Dusting Blinds Just Got Easier

Jess O'Shea • September 21, 2025

 (Thanks to This Sock Trick)

Let’s be honest — cleaning blinds isn’t anyone’s favourite chore. Dust flies everywhere, traditional dusters just push it around, and wiping each slat individually feels like a workout. But there’s a clever little hack that makes the job simple and strangely satisfying: the sock trick.


The Sock Trick for Sparkling Blinds

Here’s how it works:

  1. Grab a clean old sock and slip it over your hand like a glove.
  2. Dampen it slightly with water or a gentle all-purpose cleaner.
  3. Run your hand along each slat — the sock fabric traps dust instead of scattering it.


No fancy tools needed, just a sock and a few minutes of your time.


Why It Works So Well

  • 360° clean — your hand naturally fits around the slats, so you clean both sides in one swipe.
  • Dust magnet — cotton socks cling to dust instead of letting it float around.
  • Eco-friendly — toss the sock in the wash and reuse it instead of buying disposables.


Bonus Tips

  • Set a 5–10 minute timer and tackle one room at a time — it stops the job from feeling overwhelming.
  • For a little extra freshness, add a few drops of lemon or eucalyptus oil to your solution.


O’Shea’s Extra Touch

Blinds, vents, and those fiddly little corners are the places dust loves most — and they’re also the spots most people put off. That’s where our deep cleaning services come in. We handle the hidden, hard-to-reach areas so your space doesn’t just look clean, it feels fresh.


📞 Book a professional clean today on 03 5000 1705 or email enquiries@osheaservices.com.au.

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