How to wash roller blinds at home: is it possible and how to wash them correctly?

Roller blinds are one of the most modern, stylish, comfortable and practical options for decorating home interiors and offices. When purchasing a product of this type, you involuntarily ask the question: how to wash roller blinds? After all, with proper care, they will retain their aesthetic appearance for a long time, protect windows from the scorching sun and curious neighbors.

Features of roller blinds

For the base material of roller blinds, polyester fibers with a high density and smooth surface are used.
This makes the material resistant to wear and fading, and also allows it to be rolled and unfolded without hindrance. The outside of the fabric is treated with a special antistatic impregnation that repels dirt and dust and protects the product from bacteria. To avoid damaging the coating, cleaning should be carried out very carefully. First, you need to use a trial method to select a product that will not damage the curtains. The store sells special liquids with antistatic agents. But you can do without these drugs in everyday life. Any liquid or bulk detergent without chlorine will do.

Manufacturers recommend not washing products, but dry cleaning more often. It is enough to wipe the surfaces with a clean cloth without wetting it.

Method using a washing vacuum cleaner:

open the curtain completely and wipe with a dry, clean cloth, removing dust;
According to the instructions for the vacuum cleaner, apply a product diluted with water to the curtain;
distribute it over the entire surface of the canvas;
leave the detergent for 3-5 minutes for better effect;
then carefully collect with a vacuum cleaner.

The product must be dried unrolled.

Method for manually washing a roller blind without removing it:

Using a soft brush, apply the soap solution to the fabric and wipe lightly.
Use another brush and clean water to remove any remaining detergent.
If necessary, repeat the procedure, changing the liquid.

Carefully remove the fabric from the structure. Take it to the bathroom, after rolling it up.
In a separate container, dilute the detergent with water. Wait until the powder is completely dissolved.
Fill the bath with enough water to completely cover the rolled roll. Add the required amount of soap solution to it.
Gradually unroll the curtains and place them in the bathtub.
Wash the fabric on both sides with a sponge using gentle circular movements.
Gradually twist the roll in the desired direction.
Do not rub the fabric so as not to deform and remove the impregnation.
After this, drain the dirty soapy water. Place the roll on its side to allow any remaining dirt and detergent to drain off.
Immediately roll the wetted roll back, without twisting it, so as not to spoil it.
Using a shower head, rinse the fabric by directing the stream at it and unrolling it. Or, after taking a large amount of water into the bath, dip the roll into it several times. The curtain should remain flat, without creases or kinks.
Hold it over the bathtub to let the water drain.
The product should only be dried unrolled. There are two ways. Hang it with several clothespins from the top edge of the curtain. Or lay it out on a flat surface and wait for it to dry completely. Drying is accelerated by placing a dry towel under the fabric.

Do not wait until the curtain fabric is completely dry. The slightly damp curtain is hung unfolded in place. There, the canvas dries and takes on its original shape.

If necessary, roller blinds can be washed without removing them. In this case, you will need wet wipes, rags or sponges. It is recommended to clean using warm (but not hot) water. Having moistened the napkin (rag), you need to walk along the canvas from top to bottom, washing away dirt from the surface of the curtains. After the procedure, you need to wait until the roller blinds dry completely and only then roll the material.

How to wash roller blinds.
For dry cleaning, just take a vacuum cleaner with a special (thin) nozzle with an elastic band and walk over the canvas, moving from top to bottom. The procedure must be carried out with extreme caution. The vacuum cleaner should be set to minimum power, otherwise creases may form.

For window fabric roller blinds, 3 cleaning methods are used - dry processing, wet washing and hand washing in a basin. Which method to choose depends on the degree of soiling of the curtains.

Removing roller blinds from a window can be difficult, so it is best to clean them without dismantling them. If you wash your roller blinds regularly and avoid heavy contamination, you won’t have to wash them in a basin for the first couple of years after purchase.

To prevent cleaning from causing harm to the roller blind, it is important not only to wash it correctly, but also to dry it properly:

After washing, window roller blinds are strictly not recommended to be wrung out, twisted or wrinkled. This will lead to the appearance of creases on the canvas and compromise the integrity of the impregnation. Clean curtains are simply hung in the bathroom and left until water stops flowing from the products.
Wet products are placed in a dry room with diffused light and left until completely dry. It is not recommended to fold the roller blinds in half and throw them over a rope or bar; the fabric will bend and be difficult to straighten. Curtains should be dried completely unrolled. Also, damp curtains can be immediately hung back on the window if there is no bright sun.
To prevent the roller blinds from becoming deformed, when drying, it is necessary to return the weight strip to its place; usually it is simply inserted into the through “pocket” at the bottom of the roller blind.

