Step-by-step guide on how to machine wash curtains with eyelets

Curtains with eyelets can become a real decoration of the room, so many people order such products for themselves without thinking about how to wash them.

When this moment does come, the owners of the curtains have a lot of questions.

You can wash curtains with eyelets in the washing machine or by hand, but this must be done correctly. More about how to wash curtains with eyelets, read the article.

Is it possible?

Many housewives are afraid to load eyelet curtains into the washing machine drum due to the presence of iron elements. Their fears are not unfounded, since a torn off ring can lead to damage to household appliances.

To prevent this from happening, the following types of curtains are not automatically processed:

1. Old canvases... If their fibers have lost their former density, then the rings are weak and can come off when rubbed against the elements of the washing machine.
2. Cheap products... It is impossible to guarantee the strength of the fittings.
3. Items with serious defects such as split seams... Washing in automatic mode is possible, but only after the problem has been eliminated.
4. Curtains made of delicate fabrics: velvet, natural silk, blackout, flock, chintz, linen... It is not recommended to load products made of several types of fabric at once into the machine.

It is not only the type of fabric that matters, but also the material from which the eyelets are made:

1. Tree. It does not tolerate contact with water, swells and becomes unusable. Such products are washed by hand, preventing the edges of the curtains with fittings from getting wet.
2. Metal. Such eyelets will not tolerate interaction with aggressive detergents and with the washing machine drum. They will either rust, causing dirty streaks, or the shiny finish will come off.
3. Plastic. These are the most unpretentious products that can be automatically processed.

There are products on sale with removable fittings. At the time of washing, the eyelets are unfastened, and after processing is completed, they are returned to their place.

Washing in a washing machine

To prevent machine wash from damaging curtains with eyelets, you need to properly prepare them. This stage includes the following steps:

1. Removing the product from the eaves... This is a time-consuming task that will be difficult to cope with alone.
2. Removing dust from fabric... To do this, shake it thoroughly. It is advisable to carry out the procedure outdoors, or use a vacuum cleaner.
3. Soak. This step is carried out only if there is serious dirt on the canvases.

   Areas in need of treatment are moistened, a cleaning compound (soapy water or liquid stain remover) is applied to them, left to act and rinsed.

4. Detergent selection... It is recommended to wash curtains on eyelets with liquid formulations. They are distinguished by a gentle effect on the material, remove stains better and rinse well at low water temperatures.

   You can opt for gel capsules, which are immediately placed in the washing machine drum along with the curtains.

After completing all the preparatory activities, they begin to wash. Step-by-step algorithm of actions:

1. Place curtains in the drum of the washing machine.
2. Pour detergent into the compartment.
3. Select a suitable washing mode. It depends on the type of fabric from which the curtains are sewn. The classic treatment is carried out on the "delicate" or "gentle wash" program. In this case, the water temperature is 30-40 degrees, and the spin is turned off. This will keep the fittings intact.
4. Wait until the end of washing, remove the curtains from the washing machine, dry and return to their place.

Step-by-step instructions for washing curtains on eyelets in a washing machine - in the video:

Manually

Massive curtains are best washed in the bathroom. Small thin curtains can be placed in the basin.

Manual processing instructions:

• clean the product from dust and other contaminants;
• pour water into a suitable container, its temperature should be 40 degrees;
• dissolve the detergent in water;
• soak the curtains for 15 minutes;
• carefully work through all the contaminants that require mechanical cleaning;
• rinse tightly in running warm water until the foam is completely washed out.

Do not wring out the curtains. The water must be allowed to drain, after which the product is hung on the cornice.

Alternative cleaning methods

The less often the product is in contact with water, the longer it will last... However, this does not mean leaving the curtains dirty.

There are several ways to clean them without removing them from the eaves. Among them:

1. Vacuum cleaning... The device allows you to get rid of accumulated dust.
2. Steam generator cleaning... With its help, you can carry out wet processing of curtains, but without the use of detergents.
3. Washing with a sponge and detergent... In this way, they get rid of point dirt and single spots.

Another way to wash your curtains with care is to trust professionals to care for them.

Features of drying and ironing

Drying and ironing is an important step in the care of eyelet curtains. In order for these processes to take place without losing the appearance of the fabric, it is necessary to pay attention to the following points:

• if the material has an average density (viscose, organza, muslin, etc.) and low weight, then the water must be allowed to drain, after which you can immediately hang the curtains on the cornice;
• when the product is massive, for example, velvet, then when wet, its mass will be significant, therefore such curtains are dried completely unfolded - they are spread on sheets, which are changed as they get wet, the canvases are hung slightly damp;
• curtains do not dry on heating devices and near an open source of fire. This will negatively affect the fabrics and accessories.

Some curtains require ironing after drying.Most often, products made from natural fibers (cotton and linen) need it. They are ironed wet or with the steam function turned on. If the fabric is delicate and thin, it is ironed through cheesecloth.

Important recommendations

To prevent damage to the fabric, the following recommendations must be observed:

1. Wash curtains separately from other items.
2. If the products are massive, then they are loaded into the drum one by one. When washing curtains, it is important that they fit freely in the machine. Tightly packed blades will not process properly.
3. Aggressive compositions are not suitable for washing products. Even if the fabric itself transfers their impact, the eyelets will be hopelessly damaged.
4. To prevent metal fittings from rusting and leading to the formation of streaks on the material, they should be thoroughly wiped with a dry cloth immediately after washing.
5. Thorough rinsing of the fabric will help prevent white and yellow streaks. This is especially important for curtains, as they regularly come into contact with the sun's rays. Detergent particles remaining inside will cause the fabric to turn yellow.
6. Conditioners and bleaches should be used with care. Their components can damage the eyelets.

The ban on machine washing is indicated by a crossed out square, inside which there is a circle (washing machine icon). You need to ask the sales assistant about the care of the curtains made in the salon.

Conclusion

Eyelet curtains require delicate handling. Taking care of them is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance.

Products perfectly tolerate machine processingif you choose the right detergent and set the washing program.

So that after the purchase there are no questions about the care of the curtains, it is necessary to determine the type of fabric from which they are sewn, as well as the material of the eyelets themselves.