Rules for washing curtains in a washing machine: mode, temperature

Today's variety of material for draping can plunge even an experienced hostess into confusion. The problem lies not only in the choice, but, to the greatest extent, in the subsequent care. Each type requires its own conditions and right the order of their implementation, and we will analyze in detail how this is done.

Tulle and curtains are the most important detail in the interior, which is paid attention to first.

Important!Before removing the curtains, we advise you to take a picture of them, especially if they consist of several parts and contain many decorative elements. You will feel the value of this recommendation during the subsequent hanging. Often it is almost impossible to assemble the composition back without instructions.

Before starting work, the curtains removed from the window should be prepared.

  1. Dust cleaning. It is carried out either with a vacuum cleaner with a suitable nozzle, or by conventional shaking, preferably in the open air.

    Alone it is difficult to do, we advise in advance to take care of the presence of an assistant.

  2. Removal of accessories. Remove and remove all associated nonwovens, hooks, rings, cords, bows. Ornaments made of beads, glass beads and others should also be carefully removed and put in a suitable container.

    If this is not possible, it is required to place the curtains in special bags.

  3. Determine the material from which the fabric is made, for the correct selection of the desired program. In factory goods, this information is contained on the label, if the products are of designer tailoring, you can learn from the master.

    When determining the composition is not possible, it is worth choosing a delicate program.

  4. Select the appropriate tools for certain types of material and special bags for delicate items.

    Curtains can be placed in a cloth bag.

  5. Very contaminated products are presoaked in warm water with detergent added.

    Thin fabrics, for example, a veil and organza, do not need to be soaked, they are so well washed.

Note!Do not combine processing of natural and synthetic fabrics in one load.

Virtually all types of woven curtains are permissible for use in a washing machine, the difference is correct installation program, water temperature and spin capability. Most types of curtains can not be squeezed in the washer.

Models, especially combined and multi-layered, must be carefully sorted and washed separately from other things.

Important!Curtains must be washed at least twice a year. Kitchen - at least twice as often as they are faster polluted due to vapors when cooking. Light and airy curtains require attention more often, not less than once every two or three months.

Laundry for "window clothes"

Thick fabrics, drapes and curtains.

  • Linen. Linen curtains tolerate hot water well, for unpainted, you can raise the heating to 95 °. If they are painted, no more than 60 ° is enough.Products with embroidery and bright printed patterns can withstand heat up to 40 degrees. Curtains of linen It is better not to press fabrics in a washing machine, as they are prone to severe crushing.

The mode needs a delicate.

  • Cotton. There is a special program for cotton products, and it must be followed. For color heating is allowed within 60 °, if the drawings are bright and printed, embroidery is present, then no more than 40 °. You can squeeze them at maximum speed.

Delicate washing is not required.

  • Gunny. Washing products from matting can be done in any mode, but the temperature should be set no more than 30 degrees.

Spin is not recommended.

  • Taffeta, brocade satin and other thick fabrics with a glossy surface. Such fabrics are washed at a temperature not exceeding 50 °, in the presence of patterns - no more than 30 °. Spin is not welcome, as they are prone to wrinkles.

The washing mode is delicate.

  • Velvet, velor, tapestry, jacquard, gabardine and other heavy drapes better to dry-clean. In case of emergency with machine wash temperature water should be no more than 30 °. For velvet and velor, soaking is not recommended, machine washable is allowed no more than half an hour, the fabric should be loaded into the drum, folded inward.

The mode is turned on delicate, it is impossible to press them.

Important!Before as to wash products of dense matter, it is advisable to find out whether it has passed decatioration. This is a procedure for forced shrinking of fabrics, which is carried out before cutting and sewing. On factory products, this information may be present on the label, if the products are designer, you can ask about the decation from the manufacturer. If clarification is not possible, wash them up to half an hour, in the coolest water and eliminate spinning.

Light fabrics, curtains

  • Organza, half organza, veil, silk. It is desirable to wash them in individual bags, so as not to damage the delicate matter. The mode is set to manual, heating is not more than 40 °. Time set to half an hour.

Squeeze them should not.

  • Acrylic, viscose. They must be erased by installing a delicate program, at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees. It is recommended to add an air conditioner to the special compartment in order to avoid coarsening of the item.

Spin is contraindicated.

  • Tulle, nylon, nylon. Tulle before stacking in the drum, it is desirable to place in a special bag. The temperature of the water for these things should be set to a minimum of no more than 40 °. These are suitable powders or shampoos, giving a minimum of foaming.

The mode is allowed only manual, should not be pressed in any case.

  • Polyester. Only delicate mode, no more than 40 degrees to prevent wrinkles. Minimal addition of detergents and thorough rinsing is necessary to avoid stains.

Spin is contraindicated.

