Unless you’re a neat freak, the thought of cleaning your curtain has rarely crossed your mind until this very moment. Their size and the fact that you don’t wear them put cleaning your curtains on the low-priority list. But dirty drapes and curtains can be unpleasant and create health issues for a few, especially with allergies. JCPenney brings you all the tips and tricks to help you clean your curtain. On the other hand, if you’re looking to revamp your space, check out our entire range of curtains and drapes that accommodate your room. So, sit back, relax, and scroll down to find the best ways to clean curtains at home.
How Often Should You Clean Your Curtains?
Drapes and curtains can be hand-washed, machine-washed, or taken to a professional cleaner once every 6 months, but ideally, it’s always a good idea to wash once a year for heavier fabrics.
| Check The Tag for Intel Read the label if there are any special instructions for your drapes. Check for directions like dry clean only, hand-wash only, machine wash, or any other specifications, and heed the advice. Next, vacuum the curtains to remove surface dirt and dust. |  |
Check for Colorfastness Before Cleaning
Even if your curtain is the perfect match for a machine wash, it’s always a better idea to test it. Take a hidden corner and dip it in a bowl of warm water with detergent to check if the color bleeds. If it does, take it to a professional cleaner. If it doesn’t, follow the next steps.
How to Clean Cotton Curtains
Step 1: Cotton curtains tend to show stains and spots more than other fabrics. Inspect the curtains and treat the stains directly before washing them.
Step 2: Choose cold water and wash on gentle-only. Use mild laundry detergent for the washer and give it plenty of room to move around.
Step 3: Place them in the dryer and select the low-heat option. When the curtain is about 95% dry, remove the curtain and iron it while it’s still damp to avoid wrinkles. Hang them to dry completely to eliminate any remaining wrinkles.
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| How To Clean Synthetic Drapes? Step 1: Synthetic curtains, a.k.a blackout curtains, can be hand or machine-washed sometimes (if the label mentions it). First, separate the light and dark-colored curtains to wash them separately. Step 2: Opt for a delicate cycle and choose cold water with a mild detergent. Ensure you do not use bleach for synthetic curtains. Step 3: Put them in the dryer from low to medium heat and hang them to dry immediately to prevent wrinkles. |  |
| How to Clean Sheer Curtain Step 1: Sheer also includes lace and may require extra care compared to other fabrics. First, soak them in cold water in the washing machine with mild detergent for about 5 minutes and drain the water. Step 2: Choose the gentlest cycle on the machine, add a little detergent, and give it a spin. Step 3: Place the curtain in the dryer on a no-heat, air-only setting. Throw in a dry terry cloth towel to prevent the sheer curtain from balling up while drying. Step 4: Take the curtains out while still a little damp and hang them on your window as usual. Gently pull the curtains to release any wrinkles to bring them back to their original shape without puckering. |  |
As these cleaning and care tips are easy to follow, you can maintain the quality of your curtains and drapes without any hassle. Have more curtain care secrets? Share them with us by tagging #AllAtJCP. Then, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see if you are featured.
