How to machine wash white tulle

How to wash tulle in a machine so that it turns white

The procedure for washing any linen requires due attention, because it is important to choose the right powder, set the mode and program for cleaning, set the appropriate temperature, evaluate the possibilities of manual or machine work and many other nuances. Ultimately, it is important to get a clean, undamaged product. Washing curtains and curtains requires a special approach, since, unlike ordinary cotton linen, such products are made from delicate fabrics that should be carefully cleaned and washed, especially in a washing machine.

white tulle
Light, transparent curtains on the window can liven up and decorate any interior. As a rule, tulle is selected in white so that it is in harmony with dense curtains, does not distract attention and creates a feeling of spaciousness and air in the room. Over time, white fabric turns gray, from washing it can acquire a yellowish tint.

How to machine wash white tulle

Modern time does not imply hand washing at all, because automatic machines have been invented for a long time that do this work for you. Moreover, every year technologies are being improved, shortcomings are corrected, and everything is being done to automate ordinary human labor without any negative consequences.

Therefore, washing tulle in a typewriter is quite possible and safe if you follow the recommendations and rules, which we will discuss in more detail below.

washing tulle in a washing machine
Caring for tulle curtains depends on the quality of the material and differs in the choice of the means and technologies used.

Choice of funds

The first thing you have to do is choose the right effective product that can remove any stains. With them, you can whiten the fabric and bring it back to normal.

Now there are a huge number of detergents and cleaners that help to cope with various stains and dirt. But before choosing a substance, you need to pay attention to the following nuances:

  • How dirty the fabric is.
  • Purpose of washing.
  • Curtain color.
  • Textile.
  • The washing advice indicated on the tag.
selection of detergents
Tulle - large curtains that are usually hung from ceiling to floor. So much fabric is difficult to hand wash in a basin and will not fit in every basin. It is much more convenient to send them to the washing machine if the composition of the material allows it.

After that, you can already choose the appropriate tool. There are special gels that replace washing powder, and there are those that are used only when soaking laundry.

Before using the product, be sure to read the instructions for its use. The doses indicated there should be monitored in order to obtain the desired effect and not to spoil the tissue.

preparation for washing
Choose oxygenated bleach from the store. They contain the usual hydrogen peroxide, which successfully removes yellowness and gray tint.

How to wash tulle so that it becomes pure white

Tulle is very often used as an interior element. The most popular are white tones, which brighten, refresh the room and visually increase the area. Tulle performs a protective function from the bright sun, as well as from unnecessary glances of passers-by. Since any white products get dirty quickly, they have to be washed much more often than usual.

washing tulle at home
When whitening, do not pour too hot water, a maximum of 40 degrees is enough, optimally 30-35. Hot water will not help remove dirt, but will “seal” the stains. Especially dislikes hot water and organza chemical bleaches.

In spring, summer and autumn, when the windows are often open wide open, street dust still gets inside, which presses on the curtains and curtains. For this reason, the canvases lose their initially white color. To ensure that they always have a normal appearance, it is recommended to wash light curtains more often than usual. This is not difficult, but on the contrary, it will refresh the appearance.

How to wash the tulle in the washing machine so that it is snow-white will be indicated below.

In the washing machine

Before you start washing, you need to figure out how to clean the tulle in an automatic machine so as not to spoil the fabric and at the same time achieve the desired effect. The main thing is to prepare the laundry by properly soaking it. Select a delicate mode, a low temperature, turn off the spin and set the ironing program.

machine wash
The choice of the washing mode is important so as not to damage the material. If there is such a setting, then choose "delicate wash" or "silk". The "hand wash" mode at a temperature of 30 degrees is well suited, as well as the "pre-wash".

