All it takes is a pair of barbecue tongs some rags and four rubber bands.
Simple ways to clean ceiling fans.
To reduce future dust buildup vila recommends using a dust repelling spray like endust or a diy version.
Slide a pillowcase over each fan blade individually and use your hands to press the fabric against the top and bottom of the blade.
Spray it on a microfiber cloth and.
The blade in the back has already been dusted.
It will collect all the dust along the blade.
If the fan is greasy pour a small amount of degreaser or mineral spirit onto a baby wipe dampen cloth do not drench.
Pull the pillowcase toward you along the blade.
The duster will clean both sides of the ceiling fan at the same time.
All the dusty gunk stays inside and all you have to do is shake out the pillowcase outside and toss it in the wash.
Fans can collect dust very easily so fan cleaning can be crucial to.
Clean the fan blades from.
Use a clean pillowcase to dust off your ceiling fan.
Use an extendable fan duster to dust the louvers and blades.
The microfiber attracts and holds the dust to the duster so it doesn t spread all over the room.
If you can reach your ceiling fan blades safely with a ladder or step stool then this is an amazingly simple way to get the job done.
Cleaning the ceiling fan using the vacuum cleaner if you have a vacuum cleaner that includes a ceiling fan or dust attachment use it to clean the fan extend the handle stand under the fan slightly to the side and hold the handle along the lever run the brush along the fan blades then turn on the vacuum cleaner and start cleaning the fan blades.
One part liquid fabric softener to four parts water.
If a pillowcase has any dirt built up on it you will only end up spreading dust around on the fan.
Anyway it s a good way to show you how quick and easy it is to clean a ceiling fan with a pillow case.
Just put the open end of.
All you need is an old pillowcase.
Vacuum the motor housing and around the fan wherever accessible.
Grab a clean pillowcase.
Then follow the steps bellow.
If the fan is dirty but not greasy use the baby wipes to clean the ceiling fan and remove any stuck on dirt or debris.
This can be a pillowcase you plan on using again but always wash a pillowcase you used for cleaning before using it on your bed.
Once a year clean the blades by spraying or soaking a clean cloth in a mild cleaner and gently wiping.