Let's face it, blinds are dusty and gross. Worse still, when the sun shines just so, anyone you welcome into your home will be able to see just how badly you’ve neglected your window dressings. But ...

Blinds and curtains 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, they also add a decorative element 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 ...

Cleaning fixed window treatments is a task we often put off because of the hassle of taking them down. But there are various clever ways to clean blinds while hanging up for dust-free windows that let ...

Blinds can be an easy and functional alternative to drapes. They can also be dust-magnets that let in more light than you want. How do you find the right kind for you, and keep them clean once you ...

Window blinds are notoriously tricky to clean, and even more so when you’re dealing with slats or plantation shutters. Thoroughly cleaning both sides of every single slat to rid them of the dreaded ...

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Cleaning can be a daunting task, but it’s possible to get an immaculate house in one day. We asked a professional for tips on ...

Does last night’s warmed-over spaghetti sauce have your microwave looking like it has the measles? Do clouds of dust rise off your blinds when you open them? Is there a charred pool of cake batter ...