How to machine wash curtains. How to wash curtains in a washing machine: Tips for different fabrics (25 photos). Methods for cleaning curtains without removing

Preparing the product for cleaning

To find out how often to wash the curtains, which machine mode is right for them, what material your curtain is made of, refer to the label.
Shake off all visible dust.
To clean the bathroom curtain the first time, test the chosen method on an inconspicuous part of the fabric.
Remove the curtain from the curtain rod.

Washing curtains

Each fabric is special in its own way and requires an individual approach. It is better to take some to the dry-cleaner immediately, while others require a simple wiping with a sponge. I will tell you how to properly wash, dry and iron different types of curtains.

View 1. Curtains-threads

Filament curtains are quite unpretentious in care and cleaning. The only problem that housewives face is the formation of knots after washing. However, complications can be avoided by following some rules:

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	Step 1 Divide the curtain into several pieces and tie the threads into knots. You can tie the curtains with thread to avoid tangling during washing. Do not make the knots tight - this will deform the thing.
	Step 2 Place the entire curtain in a dedicated laundry bag.
	Step 3 Select the automatic machine mode, in which the temperature does not exceed 60 degrees, the spin does not exceed 400 revolutions (if possible, turn off the spin altogether), the time is enough 30 minutes.
	Step 4 Dry the curtains at room temperature by hanging them over the curtain rod.

During hand washing, tie the muslin with strings around the entire perimeter and pre-soak for 30-40 minutes. Then rinse the piece of furniture several times, then dry it.

View 2. Roller blinds

Convenience, quality and low cost - these are the main qualities of fabric roller blinds. As a rule, such curtains are cleaned without removing from the eaves. The fact is that the features of the fabric from which the thing is made, and the design of the product itself, are poorly tolerated by both hand and machine wash.

A Few Care Tips:

Ventilate the room more often - this will rid the canvas of dust.

Air through the door, otherwise street dust will decorate the curtain on the back.

The roller blinds can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner. Use the lowest power setting and use the special soft cloth attachment.

Wipe the surface regularly with a sponge dipped in a mild soapy solution and then moistened with clean water.

Instructions for removing greasy stains:

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	Step 1 Dissolve the detergent in warm water until a light foam forms. Use a natural-based liquid stain remover.
	Step 2 Use a sponge to gently scrub the dirt.
	Step 3 Rinse off the composition with clean water.
	Step 4 Repeat the procedure 2-3 times.
	Step 5 Dry the product naturally.

View 3. Thin fabrics

Fabrics such as organza, silk, veil require respect. Gentle washing of curtains has one big advantage - dirt on the fabric does not adhere well, therefore, it can be easily washed.

Use a bowl of mild soapy water to shuffle the stains, then rinse the cloth several times. Often the fabric does not need to be soaked, but it is recommended to leave a very dusty product in cold water for an hour.

During machine wash:

do not use detergents;
give up the "spin" function;
wash on a delicate cycle;
place the product in a special bag and leave it in the drum all alone;
do not twist the fabric.

How to wash thin curtains:

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	Organza: Temperature: not higher than 35 degrees. Washing time: no more than 80 minutes. Drying: Hang it on the curtain rod slightly damp, the curtains will straighten out by their own weight.
	Veil: Temperature: not higher than 30 degrees. Washing time: no more than 50 minutes. Drying: Hang the curtains on the curtain rod slightly damp, they will straighten out by their own weight.
	Silk: Temperature: not higher than 20 degrees. Washing time: no more than 30 minutes. Drying: Iron on the lowest temperature setting.

Type 4. Velvet

The main feature of velvet fabric is that it is very heavy. Do not wash it by hand or in a typewriter yourself, it is better to immediately take it to a dry cleaner. The price of the service will range from 1,000 to 1,500 rubles, depending on the size.

Clean the item in time with a soft brush.
Treat fresh stains with gasoline applied to a clean cloth or with alcohol. Then the product is thoroughly dried, preferably in the fresh air.

Gasoline and alcohol can be used in a course: apply one, dry the fabric, apply the second.

View 5. Thick fabrics

Such fabrics as blackout, taffeta, polyester, tapestry are not recommended in most cases handwash... However, only those who are sure that they can lift at least 10-15 kilograms should decide on cleaning at home. You cannot squeeze out these materials, and water is very well absorbed into the fibers of the fabric.

I will tell you how to wash curtains both in a typewriter and by hand:

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	Blackout The most unpretentious among others, it will withstand any automated washing mode and self-cleaning. Brush off dust from the canvas, and wipe off dirt immediately with warm water. You can avoid ironing the material if you do not wring out the fabric, but leave it at rest until it dries completely.
	Taffeta Do not scare such a curtain high temperature... It can withstand 50-60 degrees without any problems. Do not forget to turn off the "spin" function!
	Polyester Wash this material by hand, and it is better to do it in parts, only dirt. Vacuum the rest of the area. Perform cleaning using the technique at 30-40 degrees. Iron the wet curtain in Silk mode.
	Tapestry This fabric is cleaned with their own hands, not washed. In your arsenal there is a choice of a brush, a dry sponge, a vacuum cleaner.

