary of using the wrong tools to clean these blinds, as this could end up drastically cutting its lifespan in half.

Make sure you’re using supplier-recommended cleaning products, and that you don’t use any abrasive cleaning material on your window blinds. Let’s take a look at three other ways you can keep your PVC shutters looking brand new for years to come.

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#1 PVC Shutters Require Routine Cleaning

One of the reasons PVC shutters are so easy to maintain is that it’s so easy to clean. However, as with most other things in life, if you don’t continuously take care of it, it becomes progressively harder to maintain. Avoid this, and adopt a cleaning routine that will help you to stay on top of your window covering’s maintenance and upkeep.

By doing so, you ensure that you won’t ever be caught off guard by the amount of grime that packs onto the shutters. The last thing you want to do is to be stuck with cleaning sticky, messy and filthy shutters.

#2 Avoid Common Mistakes When Cleaning PVC Shutters

It can be easy to become over-enthusiastic when trying to maintain your PVC shutters. It’s always recommended to first spot test any new cleaner you’d like to use on your shutters. Prior to applying it to your window treatment, apply the cleaner to a small spot on the blinds first. Wash the cleaner off, and check on your shutters in a few hours.

Should there be no visible damage to your shutters, it’s probably safe to use on your blinds. If you notice any irritation or outright damage, avoid using that cleaner at all, and try another one. Also avoid letting cleaners dry on the shutters, as this can lead to irreparable damage, or permanently blight the appearance of your blinds. This is the last thing you want to do if you want to keep your shutters looking good for years to come.

#3 The Simplest Approach Might Be the Most Effective

The last tip we have for you is to keep things simple. While it might be tempting to always want to go the complex route, and choose expensive treatments and maintenance programs, never underestimate the value of a damp cloth. By dusting your shutters regularly with a dampened cloth, and drying it off thoroughly with paper towel, you can do wonders for the appearance of your shutters.

Choose Blinds Mart for Beautiful and Durable PVC Shutters

At Blinds Mart, we’ve been providing South African businesses and homeowners with the finest quality window treatments available for many years. Our team of seasoned industry professionals continues to work hard to drive innovation in our sector, and to far exceed all expectations placed on us.

Turn to us for all your PVC shutter needs, and let us help you choose the best window treatment for your property. To learn more about us, and why we’re your first choice for quality window treatment, speak to us today. We look forward hearing from you.

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