The roller blind can be hung unfolded back on the window to dry.

Drying fabric roller blinds is prohibited near heating devices. The air temperature in the room should be stable and moderate, around 20-25 °C. Additional heating will cause the curtain to dry unevenly and therefore become deformed. It is strictly forbidden to hang roller blinds on a radiator or heated towel rail.

This type of curtain is very similar to blinds in terms of fastening method and functional features. They will reliably protect you from sunlight during the day and protect you from prying eyes in the evening. Very compact, takes up little space, does not draw attention to itself.

The design of roller blinds can be called universal, suitable for the stylish design of modern interiors

The design consists of a roll mounted on a rod and mounted on a bracket. A weighting element must be sewn into the lower part, usually a simple strip. The weighting agent allows you to create an evenly shaped canvas and also helps to fix it.

Roller blind device

A roller blind can be raised and lowered completely, and can also cover only the part of the window that is needed at the moment. Roll devices are easy to operate and maintain. The movement of the canvas occurs through a chain or spring mechanism. Recently, remote-controlled elements have become widespread; it is very convenient and practical.

Open type curtain with chain control Cassette curtain with manual control Cassette curtain with spring mechanism

For the base of fabric roller blinds, a material based on polyester fibers is used. The fabric for roller blinds must have a high density and have a smooth surface. A smooth surface is necessary to ensure smooth folding, and high density is the key to even distribution of the fabric and excellent protection from external factors.

The roller blind fabric can be made of natural, blended or synthetic fabric. The last variety is the most practical in terms of care and cleaning

It is necessary to pay attention that during production the canvas is impregnated. The canvas, impregnated with a special mixture, has the ability to repel dust and dirt. Sometimes simple airing is enough to clean the canvas from dust and some surface dirt. Impregnation prevents dust and dirt from sticking to the canvas. If it turns out that there is a stain on the canvas, then it can be removed using a regular office eraser.

The roll element has several possible types of fastening. The structure can be installed directly above the window, separately attached to each window sash, or, if necessary, attached to the ceiling.

Fastening curtains with self-tapping screws Fastening curtains with tape Fastening curtains with brackets

It is necessary to pay special attention to the fact that the fabrics used for roller blinds are very specific. They are impregnated with a special substance, so caring for them must be extremely careful; inept washing can completely destroy the impregnation, which will lead to complete unusability of the fabric covering.

Almost all manufacturers of roller blinds recommend dry cleaning their products. To maintain curtains in perfect condition, dry cleaning should be carried out regularly and avoid heavy contamination. Dry cleaning is carried out consistently every two to three weeks.

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Dry cleaning is done using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush

You need to understand that dry cleaning is necessary not only to care for the fabric and maintain a pleasant appearance of the product. It also helps maintain a functional mechanism that may become unusable due to clogging.

Regular dry brushing will help you avoid more drastic cleansing methods in the future. Cleaning must be carried out in compliance with basic rules. Do not apply bleaches, stain removers or other cleaning chemicals to the fabric base.

To remove heavy dirt, use a soft bristle brush and soapy water.

To clean, the curtains must be laid out on a flat surface.

Before washing roller blinds, you need to know what not to do during washing:

Bend the product and use force when cleaning.
Use regular detergents or cleaners, washing powders, bleaches and stain removers. Some of these products can be positioned, but in most cases they will simply ruin your curtain.
Use a washing machine to wash the curtains and a hot iron to smooth them out. This may be obvious, but many people still ruin their roller blinds this way.
Heavily moisturize the coating. Any moisture will not benefit the fabric covering. Humidification is an exceptional, last resort measure, as it washes out the impregnation.
Use hard sponges and hard-bristled brushes.

What can't you do?

When the roller blinds dry, they need to be placed away from the heat source: gas stove, heaters. Otherwise, this will lead to deformation of the canvas. The fabric shrinks when exposed to heat. It will be impossible to restore its original shape. Other prohibitions:

Do not use abrasive products to clean the material of roller blinds;
Do not iron the material with a hot iron;
It is prohibited to treat the fabric with gasoline, acetone and other aggressive substances.

Dismantling roller blinds

Regardless of where the roller blinds are located, on the balcony, kitchen, bedroom, and no matter how carefully they are treated, from time to time there is a need to thoroughly clean the roller blinds and wash the product. In this article we will tell you how to wash roller blinds at home.

How often should roller blinds be cleaned? This question can be answered - according to the pollution, but this is not the best solution

Make it a rule to do light cleaning along with washing the window, and try to remove heavy dirt immediately after it appears. This way you will preserve the original appearance of the canvas for a long time.

The washing process itself can be divided into four steps:

Dismantling the fabric for further washing.
Wash.
Drying.
Installation of a clean sheet in its original place.

