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>

What are the three basic categories of window treatments?

• <div><p>Window treatments fall under the categories of hard, soft, and layered. <i>Hard</i> refers to stiff, formed treatments that include window blinds and shutters. <i>Soft</i> refers to cloth window treatments that include drapes and curtains. Finally, <i>layered</i> refers to the combination of soft and hard treatments. For example, you might place flowing drapes over blinds to combine the practicality of a treatment that blocks the sun with the whimsical and elongating aesthetic of a full-window drape.</p></div>

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Q: How often should drapes be dry cleaned?

• <div><p>You should dry clean your drapes <b>twice per year</b>: once in the spring and once in the fall. Cleaning drapes in the spring will remove dust, pet hair, pet dander, and other contaminants that build up during the winter, and cleaning them again in the fall will remove pollen and other outside contaminants that accumulate in your drapes in the spring and summer. You should consider cleaning your drapes three or four times per year if you have a lot of pets or if someone in your household has severe allergies.</p></div>

Q: What is the most popular type of window treatment?

• <div><p>In general, shades and blinds are the most common window coverings used today because they create unobtrusive, sleek profiles that fit into any space. In addition, blinds and shades are extremely easy to use. Most operate using either a pull system or wand. While most blinds and shades sold by retailers are available in a wide range of sizes that are made to fit standard windows, customers can also order custom shades and blinds for windows that are hard to fit.</p></div>

Q: How do you clean curtains without washing them?

• <div><p>You can clean curtains without washing them by vacuuming them and then steam cleaning or having them dry cleaned. When vacuuming, use a soft brush attachment if you&rsquo;re working with a heartier material, like cotton or polyester. You can spot-treat stains with a stain remover after vacuuming, and then use a steam cleaner to clean the curtains from top to bottom. You can also bring them to a dry cleaner to have odors, dirt, stains, and allergens removed without washing them.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2010
We have used this company for over two years and have never been disappointed. We recently bought an older home and the drapery needed cleaning, also some large bedding pieces. Even though this cleaners is not the closest, we love the quality of work she does for us. The drapes are very old (40+...
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Reviewed in April 2018
Wonderful service, everything looks great (especially the wood floors). Can’t speak to the drapes yet as they have not come back. Would definitely use these folks again. He explained what he was going to do, how it all worked, dried and when to walk in again. I thought the cost for what they did...
Coit Drapery & Carpet Cleaners Seattle
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Reviewed in May 2005
THIS IS A VERY PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AND A RELIABLE COMPANY. THEY PROVIDE A GREAT SERVICE IN PICK UP AND DELIVERY AND MY DRAPES ARE IN LIKE-NEW CONDITION WHEN THEY RETURN.
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Reviewed in October 2012
The job did not go well at all. They were to clean drapes for four windows. Drapes for 2 of the windows came out fine. The drapes for the other two windows were ruined. They both shrunk with the lining showing 3 or 4 inching below the drapes. They said they tried to stretch the fabric and that...
Alpine Specialty Services
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Reviewed in August 2005
THEY CAME OUT AND TOOK ALL THE DRAPES AND SHEERS DOWN AND HAD THEM CLEANED AND PRESSED WITHIN A WEEK. THEY RETURNED AND PUT BACK UP ALL THE DRAPERIES AND SHEERS. THEY LOOKED AND SMELLED SO GREAT! I WILL DO THIS EACH YEAR AND USE THE SAME COMPANY.
MERIDIAN CLEANERS & ALTERATIONS
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Reviewed in July 2012
They are very friendly and timely. They strive for excellent customer service there. I have been using them for over 15 years.
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