Curtains Maintenance Part 1 of 3 – Blackout Fabrics
If you are a light sleeper, or you work night shifts, work till late at night, servicing different time zones around the globe and resting becomes paramount especially during the bright and sunny day time, then this post is really for you!
Here is our 3-part series on curtain maintenance for blackout, dim-out and sheer fabrics. This is mainly for DIY purpose. If you intend to send for dry-cleaning that will be best.
Some clients have asked us why can’t they wash the Blackout curtains themselves? This is where we will answer the queries on it.
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While the curtains are still on the curtain tracks, use a feather duster or hand-held vacuum with enough suction to remove excessive dust from curtains yet not damaging the fabric.
Unhook the curtains from the curtain tracks.
Remove the curtain hooks on the curtains and store them well as you will be putting them back after washing.
Slightly soak the blackout curtains in mild soapy water and do not use strong chemicals like bleach.
Take extra care not to wring or twist the curtains lest you damage the latex or silicone backing – it is what provides the blackout effect.
Rinse once over with clear water.
Hang them to dry and take extra care not to let the backing touch each other lest the backing stick and tear off.
If the area you stay in is not dusty, whether from indoors or outdoors, you can clean them yearly. If it is dusty and you happen to open the windows often, or have allergens within the house, then you might want to consider cleaning them quarterly or half-yearly too.
Please note that despite so, self-wash is not the best way if you wish to as there are other factors that may affect the washing. Check out with our sales colleague to assist you with the technicalities and details behind it.
So! Question! Do you know how to differentiate if your fabric is a blackout or dimout type?
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