Dear Heloise: What is the best and easiest way to clean miniblinds?—Debra Johnson, via e-mail

It depends on the blinds. Are they made from wood, metal or fabric? How dirty are they? Dusting can be done easily with a microfiber cloth, static duster, clean cloth or even the vacuum-cleaner brush attachment on all blind types.

For metal or plastic blinds, a quick, light cleaning is as easy as using alcohol-only pre-moistened towelettes (not ones with oil or other additives, as this will cause dirt to stick to the blinds). Test first: Wipe a small spot and let dry. If all is...

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