What is the best way to clean drapes?

• <div><p>The best way to clean drapes depends on the material, as certain washing methods are necessary for more delicate materials. You can follow the general guidelines below in most cases:</p><ul><li><p><b>Cotton:</b> Machine wash</p></li><li><p><b>Lace:</b> Hand wash</p></li><li><p><b>Linen:</b> Dry clean</p></li><li><p><b>Polyester:</b> Machine wash</p></li><li><p><b>Silk:</b> Dry clean or steam clean</p></li><li><p><b>Velvet:</b> Dry clean</p></li><li><p><b>Wool:</b> Dry clean</p></li></ul><p>You should also consider if there’s any existing damage to the drapes, like pulls or small tears, that could get worse with aggressive washing. Additionally, older drapes may require special care from a professional to preserve them but still leave them clean.</p></div>

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Q: Can I clean my drapes myself?

• <div><p>In some cases, it&rsquo;s possible to clean your drapes yourself, but usually only if you can machine-wash the drapes. You can check the &ldquo;how to wash&rdquo; tag on the drapes for instructions. If the tag is missing or if the material is dry-clean only, we recommend leaving the work to a professional drape cleaner. Performing the wrong type of cleaning or using the wrong cleaning solutions on sensitive materials can destroy your drapes. A professional drapery cleaner will apply the correct solutions for safe, deep cleaning.</p></div>

Q: How do you declutter for the holidays?

• <div><p>Strat decluttering for the holidays by removing trash and organizing items into different piles that you&rsquo;ll keep, donate and toss out. Whatever you intend to keep, find a specific place for it, and if you buy something, get rid of an item that&rsquo;s taking up space. Start small, go room-by-room, and don&rsquo;t try to declutter all at once&mdash;doing so can get overwhelming.</p></div>

Q: What happens if I don’t clean my drapes?

• <div><p>Custom curtains or drapes are an investment, often costing hundreds of dollars. Just like rugs or fabric furniture, cleaning helps maintain its original quality and keeps it lasting for years to come. Skipping regular drapery cleaning can result in discoloration, odors, mold or mildew, and even allergens from dust buildup. </p></div>

Q: Who cleans drapes and curtains?

• <div><p>You can usually hire a drape cleaning service, a general cleaning service, or, in some cases, a professional dry cleaner to clean your drapes. These professionals will have the experience necessary to deep clean your drapes and curtains without damaging the material. A drape and curtain cleaning specialist is your best bet, as they will have the right experience, tools, and professional cleaning solutions at their disposal for the best results possible.</p></div>

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I would definitely hire again without hesitation. John was very professional, and very prompt. I inherited my neighbors leaves, had several hostas that needed cleaning up, over grown perennials and 2 difficult areas I wasn't able to do. Had to leave for a few hours, when I got back I was...
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Reviewed in November 2025
I scheduled a $399 chimney cleaning, but the technician refused to do any work once he arrived. He claimed my chimney was a ?Level 3? hazard and unsafe to use, then charged me $150 for essentially nothing. He refused to inspect and quoted me nearly $10,000 for making the chimney operable ? even...
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Reviewed in October 2025
The workers worked very hard to clean my yard back to looking like it did 20 years ago They were hard working and very professional. I highly recommend them.
Nelson’s Hardscape And Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2025
Moises and his team were very knowledgeable, suggested a couple of things, and completed the work quickly and very clean.
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Reviewed in September 2024
Great communication. Product priced right. Work is clean and efficiently performed. Easy to talk to and very open to ideas.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Him and his helper did an amazing job Punctual,clean,very nice and warm people Understanding and just exceptional work!! Hire them for sure!!!
Primos Xtreme Painting and Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2023
They were very good . Competent, quick and cleaned up well
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Reviewed in December 2022
Good they where here 1 1/2 hours did two rooms, stairs and hall. I have other rooms to have cleaned, but not at this time.
Suck It Up, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
The fence looks great and the owner was very responsive throughout the entire process. The workers made sure the fence was cleaned up and all details were in place and completed. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fence!
E & D Fence Co
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Reviewed in October 2019
Andrei and the team did a great job! Very clean and good attention to detail. It was a busy time of the year and they did a good job of managing expectations and getting the work done on time. Highly recommend!
Bel Islands Roofing and Siding
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