The Right Way To Clean Interior Shutters

Cleaning your Indianapolis faux wood shutters like Polywood® is just a tad different than wood shutters. Typically, there’s no finish stain that you need to be careful not to damage, and faux wood tends to be more scratch-resistant.

Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• A microfiber dusting cloth

• A slightly damp cloth

Using a dusting cloth, go over each part of your shutters to remove any dust or debris. For bigger smudges or messes, use a slightly damp cloth to wipe them down. As with wood shutters, stay away from any chemical compounds or any caustic cleaners.

A damp cloth is ok to use to clean the entire shutter, but it’s always good to dry the shutter after removing the mess. 

When cleaning real wood shutters, you need to take special care not to do anything that could damage the finish or expose the wood to moisture.

You’ll want these supplies to clean your shutters:

• A dust cloth (microfiber works best)

• A soft, dry cloth

To clean the dust off of wood shutters, all that’s needed is to give the shutter panels and frame a quick once-over with a dusting cloth.

For cleaning smudges, try rubbing first with a dry cloth. You typically shouldn’t use a damp cloth unless you have to, and even then, the less wet the cloth, the better. Only do this for the affected area – don’t wipe down the entire shutter with the wet cloth. If you use a damp cloth, always follow up with a dry cloth. Also, don’t ever use a caustic chemical cleaner, or else you may damage the finish of the wood. 

For more details, get in touch with us by calling 317-558-9066.

Note: These directions were specifically written for products built by Sunburst shutters. For ways to clean shutters from a different company, contact your shutter dealer.