The windows of many modern rooms are decorated with blinds. Over time, they need cleaning, repair. Therefore, it is important to know how to remove the blinds, since it will be much easier to work this way. This procedure will take some time, and the principles of disassembly depend on the type of attachment of the accessory.
Types of Mounts
Now produce 3 types of blinds:
- rolled;
- horizontal
- vertical.
Products differ in appearance and design, installation option. A hollow aluminum profile parallel to the floor is used in their fastening. Construction details are fixed with plastic brackets. During installation, the lamellas are pushed onto such fasteners, and if necessary, snap into place.
This system is the simplest, as it helps to dismantle quickly. How to remove the blinds from the plastic window, if the Isolight system is used? They must be held with brackets, which are screwed to the frame with self-tapping screws. The advantages of the mounting system include:
- reliability;
- durability;
- ease of dismantling.
The lamellas are removed by removing the plastic plugs that are pried off with a screwdriver. How to remove the blinds from a plastic window depends on the type of design.
Horizontal constructions
Such products are mounted on latches, hooks, double-sided tape. Self-tapping screws are a reliable option, but when dismantling, there will be holes on the walls, windows and ceiling from them.
How to remove horizontal blinds if they are connected in this way? First you need to collect the lamellas, and then move the upper latch to the stop to release the upper bar. If you need to carry out the transfer of the product to another room, then you should unscrew the screws and remove the clips.
Before removing the cornice from the hooks, it is important to check the condition of the seal, which is located behind the clips. Over time, it undergoes deformation and needs to be replaced. The product, fixed with double-sided tape, must be pry off with a thin and flat device, for example, a spatula. The remaining glue is removed with vegetable oil. The lamels must be washed and then fixed back. Often double-sided tape is replaced by suction cups with snaps. Then first you need to release the latches, and then remove the suction cups.
Vertical products
Vertical products are now in demand. They are fixed on the cornice and are used to decorate the room, as they let in a little light. How to remove the blinds for washing, if they are vertical? This is easier than horizontal constructions. They include simple parts, so it does not take much time to disassemble.
Before work, you need to inspect the curtains to determine the principle of fastening. Then you need to do the following work:
- to unfasten a tape from clamps, and lamels from the bottom couplers;
- fold the tape, only it should be twisted;
- pull the lamellas and pull;
- remove vertical parts;
- pull out the cornice and unscrew the corners fixing it.
Roll products
How to remove the blinds if they are assembled on a roll at the top? In this case, it will be possible to eliminate the entire system or only the shaft with the material. Fastening is often used with double-sided tape or glue. If the product allows you to remove the shaft, then you should bend the fixing part with a screwdriver and pull the blade.
How to remove the blinds in other cases? They are removed as a whole, that is, with brackets. Therefore, you need to unscrew the screws, and then remove the structure itself. How to remove the blinds for washing, if they are fixed with special clamps? This method of fastening is used on skylights and standard windows made of plastic. Dismantling is performed by turning the lock key counterclockwise.
Care Rules
Usually blinds are removed for washing, repair or for moving. They can be processed with soapy water, water with a furniture polish or dishwashing detergent. Use brushes, rags, sponges and a towel.
All types of products are processed in their own way. For some, for example, wooden, fabric, dry cleaning is used. It is necessary to close the blinds and process the slats with brushes and microfiber rags. This method of cleaning is contraindicated for people with allergies, so only water can be used, after which the products must be dried.
A vacuum cleaner is used for care. Before processing, the lamellas must be closed. After cleaning with a vacuum cleaner, they are treated with a damp cloth. The most effective cleaning method is washing, only this method is not suitable for wooden and textile products. Wash structures in the bathroom with soap and water, after which they must dry.
If the lamellas are washed in the shower, then after that treatment with silicone grease is needed. To do this, you can not remove the blinds. It is enough to treat them with soapy water and wipe with a dry rag. But still, dismantling will allow us to perform this work more efficiently.