We all know that plastic mini blinds are magnets for filth, and they're nearly impossible to clean without kicking a ton of dust into the air. Next time you tidy up the house, try giving the blinds a ...

Blinds and drapes can do so much for a room. Not only are they practical, letting the light in during the day then cocooning you in for a good night’s sleep, but they also add a decorative touch to ...

Blinds and drapes can do so much for a room. Not only are they practical, letting the light in during the day then cocooning you in for a good night’s sleep, but they also add a decorative touch to ...

Dr. Nafeesah Allen is a multilingual communications strategist and global real estate investor with nearly 15 years of experience. She began writing about home improvement and design over four years ...

Beautiful fabric blinds? Yes, please. The job of keeping them clean? No, thank you. Versus something like shutters or Venetian blinds, it's harder to keep textiles looking fresh, but there are easier ...

Wooden blinds are a step above standard white aluminum or mini blinds, and they add character and function to any space. However, the regular cleaning that wooden blinds need can seem tricky and ...

Most of us have at least one set of mini-blinds in our home to help keep out hot sun. They also can offer privacy. "Since these window coverings are usually in front of open windows or above heating ...

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