Cleaning curtains is a necessary task to keep them looking fresh and attractive. Not only will it make your home look more inviting, but it will also help extend their life. There are several ways to clean curtains, depending on the type of fabric that they’re made of.

For light-colored fabrics like cotton or linen, you can machine wash with mild detergent and cool water. If the fabric is delicate, use a gentle cycle and never use bleach as this could damage the material. After washing, hang them up while they’re still damp so they don’t wrinkle too much when drying. To remove stubborn stains, try spot cleaning with a mixture of warm water and dish soap or pre-treat with a commercial stain remover before laundering.