How to remove the blinds?

Blinds are an incredibly practical and compact type of window curtains. In addition, in some cases they will be much more financially advantageous than classic fabric canvases, the cost of which may be slightly overestimated. But sometimes it becomes necessary to remove them, for cleaning, washing or simply changing the interior composition, so you need to familiarize yourself with some instructions for using them, in order to remove this decorative item without damaging it.

Of course, the blinds can not always hang in the form in which they were mounted. There are many cases that can be a good reason for their withdrawal. For example, the appearance of strong pollution that can not be removed in limbo.But since there are quite a few types of structures, the approach to their dismantling should be appropriate for each type. Let us consider in more detail how to remove a particular model of lamellae, as well as some aspects relating to their washing.

It is quite simple to remove vertical blinds, because, regardless of what material they are made of - fabrics or plastic, in any case they are fastened on the principle of curtains, that is, they are hung and moved along the eaves. Absolutely all the curtain rods are equipped with plugs in the side, thanks to which you can remove both ordinary curtains and vertical blinds without much difficulty. It is necessary to remove the plugs and in turn carefully pull out each element, carefully folding it.

But not everything is so simple, there are still a few nuances that should be observed:

• Before you remove, the blinds must be deployed, so that the window seemed open, and they lined up in a row.
• The next step will be pulling the chain and plastic weights, located in the lower part of the slats. It is necessary to carefully fold these elements so that the chains will not be tangled or torn when you hang them up again.
• After that, you need to carefully remove the slats from the eaves, pull out the fastening element and roll the products into a roll. If necessary, you can wash them, following the appropriate rules.

Recently, horizontal blinds have become very popular not only in offices, but also in ordinary urban apartments, so the question of their own removal has become quite relevant. Since they have a completely different design than the previous version, the features of their detachment will be somewhat different.

For example, horizontal slats are not hung on the eaves, but secured with a special lock - “swallow”. They will have to be removed from the bracket, which is also quite easily unhooked with a screwdriver or a special tool.

Absolutely all horizontal lamellas, whether wooden, plastic or aluminum models, are mounted on one top plate, which must be removed by moving its top and rear walls back.The strap is mounted on metal clamps, so in order not to damage your fingers and nails, it is better to use tools. If the horizontal blinds are fixed in some other way, another variant of their unfastening may be necessary. Using a screwdriver, it will be necessary to unscrew the bolts and remove the design from the fixing brackets.

The so-called cassette blinds can be presented in the form of roller blinds, as well as classic horizontal slats. A distinctive feature is that when they are lifted, all elements are hidden in a special niche - the so-called cassette.

Cassette blinds and fastening mechanisms are different, because in some cases it is not even necessary to drill walls and window elements for it, if we are talking about roller blinds. It is quite simple to remove them, since it is possible to detach both the functional element itself and the entire structure completely.

It is not uncommon to find cassette models that are fastened using special keys or velcro In this case, it is necessary to remember exactly how the products were removed, since it can be quite difficult to get them back.

Since only vertical blinds have an eaves, and not a bar or cassette fasteners, the question of its removal can arise only in one case - when vertical lamellae are visible on the windows. If you follow the instructions, the process will not cause much difficulty.

Eaves are installed on the latches located on its length in several quantities - from two and more. From the side of the room, these latches are almost imperceptible, but from the side of the cornice located by the window, a prominent part of the plate is noticeable. In order to remove the eaves, it will be necessary to press precisely on the protruding part, with some effort. The detail will give in and unfasten from the eaves. In this case, she herself will remain attached to the ceiling, and the cornice will come off freely.

For longer curtain rods with a large number of fasteners, a slightly different principle applies - the latches should be unfastened, moving from the edge, in turn on each side, towards the central one. Removing a long cornice is better not to act alone, because it may be necessary to additionally hold the product.

Horizontal lamellae, roll and cassette models, as a rule, are attached to the wall above the window or directly onto the plastic parts of the window frame, and the ceiling mounts have only vertical products.

How to remove them, it has already been said, but for a more visual example, you can study the whole process in this video.

In some cases, fastening of blinds without drilling and screws is used, but this view is suitable only for small products from the mini category, as long hooks or slats and hooks cannot be sustained.

But fixtures without drills have their drawbacks. Take at least the fact that they are less durable and can hardly withstand even an average load, not to mention a stronger one.

Let us consider in more detail how to remove the blinds attached to scotch or hooks.

Very often, fixing products on the adhesive element is disposable, so you can remove it with a jerk or with a thin spatula. But in this case, it will be necessary to remove the remnants of double-sided tape and from the frame and from the eaves, and if necessary to return it to the place - use a new tape, degreasing the surface before gluing.

More practical and functional in the use of cap brackets, hooks, which are most often used to secure roller blinds. The brackets can be both plastic and metal, so the reliability of the design will largely depend on what material they are made of.These elements are mounted on the upper part of the open window frame, tight to the elastic band, so when closing the window there are no problems with it. It is very easy to remove such a detail; it is enough just to lightly press the bottom of the hook and pull up.

When washing and cleaning the blinds, it is necessary to consider the material from which they are made, since each of them requires special treatment. For example, aluminum, wood and any other models that do not contain fabric fibers, it is strictly prohibited to machine wash as this will lead to product breakage. These options for blinds do not even have to be dismantled, because you can clean them on site, while using a special nozzle for a vacuum cleaner and a damp cloth. If necessary, too much dirt can be removed with a cleaning agent.

Jacquard models are very "capricious" and require a special relationship to themselves, so they also can not be subjected to machine wash. This option must be washed and processed by hand, using special tools and making sure that all its particles are thoroughly washed from the fabric fibers.

To wash long vertical lamellas, you need to remove them according to the specified rules, roll them up and send them to a washing machine. Thus, each element extends well, but it does not lose its former form. After washing, the lamellae must be thoroughly dried and, if necessary, ironed, observing the temperature conditions.

As it was already stipulated, in order to collect the blinds without difficulty, it is necessary to thoroughly remember all the details of the process of their analysis. But it concerns only horizontal and rolled models.

In the case of vertical lamellas, everything is a little different, therefore it is better to adhere to the following sequence:

• For convenience, it is best to assemble on an already fixed eaves, since, together with the blinds, its suspension can be difficult.
• Runners must be positioned so that they are perpendicular to the window plane.
• Each canvas is equipped with a special tongue. This tongue must be inserted into the clips or special clips located in the sliders.
• After fixing the lamellae, it is necessary to install weighting compounds with fastening chains. They are located in the lower part of the canvases, in special through pockets.
• After all these manipulations, you need to check the operation of the blinds. If they rotate and move freely, the assembly is correct.

Naturally, in order to remove the blinds of one kind or another, there are many different recommendations, but there are some useful tips on the general points of this process. Consider them in more detail:

1. In all should be careful, it is best to do without sudden movements and jerks that can lead to damage.
2. If you have to act at the height, it is best to get a stepladder. Climb it should be so that the upper part of the blinds was at eye level. So you do not have to constantly raise your head, and fatigue will feel much less.
3. When removing the individual parts should not throw them on the floor or window sill, because they can be lost.It is best not to be lazy, get off the ladder and gently fold them on the table.
4. If necessary, it is best to use special tools. Do not replace them with improvised kitchen tools, for example, cutlery, as this can also lead to damage to products.

Perhaps this is all that concerns the general points of this process. By adhering to all the above tips and taking into account the peculiarities of each type of product, you can easily remove them and, having removed any contamination, put it in order and return it to its place.