From threads and ropes

Cotton and rope curtains have their own training. Before you load such items into the washing machine, you need to do the preparation, tying them in several places with twine to avoid tangling threads. You can also braid threads and rope suspension in not tight pigtails.

The procedure of weaving or dressing can be carried out before removing the curtains from the eaves.

After that, put them in a special bag. The mode here must be set manualtemperature is not higher than 30 °. Wring them flatly contraindicated. Detergents are desirable to take those that form the minimum amount of foam.

After removing them from the drum, they must be immediately hung on the eaves in order to avoid loss of shape and the formation of uneven edges.

Note!Curtains made of lightweight materials should be placed in special washing bags in the washing machine in order to avoid deformation. Such bags are sold in economic departments. You can use them repeatedly.

Curtains blackout

Fabric for the production of standard blackout is made on a polyester basis and has a double satin weave. Due to its properties, it provides complete darkness in the room, as well as soundproofing and retains heat. These curtains perfectly provide protection from light and extraneous sounds, so they are best used in the bedroom or children's room.

This material is very resistant to fading and dirt.

In the washing machine blackout curtains can wash like in any modes, and at high temperatures, as well as pressing at maximum speed, if the composition does not have a metallized coating or acrylic layer.

In such a case, the washing is allowed no more than 40 ° in the delicate mode, it is not recommended to spin.

Note!Drying of most types of curtains in washing machines is not recommended. After washing, it is permissible to hang light curtains immediately on the eaves, so they quickly dry out and do not lose their shape. Other types of curtains are hung out in a place where there are no direct sunshine to run off excess water.

Washing curtains with hooks

It is not recommended to load curtains with unwrapped hooks into washing machines, as they can unhook and get into the filter or other important components of the device during the process, or get stuck in the sealing rubber bands or in the drum holes, which will lead to tears and damage to the fabric.

In the case when there is no other way out, the curtain with hooks is placed in a special bag, additionally fixing the edge on which the hooks are located, with string.

Important!The washing machine must be loaded in the amount of a little more than half of the weight specified in the instructions for this model. Combination with any other items is unacceptable.

When you need to trust the professionals.

In addition to the above, there are curtains, the processing of which is machine contraindicated. These are classic Japanese, roller blinds, as well as vertical and horizontal blinds. It is better to entrust the maintenance of these types to professionals, since the materials from which they are made do not tolerate contact with liquid.

It is extremely discouraged without the special need to wash in a typewriter and heavy, dense curtain pieces, such as velvet, velor, tapestry.

It is also desirable to use the services of professionals if you do not have information about the composition of the material or if there are doubts about the final result. Preparation for professional cleaning is minimal and consists of cleaning dust.

Getting rid of accessories and hooks is optional; many dry cleaners take this responsibility on themselves, but can be clarified beforehand.

Note!If washing in the washing machine is carried out correctly, ironing is not necessary. The exception is strongly crushed and natural fibers, such as flax, cotton, silk, viscose. Ironing they are better in wet, but not wet, condition.

The more in the composition of synthetic fibers, the less the thing will wrinkle in the process of washing.

With the advent of modern technical capabilities, the care of things has become much simpler. However, in order for home textiles to serve for many years and to look as attractive as possible, the simple rules listed in this article must be followed.

Proper and high-quality care for curtains will not only preserve the color of the material, but also extend the life of the product.

VIDEO: How to wash curtains.

VIDEO: Washing curtains. Easy and fun.

We recommend related articles.
Round golden cornice with shower head Semicircular and angular type of eaves for a curtain in a bathroom
Corner cornice for curtains in the bathroom Constructions that equip baths are not only utilitarian function, but also are part of the design. Is the corner cornice for curtains in the bathroom, ...
Sewing curtains in the bedroom with their own hands: samples, photos and patterns
A feature of curtains is that they can be chosen for any type of interior. They can be of various types: heavy or light, light or dark, plain or patterned, long or short ...
Description of ceiling curtain rods for curtains: sizes, mounting methods
Window curtains are an integral part of the interior of a modern apartment. They carry both aesthetic and practical value, protecting the room from bright light and prying eyes. To securely fix ...
Types of bamboo roller blinds: straws for windows
Modern bamboo curtains - it is a single roll of fabric, consisting of numerous bamboo tubes. The tubes, made from the stem of natural bamboo, are interconnected by a natural solid ...
How to make a niche for curtains in a stretch ceiling with your own hands
Depending on the design of the stretch ceiling, the way to install the eaves changes. Naturally, it is physically impossible to attach a cornice to a thin film, and to fasten it to a wall in a modern interior is not ...
How to arrange windows with curtains in the living room and other rooms
Window decoration with curtains is on three pillars - the completion of the concept of style of the room, adherence to functionality, the desire of homeowners. Despite the abundance of styles and styles (about 70 varieties), ...
Add a comment
By clicking a button you agree to privacy policy and site rules set forth in user agreement

Sofas

Furniture

Armchairs