How to clean blinds?

So, in my initial start in trying to clean for my grandmother's impending arrival (in 2 weeks), I started cleaning the apartment... and realized how incredibly dirty our blinds are... Even the big blinds that cover our sliding glass doors.

Now, I've never cleaned blinds before (i don't know if i was just too busy to notice, or my other apartments weren't so old, or what...) so, what's the most effecient way to clean them? take them down? Spray and wipe (what I've been doing?)

I'm clueless - and I don't want to fail the white glove test

Although, that may lead to grandma to taking things into her own hands and cleaning for me

Thanks!

Re: How to clean blinds?

I put them in the bathtub with warm water and bleach. I let them sit for an hour and then I hose them down. Very easy!!

Re: How to clean blinds?

Taking them down as the OP said is the only convenient way. I usually take them down and put them outsid eon my deck. Spray them with cleaner or bleach and water and let them dry in the sun.

Re: How to clean blinds?

Re: How to clean blinds?