Curtains on eyelets made of dense materials- if the fabric you have chosen is approved for machine washing, follow three rules:

Do not remove the eyelets.
Choose a gentle mode.
Use liquid detergents instead of powder, even hair shampoo will do. These products rinse out better.

View 6. Roman blinds

I'll tell you about some of the secrets of successful cleaning:

The bamboo bath screen is not washable - only fabric!
Soak the garment before washing.
The water should be slightly warm - about 25-30 degrees.
Use a natural stain remover to remove stains.
Scrub deep dirt with a brush, but do not twist the blade.
Dry at room temperature.

View 7. Natural fabrics

Linen and cotton are not capricious and are fairly easy to clean. They can be washed both in the machine and on their own, even at high temperatures:

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Washing parameters

Linen

Temperature: 40 degrees for colorless fabrics, 60 for colored fabrics.

Time: 30-40 minutes.

Spinning: no more than 400 revolutions.

Drying: at room temperature, smoothing wet products iron.

Cotton

Temperature: 50-60 degrees

Time: 50-70 minutes.

Spinning: no more than 800 revolutions.

Drying: at room temperature, ironing out damp items with an iron.

View 8. Acrylic and viscose

To wash curtains made of thin fabrics - acrylic or viscose, you need to use fabric softener. Being one of the most capricious fabrics, it is not recommended to wring out and iron these fabrics.

You can get rid of moisture with a sheet. Wrap the product in it - it will draw out the water. Iron also through the sheet, at a temperature of 150 degrees.

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Washing parameters

Acrylic

Temperature: no more than 30 degrees.

Time: up to 60 minutes.

Viscose

Temperature: no more than 40 degrees.

Time: up to 30 minutes.

Summary

Not everyone knows if curtains can be washed in washing machine and how to do it correctly. The method of washing curtains is chosen depending on the type of material from which they are made. There are fabrics that can only be washed by hand.

Washing curtains depending on the type

If some curtains by hand or in a typewriter, others need to be dry-cleaned or dry. Some curtains can be very light, while others can be quite heavy, which makes them much more difficult to care for.

Velvet curtains

Velvet curtains are stretched very carefully, because velvet is a very capricious material that easily deteriorates. Such curtains can be washed in the machine, but only in the "Delicate wash" mode.

In the tank, curtains are laid only with the wrong side up, all the pile should be directed inward. Washing temperature should be no more than 30 degrees.

It is advisable to turn off the spin in the machine. In the case of washing velvet curtains, if they have decor, manual cleaning is preferable. The curtains are washed in the bathroom a large number cool water, do not twist or squeeze, but allow the water to drain freely. Observing these rules, the velvet does not have to be ironed.

Roman curtains

Roman shades are very easy to clean and wash well. The canvases just need to be removed from the eaves. Such curtains cannot be cleaned in upright position, as the canvases can be skewed.

It is better to put fabric parts in special bags for washing before loading them into the washing machine. The fabric is washed at a low temperature for hand wash, the spin is turned off. If Roman shades are going to be washed by hand, they should never be wrung out. The water should drain freely, after which the fabric is dried by carefully hanging it.

Tapestry

Tapestry curtains are very difficult to wash. These items should be looked after with a stiff clothes brush and vacuum cleaner. If the curtains are especially heavily soiled, then they are cleaned with a damp sponge and a steam cleaner. This way you can wash the curtains without removing them from the eaves, as they are very heavy.

Lightweight fabrics

Silk curtains, as well as other lightweight fabrics, need to be gently cleaned. If you do not know which mode or organza is on, then it is better to do it by hand. If not recommended by the manufacturer, lightweight curtains should be washed in cool water with minimal detergent added. Washing in an automatic machine can be complicated by the fact that powder is very poorly rinsed out of tulle or organza, and it is easier and faster to do this in a large amount of water in the bathroom.

In order not to iron afterwards, you need to hang the wet fabric on a rope, carefully straightening all the folds. When the material is almost dry, the tulle is vigorously shaken several times and hung slightly damp. This will allow the fabric to sag under its own weight and you will not have to waste time ironing.

Natural fabrics

Linen and cotton curtains are the easiest to stretch. You can do this both in the washing machine and with your hands in the bathroom.

If the machine is to be washed, the curtains should be washed one at a time so as not to overload the tank. If the drum is fully loaded, the material is likely to deteriorate.

