Cleaning drapes the right way is really a three-phase process: 1 deep cleaning, 2 daily dusting and 3 maintenance. These phases are meant to be carried out at different times. Not only does this make the chore of cleaning a lot more manageable, but it actually helps your drapes maintain their shape, color, and form.
Typically, you should schedule a deep cleaning session every six months, if not once per quarter. Vacuum the drapes before washing to remove any excess dust or debris. You can also cover the attachment hose with a nylon sock to lessen the power of the suction.
Side note: Sheer, delicate fabrics may get caught in a vacuum cleaner. For these drapes, simply take them outside and shake. If your curtains have lost their tags, dry-cleaning is usually a safe option. Otherwise, follow the general guidelines below for proper care based on the type of fabric you have.
Side note: If machine-washing, be careful not to overload the drum. In most cases, washing one panel at a time is your best bet. Dry your drapes either on a clothesline outside or by lying flat on your floors over a layer of towels and plastic garbage bags. The towels will absorb the water, while the plastic protects your floors. Here are some of the typical cleaning and drying instructions for sheer drapes, blackout drapes, and the liner. These curtains come out better when they are lightly dried in a machine on no heat and then left out to hang dry.
The hang dry method will give you an opportunity to fix the curtains to hang how they normally would on your window. You can additional use an ironing board to straighten out the hems on the top and the bottom. A handheld steamer can also work as you can dry them whilst they are hanging. Most times, the color of the material is the one to determine whether hand-washing is safe.
When you treat this sort of fabric, use mild dishwashing soap and gentle hand motions. Otherwise, dry clean silk materials. You will also need to pre-treat any stains or spots with a stain-removing solution. There are many different types of detergents, depending on the type of fabric, so make sure to choose the correct one for your drapery.
A bit of lukewarm water will help the material to absorb the solution. Follow the package directions of your stain remover and allow the product to sit for the recommended amount of time. Dip a corner in a mixture of the detergent and lukewarm water.
If the color begins to bleed, you need to search for another cleaning option. Remember that each fabric comes with a list of instructions where you can see the recommended way of cleaning.
Often, even if the drapery itself is suitable for washing, the lining is not. Some drapery fabrics simply cannot be washed at home. However, you should remove the linens while they are still somewhat damp.
If the linen is used as upholstery on a piece of furniture or is on a larger piece that cannot be placed inside a dryer, air drying is required. While you can also air dry your linens, you should be prepared to press them to remove any wrinkles. To do this, turn your iron to its low to medium-hot setting and iron the linen fabric while it is still damp.
You can also dampen a towel and place it over top the piece of linen before ironing. Though bleaching can be used to brighten various fabrics, it is not recommended for linens. Bleaching can weaken the flax fibers.
It also may discolor the fabric. Soak the stain with a solution made of water and detergent. You can also spot clean the fabric with club soda, baking soda or even a small amount of white vinegar, followed by blotting the stain with a towel.
Then, wash the fabric either by hand or in a washing method using the tips outlined above. Finally, regularly performing maintenance to your linens, especially in high-trafficked areas such as furniture or rugs, can help the fabric retain its fresh feel.
A kitchen staple, baking soda, can be used to eliminate odors that build up by simply sprinkling some on the fabric, letting it sit and then removing the residue using a vacuum. Linen is one of the purest and most beautiful textiles used across the world.
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