For general cleaning, the curtain must be removed.

During dismantling, the roller blind fabric is separated from the functional structure. In this case, you should be careful, you need to ensure that you do not damage the canvas or mechanism. The principle and sequence of dismantling depends on the type of fastening of the roller blind.

In open models, the tube with the canvas is held in brackets using latches that need to be pressed or pulled out, depending on the specific design

When fastening using a spring bracket, the following sequence must be observed when dismantling:

remove the plugs from the side parts of the structure;
pull out the gears, starting from the edge opposite to the edge of the chain;
move the cornice to the side;
remove material from pipe.

In a cassette curtain, the brackets and mechanisms are hidden behind plastic plugs

When fastening with adhesive tape, use any sharp object to pry the tape from below and then carefully remove the cornice together with the tape. Note that in this case you can wash off the remaining glue using alcohol. This must be done extremely carefully.

After cleaning, the curtain is secured with new tape.

There should be no issues when attaching using magnets. This is the easiest way to attach, just separate the magnets and remove the fabric from the structure.

Dry cleaning

Delicate dry cleaning will help preserve the original appearance of fabric roller shutters for as long as possible.

Dry cleaning can be done in several ways:

We use damp soft wipes .
It’s all very simple: roll the roller shutters to their full length and wipe them with a damp soft cloth using gentle movements, from top to bottom. This type of cleaning can be done once a week.
We use a vacuum cleaner . You can quickly clean the roller shutters from dust if you carefully walk over the unfolded sheet with a vacuum cleaner.

To avoid damaging the curtain, put a special attachment (a fabric bag) on the vacuum cleaner brush. The suction power of the vacuum cleaner is set to minimum. Dry cleaning with a vacuum cleaner is enough to carry out once or twice a month .

You should not clean roller blinds with rough cloth napkins. Otherwise, the integrity of the protective layer is compromised.

What absolutely should not be done with roller blinds when washing

Washing in a washing machine is the certain death of your favorite roller blinds. The product can no longer be resuscitated.
Do not pre-soak curtains. Firstly, they can become very soft and tear, and secondly, they can fade very much.
When using a sponge during cleaning, it is recommended to wipe only with the soft side.
Do not unscrew the Day-Night roller blinds. They will wrinkle a lot and become shapeless. Rinse and leave them hanging to drain.
Ironing is highly undesirable and dangerous. If you cannot do without it, use a thin cotton cloth or damp gauze.
Dry the product straightened, without bending the fabric. Be careful not to deform the curtains, because such defects cannot be eliminated.

Any piece of furniture will last much longer if you take care of it and do it correctly. If used incorrectly, the service life of the product is reduced by half. Follow the recommendations of the Alser online store and your Day-Night roller blinds will retain their original appearance and attractiveness for a long time. We are always happy to help you!

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Bend the roller shutters and clean with force.
Use regular detergents without diluting, so as not to damage the blinds.
Machine washable.
Iron with a hot iron.
Wet the coating generously. Excess moisture damages the impregnation.
Use coarse sponges and brushes with hard bristles.

It is strictly forbidden to wash fabric roller blinds in a washing machine. Washing in it will ruin the fabric and you will have no choice but to go and buy new curtains.
It is not recommended to soak roller blinds before washing.
It is not recommended to rub with a hard sponge during the washing process.
It is not recommended to iron the curtain fabric. But if suddenly an urgent need arises, then it is best to iron through a cloth or damp gauze.
It is not recommended to unscrew curtains after washing.
Fabric roller blinds should be dried flat, avoiding creases, and always in a horizontal position to avoid stretching the curtain fabric. Because these defects will be impossible to correct.

Tips and prohibitions

You should not wash roller blinds often. Dry scrubbing or gentle wet cleaning will help keep your roller shutters clean, extending their service life.

What not to do with roller blinds:

wash in an automatic machine (machine washing will completely ruin the fabric);
dry hanging on a rope (to avoid deformation, the canvas is laid out only on a horizontal surface);
iron with a hot iron (you can only iron through a special mesh at the minimum temperature);
use powders with coarse abrasive particles for cleaning;
use aggressive chemicals (gasoline, acetone, solvents) to remove stains.

How to clean roller blinds

It is prohibited to wash roller blinds made of fabric or other materials in a washing machine;
Before cleaning, curtains should be removed from their fasteners;
it is more convenient to carry out cleaning in a bathroom or other room where dirt and water will not stain the floor;
When washing curtains, it is best to use a product in the form of a gel so that there are no streaks of powder left on the material;
the water temperature should not exceed 40 degrees, otherwise the roller blinds may become deformed;
for washing, it is best to use a soft sponge, which must be used to gradually wash away dirt from the entire curtain;
after washing, the roller blind must be thoroughly rinsed in the shower so that no traces of powder remain in the folds, due to which these areas can then fade faster in the sun;
It is necessary to dry the curtain in a straightened form so that folds and creases do not form on it;
It is necessary to finally dry the roller blind already on the window so that it retains its shape;
Ironing can damage the fabric, so it should only be done as a last resort at a minimum temperature and through gauze.