For washing natural curtains, it is advisable to use a liquid detergent or powder in capsules. Such products rinse well. The usual washing powder Very hard to rinse out of fabric when machine washed.

You should be more careful with stain removers when washing linen and cotton, especially if there is a print. First, the stain remover is tested on an inconspicuous area of the curtain to see if it will harm the color.

If the curtains are very dirty, for example, a lot of dust has settled on them, then you will have to wash them first by hand in a soapy solution and plenty of water. After prewashing, the curtains can be loaded into the washing machine.

As for washing natural white linen, it is allowed to wash them even in very hot water. If the material is colored, then the washing temperature should be no higher than 40 degrees.

When washing natural curtains in a washing machine, select the "Delicate wash" mode. Spin includes minimal or completely abandon it so that the curtains do not wrinkle too much. It is better to refuse drying in an automatic machine.

But washing curtains from natural fabrics is only half the battle. To make the curtains look beautiful, you need to be able to dry and iron them correctly. Do not squeeze linen and cotton too hard when hand washing. It is better to refuse the machine spin or set the minimum, so that there are no problems when ironing.

Wet curtains are hung on a stick over the bathtub to drain off excess water, and then folded in two and shaken vigorously. After that, the curtains are hung on a rope, straightening well so that there are no creases or folds that make ironing difficult.

When the curtains are still damp, they should be removed from the string and ironed. If the curtains are dry, they will have to be steamed. The curtains are ironed with a hot iron and, if necessary, sprayed or moistened with steam.

Usually linen and cotton curtains are washed every season. If the curtains are hanging in the bedroom or living room, then one wash per year is sufficient. Curtains from the kitchen or nursery have to be washed much more often.

Tulle wash

Tulle curtains look very beautiful, but require painstaking care, because this material is very thin and delicate. For this delicate fabric the best solution Is hand wash.

First, the tulle is removed from the cornice and shaken out well from dust. Then the curtains are soaked in lukewarm water for several hours. If the tulle has turned gray or, on the contrary, has turned yellow, then you can add a few tablespoons of table salt to the water in the basin. Which helps to remove yellowness and dust.

When the tulle has lain for several hours in salt water. Rinse it and start the main wash. It is most convenient to hand wash the tulle in the bathroom. Warm water is drawn into the bath and detergent is added. The optimal solution is a washing gel or hair shampoo if the material is especially delicate. The best temperature for washing is 35-40 degrees.

If the curtains have turned very yellow, then about 100 ml of vinegar is added directly to the powder solution. After preparation, proceed directly to washing.

Stretch tulle curtains, especially of crinkled fabric, only lightly fiddling with hands. Squeeze too much, you cannot twist this material. The final stage of washing is rinsing. The most convenient way to do this is in the bathroom, typing cold water into it. If the tulle is white, then you can add a little blue to the water to make the curtains snow-white.

The rinsed curtains are not wrung out, but shaken a little and well, straightening all the folds, evenly hung on the clothesline. When the tulle dries, it is gently ironed at a low temperature and hung on the cornice.

Many housewives hang tulle curtains on the cornice without ironing while they are still wet. So the tulle will sag on its own weight and straighten on the cornice.

But if it is not possible to wash the tulle with your hands, it is allowed to do this in an automatic machine.

If the automatic machine has a gentle washing mode, then machine washing is unlikely to damage the delicate material. Of great importance is the mode on which to wash the organza. It is recommended to select "Delicate". Recommended. Liquid detergent is chosen for delicate items.

To prevent the fabric from tearing due to friction in the drum, the tulle is placed in a special bag or pillowcase. It is recommended to wash only one cloth at a time. The spin mode should be turned off.

When the wash cycle is complete, you can add some oxygen bleach to the fabric softener drawer if the curtains are white. This will give the material a beautiful shade and shine.

If the result of the machine wash is unsatisfactory, then after washing the tulle is additionally soaked in salted cold water for several hours. After that, without rinsing, the tulle is shaken and hung to dry or immediately hung on the cornice.

Do not bleach the tulle too often, as this can damage the fabric. Avoid chlorine-based bleaches right away. The only choice in this case is a gentle oxygen bleach.

For whitening, you can also use simple homemade recipes. For example, with the help of a pharmaceutical preparation of brilliant green, you can return the snow-white tulle. 10 drops of the product dissolve in 200 ml of water. The solution should stand for 10 minutes. After that, the solution is poured into a basin with cold water, and the tulle is soaked in it for 10 minutes. After that, the tulle is rinsed and hung again. The curtains will turn white.

You can also use peroxide and ammonia. To do this, add 2 tbsp to 10 liters of hot water. l. peroxide and 1 tbsp. l. ammonia. The tulle is dipped in the solution for 30 minutes. Then the curtains are thoroughly rinsed and dried. It is advisable to protect hands with gloves. To avoid ironing the tulle, you can immediately hang it in place.

