Gentle handling, or how to properly iron tulle from various fabrics

foto3804-1Tulle is widely used in interior decoration. But, this material is capricious and needs careful personal care.

Almost every housewife, at least once faced with the question - is it necessary to iron the tulle? To answer this question, determine what the curtain is made of.

In this article, we will tell you how to quickly iron tulle made of various fabrics: in what mode, at what temperature, what can be ironed, except for the iron.

Do you need ironing after washing?

Sometimes ironing no tulle required. It depends on what fabric the curtain is made of and how it was washed. Silk, cotton and other heavy fabrics can be hung directly from the window if they have been washed by hand.

After machine washing, you will have to smooth any fabric. But organza is quite capricious, so an iron will be needed even after a delicate wash.

So that the tulle does not have to be ironed for a long time, it must be washed correctly.

This requires:

  1. foto3804-2Soak the cloth in plenty of soapy water for no longer than 10 minutes. If the curtain is kept in water for a long time, then creases may appear on it, which will be almost impossible to get rid of.
  2. Rinse cloth thoroughly and drain off water. You cannot twist it.
  3. Hang up the wet tulle, evenly distributing it over the entire length.

If there are no creases or folds on the fabric, it is simply hung on the cornice.... All folds under its own weight, the curtain will straighten. But if any irregularities are noticeable, you will have to get out the iron.

How to do everything correctly depending on the material?

The process starts by checking the sole of the iron. There should be no tan marks or any other contamination. If they are found, remove them or use another iron, as dark spots may remain on the curtain.

It is important to set the temperature correctly. This figure above 120 degrees is not acceptable.

It's good if the iron has a steaming functionto smooth out the tulle with ease. If this function is not available, then the surface of the ironing board must be covered with damp gauze.

It is better to refuse to use a sprayer, as stains may remain on the canvas. Don't wait for the tulle to dry completely. This makes it easier to smooth.

Cotton

foto3804-3For such material, the minimum temperature regime of the iron is suitable. Do not wait until the cotton fabric is completely dry..

This will only lead to wrinkles that are difficult to smooth out. Therefore, you can immediately hang it in place.

So that no ironing marks remain on the cotton tulle, the sole of the iron should not heat up above 100 degrees... The canvas is laid out face down on the board. Use damp gauze on top to protect the fabric.

Gauze and other pads are not needed if the iron is supplied with a special non-stick nozzle.

Linen

Linen is also made up of natural fibers. therefore he is not afraid of high temperatures at all... And so that the canvas is as even as possible, it is ironed wet. In a situation where the curtain has time to dry, use a spray bottle or wet gauze.

To save time, some housewives hang linen tulle without waiting for it to dry. Drying in this position in a warm room, the curtain will take the shape it needs.

Silk

foto3804-4Silk tulle is able to flatten itself without using an iron. Therefore, squeezing slightly, it is hung in place.

At room temperature, it will dry out and take on an attractive, even appearance.

If creases are visible on the fabric, it will have to be ironed. To do this, a sheet of white paper is placed under the fabric. Do not spray on silk from a spray bottle, this will protect against stains on its surface.

It is also better to cover the top with a silk curtain with paper or gauze and iron only that way.

Organza

Organza is a light and airy fabric that has an attractive look. But, despite its beauty, this tulle is very capricious.

Some rules will help to facilitate ironing of organza:

  • When washing organza, the linen should be rinsed in salted water to prevent wrinkling.
  • Organza should be ironed in the most gentle temperature regime. It is also advisable to put a sheet of paper or wet gauze between the iron and the curtain.
  • During drying, this fabric should not be folded, otherwise creases will appear, in front of which even an iron will be powerless.
  • The ideal option for ironing organza would be to use a steamer. This can also be done on a canopy when the fabric has not yet completely dried out.

Nylon

Some tricks are used for ironing:

  1. foto3804-5Nylon tulle is ironed wet.
  2. Ironing starts from the most inconspicuous area. These actions check the correctness of the selected temperature regime.
  3. The iron should "float" over the surface, i.e. hardly touch the material.
  4. Some iron models have special attachments. When used, no traces remain on the fabric.

    In the absence of such a device, the product is covered with gauze on top.

Polyester

Polyester is very capricious to care for... Even if you wash it correctly, it can be difficult to iron. And such a tulle is not at all capable of leveling itself out on its own.

