In case your curtains have unsightly stains or grease, then a vacuum will not be enough, and no, you still don’t need to take them down – You can clean your blinds and get rid of the stains while they are in situ.
All you need to do is to get a handheld, powerful steam cleaner with an attachment that can remove dirt and stains from the fabric with less effort.
If you are wondering if it is safe for your curtains, then it depends on how to use the steam cleaner. Vertical and gentle strokes are very enough to get into the fibers without drenching them. Make sure the steam cleaner is being used in the most gentle setting, and try to work in small sections for the best results.
#5 – Deodorize
Technically, the steam cleaner will be able to remove all the dust and even the unwanted odors. But in case any of them remained, you should take an extra few steps for a good smelling curtain!
As simple as using an upholstery, spray-form deodorizer, your curtains will instantly smell clean and fresh.
If you want to keep all the area smelling clean, then pour baking soda in a bowl, add your favorite essential oils, and then place it on the windowsill. Everyone will think that you actually washed the curtains professionally!
#6 – The windows cleaning
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The main reasons why curtains become dirty is when the windows they are covering are not cleaned enough, and also, when you are cleaning your windows, make sure to not add an extra cleaning chore by having the curtain’s material get in contact with the window cleaner.
This is the only way how curtains get dirty, let alone little kids who touch them with dirty hands and playful pets with curiosity to smell and touch everything.
In general, clean your windows with care and avoid spraying the cleaner directly to the material.
#7 – Let the curtains breath
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Many people tend to leave their windows closed the entire day so the dust will not get into the house and make everything dirty, including the curtains.
But it is very important to allow fresh air so everything can breathe, not only during the cleaning process but during the usual weekdays as well. This is the best way to say goodbye to unwanted smells because it can prevent the build-up of mold.
Save yourself the trip and the expenses of getting your curtains professionally cleaned, and also the efforts of taking them down and hanging them all over again because it is just… too much!
