Hard window treatments – What to consider

Hard window treatments – What to consider

Hard window treatments include roller blinds, shutters, sunscreen blinds, venetian blinds, vertical blinds, and wooden blinds which can be used in conjunction with curtains, swags and tails, top treatments and pelmets. In this article we will outline the features of...
Natural Ageing of Fabrics in Upholstered Furniture

Natural Ageing of Fabrics in Upholstered Furniture

‘Just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.’ When purchasing a new piece of furniture, or reviving an old one, there are numerous factors to consider in addition to the initial look and feel of the fabric. The...
Cutting Down Roller Blinds

Cutting Down Roller Blinds

You have decided to change your windows and your existing roller blinds no longer fit the window frame.  That’s ok as we can trim your blinds to the right width again.  What we need now then is some measurements.   If it is a single blind in a...
How to Look After Linen

How to Look After Linen

Linen looks good but is notorious for creasing. Here’s how to get the best from this stylish fabric. Linen wrinkles and creases very easily so if you want it to appear smooth and flat, it needs ironing. It may also need starching. However, the wrinkles in the...
The Benefits of Linen

The Benefits of Linen

Linen is most loved for its diversity, from a rustic and neutral look to soft and refined. It is often found in homes on upholstered and loose covered furniture, curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. But did you know the benefits of linen run right down to the...
Curtain lining: Which type is best for your home?

Curtain lining: Which type is best for your home?

Curtain lining: Which type is best for your home? You’ve probably heard of blockout and thermal curtain linings – but do you know the difference between them? In this article, we break down the different lining options so that you can make an informed decision...

Taking Down Venetian Blinds

This video shows a top faceboard with plastic clips that hold the headboard on. Often the headboards will be velcroed on or sometimes have double sided tape. With double sided tape the tape often goes hard with the heat so be careful removing the headboard. Use a flat...
What is Fabric Pilling?

What is Fabric Pilling?

Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw. You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or...
Mouldy Curtains & Healthier Living

Mouldy Curtains & Healthier Living

Every working day Curtain Clean deals with, and cleans, mouldy curtains and other household items. They come from all manner of housing. As a Landlord of near 20 years I have also dealt with the issues of mouldy ceilings etc. in rental houses. Here’s what I know to be...
For the Love of Velvet

For the Love of Velvet

For anyone wanting to add everlasting interest to their home, you can’t look past velvet! This is a fabric that’s as rich in textile history as it is in texture with incredible durability that may surprise you. Velvet fabric fuses a historical sense of luxury and...