Congratulations! You’ve made the all-important change and invested in beautiful, bespoke window shutters. Your home now feels lighter, brighter, and effortlessly stylish—but how do you keep your window shutters looking just as clean and fresh as the first time you saw them?

The good news is that cleaning shutters is both quick and easy. Gone are the days when you’d spend hours taking down curtains to wash, dry, iron, and rehang them. Instead, you can use that spare 10 minutes in the morning, while the kettle boils, to give your shutters a quick dusting and keep them in top condition.

Here are some of our top tips on how to clean shutters effectively:

• Always start from the top and work your way down
• Avoid using any cleaning chemicals or polish

Dry Microfibre Cloth or Duster

For everyday cleaning, all you need is a dry microfibre cloth or duster—and just a few spare minutes. There’s no need for water, cleaning products, or polish. Always start with a clean, dry cloth that won’t shed fibres, such as a microfibre cloth or soft duster. Regular dusting like this plays a key role in caring for shutters and keeping them looking their best long-term.

For a more thorough clean, tilt the louvres open and wipe each one individually. If you’re short on time, simply close the slats and wipe over both the slats and frame as a single panel.

Damp Cloth for Marks and Residue

For sticky or stubborn stains that can’t be removed with a dry cloth, gently wipe the area with a damp cloth or a baby wipe. Be careful not to scrub too hard or use any harsh cleaning products, as this can damage the paint or varnish on your shutter finish. Once the mark is gone, dry the area with a clean microfibre cloth to prevent moisture damage.

Cleaning with a Vacuum Cleaner

Prefer vacuuming over dusting? No problem. A vacuum cleaner with a soft upholstery attachment is a great way to remove dust from your window shutters quickly and safely. This method is also ideal for cleaning the shutter frames and surrounding areas. Remember to work from top to bottom, and wipe from the centre of each slat outwards for best results.

Difficult-to-Reach Areas

For those difficult-to-reach areas, an extendable feather duster will do the trick for, tall bay windows, or shutters installed above a staircase. It’s perfect for tackling high, awkward spots without needing to climb or stretch.

Summary

So, that’s everything! As we mentioned, shutters require very little upkeep. Follow these simple tips on how to clean shutters, and they’ll stay looking as flawless as the day they were installed. We highly recommend Queen’s Greatest Hits or one of Spotify’s top cleaning playlists to get yourself into a good dusting rhythm—because why not make it fun?

If you’re still in the process of selecting the right shutters for your home, check out our complete guide on how to choose window shutters correctly — it’s packed with expert tips on finding the perfect match for each room.