How to Get Folds Out of Polyester Curtains

Brand-new polyester curtains frequently have marks where the drapes were folded to fit into their packaging. If your older polyester curtains have been in storage for several months, however, you probably have similar fold marks that are just as stubborn to remove. In both cases, removing these marks allows your curtains to drape correctly. Unlike most fabrics, polyester does not let go of fold marks when hung. The extra effort involved will make your curtains hang properly and dress your room beautifully.

Things You'll Need

• Liquid laundry detergent
• Liquid fabric softener
• Iron

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Wash your polyester curtains in warm water with liquid laundry detergent.

   • 2

     Add liquid fabric softener to the washing machine during the final rinse cycle.

   • 3

     Add the polyester curtains to the dryer immediately after the wash cycle completes and dry on low heat.

   • 4

     Remove the curtains immediately after the dryer cycle stops.

   • 5

     Examine the curtains carefully for any sign of remaining fold marks. If any remain, use an iron on low heat on the wrong side of the fabric.

   • 6

     Hang the curtains immediately to avoid forming new fold marks.