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Don't Ruin Your Window Treatments: The Safe Way to Clean Honeycomb Shades

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Don't Ruin Your Window Treatments: The Safe Way to Clean Honeycomb Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 09 2024
Cleaning cellular (honeycomb) shades requires a gentle touch, primarily relying on vacuuming and compressed air for routine maintenance. While some fabric shades can be washed in a bathtub using mild detergent, paper-based blinds must stay dry, and steam cleaning should be avoided to protect the adhesive. For stubborn stains or delicate fabrics, professional ultrasonic cleaning is the safest option.
Save Your Shades: A Comprehensive Guide to Restringing Honeycomb Blinds

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Save Your Shades: A Comprehensive Guide to Restringing Honeycomb Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 30 2024
This article provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to restring cellular and honeycomb blinds, focusing on standard corded systems while addressing cordless and continuous loop variations. It covers essential tools, material selection, and troubleshooting tips to ensure a successful DIY repair. The guide emphasizes the importance of using the correct cord gauge and routing techniques to restore functionality to broken shades.
Are Honeycomb Blinds Worth It? A Guide to the Different Types of Cellular Shades for Your Home

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Are Honeycomb Blinds Worth It? A Guide to the Different Types of Cellular Shades for Your Home

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 27 2024
This article explores the various types of cellular shades, guiding readers through options based on cell construction, light control, and operation mechanisms. It highlights the functional differences between single and double cell designs and offers practical advice on choosing features like Top-Down/Bottom-Up lifts for specific home needs.
Don't Toss Them Yet: A Practical Guide to Rescuing Your Cellular Shades

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Don't Toss Them Yet: A Practical Guide to Rescuing Your Cellular Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 28 2024
This article provides a comprehensive guide on diagnosing and fixing common issues with cellular (honeycomb) shades, focusing on restringing and hardware replacement. It includes a personal anecdote about DIY repair and detailed steps for handling broken strings, faulty locks, and fabric tears. The piece concludes with advice on determining when a shade is beyond repair and answers frequently asked questions about materials.
Can You Paint Cellular Shades? The Risky Truth About Reviving Honeycomb Blinds

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Can You Paint Cellular Shades? The Risky Truth About Reviving Honeycomb Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 23 2024
Painting cellular shades is technically possible but highly risky, as it often stiffens the fabric and damages the lifting mechanism. The article details why standard paints fail and outlines a cautious method using fabric spray paint for those willing to take the gamble. It emphasizes that this DIY project should only be attempted on blinds that are otherwise destined for replacement.
My Cellular Shades Are Lopsided: A Practical Guide to Leveling Them

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My Cellular Shades Are Lopsided: A Practical Guide to Leveling Them

by Yuvien Royer on Jan 15 2024
This article provides a comprehensive guide on troubleshooting and repairing uneven cellular and honeycomb blinds. It covers specific adjustment techniques for both cordless and corded mechanisms, including resetting spring tension and adjusting bottom rail friction clips. The text also offers preventative advice to maintain level shades and avoid future mechanical issues.