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Ironing voile curtains - everything you need to know.
After washing your curtains, it's time to iron them. If you are not keen on this chore, read this guide. We explain how to iron your curtains so that they look like new. Find out the best ways to iron your curtains!
Not sure whether to iron your voile curtains or dry them on the window? We'll give you a hint!
Wondering if your curtains need to be ironed, or if they can be effortlessly made to look neat without the use of an iron? The answer to this question depends largely on what material they are sewn from. If you want to achieve the effect of smooth curtains, pay attention to their:
- Fabric - covers made of delicate fabrics, such as tulle or voile, crease easily. It is better to iron them than to hang them on the window and let them dry.
- Hanging method - if you place your curtains on the curtain rail in the traditional way, they are likely to wrinkle less than those you hang using crease tape.
If you want to skip ironing your curtains and dry them on the window, follow these rules:
- Only voile curtains made of synthetic material can be dried on the curtain rail - covers made of more demanding materials - especially natural ones - can become distorted when dried in this way.
- Hang the covers on the window immediately after washing - this will reduce the risk of creasing the fabric.
- Protect the floor - by placing towels or cloths on it.
Remember that the care of your voile curtains already begins when you prepare them for washing. You will find the most important information on this subject in the article: How to wash curtains in the washing machine.
If you're just at the stage of choosing your window coverings, check out this guide: How to measure voile and velour curtains?
Ironing curtains using various methods
You can iron your voile curtains with a classic iron or a device equipped with a steam generator. However, the most convenient solution is a steam iron.
How do you iron curtains with a traditional iron?
Although voile curtains, especially those of delicate material, and a classic iron are not the best combination, you can iron them with it, taking maximum care. Proceed as follows:
- Set the iron to the lowest temperature.
- Large areas of fabric, such as voile curtains, easily slide off the board, so to make things easier, position a chair behind it.
- Put the ironed sections of the curtain back on the chair.
What else is important? If your iron doesn't generate steam, you can spray the delicate fabric with water or use a damp cloth - this will get rid of creases quicker. Remember, too, that the fabric will not shine unsightly if you iron it on the reverse side.
Ironing curtains with a steam iron
A steam iron is more convenient to use than a classic iron, but its use also requires care. Before you start, check what material the covers are made of and adjust the temperature of the machine to the type of fabric. For example, curtains made of voile are best ironed at the lowest possible temperature, through a cotton handkerchief, and those made of organza at 100-140°C.
Furthermore, remember that:
- Using the steam jet function, you can tackle even difficult creases.
- Use a device with a vertical ironing function to smooth out curtains hung on the window. Direct such an iron with a steam generator, or rather its stream, directly at the curtains.
The steam iron: ironing curtains and drapes without burning them
You can also iron your curtains using a steam iron. With this device, a powerful burst of steam will smooth out the surface of the fabric. The steam iron is also convenient for another reason: it does not burn the fabric. Ugly shiny fabrics? You can avoid this unwanted effect by using a steam iron on your curtains.
How do I iron curtains made of tulle and delicate fabrics?
The correct way to iron voile curtains depends on the type of fabric fibre. Keep this in mind and iron covers made of particular fabrics, following the tips below:
- Curtains made of tulle - Curtains made of tulle are best ironed vertically, using an iron equipped with a steam generator.
- Curtains made of voile - when exposed to high temperatures, such covers can become damaged. Therefore, iron them by setting the machine on the lowest temperature, preferably on the reverse side and through a cotton cloth. You can also use a steam cleaner.
- Organza curtains - how do you iron such covers? This material requires more attention. It is best to iron it with steam in an upright position.
- Polyester curtains and drapes - you can leave most of these types of covers to dry on their own. And if their surface is heavily wrinkled, iron them through a damp cloth, remembering to use a low iron temperature.
- Velour curtains - it is better not to iron them with an ordinary iron, as the high temperature could melt the fibre and even create a hole in the fabric. Such curtains require special treatment, and the safest way is to smooth them out with a steam cleaner.
You know how to iron curtains efficiently and safely
You already know how to iron voile curtains and you know ways to remove creases from curtains. For this you can use a classic iron, a model with a steam generator or a special steamer. Dry synthetic fabric curtains on a curtain rail and they will straighten out under their own weight - natural fibre fabrics treated in this way can stretch and therefore need ironing. Find out more about how to dry your curtains in this guide: Can curtains be tumble dried?
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