For regular cleaning, you only need to vacuum or wipe the roller blinds with a soft cloth. Washing may be necessary if it is heavily soiled or if noticeable stains appear on the material.

If cleaning the window is not enough, before washing the roller blinds, you need to remove them. This process can be performed differently depending on the manufacturers and types of roll structures. However, the basic sequence of actions is the same:

The roller blind is removed.
The fabric is twisted using a chain.
The bracket is removed.
The plugs on the sides are removed.
The canvas is removed from the roller blind.

If you carefully wash the curtain in the bathroom, it is not necessary to remove it from the pipe on which it is wound. But if the manufacturer allows machine washing, then the fabric must be removed. It is worth considering that even if machine washing is allowed, it must be done in a delicate cycle, without spinning and at low temperature.

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Mini roller blinds are removed in the same way when they are attached in the usual way. If they were secured with tape, then simply detach it.

You can clean roller blinds from dirt as efficiently as possible only with special means and tools. Therefore, the optimal solution is professional dry cleaning, which guarantees perfect removal of even complex stains, safety for others and the use of special equipment.

By contacting our company, you can order professional cleaning of roller blinds from various types of contaminants. We guarantee careful attention to each client, fast order fulfillment and the most affordable prices on the market. In their work, our craftsmen use professional equipment and environmentally friendly detergents. This guarantees high results regardless of the degree of contamination.

Nothing is impossible, just like washing roller blinds Day-Night at home. Detach the fabric part from the mechanism and move it into the bathroom. Place the cloth in the bath and moisten it with warm, but not hot, water. It is recommended to use natural detergents as a detergent. Those that do not contain bleaches are also suitable. Dilute the detergent in a small amount of water. Wet the sponge and wipe the curtain with light circular movements. Thoroughly rinse off any remaining foam.
If you are not sure about the effectiveness of the method or its safety, contact your dry cleaner for help. Just a few days and your Day-Night roller blinds are in perfect condition - clean, intact and safe.

The most correct option would be to remove the roller blinds and take them to a dry cleaner that provides this type of service. And in just a couple of days you will have clean roller blinds hanging in your home again.

A difficult, but more economical option is to wash the roller blinds yourself. After removing the curtains from them, you must remove the mechanism. You will need to clear out the bathroom to do laundry. It is best to use detergents based on natural ingredients or detergents that do not contain bleaches when washing roller blinds.

It is prohibited to clean the product in this way. Except for those roller shutters that are made independently. If this process is necessary for some reason, then you should:

Use the “gentle wash” program.
Disable the “spin” mode or set the minimum number of revolutions.

As already noted, washing roller blinds in a machine is prohibited. This is due to two circumstances. Such blinds are impregnated with a special composition with antistatic properties, which is washed off with prolonged contact with water. If you wash a roller blind in a machine, after the first procedure this layer will be erased and the product will lose its original properties. Because of this, dirt and dust will constantly accumulate on the surface of the blinds.

Some roller blinds are made using plastic fibers. The latter do not tolerate mechanical stress and bending. A machine-washed curtain containing such fibers will lose its original appearance. These blinds will have to be thrown away.

The method for removing contaminants must be selected taking into account the manufacturer’s recommendations given for a certain type of roller blind. Some of these products are recommended to be cleaned using chemicals, while others can only be cleaned with dry cleaning.

How to properly remove roller blinds.

To preserve the original appearance of the curtains, it is important not only to choose the right way to wash your roller blinds, but also to observe the following prohibitions:

Bend roller blinds when cleaning. Also, the product does not tolerate excessive pressure.
Use regular stain removers, detergents and washing powders. It is not recommended to use universal compounds that are suitable for all types of fabric.
Iron blinds. High temperature treatment evaporates the special impregnation.
Over-wet roller blinds. This will lead to leaching of the impregnation.
Use scrubbers with hard bristles.

Users use 2 cleaning methods. For the first you will need a damp cloth or a vacuum cleaner. In this case, the canvas does not need to be removed from the fastening. The second option will require dismantling the roller blinds.

Preparing for washing

If you choose the second cleaning option (general cleaning), then before washing the roller blinds, the canvas must be removed. To do this you will need:

Remove the roll from the clamp, being careful not to use excessive force.
Remove the plugs located on the side parts of the structure.
Pull out the gears, starting from the opposite edge of the chain.
Move the cornice to the side and remove the canvas.

