Think about how much work your window treatments are able to achieve for your home on a daily basis. They provide privacy, protect your furniture and flooring from the harmful UV rays of the sun, add style and panache to your home, and minimize glare on your television screens. To ensure that your window solutions will be able to perform optimally for years to come, simple maintenance is a great strategy. Let Budget Blinds of Greenwich guide you through the right steps to take to keep your window solutions clean and working properly.

Especially in the summer months, your window treatments can be under stress, thanks to extreme heat and the destructive UV rays of the sun. So this is a perfect time to spend a little time inspecting for damage and showing some love to your window solutions. Check all of your window solutions, including drapes, blinds, shutters, and shades. Run your hands around them and use a keen eye to find anything that feels out of place, including:

Fraying cords
Warped, cracked, or broken slats
Lift mechanisms that aren’t operating smoothly
Excessive dust or dirt on slats

For window solutions that are dusty or grimy, it is simple to spruce them up with just a few steps, freshening them up to improve their appearance as well as their functionality. The soft brush attachment is a great way to remove dust regularly, using a gentle hand to loosen and take off the dust. Spot cleaning is normally safe but always check the manufacturer’s instructions before using any water-based solutions. A soft cloth is always perfect for dust blinds made of bamboo, reeds, or wood.

While your window treatments are protecting your home and belongings, they can sustain damage from the rays of the sun like fading or discoloration. You can help to slow down this process and help keep your fabric window solutions looking at their peak by keeping your treatments open during the day to keep them out of the sun or by using sheer curtains while the sun is out. Consider a liner for your treatments to extend their life by letting them avoid sun exposure as well as helping increase your home’s energy efficiency.

If you notice that your window solutions aren’t functioning properly, it may be time to consider upgrading to new choices, especially to avoid accidents and keep your home protected. This is the perfect time to investigate new, energy-efficient options. This path will help to keep your energy bills lower, making new window solutions a cost-effective choice in the long run.

Budget Blinds of Greenwich is here to show you the best window solutions for any room in your home. Call 203-580-3362 to schedule your free consultation and we’ll bring the showroom to your home. By seeing your space, decor, and aesthetic, we can show you options that will dazzle and delight you. We are thrilled to offer products in every price range with a warranty that can’t be beaten. Let us help you fall in love with your home all over again!

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