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Roman blinds are one continuous canvas with slats inserted inside. The variety is practical and easy to use. Such curtains are not easily soiled, but washing Roman shades with your own hands is required. The process technology depends on the material of the product and the recommendations for its operation.
Can Roman blinds be washed
It is necessary to remove dust or stains from Roman blinds as they become dirty, how this is best done depends on the material. The purchased product comes in the manufacturer's packaging, the kit must include a care instruction or a label for the canvas, if it is made of fabric. After studying the recommendations, a method of further action is chosen. This can be a manual option, dry clean or machine wash.
If it is problematic to remove the weighting agent or crossbars from the product, take into account what the slats are made of: plastic, wood or metal. In the latter case, contact with water causes corrosion, in the future rust stains may appear on the surface, the product will lose its presentation.
Do not wash Roman shades made of natural material such as bamboo, in this case dry cleaning is used. If it is possible to wash, consider the water temperature indicated on the label so that the fabric does not shrink or deform.
The detergent is chosen without chlorine, it is better liquid, according to the color of the product, the usual dosage is halved. It is not difficult to wash Roman shades at home, but if this is not possible, so as not to spoil the presentation, they are handed over to dry cleaning or resort to the services of a cleaning company.
How to remove a roman shade for washing
Unlike the usual curtains fixed on baguettes, Roman blinds are of a more complex design. They are equipped with cords, weights and ribs to create folds when lifting. The place where the parts are inserted is closed on one side, and open on the other in order to remove them. If both sides are sewn up, after removal, one is carefully cut. You can wash the product without removing the parts, but this will require a wide bathtub, it will be difficult to remove the remaining detergent, and you will not be able to squeeze out the complete Roman shade.
Recommendations for properly removing an interior element:
- If the roller blinds are fixed on self-tapping screws, they are unscrewed and the base on which the canvas was fixed is removed.
- Mounted on a spring-loaded bracket, gently pry and remove the fabric.
- Basically, Velcro is used as a fixing device for the canvas.
Separate the sticky tape from the plank - At the bottom of the weighting agent there are fasteners that lift the canvas.The design can be different, but more often these are rings, the cord is tied to them.
Untie the laces on both sides - Each bar is taken out and set aside.
Further actions depend on the chosen method of removing contaminants. Below in the video there is an example of how to quickly and correctly remove a Roman shade for subsequent washing.
Washing rules for Roman curtains, depending on the material
Before washing the product, you need to build on the recommendations for care, this is especially true for natural material that reacts poorly to contact with water. Fabric, synthetic or mixed types can be washed by hand or in a machine, this parameter will be necessarily indicated on the tag with the corresponding symbol. The surface of the product, regardless of the material, is treated with a special coating that repels dust, so frequent cleaning is not necessary.
Natural material
The natural materials from which the canvas is created include bamboo, eucalyptus. This category includes jute burlap, a very coarse material that can lose its shape from water. Such products cannot be washed; dry cleaning is applied to them. If the structure is easy to remove, you can take it out into fresh air and process it upright. In case of difficulty with removal, clean it in place with a vacuum cleaner.
Linen
You can wash linen roman blinds automatically in the Delicate mode. The program will set all parameters by itself. Hand wash at the temperature indicated on the label. If it is not there, the water should not exceed + 500C, otherwise the fabric may land. Squeeze lightly so as not to damage the fiber structure. Dry vertically. Iron the material while still wet. Use liquid and soft SMS according to color. The whitening effect is achieved with oxygen-based products.
Silk
Raw materials for production are more expensive, with a shorter service life. Silk fibers disintegrate faster when exposed to sunlight, but at the same time, the products are bright and prestigious. You can wash it by hand, without spinning, with minimal use of detergents for colored items. Iron only through the fabric on a low mode.
Tulle
You can wash the tulle fabric in any way: both in a typewriter without the "Spin" mode, and manually at a temperature of + 300C. It is necessary to study the label and follow the recommendations, do not rub or twist too much.
