How to Clean Blackout Fabric

How to Clean Blackout Fabric
Written By
Monica Patrick
Monica Patrick
Published: Apr 9, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Keep allergens at bay by cleaning your blackout fabric on a regular basis. This type of material is not suited for machine washing. Do your cleaning manually for the best results.

Things You Will Need

  • Feather duster
  • Soft cheesecloth
  • Vacuum cleaner
  • Bristle bush vacuum attachment
  • Soft cloth
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Water
  • Bowl

Dusting

  1. Clean fabric on the rod with a feather duster.

  2. Stretch out the fabric on the rod.

  3. Sweep the duster back and forth in small strokes with your brush. Start at the top of the curtain and work downward.

  4. Lay fabric on a table. Use a soft cheesecloth to wipe the dust from the blackout fabric.

  5. Use a vacuum cleaner for an even deeper dusting. Attach the soft bristle attachment to the vacuum.

  6. Suction the fabric working from top to bottom in strips.

Blotting

  1. Add a few drops of liquid dish detergent to a small bowl of warm water.

  2. Dip your cloth into the water. Wring the water out of the cloth.

  3. Blot up any stains by tapping the damp cloth on the spot.

The Drip Cap

  • Blackout fabric is used to make curtains and coverings that keep out light.
  • Clean fabric on the rod with a feather duster.
  • Use a soft cheesecloth to wipe the dust from the blackout fabric.

Photo Credits

Stage Curtains image by Darragh Tobin from Fotolia.com

Stage Curtains image by Darragh Tobin from Fotolia.com

Monica Patrick

As a former senior sales director with Mary Kay and the co-owner of a renovation company, Monica Patrick has firsthand knowledge of small business operations. Besides start ups, she has extensive skills in recruiting, selling, leadership,…

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