We can't find that Page.Here's what's trending on Polyvore now.Top Sets Created by Our Members Untitled #213 by ivanov1234491 A radiant woman will always be seen by others by blonde-bedu Pepermint Stick by dn8-35Curtains are an elegant addition to homes but are often neglected. They look so lovely when you first put them up but you really don't realize how much dust and dirt they collect until, years later, you whisk them open to let the sun in and a cloud of dust circles the air. Now you are faced with two decisions: wash or replace. These days, draperies are inexpensive, and people change home decor themes often. When the curtains begin to look dingy, they simply buy new ones – usually as an excuse to redecorate. While we’d never discourage redecorating, there are plenty of reasons to clean your curtains more often than you do now. Curtains are usually filthy, and with good reason. They are the barrier between outside and inside. When you take all of this into consideration, you can see why it’s so important to clean your curtains on a regular basis!

No matter how dirty and dusty your curtains get, it would be way too much work to wash them or have them cleaned every week. It would also ruin your drapes. You can, however, get a lot of the dirt and dust off the surface of your curtains by dusting or vacuuming them every week as part of your general household cleaning. You can use a feather duster, static duster, dusting cloths, a damp cloth, or a dusting attachment that fits onto your vacuum cleaner. Whichever method you choose, there are a few tips to remember: Handheld steam cleaners are now widely available and inexpensive enough to be purchased for home use. But before using a steam cleaner on your curtains, check the manufacturer’s label to be sure steam cleaning is acceptable. You should avoid dusting and cleaning the house right after steam cleaning your curtains.  Professional carpet cleaners will usually offer drapery cleaning as well. Machine washable curtains are the easiest and least expensive to clean.

There are some tricks to getting the best results. Caution is warranted because the sun does strange things to fabrics, and the fibers become weakened. Always dry your curtains on a gentle cycle (tumble dry is best) with low or no heat. It might take longer, but it will definitely make your curtains last longer. Drying your curtains with a hot cycle can set wrinkles, fade colors, and shrink the material. Even if you plan on hanging your curtains on a clothesline to dry, you should put them in the dryer for at least 15 – 20 minutes. It will help avoid wrinkles and ironing! Don’t hang wet curtains back on their rods to dry. They can drip onto your carpet or flooring, and the gathers and folds will take too long to dry, possibly causing mildew. On the other hand, don’t dry your curtains all the way in the dryer, either. You should machine dry them until they are still just slightly damp, then hang and arrange them back on the rods. The weight will help them hang better than if they were dried completely.

While you have damp curtains hanging, don’t open any windows, vacuum, dust, or otherwise clean the room. Your curtains will attract all the dirt and dust, and dirt on damp fabrics is likely to stain. Your work will be wasted! Curtain fabrics have been put through a lot of abuse. Washing them abuses them more, and it can actually shorten the life of your drapes. The longer you can go before washing your curtains for the first time, the better. If your curtains are in direct sunlight, exposed to cold or heat can cause the fabric to fade. ready made curtains witneyYour curtains are likely to be faded on the side that faces the window. curtains sw14Be sure to hang them back in the same way so the faded side faces out.pvc strip curtains port elizabeth

For a general “freshening” of your curtains, you can put them into your dryer on low or tumble dry after spraying a little Febreeze on them. Avoid using fabric softener sheets as they can sometimes stain fabrics, leaving a grease mark or sheen spot. If your curtain labels say, “Dry Clean Only,” it’s important to follow the directions. Keep in mind, though, that all dry cleaners are not the same. Your neighborhood dry cleaner might not be knowledgeable about different fabrics. thermalogic weathermate curtains - 84 tab-top insulatedThey might send their cleaning out to other facilities that may or may not correctly clean your draperies.blackout curtains dunelm mill It’s important to do a little research before you take your curtains to an establishment. curtains jardiniere 200

Ask friends and family for references, and talk to the manager at the local dry cleaners. Unless your curtains are very inexpensive and easily replaceable, you should be careful about where you take them to be cleaned. Our lesson is over. Have fun and good luck. Image courtesy of OiMax, CC BY.Unique New Finds For Spring When you open and use a my pier 1 rewards cobalt credit card Pier 1 ♥sYou Month We're showing you the love all February.john lewis made to measure eyelet curtainsWe Bring the Showroom to You We have a growing network of 200+ highly trained Design Consultants ready to meet with you in your home, at yourproviding expert advice to help you find a solution that fits your style & budget. Book A Free Appointment > Have a professional design consultant provide you with a Privacy Policy & Opt Out Information