Curtains not only make the apartment much more comfortable, they can also become a real decorative highlight. It is important to wash and care for curtains properly. We show how it's done.
Nobody likes yellowed curtains. The right washing program and the right care are crucial so that they shine again and become wrinkle-free.
Wash the curtains in the washing machine
The care instructions given by the manufacturer should of course be observed. Generally, however, curtains can usually be added 30 degrees wash in the washing machine. It is recommended Delicate washing program at maximum 800 revolutions per minute. The savings program should be avoided, since wrinkles are caused by the lower water supply. Wrinkling also occurs when the washing machine is too full.
Washing recommendation for different materials
Not only the washing program is important, but also that real detergent. To get rid of the yellow and the gray veil, special detergent for curtains is suitable. The general rule:
At cotton and polyester should machine wash too Color or delicates be gripped.
With a machine wash with white curtains is suitable for liquid detergents.
At silk and printed fabrics one is recommended Hand wash with liquid mild detergent -without bleaching.
Wash curtains with natural home remedies
In order to get the curtains bright white, you don't always have to reach for the chemical clubs. There are some home remedies that have been tried and tested:
- Baking powder or baking soda: Who baking powder or Baking soda can have a packet added to the washing powder. With these home remedies, the gray veil disappears very quickly. Depending on the degree of soiling, you can fill a bathtub with water and then add baking soda. Soak the curtain overnight and then machine wash it.
- Vinegar or citric acid: Add vinegar or lemon juice to a bath with water and soak the curtain in it for several hours. Then wash the curtain again in the washing machine.
- Washing soda: You can also get rid of the gray veil of the curtains with washing soda. Simply soak the curtain in 10 liters of water and 500 g of soda and then rinse with cold water.
How often should I wash the curtains?
Dust and dirt like to collect in the curtains and curtains. So that they give us pleasure for a long time, they should two to four times a year getting washed. In households where people smoke, it is advisable to wash more often to get rid of the yolk.
Hang the curtains correctly
Curtains should not in the tumble dryer be given, because this creates wrinkles. Instead, you can simply hang them on the curtain rail and dry them there. Slightly smooth it out and correct the drapery and you save yourself ironing afterwards.
You can Clothespins to the weight at the bottom of the curtain booklets to avoid creasing. There is a high risk of mold formation in damp rooms, so ventilation should be carried out regularly. What needs to be considered? You can read that in our article on airing properly.
Iron curtains
If the curtains or over curtains are hung up to dry, but still not wrinkle-free, the iron must be used. Important: the curtains should iron damp be and not completely dry. While linen curtains are smoothed with a steam iron, low temperatures are sufficient for synthetic fibers. The general rule is: start ironing at the top and feel your way down.
Other household tips: maintain curtains
- So that the curtains do not get dirty so quickly, you can use a Lint brush dusted regularly become.
- The Shake out curtains before washingto remove loose dust.
- To avoid pulling threads and rust stains, you should Check marks, rings and other metal parts removed become.
- A Laundry net protects the material and prevents creasing.
- To avoid discoloration of the curtains, they should not be dried directly in the sun.
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