If the roller shutter is attached with adhesive tape, then the structure must be pryed off with a sharp knife, being careful not to damage the plastic. In this case, it is recommended to hold the cornice with one hand. Remaining glue can be removed with alcohol.

Washing method

There are two ways to clean roller blinds at home. The first is used to remove minor contaminants. In difficult cases, more thorough cleaning of the blinds will be required. To do this, use both specialized products (AOC, Fairy, Progress and others) with a neutral pH, as well as washing powder (without bleaching components), soap or dishwashing detergent. Next, you need to wash the roller blinds according to the following algorithm:

Fill the bathtub with water so that it completely covers the linen and add detergent.
Unfold part of the canvas and clean it with a sponge (brush with soft bristles). The procedure should be carried out delicately, without pressing on the material.
Roll up the cleaned part and unfold the new one, repeating the steps described.
Rinse the unfolded sheet in the shower. This stage can be completed only after foam stops escaping from the curtain (otherwise streaks will remain on the material).

As with washing, roller blinds can be dried in two ways. For the first you will need:

Hang the canvas over the bathtub on a wide base (it is forbidden to use rope or fishing line, as kinks will appear) and wait until all the water has drained.
Lay out the fabric backing on a flat surface.
Place the roller blind on top of the absorbent backing, carefully straightening out the folds.
Wait until completely dry and roll the fabric into a roll.

In the second case, it is also necessary to hang the canvas in the bathroom, waiting until the water stops draining. Then the curtain needs to be rolled up, put in place and unrolled. After this, you should open a window or start forced ventilation. This way the moisture evaporates faster. At the same time, it is impossible to allow the formation of strong air currents, due to which the roller blind will twist.

Roller blinds for windows can be made from natural and artificial materials. Most often when creating them they use:

linen, cotton and satin;
polyester;
polyvinyl chloride and fiberglass.

Roller blinds made from pure natural materials are rarely found. Typically, linen and cotton are blended with polyester to enhance the durability and reflective properties of curtains. The top of the fabric is coated with a special impregnation with an antistatic and dirt-repellent effect.

Roller curtains must be washed very carefully, without damaging the special impregnation or deforming the fabric.

Sergeeva Margarita Vladimirovna, 37 years old, Moscow

The roller blinds in my living room are light beige, so they get dirty quite quickly and dust from the street settles. I try to clean it with a vacuum cleaner every two weeks, and wash it with clean warm water every 4 months. I haven’t tried to remove the blinds from the window and wash them yet; I know that doing this unless absolutely necessary is quite harmful.

Yartseva Anna Igorevna, 29 years old, Izhevsk

After 2 years of use, the soft lilac roller blinds in the bedroom had noticeably darkened, and I decided it was time to wash them. It turned out to be not so difficult to do; in the process I used Fairy to wash the dishes. I was afraid that there would be streaks, so I rinsed off the foam especially carefully in the shower. As a result, after drying, the curtains are as beautiful as before.

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How to wash and dry roller blinds

The special impregnation with which the fabric rolls are coated not only gives them fire resistance and protects them from fading and stretching, but also gives them antistatic properties (does not allow dust to penetrate inside). Thus, all contaminants remain on the surface and are easy to wash off. Therefore, the answer to the question whether roller blinds can be washed is clear - it is possible, but only by hand and adhering to certain rules.

Roller blinds cannot be machine washed. Automatic washing will damage both the fabric itself and the impregnation applied to it.

The procedure is as follows:

Remove the canvas from the plastic window. To do this, using a control chain, we wind the fabric onto the shaft. Then, using a screwdriver, driving the spring-loaded axle into the body of the plug, we remove the pipe from the box. If you cannot easily remove the curtain from the window, it is better to invite a specialist from a company that sells such products. He will show you how to properly separate the parts of the mechanism and in the future you will be able to do this yourself.
Before washing roller blinds, you need to unroll them on a flat surface (on the floor or on a table) and carefully examine them for stains. If any dirt is found, carefully clean it with an eraser. If the stains are fresh and non-greasy, the eraser will deal with them quickly enough.
Old and greasy dirt from roll sheets is removed with special eco-friendly preparations on a natural basis. They spot-treat the contaminated areas and after a while (according to the instructions for the stain remover) remove the remaining product with a soft sponge.
Then we start washing. We fill the bath with lukewarm water in an amount sufficient to completely cover the curtain fabric. Dissolve a neutral liquid detergent in water. The resulting solution should be approximately 2-3 percent.
We lower the curtain into the water, spreading it along the entire length of the bathtub, and wash it, wiping it in a circular motion with a soft sponge. Strong friction may cause the color of the fabric to fade, so do not overdo it.
When the entire surface of the roll is soapy, change the water. Do this until the drained water becomes clear. The detergent must be rinsed very thoroughly, otherwise when the fabric dries it will turn into unsightly whitish streaks.
You can simplify the process by using a shower. This must be done carefully so as not to damage the fabric. Completely rinsed fabric can be blotted with soft, dry cloth napkins.

