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Real Estate: The Oakville Beaver, W ednesday February 22, 2006 - RL17 Spring cleaning: how to clean your window treatments (NC)-It's almost that time of year again - time for the dreaded "spring cleaning". Everything must get done from the ceiling to the floor and yes even the windows - but don't neglect your blinds and shades. Here are some simple and effective tips from the experts at Blinds To Go superstores to help you through this year's cleaning of your blinds and shades. Aluminum and Vinyl Miniblinds Use ordinary soft, clean dust cloths, chemically treated dust cloths, vacuum cleaner brush attachments, or other available ordinary household aids. The paint surface of the slats is quite smooth and dust is easily brushed off if done at regular intervals. To vacuum, use the brush dust head attachment and tilt slats first up, then down (but not totally exposed) to reach the entire top and bottom surfaces. To dust, use a soft clean or chemically treated dust cloth and tilt the slats as above. To wash, use a damp cloth or sponge and mild detergent. Use warm or cold water - not hot water. Tilt the slats as above. Protect the floor or sill from excess water. The blind can also be taken down, placed in a bathtub of mild soapy water, then rinsed clean, wiped dry, or allowed to dry completely in the open air. Fabric Pleated Shades Most of the cellular shades, at Blinds To Go are anti-static, and they require very little cleaning. A light sweep with your vacuum cleaner brush attach ment is all that is needed to keep them dust free. For a more thorough clean ing, the entire shade assembly may be gently wiped with a soft damp cloth using lukewarm (not hot) water. Tctke special care when handling opaque shades to avoid crea-sing, and do not immerse them in water. For tougher stains, spot clean the area with mild detergent. Wood Blinds Special care must be taken when cleaning real wood blinds. Washing the blind is not recommended. Although the wood is sealed, water or even exces sive dampness may cause warping or discoloration of the slats. Since the surface of the slats is smooth, dust may be easily brushed off at regular inter vals using a clean soft dust cloth or a vacuum cleaner brush attachment. For more blinds and shade cleaning tips, visit a Blinds To Go superstore (1800-blinds-7 for store locations) or their web site at www.blindstogo.com r o y a l lepage Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Broket Another Award Winning Year www.suzannecoates.com POPULAR LAKESHORE WOODS!! Jump at the chance to own a bungalow just steps away from the Lake, and within walking distance to wooded trails and park settings! Located on one of the most popular streets in Lakeshore Woods, this National home is filled with hardwoods, open concept living ana is surrounded by windows ana natural light. 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