Tulle requires delicate care - even when it comes to inexpensive nylon mesh curtains. This fabric does not tolerate exposure to high temperatures - too hot water or an iron can lead to yellowing of the fabric. So tulle is washed in lukewarm water and try not to iron.

At the same time, the curtains do not require intensive washing - dirt leaves the fabric well enough, especially if you do not "start" the process. Tulle curtains should be washed every 3-4 months.- in this case, it will be quite easy to maintain their whiteness. But, if we are talking about kitchen curtains, if the windows overlook a highway with busy traffic, or if family members are allergic to dust, it is better to increase the frequency of washing.

Since dust usually accumulates on the curtains, it is advisable to shake the tulle on the balcony or on the street before washing. In this case, washing will be more efficient.

How to wash tulle in a washing machine: loading features, temperature and washing modes

Before loading the drum the tulle must be folded neatly- If you load the fabric in a wrinkled form, it will have creases after washing. If we are talking about muslin, veils, thin organza with embroidery and other particularly delicate fabrics, it is better to place neatly folded curtains in a special mesh bag for washing - this will not interfere with washing, but will save the fabric.

Tulle is washed in the delicate wash mode - at a temperature of 30 ° and without spinning... During such washing, the drum of the machine rotates more smoothly, and washing occurs with a large amount of water - this minimizes the risk of damage to delicate fabrics. You can wash your tulle curtains on the Silk and Wool settings - they are as gentle as possible.

Be economical when loading detergent into the machine... In most cases, housewives pour in powder or pour in shampoo for washing generously, from the heart. In the case of tulle washing, this can lead to increased foam formation, especially if net fabric is sent to the wash. Therefore, check with the manufacturer's recommended dosage and, since the fabric is light and the machine does not fully load, reduce the dosage by half.

When washing curtains it is advisable to use the extra rinse function: Detergent residues also lead to premature yellowing of the fabric.

After the end of the washing mode, you need to take out the tulle, let the water drain and, without wringing, hang it on the cornice. If the curtain is voluminous, you can slightly wring it out by hand, with very light movements, without twisting it.

When dry, the fabric will straighten under its own weight. You can iron the tulle only in the most extreme cases, and very carefully - this also leads to yellowing of the fabric.

What are the best tulle laundry detergents

You can wash tulle in a washing machine using various detergents, both special and general purpose. This:

special detergents for washing tulle and other curtains which can be purchased at household chemical stores. They are very effective, they do an excellent job of removing dirt, whiten fabrics and lightly starch. However, they are not very common and therefore are not always on sale, and their cost is very high. It makes sense to purchase such funds when it comes to expensive and thin curtains that require special care.

shampoos for washing delicate fabrics... They are fabric-friendly, designed to be washed at low temperatures and rinse easily.

detergents for washing children's clothes... They are especially effective on white tulle curtains and have a good whitening effect.

conventional washing powders can also be used to wash tulle, especially when it comes to nylon mesh or inexpensive organza. Powders should be selected in accordance with the color of the fabric, using color fabric products for dyed curtains; be especially careful with the dosage of the powder in order to exclude increased foaming and do not forget about additional rinsing.

Regular gentle washing in compliance with the basic rules, thorough rinsing and the absence of the destructive effects of high temperatures allows you to forget about the manipulations of bleaching yellowed or gray tulle - after all, washing in a washing machine is more effective than manual washing.

However, if you need to bleach the tulle, you can do it in the washing machine. The key success factor here will be right choice bleaching agents. When bleaching tulle, do not use products containing chlorine.- it will ruin the fabric. Therefore, for curtains you need to choose:

oxygen bleaches... They are quite expensive, but at the same time versatile, suitable for both color and white and, with a pronounced whitening effect, do not destroy the structure of the fabric. Another plus of oxygen bleaches is that they are effective in low temperature washing.

optical brighteners... They visually brighten the fabric due to particles settling on the fabric - and this allows the fabric to return to whiteness. However, it is better to use them only for pure white fabrics, otherwise the appearance of the curtains may suffer.

Optical and oxygen brighteners are suitable for washing in washing machines... They can be added to the detergent to enhance the washing effect. For heavily yellowed curtains, you can use the prewash or soak function.

If you are worried about using tulle bleach in the washing machine, you can use it. Tulle is often bleached with salt - so you can put a couple of tablespoons of regular table salt in the detergent drawer and use it as a bleaching agent in the prewash mode. To enhance the effect, you can add a small amount of powder to it.

The role of curtains in the interior can hardly be overestimated. They are able to transform a modest apartment and "spoil" a luxurious apartment. With all this, the curtains are textiles, which sooner or later will have to be cleaned of dirt. Let's figure out how best to wash the curtains and tidy them up in other ways.

