Curtains and
drapes are no longer treated as accessories which are used just to ensure privacy and keep away light, dust and dirt. Instead fashionable interior designing has made draperies an essential element to beautify our homes. Draperies come in a wide range of fabrics like silk, cotton and mixed materials. But velvet drapes are both stylish and luxurious and thus it continues to enjoy the greatest admiration among a vast majority of homemakers.
Velvet is an expensive fabric which exudes an aura of luxury. Thus drapes made of velvet, give a rich but cozy feel to the interiors of your dwelling place. They are available in myriad varieties of colors, textures and styles. Signature black, sand and sheer white, Caribbean blue, maroon wine, lichen green and burgundy are the most popular hues of velvet drapes. Most of the branded velvet drapes have superior quality cotton linings, drapery hooks and pleated panels to ensure that the drapes do not get discolored or damaged.
How to maintain your velvet drapes
1.If you are ready to append some money, then the easiest way to clean velvet drapes is to have them dry cleaned by professional cleaners. Though it’s the most expensive option, it’s sure to save you valuable time and energy.
2.If you choose to clean them at home, then be careful. The type of velvet determines the procedure of cleaning that is to be used. Rubber backed velvet drape will lose gloss if they are washed in hot water and the look of crushed velvet can be tampered if too much water is used to wash the fabric.
3.Ideally velvet ought to be washed in a mixture of water and rich suds of liquid soap.
4.If you need to clean patches on velvet, then it is best to use a soft cloth to apply the suds on the affected area.
5.In order to remove deep stains, rub sponge suds gently on to the surface along with dry cleaning solvents.
6.Always use soft brushes to keep the texture of the velvet intact. Make sure that the velvet is completely dry before brushing it for one last time.
Velvet drapes are forms of style statements that add to the elegant appearance of your abode. It’s also the best way to complement the beauty of the windows as well as the entire design of the room.
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