In addition, be sure to choose the right mode. The temperature of the soleplate of the iron should not exceed 100 degrees.

Iron the synthetic fabric while damp. To do this, lay it out on a hard surface with the wrong side up.

In order not to spoil the fabric, ironing should be started from a corner or other inconspicuous area. Additional protection will be the use of gauze.

Viscose

foto3804-6So that the viscose tulle does not lose its color, you need to iron only from the inside out, using steaming.

The temperature regime must be selected carefullychecking it on an inconspicuous area of ​​the tulle. Optimum is 120 degrees.

And so that stains do not appear on the canvas, it is prohibited to use a spray bottle.

Steaming viscose is allowed only in an upright position. If you try to do this on an ironing board, waves may form on the linen.

Large curtain

Difficulties can arise if the tulle is large. A large-sized curtain begins to iron from the top.

It is placed on a flat horizontal surface, such as an ironing board, and the tulle is gradually removed from it. At that moment, when the ironed edge reaches the floor, it is hung on the cornice and the remaining area is continued to iron. This method is very convenient and simple.

There is another easy way.

  1. The curtain is hung up damp.
  2. An ironing board is attached to the place where the product is placed, on which the ironing process will take place.
  3. Having reached the middle of the curtain, it is outweighed by the other end, and the rest is ironed.
Long lengths of tulle can be ironed even without an ironing board. In such a situation, a wide board and a round stick with a smooth surface about 1.5 meters in length are used.

The canvas is wrapped around the board and ironed. So that the ironed part does not wrinkle, it is carefully wound on a stick, checking that there are no creases in the material.

We use a steamer

Compared to the most modern iron, the steamer wins on many points. This useful device can significantly ease household chores..

Thanks to him, housewives can get rid of many laborious manipulations. Unlike irons, this appliance generates steam, which affects textiles.

The steamer has its advantages:

  • foto3804-7speed and quality of ironing;
  • the final result is absolutely not affected by the shape of the products and their material;
  • together with the smoothing process, the fabric is disinfected, greasy stains are removed and the linen is cleaned;
  • in addition to dirt and greasy stains, unpleasant odors, allergens and pathogens are eliminated;
  • it is not necessary to remove the curtains during ironing.

Using a steamer:

  1. Pure water is poured into a special reservoir of the device.
  2. The curtain is hung on the cornice.
  3. In the direction from top to bottom, you need to walk along the curtain with a steamer. Places of fabric creases deserve special attention.
  4. If necessary, the process can be repeated again.
This method of ironing is not suitable for silk tulle, as steam may cause stains and streaks on this fabric.

A steamer costs a lot of money, so if you need it 1-2 times a year, it is better to rent it or ask your friends.

Is it possible, without removing, on weight?

Give the tulle a neat look it is possible without removing it from the cornice:

  1. foto3804-8Ironing. A wet curtain is hung on the cornice and allowed to hang for some time so that it straightens under the weight of its weight.

    Next, the steaming function is used. By acting on the tulle with steam, it is possible to smooth out any creases and other irregularities.

  2. The steamer is the best way to iron the curtain without removing it from the curtain rod. Run the steamer over the curtain slowly.
  3. If you don't have a steamer at hand, you can replace it with a container of boiling water. It must be brought to the curtain and moved along the entire canvas.

How to do without an iron?

There are situations when it is impossible to use the iron. In this case, simple ways will help, like iron the tulle without iron.

In the case when the tulle has subtle creases, it is enough to wet your hands and, as it were, smoothing out irregularities, smooth the problem area.

After a while, the product will dry out, and the irregularities will become almost invisible. But this method is not suitable for synthetic products..

Tips and bans

Ironing tulle is a laborious process to smooth even capricious fabrics, some rules must be followed:

  1. foto3804-9Curtains are best ironed on a firm, horizontal surface. It is allowed to iron a curtain folded in several layers. Only the folds must not be touched.
  2. The iron temperature should be kept to a minimum. For each type of fabric, it has its own in the range of 80-120 degrees.
  3. It is best to use a pad to avoid damaging the fabric. For example, wet gauze.
  4. You need to iron the tulle until it dries completely. Then it won't be easy to do it.

Useful video

Video tips for ironing and caring for tulle:

Conclusion

The process of ironing the tulle can be safe and enjoyable.Based on the type of material, suitable ironing methods are selected. Only compliance with all the rules will help not to spoil the look of the fabric..

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