Preparing for washing

Before washing the curtains, you need to prepare them for this process:

  1. Carefully remove the curtains from the eaves and shake off any dust. This can be done while hanging with a vacuum cleaner or brush. But be careful not to rip the items off the mountings.
  2. Check if there are pieces of thread hanging on the curtain somewhere, if the seams have come apart, so that the machine does not continue to damage.
  3. Free the curtains from various accessories, which are strictly prohibited to be placed in the washing machine.
  4. The soaking process may differ depending on how dirty the fabric is. As a general rule, first soak in cold water, and then in warm water along with washing powder. If you initially noticed some very serious pollution, then you should pay special attention to them. Perhaps a special stain remover is required when soaking. It is applied directly to the stain. Soaking lasts depending on the degree of soiling. If the curtains just need to be freshened, then 30 minutes will be enough. If there are serious stains, then you should hold the curtain in soapy water for 2-3 hours until night.
  5. After soaking, rinse the laundry thoroughly in cold water. Now you can start your regular wash.
tulle soaking
To make textiles shine, add a tablespoon of vinegar to the water while rinsing. It not only makes the fabric shine, but also removes odors absorbed into the curtains.

Temperature selection

An important nuance is the temperature for washing the tulle. If you know what material the tulle is made of, then it is better to wash it at 30 degrees. Especially if the fabric is colored (it tends to fade).

If the material of the curtains is natural, then they can be washed at a temperature of 40-60 degrees.

selection of the wash mode for tulle
The optimum temperature for washing is 30 ⁰С, the mode is only gentle.

Mode selection

If you do not know how to wash a thing, you do not have a corresponding label with recommendations, then the best option is to wash on a safe delicate mode that will not damage the product.

This applies to both light and thin curtains, which must be carefully handled and washed.If you decide to rely on washing in a typewriter, then you definitely need to set the delicate mode, in which the required temperature and number of revolutions (or no spin at all) are already programmed. It is best to find out more information and set the necessary parameters.

choice of washing mode
We choose a delicate washing mode, without spinning, and not higher than 30 degrees.

Washing process

The direct wash begins with loading the pre-soaked laundry into the drum. It is best to wash curtains in a special bag that will protect against possible damage. After that, you need to fill the tank with a special powder. Better use liquid substances that rinse out well.

fabric washing process
Use a liquid detergent for soaking and washing. A special shampoo or biological powder is suitable, which does not create strong foaming and is well washed out of fabrics.

As for the conditioner, it is better to refrain from using it when washing the snow-white tulle, which can turn gray or yellow.

choice of washing mode
Oxygen bleach or a synthetic fabric product can help restore the whiteness of the tulle. Before use, read the instructions carefully and follow the indicated proportions.

After that, all the necessary modes are set, temperature, spinning and the process is started. If you have an ironing mode, then feel free to choose. This will facilitate your further fate.

After the wash is over, you can put it on an additional rinse again so that all the soap solution disappears. Take out the laundry later to dry. It is not necessary to leave the curtains in the machine, as after a long lying down, difficult ironing will follow.

rinse mode
Bleaching in a washing machine is one of the simplest ways. To do this, you need an ordinary washing powder and two drops of ammonia, if it is not in the house, 5-10 tablets of hydrogen peroxide will do.

In addition, during the wash, the question may arise about how to bleach the tulle at home in the washing machine.

This can be done before washing or during the soaking process, using either special commercially available bleaching agents or folk methods that will always be in vogue.

Advice. Traditional methods are no less effective than purchased ones (hydrogen peroxide, salt, soda, whiteness, and others). The advantage of the folk method is that the right ingredients can be found in every home.

tulle washing
After washing, rinse the tulle in cold water, shake off excess water and dry in the usual way.

Handwash

If, nevertheless, you still have concerns about washing curtains in a washing machine, then no one has canceled hand washing at all. The preparation process is similar, it also requires soaking. And after that, you are already cleaning the curtain with your hands. If there are very dirty places, then such spots should be given more attention. Use special detergents. Do not apply too much effort to the wash so as not to ruin the product. After you finish washing, you need to rinse the curtain well in cold water under a strong pressure of water.

handwash
Choose a water temperature not higher than the recommended rate for a particular type of fabric. Often, the indicator should not exceed + 30 ... + 40 ℃.

Features of washing tulle from different fabrics

Any curtains are already a delicate fabric and require special care, an approach to washing, drying and ironing. But definitely each type of material has its own characteristics, which are worth paying attention to.