It is recommended to dry the washed roll in a horizontal position. You can’t hang it on a rope, breaking it in the middle, and you shouldn’t attach it to the plastic end, placing it vertically in a slack position.

The best course of action is to wait until all the water has drained from the textile, roll the fabric onto a holder and place it on the window. After this, the curtain is unrolled and provided with ventilation in the room where it is dried.

What detergents should I use?

Before washing, you need to lay out the dismantled fabric on a flat surface and try to remove dirt from it using a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with a fabric attachment.

If this does not help and the fabric does not look presentable, it should be lightly wiped with a damp sponge. To do this, take a basin, bowl or other small container and dilute the soap solution.

The easiest way to prepare a working solution is based on liquid soap.

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But you can take a bar of ordinary soap and grate it on a fine grater

It is better to use soft water. If your tap comes out with hard water, buy a bottle of plain drinking water

Dissolve the crushed soap completely in warm water until foam forms.

Soak a sponge in it. Please note - the sponge should be slightly damp, but not wet. To do this, you need to squeeze it well. After the washing procedure with a damp sponge, the curtain should not be wet, it can only be slightly damp.

Before bringing the sponge to the curtain fabric, wring it out over the basin each time

This is especially true for products with a pattern that can be hopelessly damaged.

When using a sponge, remember to wet the soft side of the sponge, not the hard one. Firstly: it cleans better, and secondly: it is better to avoid contact of the hard part of the sponge with the curtain.

It is much more difficult to damage a curtain with the soft foam side than with the hard side with a float

After cleaning, the fabric base must be left in a horizontal position until it dries completely. Drying should occur gradually, slowly and independently. Using household appliances, including a fan, iron or hair dryer, to speed up the drying of the fabric can completely ruin your curtain.

Simply leave the curtain in a shaded room until completely dry.

Also, to speed up drying, do not leave the material in direct sunlight. Drying too quickly can ruin the shape of the product, so it is better to simply leave the curtain for a while in a dark, dry and well-ventilated room for drying. While the curtain is drying, you can clean its functional mechanism from dust (and hair, if there are pets in the house).

How often is it necessary?

Depending on the type of clothing, the washing frequency will vary. Some items need to be washed after every wear, while others can be cleaned once a season.

Underwear (panties, bras)

Panties must be washed after each shift, that is, daily.

Despite the fact that the upper part of the underwear practically does not get dirty, sweat stains appear on the bra over time and particles of dead cells collect.

The bra should be washed after every three uses. Find out more about washing your bras here.

Socks

Hosiery items should be washed after each shift, as they may retain traces of sweat and develop an unpleasant odor. Read about washing socks here.

Pajamas

If you shower every day before bed, you should wash your pajamas after three uses.

If evening water procedures are not always available, and you often sweat in your sleep, you need to put these clothes in the washing machine after they have been worn once or twice.

Skirts, shorts, trousers

Pants are washed after 4-6 times of use, since in most cases this item of clothing comes into contact with human skin.

For the same reason, it is recommended to freshen summer skirts after wearing them 3-4 times. The winter version is washed less often, after about 5 uses.

Shorts are a wardrobe item that gets dirty quite quickly. It is recommended to freshen them after 2 wears.

Jeans

This item of clothing does not require too frequent washing, as the powder may change their shade. Of course, you shouldn’t wear jeans until obvious signs of dirt appear; it’s enough to freshen them after 4-5 wears. Read more about washing jeans in this section.

Blouses, shirts

Wash after every wear if you sweat a lot. When there is no such problem, you can wear it again.

This does not apply to white items; they must be washed after each wear. It is recommended to refresh shirts after 2-3 wears.

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Jackets, blazers

These wardrobe items are made from practical materials that do not require careful care. However, they tend to absorb unpleasant odors. They are washed after 4-7 appearances.

Dresses

Summer dresses must be washed after one or two wears, as such models quickly absorb sweat.

Winter dress models are washed after several wears.

Evening dresses should only be cleaned dry to avoid damaging the delicate material and finishing. You will find a lot of useful information about washing dresses here.

T-shirts

These items only stay fresh for a few hours. Such clothing fits tightly to the body, so it quickly absorbs sweat. It is recommended to wash them immediately after use. This section will tell you about washing T-shirts.

Suits

Costumes require careful care, so it is not recommended to wash them yourself.

