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: 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>

Q: Is drape cleaning worth it?

• <div><p>Drape cleaning can be an expensive process, but it&rsquo;s very often worth the investment. A professional drapery cleaner will remove odors stuck in the fabric from cooking, painting, exercising, and pets. The deep cleaning process will also remove allergens like dust, pollen, and pet dander. Ultimately, drape cleaning can help your home look and smell fresh, and maintain a healthy indoor air quality. Paying a professional for drape cleaning is worthwhile because it guarantees your cleaning solution won&rsquo;t damage the material and necessitates a replacement.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to have your drapes cleaned?

• <div><p>The average cost for drape cleaning services is around <b>$100</b> <b>per drape set</b>, with most homeowners paying between <b>$75 and $150</b>. The price you can expect to pay depends on the size of the drapes or curtains, the material, and the number of sets. One cost-saving method is to hire a professional drapery cleaner to refresh multiple sets in one service. Drapes that are dry-clean-only will likely cost a bit more, as the cleaning process is more involved and might require your professional to remove them from your home, clean them off-site, and then reinstall them later.</p></div>

Q: How often should curtains be washed?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a good idea to wash curtains every <b>six months or</b> so to avoid allergens from building up in them and to get rid of any odors from cooking, exercising, or pets. You might want to wash your curtains as often as every three months if you have multiple pets, someone in your family is highly allergic to dust or pet dander, or you cook often with aromatic spices or oils. You might consider a standalone cleaning if you get stains on your curtains or they are visibly soiled.</p></div>

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Last update on November 18, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
They where efficient and clean.
VetQuest Security Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2025
This pro was amazing, I have no complaints at all. Very clean work and great customer service. Will be hiring for future projects.
Suaste Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2025
Very professional experience and cleaned everything that was asked of and more will be hiring again.
GOOD MEMBERS LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Pedro and his crew did a great job! Fast, efficient and clean.
Clean Water Sprinklers
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Reviewed in September 2021
I was very happy with the cleaning and organizing. I can finally park my two cars inside the garage again and my garage smells so clean! The team was very responsive to my requests, and worked diligently and efficiently to get my garage looking better than it has ever looked. Scheduling was very...
Umanzor Professional Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
Sandy was very knowledgeable about the type fabric I would need and helped with the selection. The chairs look wonderful and the workmanship is excellent. They completed the job in two short weeks. I will definitely use her again for draperies or upholstery!
DECORATORS DELIGHT
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Reviewed in March 2017
Excellent! Mark is so friendly and his work is superb. I couldn't believe how clean our patio and driveway looked.
A Better Pressure Wash
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Reviewed in January 2017
I have used them a few times now. I did have to call them back to do some of the other cleaning again because it wasn't up to how I wanted it done. I'm going to have to call them back again because I noticed the bottom of the drapery in my family room has spots on it which undoubtedly was from...
Clean As A Whistle Inc
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Reviewed in January 2015
They did a better job at being more detailed with their cleaning. They bring their own cleaning supplies too. I now hire them to come out regularly.
Maid Envy
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Reviewed in June 2014
They were punctual, clean and very professional. I would highly recommend Turnkey
Turnkey Painting Plus
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