Preparation for cleaning

Is it difficult to tidy up the curtains? The answer to this question depends on many factors, for example: the type of fabric, the presence of decorative elements, the characteristics of the sliding mechanism. In any case, before proceeding with cleaning, the following preparatory manipulations should be performed:

Determine from what fabric the product is sewn. For ready-made curtains, this information is indicated on the label. If they were made to order, the composition can be checked with the designer. This action will help determine what to do next with the textiles: wash, limit themselves to dry or wet cleaning, or go to dry cleaning.
If the window is decorated not only with classic rectangles, but with a complex work of art with an abundance of decorative elements, you need to take a photo of it assembled. This recommendation should not be considered trivial. There is a possibility that after cleaning without the help of the creator, it will not be possible to return the composition to its original appearance.
Remove the curtains from the eaves. Remove all accessories and jewelry (rings, hooks, cords, beads, bugles) from them. Does not work? Then you have to resort to the most gentle care methods or trust the professionals.
Remove accumulated dust from the curtains. Thick curtains are cleaned with a vacuum cleaner with a special attachment, setting the minimum suction power. It is enough to shake the air curtains vigorously several times, folding them in half. It is most convenient to do this together and in the open air.
If you decide to handle the product at home, select acceptable detergents, prepare equipment and a place for drying.

General washing rules

Most of the fabrics from which curtains and curtains are made, contact with water does not harm. Let us dwell in more detail on the rules for washing curtains by hand and in a washing machine.

Curtains should be soaked before any wash. This is especially useful for light-colored tulle fabrics. If the product is heavily soiled, soak is repeated 2-3 times. The water temperature (in the overwhelming majority of cases) should not exceed 40 °. If the fabric is delicate and there are doubts about its composition, it is advisable to lower the temperature to 30 °.

A liquid detergent is best for this process. Powder and laundry soap are not recommended. They are poorly rinsed out, especially with manual processing, and their particles form ugly stains on the curtains. In addition, some fabrics are destroyed by the action of alkali, and on others, washing powder provokes the appearance.

If they appear, you need to get rid of them before the main wash. Aggressive agents, especially those containing chlorine, cannot be used for these purposes. It is more correct to use oxygen bleach or gentle "folk" stain removers.

We erase by hand

Will the curtains be washed by hand? You need to act like this:

It will not be superfluous to add table salt to the main detergent (10 g per 1 liter). It will additionally refresh white cloth, and the colored one will not fade.
Any fabrics must not be exposed to strong mechanical stress. They are erased with wrinkling movements, gradually moving from one edge to the other. Especially subtle matters are purified by either raising them above the pelvis or lowering them into it. Many fabrics lose their strength significantly when wet, so friction can compromise their integrity.
Clean curtains are rinsed thoroughly. It's great if the first rinse water is the same temperature as the wash water. Gradually they make it more and more cold. To soften the material, fix its color and protect the curtain from creases, table vinegar (5 ml per 10 l) is added to the last rinse water. If the fabric tends to accumulate static electricity, you will need an air conditioner.

After rinsing, the curtains are not unscrewed, but only slightly driven off the water and allowed to swell a little in an empty bathroom before drying.

In the washing machine

Before putting curtains in the washing machine drum, you should heed the following recommendations:

Curtains, with the exception of cotton and linen, which have undergone preliminary decatting (processing of the fabric in order to avoid shrinkage), are washed in the "hand wash", "delicate wash", "wool" mode.
In whatever mode the washing is performed, the mechanical stress on the product should be minimized. To do this, it is necessary to reduce the drum speed during spinning to 500, and turn off this function completely when processing thin products. It is also prohibited to use an automatic dryer.
As with manual version wash, you should give preference to liquid detergents. If powder is used, it is worth rinsing extra.
Can I send items to the vending machine with hooks, fringes, eyelets and other accessories that cannot be removed? Yes, if you first put it in a special bag or at least a pillowcase. Such a container will not only save the curtain from unnecessary mechanical stress, but also prevent small accessories from getting into the mechanism of the device.

The bag must be sized so that the folded curtain fits freely in it. The drum of the machine must also be no more than 2/3 full. Otherwise, the wash result will be unsatisfactory.

If the spin is turned off, the curtain is taken out of the machine and allowed to swell in the basin or on a wooden grate in the bathroom.

We return the cleanliness of curtains from different fabrics

Basically, the rules for washing different curtains are the same, but there are also nuances. First of all, they depend on what kind of fabric the textiles are made of: natural, artificial or blended. In addition, the degree of delicacy of the product and its individual properties are of great importance. Let us dwell on these provisions in more detail.