Minor contamination in the form of lint and dust can be removed using a clothes roller; in more complex cases, you will need to resort to dry cleaning services.

Outerwear

The frequency of cleaning and washing a coat depends on the type of fabric from which the item is made:

Down jackets are refreshed twice a year. If the manufacturer does not prohibit machine washing, do it in a gentle mode, at low temperature.
Fleece jackets are washed after 6 wears. They need to be rinsed thoroughly so that no cleaning agents remain on the product.
Outerwear made of suede and leather is washed every season. It is better to entrust the cleaning of such products to specialists. Suede jackets require more frequent washing.

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Towels

Wash bath towels after three uses, for hands and feet - every two days, especially if the family is large.

Items are washed by hand in warm water and then dried in a washing machine at moderate temperatures. Fabric softener is not recommended to be used frequently as it may have a negative effect on the absorbency of the fabric. Read more about washing towels here.

Mattress cover

This thing practically does not get dirty, since it is located under the sheet, but also needs regular refreshing.

They need to be cleaned regularly once every 2 months. Some mattress covers are hand washed only or dry cleaned.

Pillows

Not only pillowcases, but also pillows need cleaning. Sweat also gets on them, and over time an unpleasant odor may develop.

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How to remove stains

As you can see, roller blinds are very difficult to clean at home, so they require careful handling. If you plan to cook food near the curtain, it is advisable to temporarily roll it up, which will prevent dirt from getting on it, the formation of grease stains and other contaminants. The fabric wound around the shaft will be reliably hidden from contamination.

If a stain does form on the curtain, do not let it settle there. The sooner the first measures to clean it are taken, the higher the likelihood of success. First, try cleaning the stain using a regular paper eraser. Soft stain removers can be used on fabric bases, but only organic ones.

A stationery eraser is convenient for erasing small stains

If there is a need to iron fabric roller blinds, this can be done using the tip of an iron (very carefully!), but under no circumstances touch the seams with the iron. The surface temperature of the iron should be minimal. Ironing should only be done using gauze or other thin fabric; this will protect the material and its impregnation from excessive thermal effects.

Before ironing the curtains, set the temperature control to the minimum temperature.

To summarize, let’s say that cleaning roller blinds yourself at home is possible, but in the process you will have to face a number of difficulties and limitations. Pay attention to your roller blinds and they will not only last a long time, but will also look great. The main thing is to adhere to the simple rules described in this article and handle the fabric carefully so as not to damage it as a result of washing.

Caring for roller blinds also involves fighting stubborn stains.

If stains are revealed during inspection, a school eraser helps to cope with such stains. The last thing you need to do is wipe off the problem areas. You can remove greasy stains using:

Turpentine or gasoline. You need to soak a rag in these liquids and wipe away any traces of dirt, and then rinse with water.
Laundry soap. The grease should be rubbed off last and left for 10–15 minutes, after which it should be wiped with a damp cloth.
Salts or starch, which help get rid of stains left by vegetable oil. Bulk products should be applied to the problem area and left for 20 minutes. Then the salt (starch) should be shaken off and the canvas wiped with a rag soaked in an alcohol solution.
Dishwashing detergents. These cleaners remove greasy wax marks.

Undiluted dish gel helps to clean roller blinds in the kitchen from traces of grease. For complex stains, it is recommended to use specialized stain removers. But before washing the roller shutters, you need to apply a small amount of the product to an inconspicuous part of the canvas and monitor the reaction.

How to change the fabric leaving the control mechanism

There are times when it is necessary to remove the roller blind system to replace the fabric in it. For example, the old material has become unusable after an unsuccessful wash, or you have made repairs and need products of a different color. In any case, it is necessary to remove the old fabric blinds. To do this, completely remove all components from the fastening elements, remove the gear and control chain, and remove the shaft from the roll. Then, before purchasing a new fabric, it is advisable to take measurements from the old one.

When purchasing, it is important to choose a size with a technical margin, so that with the curtain completely lowered, at least one turn of fabric remains on the pipe. In addition, the method of attaching the blade to the pipe should be taken into account. There can be two options: the edge is glued to the shaft using adhesive tape, or a special groove is provided in the tube for installing the material. Pay attention to the options for the lower weight bar. When installing it, make sure that the fabric is fixed evenly.

If components break during removal, you will have to purchase a complete system kit. This will cost more than a separate fabric sheet. To prevent this from happening, carry out the work carefully.

Roller blinds can maintain an attractive appearance for a long time if they are used carefully. It is necessary to ventilate the room more often, clean the material and wash the windows. For longer operation of the mechanisms, it is recommended to lubricate them with a special compound. All removal and installation operations should be carried out carefully without sudden movements.

