Maintaining the Cleanliness of your Drapes

3/19/2021 (Permalink)

drapes and blinds cleaning by SERVPRO of Fontana

The cleaning of your drapes and blinds is very important for many reasons. While frequently overlooked,  it is recommended that you deep clean your drapes and blinds at least every two years. Often, soiling may not be visible for two to six years, leaving toxins and allergens inside your home or business while causing the fabric to deteriorate. 

With each day that passes, your drapes and blinds are collecting a variety of airborne contaminants, such as dust, smoke, and other germs that are then accumulating and thriving in the sunlight. Without proper treatment, your drapes and blinds will likely show signs of deterioration far sooner than the lifespan they are capable of.

These airborne contaminants that sulk into your drapes hold on tight to several different types of allergens and bacteria that can influence the health of those who live or work on your property. The bacteria builds up and recycles through your air vents and throughout your home. Additionally, the fabric will likely have run-ins with bugs and trapped moisture, allowing for mold to form and expand. 

Mold growth, diseases from bugs, dust, dander, and other contaminants can have mild to severe effects on your health. Taking action to clean your drapes every two years or less limits the spread and advancement of such harmful contaminants.

Are your drapes exposed to smoke or pet dander? What type of climate do you live in? Each of these can have lasting effects on your drapes. Mold growth, diseases from bugs, dust, dander, and other contaminants can have mild to severe effects on your health. Taking action to clean your drapes every two years or less limits the spread and advancement of such harmful contaminants.

Additionally, bad odors can form as a result or bacteria growth or the spreading of dust, mold, and other contaminants. Odors can easily be trapped within the fabrics that are used in drapery, creating an unfortunate environment inside of your home or business. 

If you are interested in extending the life of your drapes and blinds, call SERVPRO of Fontana today. We excel at cleaning fine fabrics and intricate pieces by using wet or dry methods - whatever is required of the type of fabric. We use state-of-the-art equipment designed specifically for cleaning fine fabrics.