Curtains and drapes made of dense natural linen and cotton are the most unpretentious to maintain. They are not afraid of high temperatures and aggressive chemicals, they are not demanding on detergents, they do not need a conditioner. Their only drawback is strong shrinkage in hot water. Therefore, if you are not sure that the fabric has been decated, you should not wash them at temperatures above 40 °. If the curtains have been properly treated, they will easily withstand washing at 60 °, and whites will withstand 90 °.
Woolen products, wool-like acrylic and blackout fabrics made on its basis can be washed at 30-40 ° in the machine without spinning.
Curtains made of 100% silk and with its addition, for example: from damask, brocade, moire, satin, washed exclusively by hand at 30 ° C liquid means for delicate materials. But, since these fabrics react very badly to water (shrink, deform, fade), it is undesirable to put them in order on their own.
Viscose silk, taffeta and flock are washed in a gentle mode, without using automatic spinning and drying.
Tapestry, chenille and velvet should not be washed at all. They are regularly vacuumed, ventilated and shaken out. Tapestry, if necessary, can be wiped with a sponge dipped in soapy foam.
It is recommended to wash nylon curtains, as well as artificial and veil products in any way with preliminary soaking for 1-2 hours. The water temperature should not exceed 40 °.

If the matter has become yellowish or gray, soaking is carried out in a saline solution (30 g per 5 l). Greasy stains remove from kitchen curtains with a mixture of salt, table vinegar and ammonia (30 g: 45 ml: 45 ml, respectively) or dishwashing detergent. Soot traces are washed off with laundry soap.

You can't squeeze. She is allowed to swell, and then hung on the cornice in a wet state. Polyester is electrified, therefore, these and other curtains with its presence must be treated with an antistatic agent.

If dry cleaning and airing are carried out regularly, curtains can be washed no more than twice a year. In the absence of preventive maintenance, the interval between washings is halved. Tulle curtains are treated every 2 months. Kitchen curtains - once a month.

Tidying up complex curtains

Curtains also require a special approach. original design... Let's dwell on the most popular models and methods for cleaning them.

U with a vertical rise, only the woven component is lowered into the water. Previously, it is freed from the strips by carefully pulling them out of the unsecured part of the grooves. Gentle hand and machine (if allowed by the manufacturer) wash without spinning is allowed.
do not tolerate contact with liquid. Therefore, washing is shown to them only in case of emergency and only by hand. In this case, squeezing and bleaching the fabric is strictly prohibited.
Classic japanese curtains on the frame do not wash at all. Hand wash is only allowed if they are made of heavy curtain material and are equipped with only a lower weight bar. Usually, dirt from this decorative element is removed by dry or wet cleaning. The latter is unacceptable for curtains made of bamboo, jute and rattan.
Care thread curtains depends on the type of material from which they are made, and on the availability of jewelry. Models made of natural silk, as well as products with a large number of accessories, can only be washed by hand in cool water. Curtains made of cotton and synthetic fibers refresh the machine in the car by setting the gentle mode on the panel. To prevent a clean product from causing problems, before immersion in water, the bundles of threads are braided or intertwined with cords, then placed in a bag for washing.
Curtains with eyelets. Differ from classic version curtains only by the presence of insert rings. Do I need to remove these accessories before washing? Of course it is desirable. From water with detergent metal options can oxidize and ruin the fabric, while wooden and plastic options will quickly lose their appearance. In addition, an accidentally detached ring can damage the machine.

If the quality of the metal fittings is not in doubt, the curtains that have been pre-folded in a bag are machine washed along with it. Curtains with stationary rings made of wood and plastic are washed by hand, avoiding contact of the accessories with water.

Controlled curtains should be washed with extreme care. Shrunken or deformed fabric will not be able to be reinstalled.

Drying and ironing

In order for the curtains to have a presentable look for a long time, they must not only be properly washed, but also properly dried and, if necessary, ironed.

Curtains different types dried not in the same way:

Heavy models made of silk, wool, acrylic, polyester are first allowed to swell in the bathroom, then they are wrapped in a soft dry cloth (for example: in an old sheet). When the liquid is partially absorbed, the curtains are laid out on a large table covered with oilcloth and dry cloth. Slightly damp curtains are hung on a rope or directly on the cornice.
Lightweight curtains are dried vertically, as they do not stretch or lose their shape. On the contrary, if you hang them in place while still damp, they will straighten out on their own, and they will not have to be ironed additionally.
Thread curtains are hung in place wet. Unwind them only after complete drying. They do not need an iron.
Roman, roller blinds and Japanese curtains are dried both vertically and horizontally in a flattened form (the position depends on the type of fabric). When all the water is gone, the structure is immediately assembled.

Do the washed curtains need to be ironed? Not always.

