How To Clean Your Plantation Shutters

Cleaning your Cincinnati faux wood shutters like Polywood® is just a tad different than cleaning real wood. In most cases, there’s no wood 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 dust cloth

• A slightly damp cloth

Using a microfiber cloth, wipe over each part of your shutters to get rid of any dust or dirt. For larger smudges or messes, use a slightly damp cloth to wipe them down. Like with real wood shutters, don’t use any chemical agents or any abrasive cleaners.

A slightly wet cloth is ok to use to clean faux wood shutters, but it’s usually a good idea to dry the shutter afterwards. 

When it comes to cleaning natural wood shutters, try to be careful not to do anything that could damage the finish or expose the wood to moisture.

Here’s what you’ll need to clean:

• A microfiber cloth

• A soft, dry cloth

To clean the dust off of wood shutters, all you’ll need to do is give the shutter panels and frame a quick once-over with a dusting cloth.

For cleaning any blemishes, first wipe down with a dry cloth. You usually shouldn’t use a damp cloth unless it’s completely necessary, and even then, the dryer the cloth, the better. Only do this for smudges or spills – don’t scrub the entire frame with the wet cloth. If you use a damp cloth, be sure to follow with a dry cloth. Also, don’t ever use a caustic chemical agent, or you could risk damaging the wood finish. 

For additional cleaning tips, get in touch with us by calling 513-216-9740.

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