Many people assume that if their curtains say they’re washable that there’s all there is to it. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the way it works. In certain circumstances, even curtains that were made to be washable should not be washed in your washing machine. Read on to learn more about them and be sure to check out the huge selection of draperies available for affordable prices from Half Price Drapes. Look at both the drapery and the lining In some cases, either the drapery or its lining … [Read more...] about It’s Not Always a Good Idea to Wash Washable Curtains
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Tips for Washing Your Window Treatments
Can you wash your window treatments? You can if they specifically say that they’re washable. If not, then it’s best to have them dry cleaned or to follow the care instructions on the tag. At Half Price Drapes, many of our products are made from high quality silks, velvets, and other fabrics that can’t stand up to the process of washing. However, if you do have curtains that are labeled washable then here are some tips that can help. One disclaimer: Even some curtains that say they’re washable … [Read more...] about Tips for Washing Your Window Treatments
General Tips for Washing Your Draperies
One of the most common questions we get at Half Price Drapes is whether or not our curtains are washable. The truth is that most of our materials are high-quality, delicate fabrics that should not be washed. Instead, send them over to your local dry cleaner or use your upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner to get rid of dust. However, there are some draperies that can be washed. Note that you should only assume you can wash your drapes when they explicitly say they are washable. If … [Read more...] about General Tips for Washing Your Draperies