Some fabrics, for example: organza, blackout, do not need ironing.
It is forbidden to touch acrylic and polyester with the sole of the iron, they will begin to melt.
Any silk and acetate are ironed at a minimum temperature.
Wool and viscose are placed on the table seamy side up, covered with gauze and only then smoothed at medium temperature.
Linseed and high temperatures are calm. It is permissible to put them in order from the front side.

Overdried fabrics are poorly smoothed, therefore, curtains should be ironed in a slightly damp state.

What to do if the curtains are down

When the washed curtains are put back in place, they may appear to have decreased in length. If after washing the curtains have significantly sat down, they can be reanimated. This is done like this:

A single or double frill is sewn to the bottom of the product from the same or another material that matches the color and texture.
Lambrequin is made in the same way.
Long decorative loops are sewn to the curtain.
The canvas is cut and one or more strips are sewn into it along the width.
At the bottom of the shrunken product, a braid with threads of bugles, beads or fringes is started.

As you can see, washing curtains is not an easy task, however, with a competent approach, it is quite feasible.

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How to wash curtains correctly: can you use a washing machine or is it better by hand? It is important to consider the type of fabric, the volume of the product and the quantity additional details. Experienced housewives in their advice on how to wash curtains, they recommend a combination approach that will provide the most reliable result. In this article we will talk about how to properly organize the washing of curtains and curtains from various fabrics.

How to wash curtains and curtains: procedure frequency and manual treatment

To avoid the accumulation of dust inside the material, the curtains should be washed once every 3-4 months or once every 6 months if the products will be periodically cleaned manually using a brush or vacuum cleaner.

Tulle curtains, especially kitchen curtains, need more frequent automatic washing than curtains from other areas. Kitchen curtains are susceptible to food odors, causing them to turn yellow and appear gray shade... For this reason, the tulle should be washed at least once every 2 months.

If you plan to wash curtains in a washing machine, then first it is recommended to subject the products to manual processing by following a number of measures.

The first stage is dry cleaning. This procedure includes processing curtains with a vacuum cleaner and careful knocking out of dust. This must be done with care in relation to models with eyelets to avoid damage to the rings. The second step involves pre-soaking in cool water and liquid detergent. As for curtains made of thread fabric, it is better to use a basin to soak them.

When soaking curtains with eyelets, avoid completely immersing them in water. Ring-shaped elements should remain on top of the water, especially if they are made of metallic material. This problem will not arise with models with a removable eyelet strip.

When manually processing curtains and curtains, do not expose the material to excessive friction. As a rule, hand washing with active machining has a negative effect on the fabric, wearing it out. Then just hang the fabric to dry. Manual squeezing in this case is excluded.

Sometimes these procedures are enough to clean the curtains and curtains from dirt and freshen them up, but you should not give up the subsequent automatic wash.

How to wash curtains in a washing machine

Machining can attack the fabric. To make the automatic washing procedure as safe as possible for products, follow the rules:

If threads stick out from the curtains, remove them;
If you plan to wash products with eyelets or thread curtains in an automatic machine, then place them in a special bag before loading so that they will not damage the inner walls of the drum;
Get a liquid powder: it works gently on fabric. When using regular powder, it is better to supplement the main cycle with a rinse regime;
When washing curtains and curtains automatically, clothes must not be added to the drum;
Do not overload the drum. So how to wash the canvas large sizes? In this case, they need to be washed in parts, after dividing them. If the drum is overloaded, there is a risk of stains on the fabric due to poor rinsing;
Regardless of what fabric the curtains or curtains are made of, it is recommended to choose a delicate mode and a temperature below 40. If the products have too dirty areas, then it is worth using pre-soaking or a short automatic processing cycle. Modes that include spinning and drying should not be applied to such delicate products. Otherwise, the material may wrinkle strongly;
If you do not know whether it is possible and how to wash the curtains in the washing machine, or you cannot establish the type of fabric, then it is better not to put the products at risk and hand them over to the hands of dry cleaning professionals;
Read the manufacturer's recommendation label. Taking into account the comments, curtains and curtains will receive the necessary care, which will preserve their beauty and give them freshness.

In addition to the universal rules for caring for curtains, we will also consider special ones (by type of fabric).

How to wash curtains in a typewriter - the fabric will tell you

Before washing curtains or curtains, it is worth checking the type of fabric. Below we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the most popular models curtains and recommendations for their cleaning.

If the fabric is thin, like silk, veil and organza, then during automatic washing, the delicate mode should be selected and the temperature should not exceed 30 degrees. Such products do not need to be pre-soaked. Be sure to put them in a laundry bag. Since the spin mode is not recommended, after the end of the main cycle, the wet cloth must be laid horizontally for drying.

When working with cotton and linen materials, it is necessary to take into account their strength and density. When washing such curtains, you can use ordinary products and a temperature regime of 40 to 60 degrees, depending on the color: white linen curtains can be washed at 40C, painted products at 60C. To prevent linen or cotton curtains from shrinking, dry them without heaters.