Advice! If the tulle is white, it is better to soak it in water with the addition of a product where the whitening effect is achieved by exposure to oxygen for 30 minutes.
Cotton, satin
The most unpretentious material to care for. You can wash in a typewriter and do not waste time on manual work. To prevent colored fabric from shedding, set the temperature to 600C (maximum), for white - 900C, but taking into account that satin can give a landing. Wring out at low speed, dry vertically. Iron, like all cotton fabrics.
Synthetic and composite material
The material is unpretentious, you can wash it in any way, but in compliance with the temperature regime specified by the manufacturer. It is not necessary to squeeze the product; after removing it from the machine, it is hung vertically so that the glass is water. In the same position and dried. Use an iron if necessary.
After that, it is necessary to rinse in several waters so that no streaks remain.
How to wash Roman shades at home
You can wash Roman shades in two ways, manually or automatically, which is determined by the label or instructions from the manufacturer for the use of the product. A few tips before cleaning up dirt from Roman curtains:
- get a suitable detergent (liquid, gentle);
- the product is inspected, if there are stains, they are removed with a stain remover with a delicate effect, dishwashing detergent will help get rid of oily areas;
- if it is necessary to bleach the fabric, use only an oxygen-based substance, chlorine is not considered in the composition;
- the temperature is determined by the icon on the label, usually such products can be washed in water + 40 ° C;
- before washing, the removed canvas must be shaken well to get rid of dust;
- it is recommended to soak the cloth in water with the addition of detergent for 20-30 minutes before cleaning;
- you cannot squeeze or twist any material other than satin and cotton.
Dry in an upright position, if necessary, use the iron at the temperature indicated on the label.
How to wash a Roman shade in a washing machine
Here are a few tips to properly machine wash Roman linens:
- Once removed, they are folded so that they are not lumpy, ideally placed in a bag or pillowcase and placed in a drum.
- It is recommended to wash separately from other items. If there are several items and they are bulky, fill the drum by half.
A special bag for washing is especially relevant if the material with decorative elements - They set the program in the typewriter according to the recommendations on the label, if these parameters are not available, use the "Delicate wash" mode, temperature - + 30-400C.
- Disable the function "Drying" and "Spin", set at minimum speed.
The tool is taken liquid in accordance with the color of the product.
How to wash roman shades by hand
If you cannot use mechanical cleaning, you will have to wash the Roman shades by hand. How to do it correctly:
- A liquid detergent is added to warm water (+ 300C), placed for 20 minutes. the product into the solution.
Contaminated areas are rubbed with a soft bristle brush or sponge - The water is drained, the container is filled with a clean liquid, and more SMS is added.
- If the fabric is soft, it can be washed by hand, the surface of the dense material is spongeed on both sides.
- Rinse out, changing the water until no foam remains.
Dry the product in an upright position without first pressing. Iron the damp cloth if necessary and return to the window.
How to dry clean a Roman shade
For this purpose, use a vacuum cleaner with minimum suction power or a soft brush, or wrap the end of the pipe with a cloth and collect dust from both sides.
If the product is not made of thick paper and there is no colored ornamentation that can be damaged, moisten the sponge in water, remove excess moisture and process the folds without pressure. A steam generator can be used to clean the surface, but only with the condition that it is permitted by the instructions.
How to care for Roman shades
It is possible to extend the life of an interior element subject to certain rules:
- preference is given to a product made of high-quality material;
- not exposed to high temperatures, for example, heating devices;
- it is recommended to wash the canvas as rarely as possible;
- when washing window panes, it is better to raise the structure and protect it from chemical contact with a plastic bag;
- ventilate the room so that the fabric absorbs odors less and dust does not settle on it;
- follow the recommendations on the product label (at what temperature to wash and iron).
Conclusion
It is necessary to wash Roman shades with your own hands, taking into account the material from which they are made, this information is obtained by examining the manufacturer's tag.The work is carried out manually or mechanically. Products made from natural raw materials are cleaned only by the dry method or sent to dry cleaning.
