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1. CLEAN YOUR BLINDS FOR vertical blinds use the upholstery brush on your vacuum cleaner. Most Roman blinds need to be dry-cleaned so make sure you remove the blind from the headrail with care and take out the horizontal rods and bottom bar. Roller blinds, pleated and woodweave blinds can all be dusted down with a dry or damp cloth. Shutters and Venetian blinds need to be cleaned with a dry or damp cloth but for a quick once over, a feather duster does the trick too. Or pop on a pair of cotton gloves and use your fingers between the slats for a thorough clean. Very dirty Venetian blinds can be washed with a mild household detergent. Visit www.hillarys.co.uk or call 0800 916 6516 for more info on blinds.

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Author: ANGELA MACFARLANE