In the question of how to wash curtains made of velvet in a washing machine, take into account the peculiarities of the fabric. To achieve minimum wear before washing such a product in an automatic machine, it is necessary to turn it inside out and roll it into a roll. Choose a delicate cycle with a minimum wash time at 30C. By eliminating long-term mechanical stress, you can keep the product in its original form, without shrinkage. As for detergents, you should not choose an ordinary powder: it does not wash out when rinsing. Velvet can shed, so do not add other items to the drum. To maintain the original shape of the curtains, dry them horizontally.

Products made of taffeta can be in contact with high water temperatures (no higher than 50) without any problems. However, a delicate wash should be preferred to the standard wash cycle, without the addition of an automatic spin. It is better to add special products intended for washing delicate fabrics to the compartment of the machine for powder. Taffeta should be dried horizontally.

When choosing which mode to wash curtains made of materials such as viscose and acrylic, stop at the delicate mode at temperatures below 40 ° C. When washing in a machine, add conditioner. Like other types of fabrics, viscose and acrylic must dry naturally without using the automatic spin mode.

Polyester products can be washed at 40C temperature conditions with the addition of special products. Subject to the conditions of the material, exclude the appearance of folds on the fabric.

How to wash model curtains and drapes

For the sake of preservation appearance and the service life of model curtains or curtains, when cleaning them, a number of rules should be followed.

If lambrequins are added to the curtains, then, depending on their rigidity, a cleaning method is selected. When processing hard material, only hot steam is recommended. If the pelmet is made of soft material, then hand wash is allowed. To avoid the appearance of creases, the procedure should be carried out as carefully as possible.

Any models roller blinds and curtains with lambrequins, washing in an automatic machine is contraindicated.

Before washing the thread curtains, it is necessary to perform a bundle of threads in groups in order to avoid their confusion. This product can only be placed in the drum of a washing machine in a bag. Due to the fact that the material is synthetic, the removal of dust and dirt is quick and easy. Therefore, it is recommended to wash thread curtains using a short, gentle mode. If desired, you can supplement the main cycle with a spin mode.

When caring for the curtains on the eyelets, you should follow some rules. Firstly, to provide protection to the coating of the rings and the drum of the machine from mechanical damage, you should use a special bag for washing. If possible, it is better to remove the accessories before loading the product into the machine. Secondly, you need to wash models on eyelets on a gentle mode and at a temperature of 30 degrees. Thirdly, instead of the usual powder, you should use a shampoo for washing your hair. Fourth, as soon as the wash is over, the curtains should be removed immediately to avoid losing the aesthetics and color brightness of the eyelets. Drying of this model of curtains should be carried out on the eaves.

Cleaning of Roman blinds should be carried out taking into account their unusual shape and special recommendations. If the canvas is made of fabric, then you can wash them at 30C and only by hand. Pre-soak the cloth for an hour in warm water and powder. For stubborn stains, use special means with a natural composition. If a tourniquet or bamboo acts as a curtain material, then a regular wash can provoke the appearance of mold. Therefore dry cleaning is recommended.

To clean roll products, simply wipe them with a solution (4 liters of water / 2 tablespoons of powder), then rinse off the foam thoroughly. Otherwise, sun exposure may cause stains on fabrics. After the foam has been removed, the canvas must be flattened and dried. If the dirt is difficult, then a solution of water and a natural stain remover should be used.

Rules for washing kitchen curtains

Washing kitchen curtains is simple and easy. As a rule, the material of these products is cotton or synthetic fabrics, which are easy to clean.

When washing kitchen curtains, keep in mind the following rules:

Pre-soak the cloth in cold salted water overnight;
After finishing washing, rinse the chintz curtains with vinegar;
Since cotton fabrics tend to shrink and fade, use a low temperature when washing in an automatic machine.

Methods for cleaning curtains and curtains using additional products

Depending on the room, the frequency of curtains contamination varies. Often, such products are susceptible not only to dust, but also to soot. Then washing with ordinary detergent is not enough.

To make the organza shine again with whiteness and novelty, you can use ammonia... Dissolve it in warm water and add powder (5L water / 50 ml product). Organza curtains can also be soaked in starchy water.

If nylon products become gray, use brilliant green. To prepare the solution, you will need 1 glass of liquid and 15 drops of the product. To prevent the curtains from becoming stained, you should use a properly prepared solution without sediment.

Curtains made of lace fabric can be restored to their previous whiteness with hydrogen peroxide. To soak the product, prepare a solution by taking 5 l species and 50 g of the product.

If the curtains are made of mixed fabrics, then it is better to use universal bleaching agents when soaking them.