How to Clean Roman Blinds

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BY Lisa Cooper

Published: 22 March 2019 Updated: 27 June 2024

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Tags: Blinds

Whether your style is built around traditional furnishings or a more contemporary look, Roman blinds are a luxurious way to add character to any room. And like any fabric furnishing, with a bit of care and attention, you can ensure that each elegant blind continues to look bright and vibrant throughout the year.

Dust-free

While Roman blind fabrics should always be handled with care, they can be kept clean and dust-free by using a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment. Simply lower the blind fully and carefully brush the surface of the fabric from top to bottom, taking special care around pleats and folds as dust can be more likely to settle there.

Special fabrics

If your Roman blind fabric is embroidered or quilted like the design pictured here, using a microfiber cloth or feather duster will help ensure that none of the pattern comes loose as you clean. Be sure not to miss the bottom or side edges of your blind when cleaning as contact with the window sill and frame can make these areas prone to collecting dust and fluff.

Neutral lounge with olive sofa and white cushions and throw in front of large window dressed in two Roman blinds with a green foliage pattern embroidered on a cream background.

Spot cleaning

If you spot a small mark on the fabric, first try to wipe it clean using a clean, damp cloth. To ensure that the material is not damaged, use a mix of warm soapy water and make sure to wring out the cloth after each attempt to avoid leaving watermarks on the material. For more stubborn stains you may need to apply a specialist fabric stain remover to your water mix. Always check first that the product you are using is suitable for your Roman blind fabric to ensure it will not further damage your blind.

Navy blue bedroom, bed with white and blue bedding to right, large window dressed in roman blind with white background and watercolour effect blue flowers.

Extra care

If your Roman blinds become heavily stained, we would always recommend that you take them to be professionally dry cleaned to guarantee the fabric remains in a good condition. This may require you to remove the fabric from its headrail - you should always consult the methods given by the supplier of your Roman blinds. Look for the dry clean symbol on the fabric swatch or tab within the material before attempting to take your blinds down.