Methods for cleaning roller blinds

If there is minor contamination, roller blinds can be cleaned without removing them from the window. To do this, it is best to use a vacuum cleaner with a special attachment that does not leave any snags on the fabric. You can also use a soft cloth, such as microfiber. After removing the dust, you can refresh the roller blinds with a damp cloth, onto which you should apply a small amount of liquid detergent.

When using a washing vacuum cleaner, you should follow the instructions exactly and use a detergent that is intended specifically for such vacuum cleaners. After application, the product must be left for a few minutes, and then vacuumed again, but with clean water. After completing the procedure, the curtains should be opened and dried naturally directly on the window.

Dry cleaning

If you frequently wash roller blinds with water, they will become fragile and lose their neat appearance. Therefore, for minor contamination, dry cleaning is recommended to remove dust and small debris.

You can clean roller blinds without removing them using a dry cloth or vacuum cleaner. In the latter case, it is necessary to understand that the high power of the device can lead to damage to the canvas. Therefore, it is necessary not only to vacuum the curtains at minimum power, but also to use a special soft brush. An excellent solution would be to use a special fabric attachment, which you can purchase or make yourself.

Wet cleaning

If heavy dirt appears, wet cleaning will help restore the fresh appearance of roller blinds. This is a great alternative to washing curtains because there is no need to remove them from the curtain rod.

For wet cleaning, use flannel, microfiber or other soft material. You should choose a wet cleaning product depending on the contamination. If roller blinds are hanging in the kitchen, they contain grease, so adding detergent to the water is indispensable. If you just need to remove dust and debris, as well as refresh the appearance, you can simply wash the curtains with clean and warm water.

Frequent washing of products makes them fragile. Therefore, it is better to use dry cleaning. It is recommended to wipe with a damp cloth, collecting dust. Movements should be delicate.

Can be cleaned effectively and easily using a vacuum cleaner. However, care must be taken to ensure that the unit does not draw in material. A fabric attachment will help avoid this, making the cleaning process gentle. You can buy it in a store or sew it yourself. But the cleansing procedure should be performed once every 2-3 months.

Is it possible to put it in the washing machine?

One of the features of fabric roller shutters is the special treatment of the fabric (made of linen, cotton or synthetic fabric). Impregnation with polymer compounds protects the fabric from rapid contamination (the fabric, without accumulating static electricity, repels dust and dirt particles), and also helps maintain the brightness of color and shape.

Frequent washing destroys the protective layer, so caring for roller blinds boils down to wiping the fabric with a damp cloth soaked in a soapy solution about twice a year.

Washing fabric roller shutters is recommended when the fabric has already lost its original appearance and ingrained stains have appeared on it.

Cleaning of roller blinds is carried out only by hand.
Washing in a washing machine will completely damage the product .
Wet cleaning of roller blinds made of bamboo and rice paper is strictly prohibited. For such products, only dry cleaning with a soft cloth is allowed.

General rules for washing curtains can be found here.

How to get rid of stains from fabric roller blinds?

This question arises quite often and is complicated by the nature of the occurrence of certain stains. If you have roller blinds hanging in your kitchen, it is advisable to collect them while cooking. But often we forget about this and then stains of grease, stains from berries and vegetables, and coffee appear on the curtains.

To begin with, you can use a stationery eraser. If this method does not help, then use special stain removers. For this purpose, there are special, gentle, natural-based cleaning products on sale that will make it easier for you to get rid of difficult dirt and stains. The main thing is to carefully study the instructions, and before washing, test the product on an inconspicuous area of the fabric to make sure that it will not affect the color and structure of the fabric. You can also use hydrogen peroxide or ammonia to remove stains, but be very careful so as not to spoil the fabric.

Important care points

The most important point is the correct choice of curtain cleaning technology. If you make a mistake, don't read the instructions on the label or don't read our tips, you could ruin your favorite expensive items.

Be sure to read the manufacturer's recommendations. Do not start washing unless you have the required detergent. Prepare a drying area or a dry cloth for wrung out curtains, drapes, curtains.

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Drying correctly

The drying process is no less important than cleaning and washing, and this must be done so that the fabric retains its original appearance and smoothness. The following rules will help to achieve this:

After removing most of the moisture from the curtain, it is best to lay it out on a clean surface and leave it to dry there. To speed up this process, you can place a cloth made of natural material under it;
You can hang it without bending the fabric using clothespins, on a clothesline or crossbar. With this method, there is a possibility that the fabric may stretch;
minor creases can be corrected with an iron, following all the precautions discussed below.

Exposure to high temperatures when drying roller blinds should be avoided. This can lead to loss of shape and the appearance of marks on the canvas, which will be impossible to get rid of.