What Could Go Wrong?

Deep cleaning sheers can cause splitting because their delicate fibers, like polyester or silk, weaken under harsh detergents, aggressive scrubbing, or high heat. Gentle cleaning is key to avoid damage.

Many blackout curtains have a multi-layered lining, often with a rubberized or foam-like coating bonded to the fabric. Harsh cleaning methods (e.g., aggressive washing, high heat, or improper chemicals) can cause these layers to separate or peel, creating thin spots or cracks where light can pass through.

All window treatments in the same room should be cleaned at the same time, otherwise the soil that has been filtering through the shade can become very apparent.

These sheers prior to cleaning, look good.  However, they have sun damage that doesn’t show until they have been cleaned.  Our inspectors will do a “pinch tear test” so we can see if they will go through a cleaning without the damage becoming more apparent. Upon further inspection we notice some shaded areas, where the material is becoming thread bare.  If this is noticed there is good chance that the material will not withstand a cleaning.