Roman blinds are one of the most fashionablemodern interior items. They are practical, functional, aesthetic and will perfectly fit into almost any design style. Prices for Roman blinds are quite affordable for most buyers. This has a positive effect on their demand. But some buyers are concerned about the question of how to wash Roman blinds.
Roman blinds have a complex structure due tothan their washing causes a lot of trouble. Putting curtains in order is necessary not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for sanitary and hygienic reasons, so that the fabric does not turn into a breeding ground for germs. However, improper washing can cause irreparable damage to the product. What rules should be followed for this?
Everything starts with an invoice
First of all, it is necessary to determine precisely:whether or not it is possible to subject a purchased Roman blind to the washing procedure. Fashionable curtains are made not only from fabric materials, in the production of such necessary things for the interior they use:
- bamboo;
- burn.
The latest textures do not tolerate water.If you try to wash, for example, bamboo Roman blinds, this will lead to the fact that the items will be irreparably damaged, and the money spent on their purchase will be wasted. What is the right thing to do in such cases? Roman blinds made of rope or bamboo are put in order only by dry cleaning. In this case, the items are not removed from the cornice - to avoid their deformation and for greater convenience in performing the cleaning operation.
Roman blinds made from bamboo should not bewash. What tools will help you easily cope with this task? An ordinary brush or a vacuum cleaner. With their help, carefully remove the dust that has settled on the curtains. To prevent the vacuum cleaner from accidentally damaging the texture of the fabric, the nozzle of the household appliance is pre-wrapped in thick fabric before starting work. Some buyers complain about the short shelf life of Roman blinds made of rope or bamboo. If you properly care for these interior items, they will last much longer. Regular airing will help increase the service life of the curtains. To properly perform this procedure, a strong draft is needed. Roman blinds that have just been washed, dried and hung on the window also need to be regularly aired. Such a simple procedure will help remove microscopic moisture from their threads. If the Roman blinds are made of fabric, the task is much more difficult. First of all, things must be carefully removed from the cornice. This process is considered labor-intensive and painstaking. It should be done very carefully so as not to damage the Roman blind and the cornice, if it is made using wood or polymer materials. Between hand and machine washing of curtains, it is better to choose the first option, because it is more gentle and will help to prevent deformation of things. And one more important point: before washing, the Roman blind must be soaked in warm water. It should not be hot under any circumstances. This is a more gentle option for handling the fabric, it will help to wash the item well without causing damage to its texture. Return to the table of contents</a>
About composition, temperature and mode
Before you start washing Roman blinds, you need to properly prepare a soap solution for the upcoming operation. For this you will need:
To wash Roman blinds you will need a pH-neutral powder.
- plastic or enameled basin;
- warm water;
- Ph is a neutral powder.
There are no whitening agents for this procedure.should not be used under any circumstances, as they can cause irreparable damage to the fabric of the Roman blinds. The soaking procedure lasts about an hour. What to do if the Roman blinds are covered with stains, which many housewives are used to fighting with bleaches? To clean the Roman blind from stains, you only need the stain remover that uses natural ingredients. If there is a lot of work ahead or there is simply no time to hand wash the curtains, you must take the following measures so that the washing machine does not damage their texture. Here it is important to consider two components of the upcoming operation:
- mode;
- temperature.
To wash Roman blinds, you should select the modedelicate wash. The machine mode for Roman blinds is selected for washing delicate fabrics. Particular attention should be paid to the temperature: it should not exceed 30-40 degrees. After hand or machine washing, it is necessary to rinse the Roman blind thoroughly. Do not be lazy, repeat this procedure several times so that the items last as long as possible. The detergent must be thoroughly removed from the fabric. If you neglect these recommendations, stains or colored streaks will appear on the curtains, which is equally unpleasant. The fact is that chemicals under the influence of sunlight tend to affect the fabric structure and substances used for its coloring. If the item has been rinsed repeatedly, its color will not suffer from direct sunlight. Another common mistake is hanging completely dry curtains. Do not wait for the fabric to dry completely. As soon as the water drains from it, proceed to installing the Roman blinds on the cornice. The main point in this operation is to return the slats to their original place. If the washing was done by machine, it is best to immediately insert the slats and then wait for the fabric to dry completely. In extremely rare cases, Roman blinds require ironing, which is their significant advantage. If you hang things on the window correctly, they will acquire the correct position themselves as they dry, and the fabric will straighten out. There is another little secret, the knowledge of which will help protect any delicate item during machine washing, and “clothes on the windows” are no exception. Before placing the curtains in the washing machine and turning on a special mode for delicate washing, the item is wrapped in a special fabric bag. It can be purchased at almost any home goods store. Such a bag can also be replaced by an ordinary pillowcase. These things will not worsen the quality of washing, but will also additionally protect the curtain from adverse effects during washing. Return to the table of contents</a>
A little more about secrets
If you have not been able to remove stains from Romancurtains, then it is better to take them to the dry cleaner. In order to avoid additional problems when washing such a fashionable interior item, it is best to initially purchase curtains where the special fastening tape (into which the crossbars that support their shape are inserted) is not tightly fixed. The items will last much longer if they are not subjected to frequent washing or if the latter is alternated with vacuum cleaning. If the stains cannot be removed, it is still better to contact the dry cleaner, where this procedure will be performed by professionals. Repeated exposure to stain remover can lead to the appearance of additional stains on the fabric or damage to its structure. Return to contents</a>
How not to damage the fabric and keep the aesthetic appearance of things
To avoid shrinkage, Roman blinds should behand wash. If cotton is used in the production of the fabric, it is better to give preference to universal powders. However, it is necessary to remember that cotton curtains are most susceptible to shrinkage. To avoid shrinkage, it is better to wash the fabric by hand, strictly observing the temperature regime. When curtains are made of velvet or fabrics that resemble it in their texture, things must be dried on a flat surface. They cannot be hung on the window. To perform the procedure, you will need:
- table;
- terry cloth.
Velvet curtains should not be twisted or wrung out.in a centrifuge. They are carefully laid out on a flat surface, wrapped in terry cloth. Such delicate curtains should not be dried in the sun or near household heating devices. If this rule is violated, irreversible deformation of the fabric will occur. Sometimes housewives advise another option for tidying up the curtains: dilute a soap solution, soak a rag in it and carefully wipe the curtains. It is important to know that such actions will quickly make the item unusable, because the soap solution will remain on it. Ironing Roman blinds decorated with embroidery is a special issue. To properly perform the procedure, they are ironed from the front side while damp. For ironing, you will need gauze, which will protect the curtain from direct contact with the surface of the iron. The seams of the curtains are ironed in a similar way, setting the iron to the minimum temperature of the delicate ironing mode. Additional stretching of the fabric during work is prohibited.</ ul>