Nylon tulle

nylon tulle
When washing by hand, nylon is simply soaked in a container with a soapy solution, kept for a couple of hours, then gently, without twisting, rinse and hang so that the water is glass

This is the least whimsical type of fabric, therefore it is more popular. It can be easily machine washed even at a temperature of 60 degrees, but it is better to turn off the spin. When cleaning nylon, it is better not to use bleach.

How to wash organza tulle

organza tulle
Before washing the organza tulle in an automatic machine, the product must be placed in a special mesh bag.

This is the most delicate and vulnerable type of fabric and is generally recommended to be washed by hand. When washing organza tulle, do not twist and squeeze the fabric.

From the veil

voile tulle
Wash the folded veil by placing it in the machine in the form of a roll or using a special washing bag.

This is a fabric similar in delicacy to organza, which must be handled very carefully. You can iron the material only through damp gauze so as not to burn the curtains.

How to wash dirty muslin tulle

muslin tulle
To prevent tangling, which will hopelessly destroy the curtains, they must be divided into longitudinal parts and each in several places, along the entire length, tied with ribbons or ribbons. This must be done without removing the curtains from the eaves.

The muslin is also badly affected by high temperature, so it is better to wash the product at 30 degrees so as not to spoil it. If the canvas is very dirty, there are stains, then they should be dealt with even before immersion in the machine, with preliminary soaking. If there are pronounced problem areas, then pay special attention to them. Clean the fabric from stains by hand using special detergents that are designed for this type of fabric.

How to remove tough stains

removal of difficult stains
To choose the right powder and bleach, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for fabric care. The label usually indicates at what temperature to wash the tulle and the possibility of bleaching with chemicals.

In general, tough stains are best dealt with when soaking laundry.

First, soak the product in cold water, then in warm water with the addition of powder. And for individual stains, it is best to take special products that are used according to the instructions on the package.

stain removal method
When washing curtains with your hands, do not rub the fabric. Just squeeze it lightly, letting the cleaner soak into the material.

If we are talking about oily stains, then dishwashing detergent will best deal with them, which must be applied pointwise to the places of contamination and left there for a while.

removing stains
Don't wait for the curtains to turn yellow or gray with dust. Wash them at the first sign of dirt. So you will keep their color and dense structure for a long time.

Advice. You can also deal with stains with the help of improvised means that are always at home, namely: salt, soda, peroxide. They also have a whitening effect.

Drying the tulle

After the wash is finished, there is a drying and ironing procedure.

It is more convenient to iron the curtains while wet with a warm iron, because the best effect is achieved. The steamer is suitable for ironing hanging curtains.

drying tulle
Forget about the automatic spinning and do not twist the curtains by hand. Just hang them up after washing and let the water drain naturally. This will keep the fabric flat and smooth. Insidious creases, which are very difficult to iron, will not appear on it.

In general, it is recommended to dry products horizontally on a flat surface so that they dry evenly without any additional folds. Under the bottom, you can spread some kind of canvas.

How to properly starch tulle

In the past, using starch solution after washing was popular in every home. Now it is, of course, a rarity, but it still gives a special effect and result.

tulle starch
Tulle curtains in the kitchen are often covered in splattering grease. Use starch to remove greasy stains from delicate fabrics.

The starch gives the product a tougher look. Thanks to him, the shape holds, and the canvas practically does not wrinkle. Most often, starch is used for bed linen, curtains, curtains, light-colored tablecloths.

curtains after washing
After the procedure with the use of starch, under the weight of its own weight, the tulle will straighten and take on its original appearance.

How to properly starch the curtains:

  1. It is necessary to prepare a solution.To do this, mix 5 teaspoons of potato starch with 5 liters of water.
  2. First you need to dissolve the starch in a small amount of liquid, and then pour everything into boiling water. Cook until a special solution is formed.
  3. The resulting liquid must be cooled to room temperature, and then poured into a basin.
  4. Then immerse the curtains in a container with the solution for about half an hour. Let the water drain.
  5. Then you can start ironing.
starched curtains
Folk remedies will help return the original whiteness of the tulle.

The starch procedure can be started immediately after the laundry has been washed. And only then start drying and ironing.

The above tips should definitely help when washing curtains. Do not be afraid to use washing machines, because they were designed to make human work easier. The main thing is to follow all the recommendations correctly so that the result is pleasing.

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